Remember how we said that you regularly have to sacrifice power when it comes to personal blenders? Well, that does tend to be the case, but it’s not a hard rule. There’s a rare class of personal smoothie blenders that are actually quite powerful.

Somewhere near the top of that class is this personal blender from Ninja.

First off, let’s clarify what we mean when we talk about power in a personal blender. No matter how powerful a personal blender is, you’ve got to accept some limitations. Because of the smaller size of this blender, for instance, you can’t expect it to be able to make an especially large batch of smoothies. It may also still struggle a little with certain blends due to its smaller container size.

However, this particular personal smoothie blender offers a shockingly powerful 1000 watts motor. That means that it can easily handle most things you could think to put into it. While many other personal blenders will sputter when you load them with ice, roughly chopped vegetables, and frozen fruit, this personal blender from Ninja chews through them with relative ease.

This blender’s price point means that it’s probably best suited for hardcore smoothie fans that demand a top-of-the line personal blender, but this model from Ninja is almost certainly just that, and so it was an easy choice for our list of the best blenders for smoothies that you can get right now.

Personal blenders are one of the most popular ways to make smoothies. They’re lightweight, easy-to-use, and often generally perfect for anyone who lives an active lifestyle. As we’re going to see via other examples, though, there are times when personal smoothie blenders just aren’t quite powerful enough.

This is one of the ways that the NutriBullet immediately distinguishes itself.

Think of the Nutribullet as an extension of the popular Magic Bullet design. Much like the Magic Bullet, the Nutribullet offers a small and convenient way to blend a variety of objects wherever you may be.

Unlike the Magic Bullet, the Nutribullet is surprisingly powerful. This little blender is able to handle ice, frozen fruit, and even most vegetables with surprising ease. Its 600-watt motor is more than you’d generally expect from a blender of this size, and it allows you to make smaller, single-serving smoothies with relative ease. Even better, this unit’s small size means that it’s also very easy to clean and use as well as take with you.

Having said that, this may not be the best option for you if you make multiple smoothies for multiple people daily. You may also need to be mindful of when to replace this model’s blades as the power of the device means that they may wear down a little quicker. Generally speaking, though, this is a powerful personal option.

Ease of use and portability tend to top the list of most desired features when people are talking about personal smoothie blenders. After all, if you wanted to go for pure power, you’d probably look for a full-size option.

Well, when it comes to portability and on-the-go design, there are few blenders that stand up to the Hamilton Beach Personal Smoothie Blender.

Let’s focus on that design for a bit. As you may have noticed, this model of blender’s one-touch speed option means that you can essentially operate it with just one hand. That makes it especially useful if you tend to blend protein powders and other items that don’t require much preparation. It can handle slightly larger things, but you will need to prep them a bit.

It’s also easy to drink your creation directly from the jar it's blended in, which really just adds to the convenience factor. You can even tie the power cord around the bottom of the machine in order to make it that much easier to store this machine and carry it around.

Again, that’s the whole point with this smoothie blender. It's designed to serve as the ultimate portable blender with all the conveniences that go along with that idea. You do have to accept limitations, but if you accept them, then you’ll find a lot to love here.

There’s something to be said for style when you’re considering which blender to buy. Let’s face it, even the best blenders look kind of...basic. To be more specific, even personal blenders feature a kind of bulky look that doesn’t exactly capture the imagination. When you’re talking about a blender that you might actually carry around with you at some point, that’s an especially big deal.

It’s no small thing, then, that one of the first things you notice about this blender from Cincred is how good it looks.

This blender’s aerodynamic design instantly catches the eye. What’s even better, though, is what the sleek looks mean when it comes to this smoothie blender’s functionality. Because it’s designed with aesthetics in mind, this blender is also lighter and easier to carry. It also means that the cup is a bit smaller, but again, that’s not really a big deal if we’re talking about personal use.

It also certainly doesn’t hurt that this device’s compact design makes it incredibly easy to clean. As anyone who has ever tried to fuss with a messy portable blender knows, being able to easily keep one clean is kind of a big deal.

We’d be lying if we said that this is the most powerful personal blender on the market, but when it comes to looks and portability, it’s hard to beat.

We’re not saying that power is the only thing to consider in a full-size blender, but that’s not far from the truth. The biggest reason why you would buy a full-size blender is that you want a blender that can handle anything and often handle it multiple times a day.

Power is a big part of the reason why the Oster Pro 1200 should be on your shortlist of top smoothie blender options.

The Oster Pro 1200 boasts a shockingly powerful 1200 watts motor. The extra power that this model has over some of its competition is actually roughly equivalent to the power of a portable blender. What that means for you is fewer instances of needing to mix the ice in, fewer worries about liquid ratio, and fewer chunks of vegetables.

Combine that raw power with the seven available blending speeds, and you’ve got an incredibly versatile blender that can certainly make smoothies and just about anything else you could imagine. It even comes with a cup attachment you can use for in-home personal blends. Again, from a power and versatility perspective, you really can’t undersell what a beast this machine is.

That said, this unit also exemplifies some of the worst things about bigger blenders. Specifically, it’s heavy, its blades can be difficult to replace if something goes wrong, and it’s going to be slightly harder to clean. Again, though, if you’re looking for power, look no further.

