Magic Bullet MBR-1101 Personal Blender vs Magic Bullet Essential Personal Blender

Both are 250W Magic Bullet personal blenders, so the real split is control and track record. The MBR-1101 gives you six speed presets and a larger 13-piece kit, and its 4.6 rating from more than 2,300 owners is strong. The Essential is a simpler one-speed, 9-piece set with a lower 3.6 rating from 680 owners. Buy the MBR-1101 unless you only want the basics and a to-go lid.

• Choose the Magic Bullet MBR-1101 if you want speed presets, a bigger accessory set and the better-reviewed machine for smoothies, chopping and grinding.
• Choose the Magic Bullet Essential if you want the simplest one-button blender with handled to-go cups and a flip-top lid for drinks on the move.