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OBERLY vs BLACK+DECKER FusionBlade Personal Blender Side-by-Side Comparison

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OBERLY Portable Blender

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BLACK+DECKER FusionBlade

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OBERLY vs BLACK+DECKER FusionBlade Personal Blender

Overall Verdict

Neither of these blenders are capable of crushing ice. However, our tests found the corded companion excels at processing high-fiber edibles and is fairly skilled at tackling tough mixtures, like frozen fruits and whole nuts. While it didn't ascend to the summit in our protein shake and smoothie showdowns, it certainly didn't falter either. Its overall textures still eclipse what the OBERLY manages to churn out.

To conclude, if it's mobility you're after, and your blending needs are basic, PopBabies could fit the bill. However, for those valuing performance and consistency, especially on a budget, the BLACK+DECKER FusionBlade is your better bet.

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Pros & Cons

  • Cordless design provides excellent mobility. 
  • Quite convenient for small batches of baby food and fresh fruit smoothies.
  • It’s very easy to charge the battery.
  • It offers consistent performance.
  • There is an extra blending jar with twist-on travel lids included.
  • The motor is more than sufficient for light-duty tasks. 
  • It has a fetching, well-finished, and simple design.
  • The 175-watt motor is too weak to ensure quick, smooth blends.
  • In exchange to its cheap price is a relatively flimsy construction. 
  • For a thorough blending process, it requires cutting the food into tiny particles. 
  • Some may find it annoying to shake the blender while it is blending.
  • It doesn't allow for hands-free operation
  • A better blade assembly could make blending more efficient.

Key Specs

Dimension
H9.2 x W3.2 inches
H14.5 x W5.5 inches
Weight
1.0 lbs (0.5 kg)
2.3 lbs (1.0 kg)
Number of speeds
1
1
Pulse/Turbo option
No
No
Dishwasher-safe wand
Yes
Yes
Accessories
Cup Filter
Two to-go lid, an extra blending cup

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$35.35
$28.47
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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
0.0
6.1

Protein Shake

0.0
7.2
BLACK+DECKER FusionBlade Protein Shake Video
A batch of protein shake prepared by the Black and Decker PB1002 blender is checked for smoothness by being drained through a stainless steel mesh strainer, with a smartphone displaying the total blending time (2 minutes) next to it.
A tiny piece of dried blueberries scooped from a mesh strainer containing protein shake produced by the Black+Decker single-serve blender by a stainless steel spoon.
Blending Time
N/A
2 mins 01 sec
Result
Failed
Smooth

Frozen Fruit Smoothie

0.0
6.0
A spoon of fruity smoothie packed with blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, and mango made by the OBERLY portable blender with a smartphone displaying the total blending time ( 1 minute and 40 seconds) next to it.
A spoon of fruity smoothie packed with blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, and mango made by the OBERLY portable blender with a smartphone displaying the total blending time ( 1 minute and 40 seconds) next to it.
To check for solid chunks, after finishing blending, the fruity smoothie made by the OBERLY personal blender is spread throughout a white paper.
BLACK+DECKER FusionBlade Frozen Fruit Smoothie Video
To check for solid chunks, after finishing blending, the fruity smoothie made by the Black+Decker Fusionblade Personal Blender is spread throughout a white paper with a smartphone displaying the total blending time (1 minute and 40 seconds) next to it.
A spoon of fruity smoothie packed with blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, and mango made by the Black+Decker Fusionblade 12-Speed Blender.
Blending Time
2 mins
1 min 40 seconds
Result
Failed
Silky Smooth
Suction

Fibrous Greens

0.0
7.0
BLACK+DECKER FusionBlade Fibrous Greens Video
A glass of water with fibrous greens pulp produced by the Black+Decker Fusionblade Single-Serve Blender.
A glass of water with fibrous green pulp produced by the Black+Decker Fusionblade Personal Blender sinking from its top to bottom.
Blending Time
20 seconds
20 seconds
Result
Failed
Coarse

