The NutriBullet NB50550 is a 1200W personal blender with a stainless steel and plastic build that buyers consistently rate well, but the 16 oz jar means it is built strictly for single servings rather than batch blending.
Single-serve smoothies, protein shakes, and quick blends where compactness and ease of cleanup matter more than capacity.
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You need to blend more than one serving at a time, or you want a full-size jar for soups, sauces, or family batches.
Power 1200 W
Jar / bowl capacity 16.0 oz
Jar / bowl material Plastic, Stainless Steel
Blade material Stainless Steel
Controls Manual With Automated Option
Color Gunmetal Gray
Priced 33% below the category median ($259.87 across 127 tracked models)
Jar / bowl capacity of 16.0 oz - smaller than 95% of the 134 models we track
Pros
1200W motor is strong for a personal-size blender
Stainless steel blades are durable and easy to clean
4.3 stars from 249 reviews reflects consistent buyer satisfaction
Compact dimensions at 5 x 4.75 x 7.9 inches fit small kitchens and counters
Cons
16 oz jar limits you to single-serve portions only
$174.65 is on the high end for a personal blender with a small jar
No speed count listed so manual speed adjustment is unclear
Weight is not listed, making portability difficult to assess
Our scorecard
4.2/5overall
Owner rating4.3/5
4.3 average across 249 owner ratings
Popularity2.3/5
249 owner reviews, fewer 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
Power
1200 W
Jar / bowl capacity
16.0 oz
Jar / bowl material
Plastic, Stainless Steel
Blade material
Stainless Steel
Controls
Manual With Automated Option
Color
Gunmetal Gray
Dimensions
5 X 4.75 X 7.9 In
Voltage
120 Volts
Overview
['The NutriBullet NB50550 is a compact personal blender drawing 1200W from a 120V outlet. The gunmetal gray colorway gives it a more premium look than typical personal blenders, and the stainless steel blade with a plastic and stainless steel jar construction is sturdy for a machine this size.', 'The 16 oz jar is the defining constraint here. It is just right for a single-serve smoothie or shake blend-and-go cup, but it cannot accommodate batch cooking, large soups, or making drinks for more than one person at a time. The manual plus automated option controls suggest at least one preset program alongside basic on/off operation.', 'At $174.65 and 4.3 stars from 249 reviewers, the NB50550 sits in a competitive personal blender price tier. The review pool is solid enough to have confidence in the rating. Buyers who want a compact, high-power personal blender will find the specs reasonable for the ask.']
Performance notes
The 1200W motor running on 120V is more than adequate to pulverize frozen fruit, leafy greens, and ice for personal smoothies. The 16 oz jar capacity is small by design, sized for a single serving that you blend and drink directly from the cup. The stainless steel blade and mixed jar material construction are appropriate for daily personal use. Dimensions at 5 x 4.75 x 7.9 inches mean it stores easily in a cabinet.
What buyers say
249 reviews at 4.3 stars reflects a genuinely satisfied buyer base. Complaints at this average tend to be minor preferences rather than functional failures. The review count is substantial enough that the rating is reliable, not a sample-size artifact.
Can the NutriBullet NB50550 handle ice and frozen fruit?
The 1200W motor is well-suited for crushing ice and blending frozen fruit. Most personal blenders in this wattage range handle those tasks without straining. The stainless steel blade is designed for repeated use with hard ingredients, so everyday frozen smoothies are a reasonable use case.
Is $174.65 reasonable for a personal blender?
Personal blenders range from under $30 to over $200, so this price sits in the upper-mid tier. What you get is a strong 1200W motor, stainless steel blades, and a tidy gunmetal gray build. Whether that is worth it over a $60 to $100 alternative depends on how often you blend and how much you value the construction quality.
What is the jar material on the NB50550?
The jar uses a combination of plastic and stainless steel, and the blades are stainless steel. This is a common construction for personal blenders where weight and dishwasher compatibility matter. If you prefer a fully glass or Tritan jar, this model may not be the right fit.
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