My blender of choice is the Vitamix. Vitamix makes some of the quietest blenders in the high-performance range, and absolutely purees/liquefies everything I put in it.





I NEVER get bits of leafy greens, or chunks of frozen strawberries, or gritty seeds. My Vitamix delivers rich, smooth green smoothies day after day, and the 7-year warranty shows that this blender is built to last a long, LONG time.





Vitamix blenders will likely out-perform and outlast any other blender featured on this page.





Blendtec also makes high-performance (typically 1500-watt or greater) blenders that are comparable to Vitamix as far as blending silky smooth green smoothies. They come with an 8-year warranty.





I’ve used their classic Total Blender to make the green smoothies on my website from 2009 until I moved to a Vitamix in early 2012.





I have also used their Designer series blender and they are wonderful as well.





Once you get the $100 price point for blenders, long-term warranties all but disappear and you may not be able to thoroughly liquefy ingredients like kale, frozen strawberries, raw carrot and pineapple core. You’ll get bits of raspberry seeds, and chia seeds won’t be fully pulverized.





These blenders will not approach Vitamix-quality. However, these blenders can still make delicious, nutritious green smoothies and will get you started on transforming your health.





I do not recommend spending only $50 or less on a blender for making green smoothies unless financial circumstances require it.





If you can afford to, or save up money, buy a mid-range or high-end blender because it will be less expensive over the long term. A sub-$50 blender with a 1-year warranty is not going to stand up to daily use. You will end up replacing it often vs. a higher quality blender with a 5-7 year warranty.





Plus, a higher-powered blender will unlock more nutrients and make your green smoothies more flavorful (and smooth).





If circumstances require a $100 or less blender budget, there are a few standouts in this price range.





Hamilton Beach 56221 Smoothie Smart Blender

This Hamilton blender is made of durable materials and provides ample power to satisfy your daily smoothie needs. It could crush ice easily, and blend soups, hot liquids, dips, and salsas. It is user-friendly and easy to clean. Best of all, you can transfer your smoothie into your favorite glass without making any mess – thanks to its unique pouring spout. With a 700-watt power to offer, this Hamilton blender can surely be your best bet.





Ninja Professional Blender (NJ600)

The NJ600 is very popular today because of its sleek design and 1000-Watt power to make the best smoothie in town. This commercial-grade blender features a total crushing technology that makes pureeing, blending, and processing easier than ever. This means you can crush ice, vegetables, and fruits in seconds.





This blender is also big enough to help you make smoothies for the entire family. It comes with a pour spout that helps you distribute the drink without worrying about spillage. Dishwasher safe and BPA free, the NJ600 is surely worth considering.





Waring Pro PBB225, $100

The Waring blender is known for being a heavy duty, commercial grade blender. This professional grade product line is aimed at budget-constricted customers. Among the many blenders from this line, the PBB225 is one of the best. It produces a great-tasting pina colada and soup puree. It's old-fashioned design might appeal to many, but the features are purely modern. One of its best features include the easy-to-read measurements and the pulse setting. With these features, it is no wonder why this blender made it to this list.