Best Blenders Under $200 — Top Picks & Review!

Posted on by Donna

Finding a blender for under $200 is not only possible but pretty easy. The issue, however, is finding the best blender in this category from the list of hundreds out there that you undoubtedly have at your disposal to choose from.

When looking for a blender, the first thing to bear in mind is what you want your blender to do for you. After all, one blender can sometimes replace up to nine different appliances in your kitchen. Your blender will be able to replace products such as a food processor, mixer, hand crusher, ice-cream maker among others. A blender these days can grind your vegetables, fruits, and meat, whether boiled or fresh; turn ice into crumbs; chop nuts, coffee grains, and even cereals. It can make your butter, make your soups, and more. The higher up in price you go, the more your blender is able to do.

Best Blenders Under $200

(Please note that prices were quoted in Canadian but may be converted to US$ based on your region)

1. Ninja Professional Plus Blender with Auto-iQ

The Ninja Professional Plus Blender with Auto-iQ is among the best blender under $200 tested. It is powered by a 1400-Watt motor, which means it is able to do more than just blend smoothies.

This affordable full-size model comes with a large, 72-ounce main jar to feed your entire family as a boast a capacity of 1.8 liters. It features a new modern design and a more powerful motor than the original Ninja professional blender. Its total crushing blades allow you to crush ice for your smoothies and frozen drinks with precision. Its varying speeds and preset modes, allows you to fine-tune your blend based on what you put in. You are able to do three presets with the Auto-IQ programs —smoothies, frozen drinks, and ice cream by just pushing a button.

The Ninja Professional Plus Blender with Auto-iQ is made of sturdy and durable plastic and is not recommended to blend hot ingredients. However, its incredibly built frame allows your ice to turn ice into snow in large batches in less than a minute.

Your blender will come complete with the 1400-Watt Motor Base, total crushing pitcher,  stacked blade, a recipe guide, instruction manual, and a quick start guide. The jar, lid, and blade assembly are all removable and dishwasher-safe, making your blender easy to clean.

While it doesn’t come with additional jars, lids, etc, it is a very efficient budget-friendly blender that will make your smoothies, shakes, ice cream with ease. In fact, the Ninja Professional Plus Blender with Auto-iQ is very good for professional use.

PROS
  • Well-built and easy to clean.
  • 1400 power watt
  • Auto-IQ feature
  • One-touch smoothie, frozen drinks, and ice cream
  • 72-ounce main jar
  • Dishwasher safe.
  • Several preset modes and preset speeds.
CONS
  • Struggles to fully blend fibrous ingredients like kale.
  • Does not make nut butter well
  • Cannot make hot food

CHECK PRICE

2. NutriBullet NBR-0601 Nutrient Extractor

The NutriBullet NBR-0601 Nutrient Extractor gives you nutrient-packed smoothies in seconds. As its name suggests it extracts all the nutrients from your fruits and veggies so you can have your desired amount for the day. Despite its power watt of 600, this personal blender can handle whole foods like nuts, seeds, berries, and spinach with just a push and twist motion. 
It comes with refined stainless steel nutrient extraction blades that use cyclonic action to break down tough ingredients forcing the release of any nutrients inside. The blades are Specially designed to provide a refined blend. Whether it’s hard or soft ingredients, the cyclonic action of the blade can turn them into smoothies in no time. The cup capacity is 24 ounces which is enough for 3 servings.
The packaging comes with a 600-watt motor base, 1 extractor blade, a 600 ml cup, a to-go lid, a lip ring, and a recipe book. BPA-free plastic cups are durable, long-lasting, and safe for the upper rack dishwasher safe. The blade can also be unscrewed and laced into the dishwasher. It is always best t read your manual before use.

. There is a total of two blades with six cutting sides. While the equipment itself is under $50, it’s built very gracefully to serve you a long time. The NutriBullet NBR-0601 Blender weighs around 6.89 pounds, making it one of the heaviest personal blenders on our list.

PROS

  • BPA-free plastic
  • Nutrient extraction feature
  • Refine blending blades
  • Durable blade assembly
  • Seamless cleaning

CONS

  • small blending jar
  • 1-year warranty

CHECK PRICE

3. KitchenAid KSB4027CU K400 Countertop Blender

KitchenAid is another well-known brand when it comes to kitchen appliances. It is therefore not surprising that the KitchenAid KSB4027CU K400 Countertop Blender is ranked among the best blenders under $200. Its retro appearance, rather than being a turnoff, is more of an attraction and gives the feel of sturdiness and durability.

