The best blenders for smoothies can make your mornings easier and turn your favorite shake into a smoother drink without extra steps or cleanup. Here are our top picks.

The best blenders can crush ice, pulverize raw kale and whole almonds with ease, and make perfectly smooth smoothies without overheating. But the best blender for you depends on how you’ll use it—as well as how much you have to spend.

Not everyone wants to wash a blender every time they make a smoothie. Fortunately, there's a straightforward blender-free way to make the drink.