The Brentwood JB-220PR is a lightweight, low-cost 12-speed blender in purple that covers basic blending tasks without a large investment. At $34 with 918 reviews and a 4.2-star rating, it is a reasonable choice for casual use where performance expectations are proportional to the price.
Budget-conscious buyers, college students, or anyone who needs a compact blender for basic smoothies, shakes, or light food prep without spending much.
Skip if
You blend regularly or expect the machine to last years under daily use. Budget blenders at this price point are not built for sustained heavy workloads.
Speeds 12
Jar / bowl material Plastic
Blade material Stainless Steel
Controls Manual
Color Purple
Weight 1.95 lb
Priced 87% below the category median ($259.87 across 127 tracked models)
Speeds of 12 - higher than 99% of the 134 models we track
Weight of 1.95 lb - lighter than 96% of the 134 models we track
Pros
At $34 it is one of the most affordable blenders available
12 speeds offer a range of settings for different tasks
1.95 lb weight makes it easy to move or store
918 reviews with a 4.2-star average is solid for the price tier
Stainless steel blades are practical at any price point
Cons
Wattage is not specified, making power comparison impossible
Plastic jar and lightweight build limit durability under frequent use
220V voltage means it requires an adapter or transformer for use in North America
Not suited for heavy blending tasks like frozen fruit or nut butters
Our scorecard
4.2/5overall
Owner rating4.2/5
4.2 average across 918 owner ratings
Popularity3.5/5
918 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other countertop and personal blenders, immersion blenders, food processors, and masticating, centrifugal and citrus juicers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Specifications
Speeds
12
Jar / bowl material
Plastic
Blade material
Stainless Steel
Controls
Manual
Color
Purple
Weight
1.95 lb
Voltage
220 Volts
Overview
The Brentwood JB-220PR keeps things simple: 12 speed settings, a plastic jar, stainless steel blades, and manual controls. The purple color stands out in a category dominated by black and silver options, which is either a selling point or irrelevant depending on your kitchen. At 1.95 pounds it is very light and easy to move or store.
No wattage is listed in the specs, so comparing raw power to other models is not possible. At $34, buyers should not expect the motor to be competitive with mid-range blenders. The 12 speeds suggest range on paper, but practical texture control at each increment is unlikely to be as precise as on a higher-wattage unit.
The 918-review base and 4.2-star average tell a reasonable story for a budget blender. Buyers at this price tend to compare the unit against its cost rather than against premium options, and the rating reflects that context.
Performance notes
12 speed settings with manual controls. Plastic jar and stainless steel blades. Weight is 1.95 pounds. Listed voltage is 220V, which requires an adapter for standard North American 110/120V outlets. No wattage or capacity specs are available.
What buyers say
A 4.2-star average from 918 reviews is consistent for a budget blender. Buyers at this price point generally judge value relative to cost, and the rating suggests most are satisfied given what they paid. Critical reviews tend to focus on long-term durability rather than out-of-box performance.
Can the Brentwood JB-220PR be used in the United States?
The listed voltage is 220V, which means it is not plug-and-play on standard North American 110/120V outlets. Using it in the US would require a step-up transformer. If you are buying for US home use, confirm the voltage requirement matches your outlet before purchasing.
Is a 12-speed blender at this price actually useful?
Having 12 labeled speeds does not necessarily mean 12 meaningfully different performance levels, especially in a budget motor. For basic tasks like blending a smoothie or mixing a shake, a few speed increments are all you realistically use. The range is less useful if the wattage does not back it up with actual power differences between settings.
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