The Top Rated Blenders of 2017

The Top Rated Blenders of 2017
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It is just about the halfway point of 2017, and as the summer draws closer, you may be looking to work on that beach body. One of the best ways to slim a few pounds is through cold protein shakes and fruit and vegetable smoothies.

If you are going to want to make some of these delicious and healthy treats, then you will need a blender to do it. However, you are not going to want to buy just any blender, right? You want to buy the best blender for your dollar value.

But how do you know what the best blender to buy is? Lucky for you, here is a list of some of the best rated blenders for this year, to ensure you can pick up something that is both new and well-received.

What are Some Highly Rated Blenders, and What are they Like

The Ninja Professional Blender NJ600  model comes with a whopping 1000 watt motor, ensuring that it will never jam, and is long lasting. Has a hefty 72-ounce pitcher, along with a variety of features and settings. It’s  good for families that need a new blender in the kitchen.

If you are looking for something that can serve a lot of people in a short amount of time, but is still budget friendly, that this model is right for you. Not to mention, dishwasher safe! However it does not come with to-go lids, so do not expect to blend and run with this model. Does not give notice if it is about to break, and will die without warning.

Overall, the Ninja model is good for families who need an affordable, strong blender that is on the larger end of the spectrum. However, do not look to take this blender with you, so you will want to have a portable cup on your person with this model.

What If You Don’t Need 72. Ounces?

If that is the case, then the Vitamix Reconditioned Standard Blender comes with a 64 ounce container that works best with medium to large batches, but can still be used for smaller servings. It  comes with a commercial level two-horsepower motor, and for those of you that always find yourself making messes, a vented spill proof lid.

It is very easy to use for the amount of features included, and comes with both a thirty day guarantee and a five-year warranty in case any problems are found. Proven to be in good use for a long period of time.

Is in no way shape or form budget friendly, and only those who are going to use it all the time should consider buying a model of this price. If you are a person who knows that they will definitely use this blender, and also makes a large batch when using the model, than this blender is recommended.

However, if you are looking for something for a more specific purpose, than you may want to look into something more budget friendly.

Looking for Something on the Smaller Side?

Hamilton Beach makes a Power Elite model that is fairly good for smaller batches. As a smaller blender, it still comes with twelve settings. The container is made up of a unique shape, allowing for less spillage once poured. It is dishwasher safe, and does not weigh much, allowing for increased mobility.

It is very budget friendly, and a quality size per dollar value. Has a 700 watt motor to ensure quality cutting and mixing. Does not make large portions, therefore cannot be used for multiple servings at once. Does not have any features for breaking ice listed.

Glass container is prone to shatter if dropped, unlike plastic versions on other models. If you are looking for a blender on a small budget, or just looking for a blender to use in case you need it, and do not have to worry about making many portions all at once, then take a look at this model.

The Cuisinart Compact Portable Smoothie Blender comes with a 350 watt motor, high and low pulse controls to allow the user to feel more in control, as well as a 32-ounce container. It also comes with a set of four, 16-ounce portable containers for a group on the go.

Great for families, especially when both the parents and the kids are off somewhere in a hurry. Comes with a state-of-the-art touchpad, and is a great way to save a few cups around the house.

It is very small, and does not work well in situations in which much material needs to be blended at once. Most of the price does in fact go towards the portable cups that come with it, and it is important to keep this in mind upon consideration.

It is a great blender for family life, but for the price, is not single user friendly, and does not make a lot of smoothies or milkshakes, leaving it with a lonely 3.5 out of 5 stars on Amazon.

If you are more of an athlete, and look for something that can blend right into a sports bottle, the be sure to check out the  Oster MyBlend Smoothie Blender. This model comes with a 400 watt motor, and allows the user to put a sports bottle right into the blender, removing the need for another container.

For its size, it has a good ice crushing ability. One of the most affordable and budget friendly models on the market, this product is great for those on their way out the door to go for a run, or who live on a tight schedule and need the blending job done quick.

It’s not meant for more than one person, and though it can be used with sports bottles, it does not come with it own container. It is small, and not meant to be used by more than one person at a time.

As stated earlier, if you are athletic, and looking for something to shave a few minutes off of your morning commute to work, than this model could not be more perfect. However, it does not serve much more of a purpose other than that scenario. If you are looking to make a tasty treat for guests, than you may want to look at something a bit more traditional.

In Conclusion, What Should You Look For?

There are many types of blenders, from sports oriented to portable oriented. Perhaps what is most important to think about when looking to buy a new blender is how you plan to use it. That single thought alone with change the price, size, and all other features that come with the blender itself.

If you review what has been said in the analyses above, then you will see that when you know what it is you are looking for, you will find a product that is the right price and the right fit.

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