Black+Decker Crush Master Blender
Score: 75/100
Ninja BN701
Score: 76/100Rankings
The Ninja BN701 Professional Plus offers a 1400-peak-W motor, Total Crushing 6-blade system and Auto-iQ presets in a 72-oz pitcher, excelling at ice-crushing and batch smoothies. Its loud noise, heavy build, and lack of single-serve accessories may deter some buyers. Perfect for households needing high-capacity, powerful blending with convenient cleaning.
The BLACK+DECKER Crush Master 10-Speed Blender delivers a compact design, 10 speed options and a pulse function at an affordable price, making it suitable for everyday smoothies and salsas. Its plastic jar and high noise output limit durability and comfort during heavy use. Best for budget-conscious beginners who need a space-saving blender for light tasks.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
550 W | 1,200 Wbest | |
1.45 L | 2.13 Lbest | |
— | 1,400 Wbest | |
10best | 4 | |
| ↓ lower better | 102.5 dBbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 1.13 kgbest | 3.67 kg |
18,373 rpmbest | — | |
2 yearsbest | 1 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Controls(1) | ||
Number of Speed Settings | 10 | 4 |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 2 years | 1 years |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 5 | 6 |
Power & Performance(2) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 550 W | 1200 W |
Power Source | corded | electric |
Design & Capacity(6) | ||
Jar Capacity (L) | 1.45 L | 2.13 L |
Jar Material | plastic/glass | BPA-free plastic |
Blade Type | 4-point cross | total crushing |
Weight (kg) | 1.13 kg | 3.67 kg |
Dimensions (HxWxD) (cm) | 12.9x10.8x7.8 in cm | 44.5x22.9x17.2 cm |
Cord Length (cm) | 122 cm | 76.2 cm |
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Professional reviewers commend the Crush Master for its compact size, easy-clean design, and effective vortex created by the multi-level blades, making it a solid entry-level option. However, they criticize the limited blade robustness, high noise output, and the motor's tendency to move on the countertop, noting the lack of advanced controls as a drawback for more demanding users.
Everyday users appreciate the blender's affordability, straightforward push-button operation, and dishwasher-safe components, rating it highly for everyday smoothies and salsas. Recurring complaints focus on loud operation, occasional jar leaks, and insufficient power for heavy ice or frozen blends, with many noting the unit can shift during vigorous use.
Professional reviewers commend the BN701 for its 1400-peak-watt motor, Total Crushing blades and Auto-iQ presets, noting it outperforms the older BL610 and delivers reliable ice-crushing power for family-size batches, while pointing out the high noise level and lack of single-serve accessories.
Everyday users praise the blender's ability to quickly pulverize frozen fruits and ice, the convenience of one-touch Auto-iQ programs, and the ease of cleaning thanks to dishwasher-safe parts. The most frequent complaints revolve around loud operation, the unit's heft, and the missing personal jars for individual servings.
