Hamilton Beach Wave Crusher
Score: 71/100
Ninja BL660 Gray
Score: 70/100Rankings
The Hamilton Beach Wave Crusher Blender features a 40-oz glass jar, Wave~Action blending system and Ice Sabre® blades, delivering strong ice-crushing and smooth results for family-size smoothies. Its modest rated power, lack of overload protection, and short cord limit durability for heavy use. Ideal for home users who want a versatile, glass-jar blender for everyday smoothies and frozen drinks.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
385 W | 1,100 Wbest | |
1.18 L | 2.13 Lbest | |
700 W | 1,100 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.384 kgbest | 3.447 kg |
6best | 3 | |
3 yearsbest | 1 years | |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
1 | 6best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Controls(1) | ||
Number of Speed Settings | 6 | 3 |
Features(1) | ||
Blade Material | Stainless Steel | stainless steel |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | 1 | 6 |
Power & Performance(2) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 385 W | 1100 W |
Peak Power (W) | 700 W | 1100 W |
Build & Design(5) | ||
Jar Capacity (L) | 1.18 L | 2.13 L |
Weight (kg) | 3.384 kg | 3.447 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) | 38.0×24.0×17.5 cm | 43.2×20.3×15.2 cm |
Jar Material | Glass (BPA-free) | plastic |
Cord Length (cm) | 76.2 cm | 27 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', while the product's claimed features suggest users would appreciate easy cleanup and ice-crushing performance.
“Unfortunate Purchase so far”
“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.
