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Blenders can be noisy due to the speed and power of the motor. Overtime, motors have increased their capabilities but there hasn’t been equivalent advances in noise reduction.
Oftentimes, I use ear protection when using blenders due to the noise level. The decibel system is the best way to measure how noisy or quiet blenders actually are. Blenders on average hit the 80+ decibel level which is considered “potentially damaging” without ear protection.
In A Rush? Best Quiet Blender Summary
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There are many reasons for wanting a quiet blender. The noise from a blender can be annoyingly loud, even damaging. I have three young kids who have sensitive ears. In addition, many people with babies or early risers want a quiet blender so as to not wake up the entire house.
Consumer Reports tested over 70 blenders and did not give a single “excellent” rating for noise in their testing. We have narrowed down a list to blenders that are specifically designed for noise dampening.
It is important to note that quiet blenders are more expensive than normal blenders. This is due to the extra cost of noise dampening or an enclosure.
What is the Quietest Blender in the World?
The quietest blender in the world is the Vitamix Quiet One Blender with a noise level of only 64 decibels. It boasts to be 80% quieter than normal blenders. Many people think the Blendtec Professional 800 Blender is the quietest because it is marketed as “the world’s quietest blender” by the manufacturer. However, it clocks in at 65 decibels, one decibel higher than the Vitamix Quiet One.
The Vitamix One Blender and the Blendtec Professional 800 Blender are the most silent blenders on the market. Both achieve this level quietness primarily through a plastic sound enclosure and advanced noise dampening design around the motor house. So what is better: The Vitamix Quiet One Blender vs Blentec Professional 800 Blender?
List of Best Quietest Blender on the Market
#1 Vita-Mix Quiet One Blender
The Vitamix Quiet One Blender is the quietest blender in the world. If money is not a barrier for you, this is by far the best quietest blender for people. It offers amazing power, speed, and features for the price. The blender can be bought between the ranges of $850 to $1,050 – not a price for the faint of heart, but it is well worth it.
Noise:
How quiet is the Vita-Mix Quiet One Blender? On the decibel system, it scores the lowest decibel of any blender in the world at 64 decibels. This means you can have a normal conversation when using this blender. It won’t wake up anyone nor damage your ears.
The blender is known as “The Quiet One,” and produces significantly less noise than your typical commercial blender. It achieves noise reduction through a vibration dampening technology and it also has a plastic sound enclosure that covers the blender container.
Power:
This powerful Vitamix Blender clocks in at speeds of 240 miles per hour with a 3 Horsepower motor. It can easily handle anything you want to blend without any problems. You will never had a smoothie consistency more smooth than this high-powered blender.
Control & Pre-Program Settings:
It amazingly versatile with 6 program buttons, 34 optimized programs, and 93 variable speeds. You could probably run the world with the Quiet One Blender! You can pretty much make exactly what you want with this blender. It is capable of making smoothies, frappes, frozen drinks, spreads, gravies, sauces, nut butters, and much more.
What We Like
- Ultra-quiet
- Power & Speed
- Versatility
- Easy to Use
- Made by Vitamix (reputable brand)
What We Don’t Like
- Expensive
- Commercial Blender
- Heavy & Bulky
Features & Specifications
- Controls: 6 program buttons, 34 programs, and 93 variable speeds
- Weight: 23.6 lbs
- Dimensions: Height: 18 inches | Width: 8.5 inches
- Container Capacity: 48 oz
- Speed: 2200 Watt | 3 Horsepower Motor | 240 MpH
- Warranty: Three-year warranty
#2 Hamilton Beach Professional 1500W Quiet Shield Blender
The Hamilton Beach Quiet Shield Blender is the best value in terms of quietness for the price. It is about $150 and the noise decibel level is only 67. Talk about a big bang for the buck.
Remember, the quietest blender in the world is 64 decibels and costs roughly $1,000. You can still have a conversation while this blender is going, albeit with a little higher background blending noise.
Noise:
It achieves quietness through a “Quiet Shield” plastic enclosure . The motor enclosure is designed to have airflow and rubber-mounted components to dampen noise.
Power:
Power is decent when compared to an everyday, normal $25-$50 blender. It peaks out at 2.0 horsepower or 1,500 watts.
Control & Pre-Programs:
It has a nice variable speed dial that gives you amazing control when blending. There is also a pulse function that can be used at anytime and at any speed level. There are 4 pre-programmed settings for convenience: smoothie, ice crush, puree, and clean. The blender will automatically stop at the end of the program.
