Best Personal Blenders for Solo Smoothies & Small Jobs (2026)
The article reviews the best personal blenders for making smoothies and small-batch sauces. It highlights the Nutribullet Ultra as the top choice due to its powerful motor and effective blending capabilities. Other recommended models include the Thyme & Table Single-Serve Blender and the Ninja BlendBoss.
- ▪The Nutribullet Ultra is praised for its 1,200-watt motor, making it one of the most powerful personal blenders available.
- ▪The article emphasizes the importance of having a compact and easy-to-clean blender for solo cooking.
- ▪Four personal blenders were tested, with the Nutribullet Ultra earning the top spot for its performance and design features.
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| Original publisher | Bon Appétit |
| Canonical URL | https://www.bonappetit.com/story/best-personal-blenders |
| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 15:29:10 +0000 |
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Best OfThe Best Personal Blenders for Solo Smoothies and Small-Batch SaucesNothing beats a bullet.By Alaina ChouMay 18, 2026I write about kitchen gadgets for a living, so it should come as no surprise that my kitchen is covered in countertop appliances. I’ve got a rice cooker, a countertop oven, an Instant Pot, a stand mixer, an espresso machine… the list goes on. But the kitchen appliance I use the most? It's undoubtedly my personal blender.Our top picksThe best personal blender overall: Nutribullet UltraThe best budget personal blender: Thyme & Table Single-Serve BlenderThe best personal blender for smoothies: Ninja BlendBossOur personal favorite: Beast Mighty 850Sure, I love my Vitamix (which is also on my counter).
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