The blender is powered by a base of 1200 watts and is definitely an upgrade from the KitchenAid KSB1575CU which was powered by 600 watts and quite tall for your counter. The unique asymmetric blade of the KSB4027CU K400 blends at four distinct angles to pull contents into the blade to get the perfect texture. It works at one horsepower motor at 5 speed.

This KitchenAid blender comes with 3 preset recipe programs — crushed ice, frozen drinks, and smoothie. It comes with a 5-speed variation to choose from. The soft-start function starts the motor at a slower speed to pull the food through the blade, then increases quickly to have your meal done in less than a minute. Overall it is an extremely good blender with great reviews.

PROS

  • 1200 watt-motor
  • 5 speeds
  • Preset features — crushed ice, frozen drinks, smoothie
  • Crushes ice
  • Blades work at 4 angles
  • Greens like spinach blend well.
  • Comes in different colors

CONS

  • Complicated at first if you do not read the manual

CHECK PRICE

4. Nutri Ninja Pro

The Nutri Ninja Pro is a personal blender that functions quite efficiently in getting your blends the way you want them. It was tested to be one of the best blenders under $200.

This compact Professional model is powered by a 900-watt motor and is designed to extract nutrients and vitamins from your food to give you the most of them. The extraction blades will not only extract the maximum nutrients but will crush ice, seeds, skin, and stems for a smooth, even consistency. It comes with 2 take-away cups — 18 and a 24-ounce, 2 to-go-lids that allow you to travel with your drink, and a book containing 75 recipes for you to try. It makes a fairly silky-textured smoothie but not without a bit of froth.  

Nutri Ninja Pro has only a one-speed setting, making it very easy to use. It will actually crush your ice into a snow-like blend for summer days slushies and other frozen drinks of choice. The blender weighs approximately 4.8 lbs and is easy to clean by hand with just soap and water or you can opt to put the jars and the lids in your dishwasher for an easier clean. Remember not to allow water into the motor base as this can damage the motor. When cleaning the base use a wet soapy rag or sponge

Like most personal blenders, the Nutri Ninja Pro is not designed to blend hot ingredients and does not handle the processing of almonds into smooth and spreadable nut butter. This aside it does do what it was designed to do very well — making single-serve smoothies at home.

PROS
  • Dishwasher-safe.
  • Easy to use
  • Designed fr nutrient extraction
  • 900 watt
  • Two different sizes of jars and to-go lids.
CONS
  • Cannot blend hot ingredients.
  • Struggles to fully process almonds into smooth and spreadable nut butter,

CHECK PRICE

5. Cleanblend Ultra Blender

The Cleanblend Ultra Blender is a low-profile blender operating on a 1000-watt motor specially designed for shakes and smoothies. It comes equipped with an 8 stainless steel blade system that will effortlessly handle any ingredient you put in a quiet mode.

That being said the Cleanblend Ultra blender does more than blend your smoothies and shakes. It is one of those multifunction blenders that replaces up to nine devices in your kitchen. It will grind, heat, crush, mix, chop,  process, purify, or liquify to give you larger portions of iced coffee, sauces, or margaritas, and whatever else you fancy. The Cleanblend Ultra comes with variable speed settings especially for your variety of recipes. It is also designed with a pulse button giving you control over how your meal comes out every time.

The stainless steel parts and the heavy-duty construction of the base ensure long-lasting durability. As a result, it comes with a 5-year limited warranty and a 30-day money-back guarantee.

The 40-ounce pitcher is BPA free while its low profile design makes it easy to store away.

PROS

  • Compact design
  • 1000-watt power
  • 8-stainless steel base
  • replaces 9 kitchen devices
  • 5-year limited warranty
  • Pulse feature
  • Easy to clean
  • Not loud

CONS

  • Cannot manage hot liquid

CHECK PRICE

6. KitchenAid Diamond Vortex KSB1575 Blender

The KitchenAid Diamond Vortex KSB1575 Blender is another great choice when it comes to blenders under $200. This is a reliable blender from a reliable brand. This is in fact a very popular blender and many reviewers have attested to its reliability. 

