Best Blenders in Canada

How Will You Use Your Canadian Blender?

Before you can start looking for the perfect blender, you have to consider what you’re going to use it for. A single blender likely won’t be suited for every purpose, so you’ll need to explore why you want a blender in the first place.

For example, if you’re looking for the best blender for smoothies in Canada, you should consider a blender with an ice-chopping speed and the appropriate blades. You should also look for a blender with the appropriate power rating to handle ice, fruits, and vegetables. We’ll talk about power ratings later in this guide.

If you often make milkshakes or protein shakes in a single-serving capacity, you definitely don’t want a larger blender. You’ll have to clean it after every use, and you’ll make too much for a single serving. Instead, you might want to look for a personal blender, which can create the perfect serving size for personal shakes and some smoothies. Keep in mind that some personal blenders might not be able to chop ice.

Finally, you might want to make soups and sauces from scratch. Many standard home cooks might not realize that blenders are perfect for this! However, not every blender can make hearty soups and thick sauces. You might need a high-performance blender or an immersion blender, depending on how you prefer to make sauces.

We’ll talk more about the type of blender you need below.

Type of Blender

Not all blenders are created equally. Some are better at certain purposes than others, so it’s important to know which type of blender you need for your kitchen. Here are the four main types of blenders.

• High-Performance. A high-performance or professional blender is usually more powerful. These blenders use extremely powerful blades, multiple speeds, and a variety of options. You can use them for soups, sauces, and heartier blends. 
• Countertop. A countertop blender handles most household tasks, including milkshakes and smoothies. These blenders create multiple servings, but may not be able to handle frozen fruits or larger blending jobs. 
• Personal. Personal blenders can create single servings of most milkshakes, protein shakes, and smoothies. The mixing containers on personal blenders can sometimes become to-go cups, making it super easy to use them in the morning. However, there’s no guaranteed power when it comes to personal blenders. Different brands can vary wildly in this category.
• Immersion. Immersion blenders are cylindrical and don’t use a container. You use immersion blenders by lowering them directly into your sauces, drinks, and soups. They won’t make milkshakes, but they work best when it comes to cooking.

Think about how you will use the blender. Consider the space you have and any special uses you might consider for your blender. These considerations can help you choose the type of blender that works best for you.

Size

The size of the blender is important for a few reasons. First, if you’re choosing a countertop blender, you want to make sure that it will fit on your countertops. The size of the blender’s footprint, as well as its height, are factors to consider, especially if your kitchen cabinets are situated a bit lower.

Keep an eye on the size of the container, too. Some blenders may have smaller containers for personal portions, while others might have a large enough container for soups or larger portions.

Container

It may be important to consider the type of container your blender uses, too. The most common materials are plastic or glass, and there are benefits to using each type of material.

Plastic is inexpensive and lightweight. It doesn’t break as glass does, so you can be rougher with it before it breaks or cracks. If durability is important to you, consider using a glass container. On the other hand, plastic can stain and might absorb odours, especially if you use particularly pungent foods. Markings and measurements on plastic containers may wear off with time, particularly if you wash them in the dishwasher.

Glass is heavier and more expensive, but might last longer when it comes to measurement markings. Glass can break easier than plastic, but it also won’t absorb odours or stains. It’s easier to keep the glass clean because it doesn’t really hold onto things the way that plastic does. Some glass containers use measurements that are etched into the glass, ensuring that they will last.

Whichever container you use, make sure that you can easily read the measurements. You’ll also want to ensure that the container meets your cleaning requirements.

Speed and Settings

Speed and settings are often tied together with your blender. The number of speeds and the preset options present on your blender’s control panel can determine if it’s useful for your particular purpose. For example, if you make a lot of smoothies, you might want to check if the blender has a ‘frozen drinks’ setting or one that mentions smoothies. These settings are separate from speed settings, but the best blenders in Canada have both.

You’ll want to look for a blender that has more than one speed, particularly if you’re looking for a countertop blender. Settings such as puree, blend, crush, and pulse are also useful for a variety of tasks. These options ensure that you can accomplish specific tasks, while also giving you the option to change the speed for tasks that aren’t covered by the available preset settings.

