A good blender is a kitchen necessity, for making smoothies and shakes among other things. Even just crushing up some ice for that tall iced coffee.
2. Cuisinart Smart Power 7-Speed Chrome Blender
This little machine has 350W of blending power, and a nice size (40 oz) blender jar. It comes in 2 varieties of chrome finish or white. You can also crush ice in the Smart Power without adding extra liquid. Plenty of control with 7 speed settings.
3. Bosch Porche Designer Stand Blender
One of the few jug or stand blenders I've seen that doesn't have a glass container. This stylish blender deserves space on the counter, not under the sink. It's not just a pretty face either, with 450W of power and a jug that holds 6-cups of liquid.
4. Braun Hand Held Blender
If you want something more compact, try a hand blender rather than a stand blender. Most hand blenders are short on power, but not this Braun model. This efficient unit has a full 400W of power and also comes with a whisk and chopper attachments. You can even mount it on the wall to save counter space.
6. Black and Decker Crush Master
They don't call this the "crush master" for nothing. The motor has 475 Watts of power to blend just about anything. Lots of flexibility with 10 speed settings, and the cannister holds 48 ounces. The lid has a handy 2-oz measuring cup in it, great for adding a shot or two of your favorite spirits.








