Hamilton Beach Wave Crusher Blender
Score: 73/100
NutriBullet Countertop Blender
Score: 78/100Rankings
The NutriBullet Countertop Blender offers a 1200W motor, a 64-oz pitcher and hot-blending capability for high-volume family use. Its larger size, weight and hand-wash-only blades are trade-offs for the added power and capacity. Best for families and frequent smoothie or soup makers who need large batches and hot blending.
The Hamilton Beach Wave Crusher blends with a 700 W peak motor, Wave~Action® system and Ice Sabre® blades capable of crushing two tons of ice, housed in a 40-oz glass jar. However, the lower 385 W rated power, lack of overload protection, and a short 30-in cord can limit heavy-duty use. Suited for families needing reliable ice-crushing and large-batch smoothies.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
385 W | 1,200 Wbest | |
1.18 L | 1.9 Lbest | |
700 Wbest | — | |
6best | 3 | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.38 kg | 3.24 kgbest |
3 yearsbest | 1 years | |
5best | 3 | |
120 Vbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Controls(1) | ||
Number of Speed Settings | 6 | 3 |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 5 | 3 |
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 385 W | 1200 W |
Design & Capacity(7) | ||
Jar Capacity (L) | 1.18 L | 1.9 L |
Jar Material | Glass | plastic |
Blade Material | Stainless Steel | stainless steel |
Blade Type | Ice Sabre | extractor |
Weight (kg) | 3.38 kg | 3.24 kg |
Dimensions (HxWxD) (cm) | 37.96x24.0x17.5 cm | 43.1x20.5x19.7 cm |
Cord Length (cm) | 76.2 cm | 75 cm |
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Professional reviewers and editors were not found in the research data; product descriptions emphasize the 700 W peak power, Wave~Action® blending system, and Ice Sabre® ice‑crushing capability as key strengths.
Consumer feedback is minimal; the only available comment is a negative experience noting an 'Unfortunate Purchase' so far.
“Unfortunate Purchase so far”
Professional reviewers describe the NutriBullet Countertop Blender as a versatile, high-power kitchen workhorse that excels at both cold smoothies and hot soups, thanks to its 1200-watt motor, cyclonic blades, and vented lid, while noting its larger footprint and weight as trade-offs for the added capacity and functionality.
Everyday users consistently praise the blender's ability to crush ice and blend frozen fruits smoothly, the convenience of the portable cups, and the large pitcher for family-size batches, while occasional complaints focus on leaks, manual blade cleaning, and the unit's bulkiness in smaller kitchens.