One of the hottest trends in personal smoothie blenders is one-touch functionality, which is why this is an easy choice for our list of the best blenders for smoothies of 2019. Options are nice, but when it comes to portable blenders, it’s even nicer to be able to touch a button and watch it go. Again, it goes along with the idea that convenience is primarily what you’re looking for when you're looking for a portable blender.

When it comes to one-touch blenders, there are few that do it quite as well as this personal blender from Sboly.

You just get the feeling that this blender was made by people who have tried other personal blenders and were trying to address some of the most common issues such devices frequently suffer from. For instance, there is the one button design featuring a button that is actually quite large and easily accessible. You won’t have any trouble using this blender should you take it with you.

This device’s features go beyond that, though. Its easy pour spout is great if you don’t want to drink your smoothie directly from the blender. It only weighs a few pounds but still supports quite a few ounces of whatever you may decide to blend. It also looks pretty sleek and is surprisingly powerful despite its relatively small blender size.

Having said that, this is definitely on the weaker side of portable smoothie blenders. It certainly works best if you regularly blend powders or fresh fruits and liquids.

There’s not necessarily a difference when it comes to portable vs. personal blenders. The big thing they share is that both are generally intended to be used by one person making one smoothie or juice that they intend to drink when it’s done.

However, while most portable blenders are personal, not every personal blender is portable. There are just some blenders that are not well designed enough to be truly portable even if they’re intended for lighter use.

This blender from PopBabies is not one of those blenders. Actually, it’s one of the most effective portable blender options that you’re likely to find.

The first thing that may catch your eye about this blender is its awesome USB charging capabilities. Not every portable blender boasts that ability, and it’s generally easier to find a USB charge than an electrical outlet when you’re truly on the go.

We’re also a fan of this blender’s carrier top and how easy it makes transportation. On top of it all, you can unscrew this two-piece blender and make it easier than ever to drink from the top portion while still carrying the bottom. Like many smaller portable blenders, it’s also easier to clean.

One thing that’s worth noting with this blender, though, is that it doesn’t handle large amounts of liquids well. It also may require more charging than other models. Still the simplicty of this device made it an easy choice as one of the best blenders for smoothies of 2019.

The single-serve smoothie is rapidly becoming one of the most popular options for smoothie drinkers everywhere. More and more people like enjoying their smoothies when they’re done with their workout or in-between meals. If that’s the type of person you are, then you’re probably looking for a smoothie blender that makes the process of making a smoothie, grabbing it, and going as simple as possible — and so this will be the best blender for smoothies for you.

So far as that goes, there are few better options on the market than the Oster BLSTPB-WBL My Blend 250-Watt Blender.

The best way to think about this blender is to imagine your new favorite smoothie bottle. It looks good, it’s portable, it’s easy to carry, and it’s quite sizable. Well, this smoothie blender from Oster is basically your favorite smoothie bottle combined with a fairly powerful blender.

With this smoothie blender, you simply put ingredients in the bottle, add the blender attachment, make your smoothie, then grab and go. Clean-up is a breeze, the bottle is fantastic, and this blender offers a low-maintenance solution for making smoothies that fits into the most active lifestyles.

You will have to accept that this a true single-serve smoothie blender, which means that you won’t be able to overuse it. This also isn’t one of those single-serve blenders that really doubles as a portable blender. It’s great at what it does, though.

For quite some time, the Ninja name has been synonymous with high-quality blenders. In fact, many professional kitchens turn to variants of Ninja blenders for their needs. As such, Ninjas have a reputation for being powerhouse blenders capable of mixing just about every ingredient with relative ease.

The Ninja Professional 72oz Countertop Blender most certainly lives up to that reputation.

First off, this is one of the first full-size blenders we’re looking at, and we do have to emphasize the world size. This is a large and somewhat heavy blender that is pretty much going to have to be left at home (preferably on the counter). If space or the desire to take a smoothie blender with you are concerns, then you’re better off looking elsewhere.

For what it does, though, this Ninja blender does it better than just everything else. This is an incredibly powerful blender that can handle just about anything you toss at it with minimal prep required. This makes it the ideal option for anyone who makes large batches of smoothies or other substances on a fairly regular basis.

Ninja blenders are certainly a commitment and an investment, but if you’re a hardcore smoothie fan or someone who is making them for a family, then it just may be the best blender on the market.

When you’re looking for a full-size smoothie blender, you’ve got to accept that you're sacrificing some conveniences for performance. The bigger the blender, the more power you get. It’s really that simple.

However, you should realize that you don’t need to sacrifice every convenience for power. There are some full-size blenders that offer welcome amenities you would typically only expect from a smaller model. The Hamilton Beach Power Elite Blender is one of those blenders.

The first thing you’re going to notice about this blender is its pouring spout. That might not look like that big of a deal, but when you're talking about a larger blender, you’d be surprised how much such things help. This smoothie blender from Hamilton is one of the easiest to use in terms of cleanly and evenly distributing smoothies between multiple people.

This blender also offers a variety of blending options that you don’t get from popular full-size blenders like the Ninja. This makes it an appealing alternative for those who are using their blender for different types of things, even if you do sacrifice a little power compared to some other models. For instance, you may want to chop rougher vegetables a bit more before you throw them all into this blender.

That aside, this blender’s design makes it one of the more accessible options for its size and price range.