It comes with 550 watts of primary motor that can decently perform simple blending tasks. The overall design is very compact, for easy storage. Like the KitchenAid KSB4027CU K400 Countertop Blender mentioned above, the soft-start feature starts the motor at a slower speed to pull food into the blade then quickly increases to the selected speed setting to get the job done in less than a minute. The control panel is made attractive and easy to see with white LED Lights while the clean-touch control panel wipes clean easily. The blender is suitable for the entire family with a blending jar of 60-oz made of  BPA-Free patented diamond design. The pitcher is shatter-free, scratch-free, and stain-resistant. It is dishwasher safe and easy to clean under your tap if you prefer.

While it only boasts a motor power of 600 (more than enough to get your smoothies and shakes to perfection by the way), the steel-reinforced coupler provides direct, efficient power transfer from the motor directly to the blade to ensure that all your ingredients are properly blended. While the coupler is coated to ensure that the noise level is not as high as regular blenders. One of the attractions of this blender is its sturdy base that sits in place while you blend without moving around. It features five preset modes that you can choose from based on what you want to get done — stir, chop, mix, puree, and liquify.

The KitchenAid Diamond Vortex KSB1575 Blender comes in some 25 different colors to choose from including aqua, boysenberry, hot sauce, apple green, and empire red, just to name a few.

PROS

  • Sturdy base
  • 5 preset modes
  • Is able to crush ice
  • BPA-free jar
  • 40 oz blending jar
  • Steel reinforce coupler
  • LED control panel
  • Low noise

CONS

  • Does not come with attachments or accessories

CHECK PRICE

7. Oster Versa Blender

The Oster Versa Blender is yet another great choice from a well-known brand that provides one of the best blenders under $200.

This particular blender is a combination of stylish design, high power motor, and excellent build quality. It surely provides just about all you would expect from a blender in this price range and even more. It has a powerful 1400-watt motor, that as you can imagine, pulverize everything you put into its 64-ounce BPA-free Tritan jar. It has three pre-programmed settings — smoothies, soup, and dips/spreads. It also has a large speed dial for your ease and option.

The excellent quality plastic and metal material not only makes for a sturdy type of blender that will last for years but will also withstand heat in its Tritan jar. Its stainless steel blade spins at over 250 mph while blending ingredients together for your desired meals.

Cleaning may be a bit of an issue and a common complaint by some users as the blades and housing are not removable therefore you may have to handwash. The manual does over give you steps on how to clean after use that will not be too difficult. However, remember the base should not be submerged in water.

PROS

  • High power motor
  • Tritan jar to withstand heat
  • 64-ounce BPA-free Tritan jar
  • Sturdy base
  • Pre-programmed settings — smoothies, soup, and dips/spreads
  • 7-year warranty
CONS
  • A bit hard to clean

 

CHECK PRICE

9. Ninja Foodi Hot And Cold Blender

First off, the jar of this blender is made of glass… already a must love for those who prefer glass jar to plastic and who are looking to make hot soups! The Ninja Foodi Cold & Hot Blender is a great multi-purpose blender that can seriously handle crushing ice and actual hot foods and really bring on the hot!

It is equipped with a 1400-watt for efficient crushing, smooth blending, and complete extraction of your nutrients from whatever you put in. It comes with an 800-watt built-in heating element that allows you to have hot foods in minutes. It will cook hot smooth soups, simmer savory sauces and melt cheese, and even chocolate! The blender comes with a 1.8L glass pitcher with non-stick coating. One of the set programs is heated cleaning allowing cleaning to be as easy and efficient as possible.

Unfortunately, if you use your blender for things like nut butter it may not give you that creamy feel you may want as it does come out with a slightly grainy texture. If you like your smoothies thick and sludgy then this is ideal for you. If however, you’d prefer your smoothes less dense then this may not be your ideal choice and it does do it quite thick and sludgy. But, bear in mind it is absolutely great at making soups, sauces, and porridge.

It has 12 smart preset programs so with one touch of a button you can create smoothies, extracts, frozen drinks, sauces, soups, cocktails, water infusions, ice cream, and more. The packaging comes with a cleaning brush and a recipe inspiration guide.

PROS

  • Excellent build quality
  • Glass pitcher
  • Built-in heat element
  • Handles hot foods well
  • Buttons are in both French and English
  • Easy to clean.
  • Large-capacity jar
  • 1400-watt motor
  • Program for heated cleaning
CONS
  • Grainy nut butter
  • Not dishwasher safe.

10. Hamilton Beach Professional Blender

Hamilton Beach is another well-known name when it comes to supply affordable kitchen appliances to homes. Unlike some of its counterparts from this line of family, the Hamilton Beach Professional Blender comes pact with 1500 Watt (20 peak horsepower) of power that will allow it to crush and blend any hard foods you out in it in a matter of seconds. It will crush through ice frozen fruits and veggies and give you your perfect smoothie. This is made possible not just by the power that it brings, but also through the stainless steel blades designed for such tasks.

