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🧊 Smoothies and iceThe best blender for smoothies and ice turns cubes to snow and frozen fruit smooth. 7 picks from CR, RTINGS and ATK results, from under $100 to Vitamix.💪 Protein shakesBlend a protein shake and drink it from the same cup. 7 picks for smoothies and protein shakes, from tumbler blenders to bowl makers, based on lab tests.🥤 Personal blendersThe best personal blenders and small blenders for smoothies in 2026: one-cup machines that fit any counter, ranked from Wirecutter, RTINGS and ATK tests.💵 Under $100Best value blender for smoothies under $100: 7 affordable picks with pitchers, cups or long warranties, plus what you give up versus a $400 Vitamix.🫙 Glass jarGlass jars don’t stain or hold smells. 6 glass-jar blenders for smoothies, from the RTINGS-rated Oster Pro 1200 to budget picks, with weights and caveats.🍝 Smoothies and saucesOne blender for morning smoothies, pesto, salsa and milkshakes. The best blender for smoothies and sauces needs a real low speed and a tamper: 6 picks.🍓 Smoothie makerSmoothie maker, smoothie mixer or smoothie machine: what each name really means, which type fits your routine, and the best smoothie maker of each type.🏷️ Brands comparedBlender brands compared for smoothies: Vitamix, Ninja, NutriBullet, Breville, Blendtec, Chefman and Oster, by texture, warranty, blade design and price.🎒 Portable blendersCordless portable blenders for smoothies and protein shakes: 4 picks, battery life, what they can’t blend, and what the BlendJet 2 recall means for you.🤫 Quiet blendersNo blender is truly silent, but some are far less harsh. The quietest blender for smoothies by test reports and design, plus tricks to cut noise at 6 a.m.🧮 Fit finderAnswer a few quick questions about your smoothies, kitchen and budget. Get the right blender type, jar size and picks, plus how fast it pays for itself.🧰 AccessoriesSpare cups, gaskets, blades and tampers that fit your blender, plus freezer molds, brushes and slider mats that make daily smoothies easier. Check fit first.