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NutriBullet Blender Review

A top-notch blender that consistently creates smooth purees and offers enough capacity to produce large batches of baby food but takes up kitchen counter real estate
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NutriBullet Blender Review (The NutriBullet Blender has a simple, easy to use interface.)
The NutriBullet Blender has a simple, easy to use interface.
Credit: BabyGearLab Staff
Price:  $110 List
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Manufacturer:   NutriBullet
By Molly Bradac ⋅ Senior Research Analyst  ⋅  May 17, 2020
86
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SCORE


RANKED
#2 of 9
  • Puree Quality - 35% 9.3
  • Ease of Use - 30% 8.2
  • Health/Safety - 20% 8.4
  • Ease of Cleaning - 15% 8.0

Our Verdict

Holding the Editors' Choice award, the NutriBullet Blender (model ZNBF30400Z) is a top-performing machine that produces smooth purees and offers the capacity to create large batches of baby food if you prefer to prep and store food in your freezer. It has a user-friendly interface with multiple blending speeds, and it is reasonably easy to clean. Given the NutriBullet's size, you will need to sacrifice some space in your kitchen to house this unit, and it does not come with any extras (storage containers or to-go cups) like other contenders. But, we appreciate the blender's simplicity in design and performance. If you agree that the NutriBullet Blender meets your needs, we highly recommend it. Check out how it compares to the competition in our article on the best baby food makers.
REASONS TO BUY
Easy to use
Excellent purees
Large batches
Easy to clean
REASONS TO AVOID
No cooking feature
Not portable
Takes up space

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Best Overall Baby Food Maker
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Bottom Line An excellent blender that may take up kitchen space but is worth the expense given its multiple positives, including puree quality, ease of use, and capacity to create large batchesAlthough this blender option can't accommodate hot ingredients, it does perform well and has lots of extra features that make it a top contenderA Boroclass pitcher blender that is worth consideration given its acceptable puree quality, eco-health properties, and ease of cleaningSimple, inexpensive, and versatile, this unit makes baby food in a snapA muscle-powered food maker that mashes food and is portable, but does not produce puree quality like machines
Rating Categories NutriBullet Blender Ninja BL660 Oster Pro 1200 Blender Sage Spoonfuls Pure... OXO Tot Food Masher
Puree Quality (35%)
9.3
9.5
8.0
7.4
2.9
Ease of Use (30%)
8.2
7.5
8.0
7.7
5.9
Health/Safety (20%)
8.4
9.0
9.9
8.7
7.6
Ease of Cleaning (15%)
8.0
8.8
9.5
7.3
9.0
Specs NutriBullet Blender Ninja BL660 Oster Pro 1200 Blender Sage Spoonfuls Pure... OXO Tot Food Masher
Capacity 8 cups 72 oz. Pitcher (MAX Liquid Capacity : 64 oz./8 cups) 6 cups Not Listed for Food Processor, N/A for Immersion Blender Not Listed
Footprint Large Large Large Small Small
Steam No No No No No
Settings Blend, Puree Blend, Puree Blend, Puree Blend, Puree Blend, Mash
Special Features None None None
Included Accessories Tamper, Recipe Booklet (1) 72 oz. Pitcher, (2) 16 oz. Nutri Ninja Cups with Lids, and (1) Small Blade (1) 6 cup Pitcher, 24 oz. Smoothie Cup with Lid HomeMade Essentials Package Available with (1) Recipe Book, (6) Glass 4oz Storage Jars, (60) Labels, (1) Immersion Blender with Food Processor Attachment and Pocket Guide (1) Lid
Available Accessories Yes None None Sage Baby Eco Steamer, Sage Spoonfuls - Simple Recipes, Healthy Meals, Happy Babies; Sage Spoonfuls Pocket Guide, Assorted Storage Jars, Pouches, Snackie and Munchie Bag Sets None

Our Analysis and Test Results

NutriBullet products are owned and made by Homeland Housewares, a company manufacturing blenders since 2003. Their mission is to inspire and empower transformational nutrition through their products, plus make nutrition simple, easy, and impactful.

