Hamilton Beach Wave Crusher Blender
Score: 73/100
Oster Pro 1200
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Oster Pro 1200 Blender Plus offers a powerful 1200 W motor, dual-direction 6-point blade and a convenient 24 oz Blend-N-Go cup, making it strong and versatile for smoothies and ice crushing. Its high noise level and limited control features are notable drawbacks. Ideal for budget-friendly users needing portability and strong performance.
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 | 1.42 Lbest | |
700 W | 900 Wbest | |
6 | 7best | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 97.1 dBbest |
| ↓ lower better | 3.38 kg | 3.175 kgbest |
— | 18,000 rpmbest | |
3 years | 10 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Controls(1) | ||
Number of Speed Settings | 6 | 7 |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 10 years |
Power & Performance(2) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 385 W | 1200 W |
Peak Power (W) | 700 W | 900 W |
Design & Capacity(6) | ||
Jar Capacity (L) | 1.18 L | 1.42 L |
Jar Material | Glass | Tritan/Glass |
Blade Material | Stainless Steel | Stainless steel |
Blade Type | Ice Sabre | 6‑point dual‑direction |
Weight (kg) | 3.38 kg | 3.175 kg |
Dimensions (HxWxD) (cm) | 37.96x24.0x17.5 cm | 36.8 x 18.4 x 20.3 cm 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”
“Extremely loud during runs”
“Easy setup, strong blending for daily smoothies/ice (pulse excels)”
Professional reviewers acknowledge the Oster Pro 1200's strong motor and versatile presets as solid value for its price, but they consistently note its high noise output and limited control features as drawbacks compared to rivals like Ninja.
Everyday users praise the blender's powerful performance, easy setup, and the convenience of the portable smoothie cup, but they frequently cite the loud noise, occasional jar jams with fibrous foods, and basic control layout as pain points. The general sentiment is positive for casual home use, tempered by wishes for quieter operation and more advanced features.
