Yes. A cordless portable blender can crush ice when it has a strong motor for its size, sharp stainless steel blades, and a narrow jar that keeps the ice at the blades. The BLENDi Pro+ and the BLENDi Steel are built for this, and each one has an Ice Crushing Guarantee.

How Much Power Does A Cordless Blender Need For Ice

Watt numbers for countertop blenders and cordless blenders are not the same scale. A countertop blender uses 600W or more to move a 48oz to 72oz pitcher. A cordless blender moves a single 17oz to 21oz serving, with the ice directly above the blades. For that job, 100W or more is the range to look for.

The BLENDi Pro+ has a 120W motor that turns 6 stainless steel blades at 17,000 RPM. The BLENDi Steel has a 180W motor, the strongest that BLENDi makes.

The BLENDi Blenders That Crush Ice

The BLENDi Lite (70W) is made for protein shakes, powders, and soft fruit. For ice and frozen fruit, choose the Pro+ or the Steel.

How To Get Smooth Crushed Ice

1. Put the liquid in first. The liquid makes the vortex that pulls the ice into the blades.
2. Add the soft ingredients, then put the ice on top.
3. Use standard cubes or smaller. Fill to the line and no higher.
4. Run one 20 second cycle. For a finer texture, shake the blender and run a second cycle.
5. Charge fully before a day of frozen drinks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can A Portable Blender Crush Ice Without Liquid?

Add liquid each time. The liquid moves the ice into the blades and gives a smooth result.

Which BLENDi Is Best For Frozen Drinks?

The Steel, for power and size: 180W, 21oz, and an insulated body that keeps the drink cold up to 24 hours. The Pro+ is the lighter choice at 17oz.

How Long Does It Take To Crush Ice?

One cycle is 20 seconds.