Eating your five-a-day can be tricky – let alone the 10 a day recommended by some. However, a decent blender can push you in the right direction by blitzing up healthy, wholesome soups or nutritious smoothies to start the day right.
Unlike many kitchen appliances, most blenders are economical to run – so won’t increase your bills dramatically. Some can even heat your soup for tuppence (and we’ve tested them all to make sure that they’re energy-efficient). However, the difference in functions, versatility and maintenance can be startling. I put 10 blenders from some of the most well-known manufacturers through their paces to separate the smooth operators from the far-from-brilliant buys.