Performance Comparison



nutribullet blender - puree quality is an important metric to consider if you have a baby...
Puree quality is an important metric to consider if you have a baby ready to begin solids.
Credit: BabyGearLab Staff

Puree Quality


The NutriBullet outshines most of the competition with one of the highest scores in this metric. To assess performance, we tested various foods from soft to raw to examine puree quality and how consistently a product renders ideal puree results. Since a baby's first foods need to be smooth, it is essential to know if a product can achieve this.


There is no doubt that the NutriBullet Blender creates supreme purees. Of all the foods we tested, kale was the most challenging for this machine as it left behind tiny pieces, which is not ideal when striving for a smooth puree. However, most contenders struggled to blend kale, and the NutriBullet produced a better puree than most.

Kale
Kale
Peaches
Peaches
Blueberries
Blueberries

It excels at pureeing peas, blueberries, rice, and pasta, a few foods that most other contenders in our review could not match.

Peas
Peas
Rice
Rice
Pasta
Pasta

We appreciate that the NutriBullet Blender accommodates warm ingredients, unlike some of the competition, because it can be time-consuming to wait for food items to cool down to room temperature. Plus, it has the power and capacity to create large batches of baby food to freeze and store.

Ease of Use


The NutriBullet has one of the highest scores in this metric. We assess how intuitive a product is to use without the manual and the amount of prep time required before creating baby food for ease of use.


Out of the box, the NutriBullet is quick to assemble. The motor base has suction cup feet, which keep it stationary when blending. The labels on the control panel are easy to follow, thanks to simple buttons: On/Off, Low, Medium, High, and Pulse. Besides the pitcher (64 oz. capacity) and lid, it includes a tamper to help push ingredients closer to the blade. The pitcher has a wide mouth and an easy-pour spout, and the lid has a vented cap to release heat. Additionally, the top fits snugly into the pitcher, keeping liquid from spitting out while blending.

nutribullet blender - the nutribullet's lid is easy to lift thanks to its design and will...
The NutriBullet's lid is easy to lift thanks to its design and will keep liquid from spitting out.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

The perks don't stop there. The NutriBullet's control panel is minimal and easy to use without the manual. It has a power button and multiple settings.

nutribullet blender - the nutribullet has a straightforward, user-friendly interface with...
The NutriBullet has a straightforward, user-friendly interface with four settings, which will get the job done.
Credit: BabyGearLab Staff

The manufacturer suggests blending up to one minute. Beyond this timeframe, friction from the blades can cause ingredients to heat and generate internal pressure inside the vessel. Also, the NutriBullet requires some liquid when blending, which helps create its signature cyclonic action. Therefore, grinding dry ingredients, such as grains, should be avoided.

Health and Safety


For health and safety, we consider concerns over plastic and parts that are troublesome to see and clean, resulting in mold, bacteria, or rust. We also assessed moving blades and the potential for burns.


The NutriBullet's pitcher is BPA-free, and we did not experience any non-food taste after first or succeeding use. Also, since it offers no cooking feature, we have no concerns over burns from steam escaping, and it does not have a steam tank for yuck to grow or hide. It does have sharp blades that you will need to mindful of when blending and cleaning. Overall, this unit should remain a healthy option.

nutribullet blender - the nutribullet's blades are sharp and we strongly recommend a...
The NutriBullet's blades are sharp and we strongly recommend a bottle brush to clean the nooks and crannies around the blades, instead of your hand.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

Ease of Cleaning


This metric considers the amount of time and parts to clean appropriately. Again, the NutriBullet's score was on the higher end.


For stubborn mess, fill the NutriBullet with some water, a dot of soap, and run on low for a few seconds as this will loosen debris and make the cleaning process more manageable.

nutribullet blender - fill the nutribullet pitcher with some water and a drop of soap...
Fill the NutriBullet pitcher with some water and a drop of soap, then run it on low to loosen debris from blending. This simple step will help the cleaning process.
Credit: BabyGearLab Staff

Besides the motor base and tamper, the unit has dishwasher-safe parts. However, we think it is better to hand wash all of the components, plus it can extend the product's longevity and durability. For ongoing maintenance, the manual suggests inspecting all parts for damage or wear that may impair function or present a hazard.

nutribullet blender - even though the nutribullet is dishwasher safe, we think...
Even though the NutriBullet is dishwasher safe, we think hand-washing and air drying is easy, plus we believe it prolongs the product's longevity.
Credit: BabyGearLab Staff

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