For years, I’ve been immersed in the world of blenders, personally testing over 30 different models during my time at Epicurious. My extensive experience has consistently pointed to Vitamix as the gold standard in blending technology. Yet, despite recognizing their superior performance, a Vitamix hasn’t found a permanent spot on my own kitchen counter. Instead, I’ve navigated the realm of personal-sized blenders, starting with the iconic Nutribullet and later exploring the Zwilling Enfinigy.
My blending habits lean towards simplicity and single servings. I primarily use a blender for crafting individual smoothies, appreciating the convenience of making just the right amount in a compact appliance. As someone who often cooks for one, a personal blender has become indispensable for creating perfectly portioned green sauces or velvety butternut squash soup. Even when preparing purées for larger gatherings, a personal blender proves surprisingly adequate. For more demanding tasks or bigger volumes, I rely on my trusty food processor and immersion blender.
Despite my affection for bullet-style blenders, I’ve encountered recurring issues, particularly concerning noise levels and leakage. This led to my eager anticipation of Nutribullet’s latest offering, the Nutribullet Ultra Deluxe Single Serve Blender, promising to address these very concerns. Marketed as the brand’s most powerful yet quietest model, the Nutribullet Ultra piqued my interest. I spent several weeks putting it through rigorous testing, directly comparing it to the Zwilling Enfinigy, a previous top performer in our product evaluations. This is my comprehensive review of the Nutribullet Ultra Deluxe Single Serve Blender.
Key Advantages of the Nutribullet Ultra Deluxe Single Serve Blender
Powerful Motor for Effective and Quiet Blending
The Nutribullet Ultra Deluxe Single Serve Blender boasts a 1200-watt motor. To put this into perspective, while it doesn’t quite match the formidable 1490-watt motor of a full-sized, high-performance Vitamix Explorian, it significantly surpasses the power of typical personal blenders. For instance, the Zwilling Enfinigy operates at 500 watts, and the standard Nutribullet at 600 watts. This substantial wattage makes the Nutribullet Ultra the most powerful personal blender currently available. And the performance truly reflects this enhanced power.
In rigorous testing, the Nutribullet Ultra Deluxe Single Serve Blender demonstrably outperformed the Zwilling in ice crushing capabilities. It effortlessly transformed large square ice cubes into fine shards, resembling shaved ice. When tasked with blending our standard smoothie recipe – a challenging combination of nuts, dates, and leafy greens used across all blender tests – the Ultra completed the task quicker than the Zwilling, achieving a smoother, creamier consistency. This enhanced power also contributes to a noticeably quieter operation compared to the Zwilling. While personal blenders may not replicate the ultra-smooth textures of high-powered, full-size blenders, the Nutribullet Ultra comes remarkably close, surpassing many personal blenders I’ve tested in achieving a refined blend.
Smart Design Features Enhance Stability and Quietness
Stability is a common concern with personal blenders. Often, users need to physically stabilize the blending jar to prevent it from vibrating and moving across the countertop during operation. The Nutribullet Ultra Deluxe Single Serve Blender ingeniously addresses this with suction cup feet. These feet securely anchor the blender to the countertop, undoubtedly contributing to its reduced noise levels. While the long-term durability of these suction cups remains to be seen, in the initial month of testing, this feature proved to be a significant and intelligent design addition, enhancing both stability and quiet operation.
