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The days of having a blender tucked away in the back of your cupboard are over. These days, the best portable blender in Australia is the one you can take with you to create delicious smoothies and shakes wherever you go.
The term “portable blender” is often interchanged with “personal blender”. It makes sense, because both allow you to create single-serve smoothies or drinks that you can take with you.
Where they differ is specifics. True portable blenders are battery powered, allowing you to take not just the jug, but the entire blender with you.
Personal blenders, meanwhile, typically refer to the size of the jug. If it’s designed to have make enough for one. If the jug can be used as a glass to drink directly out of, then it’s a personal blender.
Because the two different versions essentially do the same thing – let you take your blended drinks with you on the go – we have combined them for this guide.
Guide to buying the best portable blender in Australia
Whether you want to buy one of the products in this guide or something different, these are the things to look for when choosing the best portable blender in Australia.
Portability
The main advantage of a portable blender is its convenience and portability. Consider the weight, size, and design of the blender to ensure it will be easy to carry and store while on the go. A compact design with a lid and travel cup is ideal.
Power and Speed
Look for a blender that has sufficient power to blend your desired ingredients smoothly and quickly.
A higher wattage motor will provide better blending performance.
Speed options can also be important for different types of ingredients, such as ice or tough vegetables.
Battery Life
If you’re looking for a cordless portable blender, pay attention to battery life.
Make sure the battery is long-lasting and has enough power to blend all your ingredients without needing frequent charging.
Capacity
Consider the size of the blender’s cup or container. A larger container will allow you to blend more ingredients at once but may be heavier and bulkier. A smaller capacity can be more convenient but may limit the amount of ingredients you can blend.
Blade quality
Check for high-quality, durable blades that can blend ingredients smoothly and evenly. Stainless steel blades are a good option for long-term use.
Ease of cleaning
A blender that is easy to clean is important, especially when you’re on the go. Look for models with detachable and dishwasher-safe components for quick and easy cleaning
Price
Expect to pay somewhere around the $100−$150 mark for a decent quality portable blender. You can get cheaper options which may suit your needs, just check to make sure it has enough power and features to meet your needs.
These are the best portable blenders I've tested:
Ninja Blast
Ninja has managed to combine everything you need from a blender into a compact, portable unit that lets you made delicious blended drinks on the go.
Available in a range of vibrant colours, the unit consists of three main parts. The base, which houses the blades used to blend everything together, forms the bottom of the blender, with the cup attaching to the top and holding up to 470 mL of liquid.
The lid screws into the top, with a pop top that lets you drink your blended concoctions directly from the Ninja Blast.
There are two buttons, to control everything, and a USB-C port at the back of the base lets you recharge the integrated battery.
It does a great job of blending – it's not as smooth as a full benchtop model like the KitchenAid K400, but it's not designed to be.
Personally, I've found it's perfect for making an iced coffee for the go. If you're after a portable blender, I can vouch the Ninja Blast won't disappoint.
Nick Broughall
Other popular portable blenders
Cuisinart RPB-100XA Cordless Personal Blender
Absolute convenience comes with the Cuisinart cordless personal blender. With 20 minutes of blending time using the integrated battery and simple USB charging, this is designed for absolute versatility.
It comes with two 475ml BPA-free tumblers, so you can always be ready to make another shake, while the easy self-clean design means you don’t have to worry about hand washing.
An LED indicator lets you know when you need to charge the blender, which takes about 2 hours to go from empty to full.
BlendJet 2
The true beauty of the BlendJet 2 is that it can be charged by USB.
That means that even if you run out of battery blending at the gym, you can charge it using the USB port of your car.
With enough battery life for 15 blends, and a self-cleaning design that simply requires some soap and warm water, this is a fantastic option for anyone looking to blend on the go.
It's also nice and affordable, making it a good option for anyone looking for their first portable blender.
How we chose the best portable blender in Australia
I've reviewed hundreds of products over my career, and more than 150 since I launched BTTR. In that time I learned that review sites - including this one - are subjective by nature. Everybody has a different opinion of what is best.
So for this guide, I’ve recommended my top portable blender choices from the models I have tested. But also done extensive research to identify the top models I may not have tested yet.
This research involved combining the products recommended by leading review sites across Australia, and consolidating those recommendations. You’ll find them in the “Other popular models” section.
As I continue to test more blenders, I’ll update this guide to ensure it is regularly up to date.
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