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Oster BLSTPB-WBL vs BLACK+DECKER FusionBlade Side-by-Side Comparison

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Oster BLSTPB-WBL vs BLACK+DECKER FusionBlade: Gauging the Goodness of Budget-Friendly Personal Blenders

Overall Verdict

These models have a lot in common. Both are average personal blenders, with standard features and plenty of practicality for day-to-day use. In our tests, they performed similarly, with the exception that the Oster BLSTPB-WBL didn’t make protein shake as well as the BLACK+DECKER FusionBlade.

Besides the reassuring performances, both also stand quite firmly while in operation, and their simplicity make them as easy to use as any basic personal blender. If only they allowed for hands-free operation so you could manage multiple tasks at once. 

In conclusion, if you're on a budget and just want to buy something basic, both the Oster BLSTPB-WBL and the BLACK+DECKER FusionBlade will not disappoint you.

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Pros & Cons

  • It is affordable but better than its competitors at blending frozen fruits.
  • The light-duty motor works consistently for basic tasks like making smoothies, protein shakes, whole-food sauces, and more. 
  • Its usability allows for an enjoyable blending experience. 
  • There is a built-in, resettable fuse, which will revive the motor in 15 minutes if it overheats.
  • 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 blending jar is somewhat difficult to clean due to its narrow design.
  • The small circumference of the jar’s opening makes adding powders and fruits quite messy. 
  • This blender is not ideal for quick fibrous meals.
  • It doesn't allow for hands-free operation
  • A better blade assembly could make blending more efficient.

Key Specs

Dimension
H14.5 x W5.5 inches
H14.5 x W5.5 inches
Weight
2.6 lbs (1.2 kg)
2.3 lbs (1.0 kg)
Number of speeds
1
1
Pulse/Turbo option
No
No
Dishwasher-safe wand
Yes
Yes
Accessories
A to-go lid
Two to-go lid, an extra blending cup

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$33.17
$28.47

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
3.9
6.1

Protein Shake

5.2
7.2
Oster BLSTPB-WBL Protein Shake Video
A batch of protein shake prepared by the Oster Myblend Single-Serve Blender is checked for smoothness by being drained through a stainless steel mesh strainer, with a smartphone displaying the total blending time (2 minutes and 50 seconds) next to it.
Using a spoon to scoop a small smattering of dried blueberry chunks from a mesh strainer containing protein shake produced the Oster Single-Serving Blender.
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
2 mins 50 secs
2 mins 01 sec
Result
Coarse
Smooth

Frozen Fruit Smoothie

6.0
6.0
Oster BLSTPB-WBL Frozen Fruit Smoothie Video
To check for solid chunks, after finishing blending, the fruity smoothie made by the Oster Myblend personal blender is spread throughout a white paper.
A spoon of fruity smoothie packed with blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, and mango made by the Oster portable blender with a smartphone displaying the total blending time ( 1 minute and 40 seconds) next to it.
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
1 min 40 seconds
1 min 40 seconds
Result
Smooth
Silky Smooth
Suction

Fibrous Greens

0.0
7.0
Oster BLSTPB-WBL Fibrous Greens Video
A glass of water with fibrous greens pulp produced by the Oster Single-Serve Blender.
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
Very Coarse
Coarse

Crushed Ice Cubes

0.0
0.0
Oster BLSTPB-WBL Crushed Ice Video
A black tray of crushed ice produced by the Oster Smoothie Maker Blender being on a table.
The amount of unblended ice cubes (3.91 oz) of the Oster Myblend single-serve blender displayed on a scale’s screen.
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
Chunky
Chunky
Unblended Ice
65% of 6 oz
79% of 6 oz

Design

Overall Design Scoring
6.6
7.4

In the Box

The Oster Myblend personal blender lying on a table with its additional accessories, including a to-go lid, user guide, and paper carton box.
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 Oster Myblend personal blender standing on a gray table, with the length of its motor base being noted to the side as 7.5 inches, and the total length and width of the unit as 14.5 inches and 5.5 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
14.5" (36.8 cm)
14.5" (36.8 cm)
Width
5.5" (14.0 cm)
5.5" (14.0 cm)
Weight
2.6 lbs (1.2 kg)
2.3 lbs (1.0 kg)
Length
Shaft Length

Build Quality

7.0
7.0
The motor base and blending cup with blade assembly attached of the Oster single-serve blender.
The motor base and blending cup of the Black+Decker Fusionblade single-serve blender lying side by side on a gray table.

Blades

7.0
6.0
A close-up of the blade assembly featuring 4 stainless steel prongs of the Oster small blender.
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
4 blades
2 blades
Removable
No
No
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Yes

Motor Base

The motor base of the Oster personal blender standing on a white table.
The motor base of the Oster personal blender standing on a white table.
A close-up of the Oster personal blender motor base.
A close-up of the underside of the Oster’s motor base.
A close-up of the power cord sporing a 2-plug in the underside of the Oster’s motor base.
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
120 V
120V
Rated Power
250 Watts
275 Watt
Working Time
N/A
N/A
Protection
Yes
No
Weight
2.2 lbs (1.0 kg)
1.9 lbs (0.9 kg)
Cord Length
2.1 ft (0.6 m)
2.3" (5.8 cm)
Extra Feature
Handle
rubber feets

Blending Cup

5.0
10
The blender cup of the Oster Myblend personal blender standing on a table with dimension measurements written to the side (4x9x3.2 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.
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
20 oz
20 oz
Weight
0.3 lbs (0.1 kg)
0.3 lb
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Yes
Measurement
No
Yes
Suitable For
Small batches
Small batches
Accessories
To-go lid
Travel lids

Speed and Controls

Someone is measuring the noise level of the Oster personal blender with the noise meter (86.1 dB).
Someone is measuring the noise level of the Black+Decker personal blender with the noise meter (89 dB).
Activation
Twist
Button
Min Speed
N/A
N/A
Max Speed
22,216 RPM
21,386 RPM
Presets
No
No
Noise Level
86 dB
88 dB
Digital Display
No
No
Pulse Mode
No
No

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
7.0
7.0

Hands-Free Operation

6.5
5.3

Assembly

7.5
10

Cleanability

8.0
9.0