Power

Power, measured in watts, often determines what your blender can do. For example, you’ll need more wattage to crush and blend ice than for milkshakes. Your personal blender is much less powerful than a professional option and has a lower wattage as a result. Here’s a quick look at what wattage levels are typical in different types of blenders.

• Up to 250 watts. Immersion blenders work great at around this wattage, since they don’t require much power for their purpose. This range should only be used for immersion blenders, as full-service blenders won’t be very effective at this power level.
• 300 to 700 watts. A personal blender usually fits into this range, the power may vary greatly in personal blenders. A single-serving blender that makes milkshakes, smoothies that don’t require crushed ice or frozen fruits, and protein shakes are good at this level. 
• 500 to 900 watts. A countertop blender with this wattage will be great for most purposes, provided you aren’t using fruits that are frozen solid or extremely hard vegetables. 
• Up to 1500 watts. Professional and commercial blenders usually reach this wattage, and many commercial kitchen blenders go even higher than this. At 1500 watts, a professional blender can handle almost everything you throw its way. 

Blades

The type of blade in the blender can determine what it’s best for, so pay attention to the blades themselves. Sometimes, blenders come with alternate blades that you can switch out for different purposes. If you can, try a blender that has this feature.

Otherwise, the shape and orientation of the blade can tell you a lot about what the blender does best. A set of four blades in an ‘X’ shape, for instance, is best for blending solid foods. These blenders are great for sauces and salsas, as well as other, more solid recipes. Two blades in a ‘wing’ style, on the other hand, are best for frozen drinks, milkshakes, and ice.

The types of blades included with your blender should be mentioned in your user manual. Make sure to look for the blades you need for your specific purpose, but also check the user manual for the capabilities of the other blades included.

Noise

Blenders are noisy, but some are noisier than others. Some companies won’t give their blenders a sound rating, so it’s important to check user reviews to see what others have to say. If the blender does specify how loud it is, look for a comfortable level for you. If you often make smoothies or protein shakes in the morning, for example, you might want to choose a quieter blender so you don’t disturb your family members.

However, some larger blenders are going to be noisy no matter what. Factor in the noise when you consider which blender you want for your kitchen.

Special Attachments

Deluxe and professional blenders often come with additional attachments or blades. Common attachments include special chopping blades or mixing blades, which can change the number of functions your blender can perform. Some might come with grinding blades, turning your blender into a handy coffee grinder.

Some blenders have multiple attachments, including these and many more. If you’re going to use your blender for a special purpose, consider checking out the attachments that come with the blender. It’s worth noting that a blender with a special attachment might not perform the same as a machine specifically created for a purpose. This means that a blender with a coffee grinder attachment, for instance, might not grind coffee as well as a coffee grinder. They can be handy, but the functionality is somewhat limited.

Cleaning

Blenders can be a bit difficult to clean. When you have to remove the blades and make sure they are clean, there’s always the chance you could hurt yourself. Plus, all of the moving parts can be a pain to get to. For this reason, you should consider how simple the blender is to clean.

If you use your blender often or don’t want to be constantly cleaning it, consider choosing a dishwasher-safe blender. Of course, some dishwashers may not be large enough to handle larger containers. Make sure that the dimensions will fit inside your dishwasher beforehand.

Other options may help make cleaning easier. Some companies may advertise that it’s simple to clean their blender, so keep an eye out for models that advertise simple cleaning.

Warranty

The warranty on your blender can tell you how long the company expects it to last. A longer warranty is always better, of course. This means that the company is confident that the blender will last longer during normal use. Each blender may have different warranty terms, so make sure to read them thoroughly before making a decision. Some companies provide very restrictive warranties that are less than helpful if something goes wrong.

If a blender fails during normal use (and falls within the warranty terms), companies may replace the blender or refund the purchase. The action they take depends on their warranty terms and policies, so make sure to keep track of what is covered under your blender’s warranty.