Crushed Ice Cubes

0.0
0.0
BLACK+DECKER FusionBlade Crushed Ice Video
A black tray of crushed ice produced by the Black+Decker Fusionblade 12-Speed Personal Blender being on a table.
The amount of unblended ice cubes (4.76 oz) of the Black+Decker Fusionblade single-serve blender displayed on a scale’s screen.
Ice Fineness
Coarse
Chunky
Unblended Ice
100% of 6 oz
79% of 6 oz

Design

Overall Design Scoring
5.9
7.4

In the Box

The OBERLY personal blender lying on a table with a paper carton box, user guide, and warranty card by its sides.
The Black+Decker Fusionblade lying on a table with its additional accessories, including an extra blending cup with lid, a to-go lid, a paper carton box, and owner’s manuals.

Dimensions

The OBERLY standing on a table, with the length of its motor base being noted to the side as 4.2 inches, and the total length and width of the unit as 9.2 inches and 3.2 inches, respectively.
The Black+Decker Fusionblade personal blender standing on a gray table, with the length of its motor base being noted to the side as 6.8 inches, and the total length and width of the unit as 14.5 inches and 5.5 inches, respectively.
Height
9.2" (23.4 cm)
14.5" (36.8 cm)
Width
3.2" (8.1 cm)
5.5" (14.0 cm)
Weight
1.0 lbs (0.5 kg)
2.3 lbs (1.0 kg)
Length
Shaft Length

Build Quality

6.5
7.0
The motor base and blending cup of the OBERLY blender.
The motor base and blending cup of the Black+Decker Fusionblade single-serve blender lying side by side on a gray table.

Blades

5.0
6.0
The blade assembly features 6 stainless steel prongs attached to the OBERLY’s motor body.
A close-up of the blade assembly featuring 2 prongs of the Black+Decker Fusionblade personal blender.
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Type
Cross
Flat
Guard Material
Blade Count
6 blades
2 blades
Removable
No
No
Dishwasher Safe
No
Yes

Motor Base

The OBERLY motor base standing on a white table
The motor base of the Black+Decker Fusionblade personal blender standing on a white table.
The motor base of the Black+Decker Fusionblade personal blender standing on a white table.
A close-up of the motor base of the Black+Decker Fusionblade personal blender.
A close-up of the underside of the Black+Decker Fusionblade motor base.
A close-up of the power plug in the underside of the Black+Decker Fusionblade motor base.
Rated Voltage
N/A
120V
Rated Power
175 Watts
275 Watt
Working Time
90 seconds
N/A
Protection
Yes
No
Weight
0.5 oz (14 g)
1.9 lbs (0.9 kg)
Cord Length
NaN" (NaN cm)
2.3" (5.8 cm)
Extra Feature
Silicone feet
rubber feets

Blending Cup

5.0
10
A close-up of the OBERLY’s lid
A close-up of the OBERLY’s lid
A close-up of the OBERLY’s filter
Two blending cups of the Black+Decker Fusionblade personal blender standing on a table, with the width of their top and bottom being noted to the side as 4 inches and 3, respectively, and the total length of the unit as 9 inches.
Two blending cups of the Black+Decker Fusionblade personal blender standing on a table, with the width of their top and bottom being noted to the side as 4 inches and 3, respectively, and the total length of the unit as 9 inches.
The blending cup of theBlack+Decker Fusionblade personal blender standing on a table with dimension measurements written to the side (4x9x3 inches).
Material
Plastic
Plastic
Capacity
380 ml
20 oz
Weight
1.0 oz (28 g)
0.3 lb
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Yes
Measurement
No
Yes
Suitable For
Small batches
Small batches
Accessories
Lid, filter
Travel lids

Speed and Controls

Someone is measuring the noise level of the Oberly personal blender with the noise meter (65.2 dB).
Someone is measuring the noise level of the Black+Decker personal blender with the noise meter (89 dB).
Activation
Button
Button
Min Speed
N/A
N/A
Max Speed
9,802 RPM
21,386 RPM
Presets
No
No
Noise Level
65 (db)
88 dB
Digital Display
No
No
Pulse Mode
No
No

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
4.9
7.0

Hands-Free Operation

3.0
5.3

Assembly

7.5
10

Cleanability

8.0
9.0