What We Like
- Value (price & quietness balance)
- Quietness
- 5 Year Limited Warranty
- Weight (9.7 lbs)
What We Don’t Like
- Limited Power (only handles certain things)
- Not as Versatile as Vitamix
- Not even in same class as Blendtech or Vitamix
Features & Specifications
- Controls: 4 Program Settings (including one for cleaning) and Infinite Speed Control Dial
- Weight: 9.7 lbs
- Dimensions: Height: 17.2 inches | Width: 11.4 inches
- Container Capacity: 32 oz
- Speed: 1500 Watt | 2 Horsepower | 105 MpH
- Warranty: Five-year warranty
#3 Blendtec Professional 800 Blender with WildSide
The Blendtec Professional 800 Blender is dubbed as the “world’s quietest blender” and its noise level is only 65 decibels. You will easily be able to carry a conversation while using this blender. It was designed for households, yet has many capabilities and power of a commercial blender. Truly one of the best combinations in terms of countertop personal blender with the power of a commercial blender. You can expect to pay about $800 for this world-class blender.
Noise:
This blender is about 80% quieter than normal blenders on the market. It won’t be louder than a typical conversation. It uses Stealth Technology to achieve this level of quietness by through noise dampening and reduction around the motor housing as well as a plastic noise reduction enclosure to use while blending.
Power:
The Blendtec blender boasts amazing power at 3.8 horsepower equivalent to 300 MpH. This puts it as the market leader in terms of power and speed. You will be able to blender and make pretty much everything from smoothies to nut butter with ease.
Controls & Preset Programs:
Blendtec Professional 800 Blender offers six pre-programmed blend cycles for mixed drinks, batters, smoothies, whole juice, hot soups, and frozen treats. Want to make smoothies, cappuccinos, soups, bread dough, ice-cream? This blender can do it with ease and the touch of a button.
In addition, it has an 11-speed touch slider that allows you great control by sliding your finger up or down on the control panel. It also has an LCD countdown timer for great results.
Blades:
A noteworthy mention is the blade strength. The blades are 80% thicker and 10x stronger than other blender blades as noted by the manufacturer.
What We Like
- Ultra-quiet
- Light Weight
- Power & Speed
- Ease of Use
- Amazing blades
What We Don’t Like
- Expensive
- Large Capacity
- Bulky
Features & Specifications
- Controls: 11 speeds with Touch slider and 6 pre-programmed cycles
- Weight: 11.99 lbs
- Dimensions: Height: 38 inches | Width: 44 inches
- Container Capacity: 90 oz
- Speed: 2,833 Watts | 3.8 Horsepower | 300 MpH
- Warranty: 10-year warranty
#4 Hamilton Beach Power Elite Multi-Function Blender
The Hamilton Beach Power Elite Multi-Function Blender is the cheapest quietest blender on the market. You can find it on the market for roughly $30 to $50. Keep in mind, you do get what you pay for when it comes to blenders.
Noise:
It is relatively noisier than the other blenders reviewed here; however, because of the price we had to mention it here as the best quiet blender on a budget. It clocks in at 70 decibels. While you won’t be able to enjoy a normal conversation while it is blending, you likely won’t need ear protection.
Power:
Power rating is about 0.93 horsepower and 700 watts. Compared to the other blenders reviewed, it is significantly less powerful and you will not be able to blend as many things.
Control and Preset Programs:
It offers 12 blending functions that will allow you to find the right setting whether it is a milkshake or frozen daiquiri. This blender has only 5 simple buttons on the easy to read control panel.
What We Like
- Budget Price
- Light Weight
What We Don’t Like
- Limited Power
- Limited Functionality
- Noise Level
Features & Specifications
- Controls: 12 blending functions
- Weight: 5.62 lbs
- Dimensions: Height: 15 inches | Width: 9.5 inches
- Container Capacity: 40 oz
- Speed: 700 Watts | 0.93 Horsepower
- Warranty: Three-year warranty
#5 Vitamix Explorian Blender
The Vitamix Explorian Blender is the best value when it comes to quietness, price, and power. You will be hard pressed to beat this blender with a noise level of only 69 decibels, 2 horsepower motor, and price of $270. Not to mention that Vitamix is one of the most trusted blender brands out there.
Noise:
This blender is a bit noisier than others mentioned here (69 decibels versus 64-67 decibels), but still significantly quieter than normal blenders (72-80 decibels). You’ll still be able to have a loud conversation with someone and not damage your ears.
Power:
The Explorian Blender offers a great deal of power with its 2.0 horsepower motor and 1,380 watts. You’ll be able to blend almost anything you want with ease.
Control & Preset Programs:
It has a 10 variable speed control that allows you to refine every texture with culinary precision, from the smoothest purées to the heartiest soups. The blender also boasts an easy-to-use pulse feature for making heartier recipes like chunky salsa or thick soups.
What We Like
- Value Price
- Quietness
- Versatility
What We Don’t Like
- Bulky
Features & Specifications
- Controls: 10 speed variable control, self cleaning, & pulse button
- Weight: 10.5 lbs
- Dimensions: Height: 18 inches | Width: 11 inches
- Container Capacity: 64 oz
- Speed: 1380 Watts | 2.0 Horsepower
- Warranty: Three-year warranty
Quiet Blenders FAQ
What to look for in a quiet blender?
The decibel level is the measure of how quiet or noisy a blender is. Make sure to look for a balance of power, speed, quietness, and price. If you are looking for a quiet but powerful blender, you’ll be spending more for blenders designed for noise dampening and enclosures.
How to make my blender quieter and less noisy?
Here are 7 simple ways to make your blender quieter and make it less noisy:
- Move your blender away from walls
- Place a towel or silicon mat under it
- Wrap a towel around it
- Find a plastic enclosure
- Purchase a high-end quiet blender
- Get a less powerful blender
- Find some ear protection
Why are blenders so noisy?
Blenders are noisy because the power of the motor and the blade blending or grinding whatever item or substance that is in the blender. The combination of the motor, the speed of the blade spinning, and what it is blending causes a blender to be noisy.
- More power means more noise. Simple as that. A jet is loud and more powerful than a blender.
- Cheaper the blender the louder the blender usually is because of cheap components
- The harder the item is your blending, the louder it will sound
How loud are blenders?
Blenders noise or sound level is between 72 decibels and 87 decibels. There are quiet blenders that range from 64 decibels to 70 decibels but will cost you more money or have lower power.
How loud is the Ninja Professional Blender?
Most Professional Ninja Blenders are between 69 – 80 decibels which is the equivalent range of a loud conversation to a vacuum machine. The quietest Ninja Professional Blender is 69 decibels. Most Professional Ninja Blenders are
They are quite loud when compared the the quietest blenders mentioned above. If you are looking for a quiet blender, there are better brands.
Whats the difference between a normal blender and a quiet blender?
There are two primary ways that manufacturers use to make blenders quieter and reduce noise.
The first is by dampening the sound from the motor housing and the second is by containing the noise with a plastic enclosure over the blender. Sometimes a combination of both methods are used.
Finding a quiet, high-powered blender can be difficult; however, the quiet models are designed similarly to commercial blenders you would find in restaurants in which noise reduction is often required for customers.
How do I choose a quiet blender?
It is all about the tradeoffs you are willing to make between price, power, and quietness.
The first thing you want to determine is your budget. Next is figure out the best and quietest blenders within your price range. Lastly is make tradeoffs between the various prices and power levels.
If you have specific blending needs like making nut butter in blender, you will need a more powerful blender than if you were just making smoothies.
Don’t forget to research how loud your blender will be in decibels and compare against the blenders you are considering. Decibels will tell you how loud a blender is.
That’s how you pick the quietest blender.
There are other features to consider when looking at purchasing a blender like the blade quality. A strong, thick stainless steal blade will be better than a normal blender.
Another feature is self-cleaning function. This will make it a lot easier to clean your blender once you are done blending. Cleaning blenders can be cumbersome.
The Quietest Blending Experience You Will Ever Have
Many people live in apartments or condos or living with other people. A silent, quiet blender will give you peace of mind.
These quiet blenders are designed specifically for noise reduction and dampening sound coming from the blender.
We’ll leave you to it. Go on, go out a get a quiet blender, we’ll still be here.
James Foust
James is a qualified chef and nutrition specialist with a desire to help everyday people make easy changes in their life for the better. His years of experience working with blenders of all shapes and sizes can be used to your advantage to make restaurant quality meals that are good for you, without putting in a lot of effort