Hamilton Beach Power Elite Black
Score: 75/100
Ninja SS101
Score: 75/100Rankings
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 SS101 Personal Smoothie Maker packs a 1200 W peak motor and Auto-iQ presets into a compact countertop unit, ideal for quick single-serve smoothies. Its limited bowl capacity and lack of variable speed are notable drawbacks. Best for users who want fast, convenient blending for small batches.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
700 W | 1,200 Wbest | |
1.18 Lbest | 0.41 L | |
700 Wbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.45 kgbest | 2.94 kg |
— | 3best | |
3 yearsbest | 1 years | |
120 Vbest | — | |
— | 4best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 700 W | 1200 W |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Jar Capacity (L) | 1.18 L | 0.41 L |
Weight (kg) | 0.45 kg | 2.94 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) | 37.3×21.6×22.0 cm | 27.4×17.0×17.0 |
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.
“crushes ice, fruits, veggies in seconds”
“silky smoothies”
“game-changer”
Professional reviewers praise the Ninja Professional Blender for its pro-level performance at a budget price, highlighting its powerful motor, large capacity, and efficient six-blade design that crushes ice and blends fibrous greens quickly. However, they note limitations such as only three speeds, lack of presets, a very tall profile, loud operation, and an inability to handle hot liquids or very thick purees.
Everyday users love the blender's raw power and ability to produce silky smoothies and large batches with minimal effort, often calling it a game-changer. Common praise focuses on speed, capacity, and easy cleanup, while recurring complaints center on loud noise, bulky size, sharp blades, and the plastic pitcher's tendency to scratch.
