Blenders & Prep

Blenders and prep tools speed up cooking in small kitchens. Immersion blenders, personal blenders and mini choppers do most jobs without a big countertop machine.

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Best Mini Immersion Blenders for Small Kitchens

Mini immersion blenders compared: slim 300 to 400 watt corded sticks and cordless rechargeable models for smoothies, drinks, soups and small batches.

Best Compact Blenders and Food Processors for Small Kitchens

Compare compact blenders and food processors that blend, chop, and puree without hogging counter space. See what matters in a tight kitchen.

Best Immersion Blenders for Small Kitchens

Compare immersion blenders that puree right in the pot and store in a drawer. Learn what to look for in a small kitchen before buying.

Best Personal Blenders for Small Kitchens

Discover personal blenders that make single-serve smoothies and store easily. See what features matter in a small kitchen before buying.

Best Mini Food Processors for Small Kitchens

Compare mini food processors that chop, mince, and puree in a compact bowl. Learn what to look for in a small kitchen before you buy.

Best Hand Mixers for Small Kitchens

The best compact hand mixers for small kitchens. Lightweight, space-saving mixers that whip, beat, and knead without a bulky stand mixer.

Best Mini Choppers for Small Kitchens

Compare the best mini choppers for small kitchens. Compact food choppers that dice, mince, and puree small batches in a tiny, easy-to-store footprint.

Best Compact Stand Mixers for Small Kitchens

Find compact stand mixers that knead and whip with real power in a small, light body, saving counter and cabinet space in small and tiny kitchens.

How to choose

Pick an immersion blender for soups and sauces.
Choose a personal blender if smoothies are daily.
Use a mini chopper for onions, herbs and dips.
Check blade assemblies are easy to clean.

Common questions

Immersion blender or countertop blender?

An immersion blender stores in a drawer and blends in the pot. A countertop blender handles ice and frozen fruit better.

Is a food processor worth it in a small kitchen?

A mini food processor is often enough for chopping and small batches, and takes far less space than a full-size model.