Even though it comes with so much horsepower, it is far from loud when compared to the regular blender. This is because it is equipped with a removable quiet shield that keeps the noise down while you blend. All you have to do is place this shield over your blender jar and… walla, your surrounding becomes so much quieter. You can control the speed at which your blender function by choosing the options that take you from a very slow mode of 3,000 RMP (revolution per minute) to very fast at 18,000 RMP. The 10-speed blender has 4 pre-programmed settings — smoothie, ice crush, puree, and clean, while also boasting a puree button.

It comes with a 32-ounce shatterproof BPA-free jar along with a tamper stick that will fit through the lid to help with the blending of more stubborn Ingredients. The removable parts are all dishwasher safe.

CHECK PRICE

Why Buy A Blender

Visit just about any home and you will find a blender sitting under the counter, on the shelf, or stacked away in a box. If you are not yet on board, you will be sure to get on once you realize the benefits of having a blender. Having a blender is one of the easiest and best ways to get so many tasks completed in the kitchen. A blender is especially essential if you work out and lives on smoothies and your green juice to get your required nutrients for the day.

Here are SOME of the things you can use your blender for:

  • Make smoothies
  • Make shakes and margaritas.
  • Make mashed potatoes with vegetables, fruits, meat products, etc. for both you and your family.
  •  Processing of small and large portions of meats.
  • Crush ice for your favorite drink
  • Quick preparation cocktails when friends come over.
  • Grind your soup ingredients in puree.
  • Make your hot soups.
  • Whipped dough, sauces, and dressings.
  • Chopping meat to the state of minced meat and mixing minced meat with spices and onions.
  • Make acai bowls
  • Make butternuts
  • Turn chocolate or cheese into fondue
  • Make your baby’s meal

BUYERS GUIDE

Please note that the list above does not give you the top 10 blenders under $200 in any particular order. All the appliances mentioned on our list are really good for the money. In fact, some are even worth much more than the selling price when you take the features into consideration.

All of our top 10 blenders come with their own unique features to get the job done as designed. After reading their capabilities, you will be able to decide which suits your individual taste best, based on what you are looking for out of your blender.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR WHEN BUYING A BLENDER:

Power

The power watt of your blender will determine the strength of the blend. For a blender under $200 anything from 500 – 1200 watt will certainly get the job done to satisfaction. Some of the blenders featured on the list rank up to 1500-watts which makes them quite capable of handing hard fruits and crushing ice to satisfaction. The higher the watt the more powerful the blender. So if you are looking for something to crush ice and turn it into snowy form, then you may want to choose one with a higher watt. If you want to crush ice in a lower wattage blender, put smaller amounts of ice cubes in at a time. Do not overload your blender in one go. If you are looking for a single-serve personal blender just for your daily shakes and smoothies and nothing else, then the lower wattage will be ideal. In fact, you can check the list of Best Blenders Under $50 which do offer quite a bit of single-servers.

Of course, before you choose your blender make sure you are clear about what you want it to do and choose the power accordingly. Some of the blenders under $200 will not be able to handle green leafy vegetables well as you may like, as it is hard for a regular blender to process this efficiently. But the key is to ensure that the blender you are choosing has enough blender power or the right motor that’s powerful enough to work for you.

Durability 

While we do not profess that blenders under $200 will last 10 years, we do know that if you take care of them, they will serve you a few years. Taking care of your blender means not overloading it especially with ice and whole fruits, as this can cause the motor to overwork and burn out quickly. The material plays a big role in the durability and lifespan of a blender, therefore, opt for metal or high-quality plastic bases.

Dishwasher Safe

Just about all the blenders on this list have parts that are dishwasher friendly, thus making them easy to clean. Or you will find some that once you put in water and a few drops of soap and press the ‘clean’ option on the blender, it will clean itself. Remember that the base should be specially cared for as getting it wet can damage the motor instantly. Always clean the base with a wet sponge or a damp soapy washrag. Cleaning your blender after each use prevents any build-up of bacteria that can get int0 your next blend and cause health issues.

Pulse Button

If you are looking to blend on a regular basis, choosing a blender with a pulse button is the better choice as the pulse feature makes for automatic blending instead of having to hold the button down for minutes, sometimes even after the food has already been blended. Running the motor for long periods can result in burning out of the motor sooner than hoped. The pulse feature allows you to alternate between manually holding the button and using the automatic.

