Nutribullet 600 Series: Two-Minute Review
The Nutribullet 600 series is a simple, affordable and effective model from the brand that makes many of the best blenders on the market. It offers one blending speed and a twist mechanism that works well, although some may prefer a good old-fashioned knob instead.
When testing it, I found that it easily chopped frozen berries, fibrous fruits, and nuts, although it wasn’t powerful enough to crush ice. If that’s important to you, go for the 900 series (read our Nutribullet 900 review), which is identical except for the more powerful motor (900W versus 600W for the 600 series), and is therefore more expensive.
It’s not ideal for chunkier mixtures, as the single, high speeds mean that the lower ingredients are instantly pulverised into a paste, while the upper ones never reach the blades. I managed to make a (fairly wet) hummus with it, giving it a little shake in between, but it was pretty useless for pesto. (Actually, blenders are designed for making liquids – if you want to make salsas, pestos and the like, you’re better off using one of the best food processors.)
The build quality is solid, as I’ve come to expect from Nutribullet. And since it’s a well-known brand that specializes in blenders, you benefit from a wide range of compatible accessories – cups in different sizes and different lid options. Some of these are included with certain configurations of the 600, but if not, you can also buy them if you need them.
This budget model is stripped down in terms of functions and features, but it does the essential tasks (blending, even tough ingredients) really well. If you just want something reliable and effective for your morning smoothie, it’s a great choice. Read on to read my full Nutribullet 600 Series review.
Nutribullet 600 Series review: price and availability
- List price: $69.99 / £59.99 / AU$99.95
- Available: USA / UK / Australia
- Lower middle of the Nutribullet range and overall budget price range
In terms of price, the 600 is in the lower middle range of the Nutribullet series and overall in the budget price segment. For the price, I think it offers excellent value for money. It is simple in design and function, but fulfills the essential functions well.
There is only one option in the US. It comes with a blender cup and a separate take-away cup with a lid and handle and has a list price of $69.99.
In the UK you can choose the ‘starter kit’ version with just the blender jar which costs £59.99. Alternatively the 600 series comes with an extra take away jar and costs £69.99. I would actually recommend this second version because it’s super handy to have a lid and not have to transfer the smoothie into a separate jar.
In Australia, the version with the mug is called the Essentials Set and costs AU$109.95, while the version without the mug costs AU$99.95. The take-away mug on this version is slightly different to the UK and US versions.
The main difference between the different Nutribullets is the wattage – which roughly translates to “how powerful is it?” The 600 series has a power output of 600W. The Magic Bullet To Go is cheaper ($58.95 / £34.99 / AU$59.95) but only has a power output of 200W, meaning it’s only suitable for very basic blending tasks.
The next version up is the 900, which has 900W of power and a list price of $109.99 / £89.99 / AU$99.95 (read our Nutribullet 900 review to find out more). See the comparison table in this review for a basic overview of how the different models compare.
Small home appliances are often discounted around big shopping events like the Black Friday sale or Amazon Prime Day deals, so this can be a good time to shop if it suits your timing.
- Value for money: 4 out of 5
Technical data of the Nutribullet 600 series
| List price: | $99.95 (on sale for $89.95) |
| Jug capacity: | Not specified (various cups available) |
| Perfomance: | 600W |
| Speed settings: | 1 |
| Preferences: | None |
| Material jug: | BPA-free Tritan material |
| Dishwasher safe: | Cup – yes (top compartment), blades – no |
Nutribullet 600 Series Review: Design
- Turn to mix, no presets or pulse option
- To-go cups/lids included in some packages or available separately
- The BPA-free cup is dishwasher safe, but the blade is not.
The Nutribullet 600 series has the classic Nutribullet design. The motor that powers everything is built into the base, while the juicing blade that does all the hard work comes in a separate unit that screws onto the blender jar. The jar and blade then screw onto the base, which, while heavy (so it doesn’t wobble across your countertop while blending), is intelligently designed.
Instead of having buttons, this twist mechanism starts and stops the blending process. It’s straightforward and works well, but some people may find it easier to use a button. If you’re looking for presets or different blending speeds, you’ll need to look elsewhere – this is just an on/off situation.
