Kitchen Reviews — NestTested

Power Couple – The Strongest Blenders for Nut Butters and Tough Ingredients.

Crushing nuts, seeds and frozen dates takes real muscle. We found three blenders with the torque, blade design and consistency to turn almonds into butter, chickpeas into hummus and frozen fruit into smooth, spreadable blends, including our Nest Tested Golden Egg Pick for 2026.

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Built to Blend – The Most Durable Blenders That Last Years (2026)

Most blenders work well at first, then start rattling, leaking or losing power. We identified three models built for long term use, with solid motors, robust construction and proven reliability, including our Nest Tested Golden Egg Pick for 2026.

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The Big Blend Up – Nest Tested’s Ultimate Blender Guide (2026)

Choosing a blender should not mean wading through endless lists. This guide pulls together the best performers across every category, from budget picks to heavy duty all rounders, highlighting the blenders that consistently deliver real world results across smoothies, soups and nut butters.

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Cordless Chaos – Rechargeable Blenders That Actually Have Power (2026)

Most cordless blenders barely manage a banana. We found three rechargeable models that deliver proper blending muscle without being tied to a plug, including our Nest Tested Golden Egg Pick for 2026.

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Budget Beast – Best Blenders Under £50 That Don’t Feel Cheap (2026)

Cheap blenders usually sound awful and fail fast. We found three budget blenders that break the pattern, offering solid build quality and smooth results at prices that stay firmly under £50, including our Nest Tested Golden Egg Pick for 2026.

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Barista in a Blender - Best Blenders for Iced Coffee & Frappes (2026)

Skip the coffee shop queue. We found three blenders that crush ice, blend milk smoothly and deliver café-style iced coffees at home, including our Nest Tested Golden Egg Pick for 2026.

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Looks That Kill – Best Design-Led Blenders of 2026 (UK Guide)

Not all blenders deserve counter space. We found the three that look genuinely great and blend properly - stylish, well-built machines that earn their place on display, including our Nest Tested Golden Egg Pick for 2026.

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Small But Savage – Best Mini Blenders That Punch Above Their Weight (2026)

Mini blenders are supposed to be convenient, but too many struggle with real ingredients. We found three compact blenders that deliver proper smoothie power in a small footprint, including our Nest Tested Golden Egg Pick for 2026.

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Glass Act – Best Glass-Jar Blenders That Don’t Stain or Crack (2026)

Plastic jugs can cloud, stain and smell over time. We found the glass-jar blenders that stay clear, handle heat and cold, and still blend smoothly, including our Nest Tested Golden Egg Pick for 2026.

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Smooth Gains Only - Best Blenders for Protein Shakes in 2026 (UK Guide)

Most blenders claim to handle protein shakes but few deliver. We found the three that truly blend smooth, clean and fast, including our Nest Tested Golden Egg Pick for 2026.

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Travel Light, Blend Heavy: Best 3 Portable Blenders for Gym Bags and Suitcases.

Most portable blenders look great online but fall apart in real life. We found three that actually blend, travel and survive the gym bag test, including our Nest Tested Golden Egg Pick for 2026.

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Blend at 6am: Best Quiet Blenders for Flats and Shared Kitchens (2026)

Most blenders promise low noise, but only a handful stay genuinely quiet at dawn. We tested the early-morning performers to find the models that blend smoothly without waking the whole flat, including our Nest Tested Golden Egg Pick for 2026.

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Cold as Ice - Blenders That Actually Crush Frozen Fruit (2026)

Most blenders promise ice-crushing power but choke the moment you add frozen mango. These three genuinely crush cubes, berries, and smoothie packs without overheating or leaving gritty bits behind.

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Soup Season Ready - Blenders That Go From Cold Smoothies to Hot Soups (2026)

Some blenders panic when things get steamy. These handle both sides - silky smoothies in summer and smooth soups in winter - without bursting, burning or short-circuiting.

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The Clean Freak’s Dream - Blenders You Can Rinse and Go. (2026)

Some blenders turn cleanup into a crime scene. These rinse out in seconds, no dismantling, no screwdriver, no mood ruined after breakfast.

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