We judged the Ninja Blast Portable Blender (BC151) purely as a smoothie machine: how smooth it gets leafy greens and berry seeds, how it copes with frozen fruit and ice, how easy it is to use and clean, and whether the price is fair for what you get.
What we like
- Smooth results for a portable
- Dishwasher-safe jar and lid
- Leak-proof sip lid
Watch out for
- Jar stays attached to the base while you drink
- No wall plug included
- Small batches only
Key facts
| Typical price | $50 |
|---|---|
| Type | Portable |
| Power | Cordless (USB-C rechargeable) |
| Capacity | 18 oz |
| Tamper | No |
| Dishwasher-safe | Yes (jar and lid) |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Checked Oct 9, 2026 on the official site. Prices and terms change: confirm before you buy.
Smoothies to make first
Recipes that show off what this portable blender does best.
Berry smoothieStrawberry Banana Smoothie
335 cal 20 g protein
Tropical smoothieMango Smoothie
305 cal 17 g protein
Green · Tropical smoothieGreen Smoothie for Beginners
240 cal 6 g protein
Smoothie performance
Soft fruit, yogurt and milk blend fine, but fibrous greens and seeds leave visible bits, so stick mostly to fruit-based recipes. Go easy on ice and fully frozen fruit: add liquid first and let frozen fruit thaw for a few minutes. It isn’t built for thick smoothie bowls.
Size, cleanup and day-to-day use
It holds 18 oz, so it suits one drink on the go. Dishwasher-safe: yes (jar and lid). The quickest cleanup for any blender: fill it a third with warm water and a drop of dish soap and blend for 30 seconds right after use.
Who should buy it
Best for: fresh smoothies at the gym, office or on the road. The main trade-off: jar stays attached to the base while you drink.
Price checked October 2026, blenders go on sale often, so compare a few retailers and check the warranty (1 year) before you buy.
Our verdict
A great pick for: fresh smoothies at the gym, office or on the road. The catch: jar stays attached to the base while you drink. If that’s a deal-breaker, see the alternatives below.
Frequently asked questions
Can the Ninja Blast Portable Blender (BC151) make smoothie bowls?
It isn’t built for thick smoothie bowls.
Is the Ninja Blast Portable Blender (BC151) dishwasher safe?
Yes (jar and lid).
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Alternatives to Ninja Blast Portable Blender (BC151)
More power than the BL610 plus Auto-iQ programs that pulse and pause for you: press “smoothie” and walk away. Smoother results with greens than cheaper Ninjas.
- Type
- Full-size
- Power
- 1,400 W
- Capacity
- 72 oz
- Warranty
- 1 year
Blend, twist on a lid and go. The 900-watt motor handles frozen fruit and spinach well, and personal cups mean almost no cleanup. The go-to personal blender.
- Type
- Personal
- Power
- 900 W
- Capacity
- 32 oz cup
- Warranty
- 1 year
A huge pitcher and stacked blades that crush ice and frozen fruit easily for under $100. It’s less smooth with leafy greens and seeds than a Vitamix, but unbeatable value for fruit smoothies.
- Type
- Full-size
- Power
- 1,000 W
- Capacity
- 72 oz
- Warranty
- 1 year
Two to-go cups and a 700-watt pulse motor for about $60. Best for fruit smoothies; fibrous greens and seeds won’t be perfectly smooth.
- Type
- Personal
- Power
- 700 W
- Capacity
- Two 16 oz cups
- Warranty
- 1 year