Hamilton Beach Power Elite Black
Score: 75/100
Ninja BL660 Gray
Score: 70/100Rankings
The Hamilton Beach Power Elite blends with a 700 W peak motor and a generous 40-ounce glass jar, offering 12 functions and dishwasher-safe parts for versatile home use. Its actual power is lower than the advertised peak and speed control is limited, which can affect precision. Ideal for families and budget-focused cooks who need a capable, all-in-one blender.
The Ninja BL660 is a 1100 W blender with a large 72 oz pitcher and two 16 oz to-go cups, offering strong ice-crushing performance. Its drawbacks include noticeable noise, a fully plastic build that may age, and limited voltage compatibility. It suits families and active smoothie makers who need capacity and portability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
700 W | 1,100 Wbest | |
1.18 L | 2.13 Lbest | |
700 W | 1,100 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.45 kgbest | 3.447 kg |
— | 3best | |
3 yearsbest | 1 years | |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
— | 6best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Features(1) | ||
Blade Material | Stainless steel | stainless steel |
Power & Performance(2) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 700 W | 1100 W |
Peak Power (W) | 700 W | 1100 W |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Jar Capacity (L) | 1.18 L | 2.13 L |
Weight (kg) | 0.45 kg | 3.447 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) | 37.3×21.6×22.0 cm | 43.2×20.3×15.2 cm |
Jar Material | Glass | plastic |
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Professional reviewers commend the Power Elite for its strong motor, effective Wave Action system and solid build quality, delivering smooth results on fibrous foods. However, they criticize its limited speed range, slower processing of fibrous ingredients compared to higher-end models, and its somewhat bulky footprint.
Everyday users consistently highlight the blender's ample capacity, reliable power for smoothies, easy cleaning and durability, while noting its value for money. The main user-level concerns revolve around its size and limited speed control, though no major recurring complaints were reported.
“perfect for blending protein shakes... plenty of power”
Professional reviewers commend the Ninja BL660 for its robust 1100-watt motor, solid construction, and versatile accessories, noting its ability to crush ice to a snow-like consistency and handle food-processing tasks. They also appreciate the included pitcher and to-go cups, as well as the dishwasher-safe, BPA-free components, but they flag the high noise output, sharp blades, and occasional spec inconsistencies as drawbacks.
Consumers overwhelmingly praise the BL660's power, large pitcher capacity, and convenient single-serve cups, highlighting its performance in protein shakes, smoothies, and batch drinks. Recurring complaints focus on the blender's noise, the plastic build's durability over time, limited voltage compatibility, and the unit's height limiting cabinet fit.
