If you mostly want to make big batches of cold smoothies, hot soups, and maybe even frozen margaritas, a full-size blender is ...

To clear things up, we’ll go over food processors vs. blenders. Perla Berant Wilder / Shutterstock A food processor is a multi-purpose machine that can blend, chop, mince, slice and much more.

Some stick blenders have whisk and food processor attachments to get more bang for the buck. Corded vs. cordless Corded blenders can be awkward, but you won't have to remember to charge between uses.