Warranties and Parts

While the blenders do come with warranties, it can be tedious and costly to make a claim especially if you are expected to return the damaged item. In some cases, it is better to invest in a new blender. You can also check on Amazon for replacement parts for your blender if need be. Also, some blenders come with jugs that are compatible with other blenders within the brand and so if you are looking to buy a new blender you can do so with that in mind. It will still cost the same but at least you will have more to work with in terms of your old blending jars, cups, and lids to use with your new blender.

Noise

Smaller blenders tend to be less noisy than larger ones, though you will not find a quiet blender in general. Interestingly some of the blenders listed above do come with noise reduction features that will, in fact, make the blender quieter than the norm. But in general,  the more powerful the motor, the more noise you tend to get. Once you invest in a blender you will not be able to get away from the noise. But if you live in an apartment or have young children that you do not want to disturb, check for a bender with the noise reduction feature.

Blades and Accessories

The main function of a blender is to blend, everything else is secondary. Therefore, the blade technology that is responsible for blending is a key factor. Choose a high-quality stainless-steel blade, which is available with just about all the blenders on this list.

Some models do other functions other than just blend, and others will come with different accessories. Ensure that you do not get distracted by the accessories and different functions before confirming that the bender is good at doing your main function first and foremost. A number of persons will choose blenders for the additional functions, without ever using those functions, or by the number of additional travel cups and lids, or even by the wide array of colors that they can choose from. However, not all are worth the spend if they cannot first and foremost blend your smoothie and shakes the way you want them to.

Glass vs Plastic

Choosing between glass and plastic will be a personal choice. Having either one will not affect the outcome of your smoothie. Most blenders under $200 tend to be BPA-free plastic, though you will find blenders on the list that comes with glass jars. The plastic jars are BPA- free and quite safe.

Hot or Cold 

There are some blenders on the list above that do allow you to make hot soups and like the Ninja Foodi Hot And Cold Blender are specifically designed to withstand heat and make your food hot. Others that you can look into are blenders under $100.

Of course, if hot soup is on your agenda for your blender then a glass jar that can withstand the heat is recommended. Some Oster blenders enable you to blend hot beverages without any issues. However, blending hot liquids can wear out the o-ring of your blender in a short time if it was not designed to do so.

FAQ About Blenders Under $100

Q: How long will my blender under $100 last?

A: Blenders under $200 can last for years if you take good care of them by getting rid of blended particles after each blend through the washing of detachable parts, and wiping down of your base. Ensure you do not allow liquid to seep into your motor, and that you do not overload the jar with hard foods and ice in one go. The lifespan also depends on how often you use it. So you can have your blender for months or years depending on the blender chosen, the regularity of use, and the love and care you show it.

Q: What can I use my blender for?

A: What you use your blender for should be depended on what it can do. If it was only designed to make smoothies and shakes use it just for that instead of trying to make soups, etc. If you need your blender for other functions it is best to choose one that has multifunctions.

Q: Does the wattage make a difference?

A: The power watt on a blender does make a difference. The higher the watt the more the motor is able to do for you. However, having a blender with 180-watts is still very ideal if all you need it to do is blend your smoothies and shakes.

Q: Can my blender under $200 crush ice?

Some of the blenders listed above boast of the ability to crush ice, and crush it into a snowy format. However, some may not crush your ice to snowy flakes, so read the capabilities before buying. The amount of ice added should be dependent on the size of your power motor.

Q: Are plastic jars really safe?

A: Once you choose a blender with BPA-free plastic it is completely safe for use.

CONCLUSION:

Before you choose your blender ensure that you know the functions you want from it and what you need it to do for you. This will help in narrowing down your search. For example, if you are an on-the-go person who blends your own smoothie before heading out the door then a single-serve blender would work for you. If you are looking for food prep along with blending then choose one that offers food prep. If you want to do a little more than just blend, then a multi-function blender is the best option. Thus you first need to decide what you want from your blender.

There are good durable blenders for under $200 that you can buy. Persons have been surprised by the performance of some of these blenders on the list and are quite happy they did not spend on other more expensive types.

The list above will in fact give you what you are looking for in your blender under $200. The aim is to get the best in the category that you are paying for. The blender that can offer you as much as possible. The list above shows you the best quality in the category you are looking at and are very capable of doing what you want from a blender.

Happy Blending!

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *