Sleek but powerful, this blender will crush whole ice cubes, veggies and fruits into smoothies and more. It's packing a powerful 1400-watt motor which whirls the blade a whopping 250 miles-per-hour. The large eight-cup capacity makes it perfect for families, but still low enough to sit nicely on the counter. Comes with two recipe books and a seven-year limited warranty. 

Where to buy: $280, oster.ca