# Portable Smoothie-Mixing Blenders The 'HANDYBLEND' Portable Micro Blender Mixes Drinks Anywhere By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-08-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micro-blender References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/portable-everyday-microblender/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1449450840/handyblend-the-everyday-portable-microblender) The 'HANDYBLEND' Portable Micro Blender is designed with athletes in mind in order to let them mix up the perfect smoothie or protein shake at the gym or anywhere else they desire. The blender incorporates a compact design that is powered by a strong motor that works to spin the [stainless steel stirring wing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ascent-x5) at high speeds. This makes the blender capable of mixing up shakes, smoothies and much more made from a variety of different ingredients other than just mixes and powders. The 'HANDYBLEND' Portable Micro Blender enables users to mix and drink their beverage from the same container, which helps increase overall efficiency when out of the house. The unit also features a [rechargeable battery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nutribullet-smartsense-1400-watts-blender) that will provide up to two days worth of power per charge. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Portable Blenders:** The trend of compact, battery-powered blenders creates opportunities for on-the-go beverage making and reduces the need for bulky, stationary blenders. - **Athletic Convenience:** The trend of portable, powerful blenders designed for athletes highlights opportunities to innovate on-the-go nutrition products and accessories. - **Multi-purpose Blending:** The trend of blenders that are versatile and can mix a variety of different ingredients allows for disruptive innovation in the ready-to-drink and convenience food industry. ### Where This Applies - **Fitness & Nutrition:** The fitness and nutrition industry can expand their product offerings to include more innovative and portable options for athletes seeking on-the-go nutrition and supplement mixing. - **Travel & Hospitality:** The travel and hospitality industry can incorporate portable blending devices to provide guests with a more convenient and personalized experience when it comes to preparing fresh, healthy drinks and snacks. - **Food & Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the trend of portable, multi-purpose blenders to create new and unique products that cater to the growing demand for on-the-go convenience and healthy eating options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Portable Powder Blenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dual-speed-hand-blender.md) - [Stylish Portable Blenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-blender.md) - [On-the-Go Cordless Blenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cordless-blenders.md) - [High-Power Portable Blenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blendjet-2.md) - [Portable Water Infusion Blenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-bullet-portable-blender.md) - [Motorless Magnetic Blenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/millo-air.md) - [Chromatic Portable Blenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nutribullet-flex.md) - [Ultra-Compact Blender Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cruz-blendercap.md) - [Functional Tumbler Blenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninja-blendboss.md)