Cuisinart CPB-380
Score: 73/100
Ninja SS151 TWISTi
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Ninja TWISTi Blender DUO is a high-speed countertop blender with a powerful 1600 W motor and innovative Twist Tamper for thick blends. Its plastic pitcher and heavier build may deter users seeking a more premium feel. Ideal for health-enthusiasts who need versatile single-serve and family-size blending in a compact kitchen.
The Cuisinart CPB-380 Hurricane Compact Juicing Blender offers a 500 W motor and a versatile accessory set in a space-saving design. Its limited power and occasional overheating make it less suitable for heavy-duty tasks. Best for individuals needing a portable, multi-function blender for smoothies, protein shakes and light chopping.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
500 W | 1,600 Wbest | |
0.95 L | 1 Lbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.95 kgbest | 3.26 kg |
120 Vbest | — | |
2 | 7best | |
3 yearsbest | 1 years | |
1 HPbest | — | |
10best | 8 |
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Controls(1) | ||
Speed Settings | 2 | 7 |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | 10 | 8 |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 500 W | 1600 W |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Capacity (L) | 0.95 L | 1.0 L |
Weight (kg) | 2.95 kg | 3.26 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 35.3×19.1×26.7 cm | 35.1×21.1×16.5 cm |
Container Material | BPA‑free Tritan | plastic |
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Professional reviewers commend the CPB-380 for its powerful 500 W motor, effective ice-crushing, and versatile accessory set, noting its compact size as ideal for personal use. However, they criticize its inconsistent blending of fibrous greens, tendency to overheat on prolonged heavy loads, and relatively loud operation, positioning it below higher-end Cuisinart models.
Everyday users love the blender's ability to quickly crush ice and make smooth protein shakes, appreciating its compact footprint, quietness, and the value added by travel cups and reusable straws. Common complaints focus on its inability to fully process hard nuts, occasional overheating with dense ingredients, limited jar size, and noticeable noise on high speed.
Professional reviewers commend the Ninja TWISTi Blender DUO for its powerful 1600 W motor, SmartTORQUE technology, and the innovative built-in Twist Tamper that prevents stalling on thick blends. The Auto-iQ preset programs are praised for delivering consistent results with minimal effort, and overall performance, especially ice crushing, is rated very good and comparable to premium competitors, though the plastic jar and lack of a metal drive system are noted as drawbacks.
Everyday users consistently highlight the blender's ability to handle thick, spoon-able textures, the convenience of one-touch presets, and the ease of cleanup thanks to dishwasher-safe parts. Common praise centers on the high power, the handy Twist Tamper, and the inclusion of portable cups, while recurring complaints involve confusion over wattage, inconsistent retailer specifications, and disappointment with the plastic pitcher.
“Excellent for smoothies/protein shakes (effortless ice crushing, purees soups)”
“Doesn't fully blend hard nuts/seeds (chunks remain)”
