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Mix things up on the go with a portable Ninja blender: It's down to just $50
This petite pulverizer fits in your cupholder for making smoothies on the way to work or the gym, no cords required.
Ever crave a smoothie, but the thought of hauling out your big 'ol blender is enough to make you reconsider? Yeah, us too. Lifting a heavy appliance onto the counter to make one drink (not to mention the cleanup) seems unnecessary, but thousands of Amazon shoppers have found a better way. The Ninja Blast Portable Blender weighs less than 2 pounds and holds just enough for a single serving. But the coolest part? It's battery-powered, meaning you can whiz up refreshing beverages on the go. The other coolest part? It's on sale for just $50.
Bigger isn't always better, and this compact crusher is proof.
Why is it a good deal? 💰
Our price trackers tell us that, aside from Prime Day, this is the lowest this mini appliance has ever sold for, and because Ninja is such a respected brand, you know you're getting a quality product. Plus, making your own smoothies is a lot more affordable than daily visits to the local juice bar.
Why do I need this? 🤔
Designed to fit in most cupholders, the Ninja Blast Portable Blender can accompany you on road trips, to the gym, the office ... just about anywhere. Toss in your ingredients and blend away en route to work — that'll give you a few more minutes of shut-eye in the morning. It has a built-in handle for easy carrying, and despite its small stature, it's strong enough to crush frozen ingredients in a matter of seconds.
There's no need to bring an extra cup along; the blending container doubles as a drinking vessel. Cleanup is a snap since the vessel and sip lid are dishwasher-safe, and when it's low on juice (in the battery sense), just power it back up with the included USB cable.
What reviewers say 💬
More than 3,400 Amazon customers think you should give this pint-sized purée master a whirl.
Pros 👍
"I use it for protein shakes for my morning commute to the gym," wrote one satisfied shopper. "[Thirty] seconds later, it's ready to go. Once at the gym, it's easy to disassemble and clean before I hit the floor for a workout. Very satisfied with its ability/power to crush the ice cubes when making my shakes and the fact that I can plug it in using the USB in my car. Definitely will take it with me on trips when staying at a hotel."
"I didn't think a battery-operated blender would blend frozen berries," admitted a convert. "You have to shake it, but it does! Lots of comments from my coworkers [about] this. Everyone wants one ... I don't have time for an actual breakfast in the morning. Bringing a shake with me to start my day really makes a difference in how I feel by lunchtime. Extremely easy to clean! Long-lasting battery life. A game-changer."
"I was looking for a convenient and effective blender, and this one is just perfect," raved a third buyer. "It’s aesthetically pleasing and so easy to carry around. ... My biggest concern was that it wouldn't fully blend frozen fruits, but I was so surprised [by] how quickly it blended them. As I drank from it, there were no clumps at all."
Cons 👎
You won't get Vitamix power here, shoppers caution. "Bought this for my husband who has to wake up at 4 a.m. and doesn't want to run the blender and wake the kiddos," shared a thoughtful spouse. "He loves it. He puts in his ingredients before getting ready (frozen fruit) and then when he leaves, he'll run it in his car or office, which gives the fruit time to semi-soften for the blender." Their one note? "It is rechargeable, therefore it doesn't have all the power of a large plug-in blender, which is expected."
"I wish the glass cup was detachable from the mechanical part, as it is bulky to handle when drinking straight from the container," wrote a final fan. Still, they added, "I love how easy it is to use ... I can make it at my desk anytime."
Choose from six colors, like this cool forest green — all are on sale.
Another on-the-go beverage accessory to check out? This fun coffee-brewing straw:
Made of food-grade stainless steel and BPA-free silicone, this gadget works like any other straw, only it's equipped with a filter at the bottom to keep those unpleasant coffee grounds and tea leaves from ruining the drinking experience. To use it, all you do is fill your mug with hot water and ground coffee or loose-leaf tea, stir and start sippin'! You can add milk, sugar or any other flavorings you typically use, and it also works with juice if you want to strain the pulp.
"I love this product — not just for traveling," wrote one caffeine consumer. "It's perfect for a quick cup of coffee, mate or herbal tea at home, with much less cleanup than a French press or coffee pot. No counter space required!"
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