The Nutribullet brand offers blender cups in a variety of sizes, as well as handles, lids, drink rings (to cover the threads for more convenient drinking), and drink lids that can be used with the Nutribullet line of blenders. Some 600 series packages come with to-go accessories, but if your package doesn’t, you can purchase them separately to increase the versatility of your blender.
cleaning
As for cleaning, the cups can be cleaned in the top rack of the dishwasher, but the blade is not dishwasher safe. Nutribullet recommends rinsing it under warm water to clean, but I believe this blender is more difficult to clean. The mixture collects on the edge of the blade section and, when the cup is removed, runs into the threads of the screw, which are very difficult to clean properly. Food also gets stuck in the gaps between the wide, flat blades.
Even if you rinse the blender immediately after blending (or, what I find most effective, pour water into the jar, screw on the blade and shake vigorously), there’s often some residue left in the nooks and crannies. And if you let food particles dry on the blade… forget it.
- Design rating: 3.5 out of 5
Nutribullet 600 Series Review: Performance
- Effectively blends frozen berries to a smooth consistency
- With drier mixtures, the paste often remains at the bottom and the unmixed mixture remains on top.
- Not powerful enough to produce crushed ice
I tested the Nutribullet 600 by making a smoothie and some hummus. Let’s start with the smoothie. I added a slice of frozen spinach, frozen blueberries and frozen bananas, and almond milk. It chopped the fruit well, but it had trouble with the frozen spinach. This doesn’t surprise me, because it was a fairly large and solid piece. After melting a bit, it chopped the spinach well. From this I conclude that it is powerful enough to make crushed ice.
It worked well for the hummus but required just the right amount of liquid. Too little liquid and it mixed the ingredients next to the blade to effectively, leaving a paste at the bottom and never reaching the ingredients at the top. I had the same problem with pesto. I tend to reach for a food processor (or even just a mini chopper) when I need to make a chunky mixture, and honestly, that’s the tool designed for the job.
Look further
I would say that since this model is powerful enough to blend frozen berries to a smooth consistency, it is more than adequate for most people’s needs. If you regularly need to process larger pieces of hard ingredients, consider one of the higher wattage models. Smaller, handheld models often don’t have the power to handle hard stuff (although I haven’t tested the Nutribullet To-Go Blender yet, I suspect it doesn’t have enough blending power for frozen berries).
There’s only one blending speed here, but it’s fine for most blending tasks. You can also easily “pulse” by quickly turning the jar, although some people may prefer buttons and presets.
Like all the blenders I’ve tested, it’s loud, although it doesn’t feel excessive and the volume isn’t particularly deafening. If you’re very sensitive to noise, the more expensive Ultra is quieter and operates at a more pleasant pitch, relatively speaking (read TechRadar’s Nutribullet Ultra review to learn more about this model).
- Performance rating: 4 out of 5
Nutribullet 600 review: comparison table
Are you excited about the Nutribullet brand but don’t know which model is right for your needs? Here is a brief overview of the differences between the models…
| Header cell – column 0 | Performance | Modes | control | Ticket Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nutribullet Ultra | 1200W | 30-second cycle or pulse | Touch screen | $149.99 / £149.99 / AU$189.95 |
| Nutribullet Pro / 900 series | 900W | On off | Turn to mix | $109.99 / £89.99 / AU$99.95 |
| Nutribullet 600 series (review) | 600W | On off | Turn to mix | $69.99 / £59.99 / AU$99.95 |
| Magic ball to take away | 200W | On off | Turn to mix | $59.95 / AU$99.95 |
Should you buy the Nutribullet 600 series?
| attribute | Remarks | reviews |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Affordable price range and good price for its power, build quality and performance. | 4/5 |
| design | Simple, with only one speed and no pulse. The cup system works well but can be difficult to clean. | 3.5/5 |
| Performance | Great for smooth liquid blends, including difficult/tough ingredients. Not so good for chunkier blends. | 4/5 |
Buy it if…
Don’t buy it if…
This is how I tested the Nutribullet 600 series
- Made a smoothie, hummus and pesto and tried crushing ice
- Rated how easy it was to clean
- Performance comparison with other mixers and choppers
To test the Nutribullet 600 Series, I used it to make hummus, a smoothie, and pesto, and also to see if it could crush ice. I noted the consistency of the results and whether they needed to be shaken while blending. I also rated the build quality, how easy the blender was to use, and whether it was too loud or obnoxiously loud. I hand-washed the cups and blade after each test to see how easy they were to clean. I compared my results to other blenders and chopper I’ve used.
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First reviewed in June 2024
