Hamilton Beach Wave Crusher
Score: 81/100
Ninja Nutri Pro
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Hamilton Beach Wave Crusher is a 40-oz glass-jar blender with a powerful 700 W peak motor and 14 preset functions, excelling at ice crushing and easy cleanup. Its lower continuous power and occasional reliability issues limit heavy-duty use. Ideal for budget-conscious families needing everyday smoothies and frozen drinks.
The Ninja Nutri-Blender Pro BN401 is a compact personal blender with a powerful 1100 W motor and Auto-iQ presets, perfect for health-focused users who need on-the-go smoothies. Its larger base, noticeable noise and occasional cup-leak issues are trade-offs for the power it delivers. Ideal for individuals or small households prioritizing performance over ultra-compact size.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
385 W | 1,000 Wbest | |
1.18 Lbest | 0.71 L | |
3 yearsbest | 1 years | |
700 W | 1,100 Wbest | |
6best | 4 | |
0.94 HPbest | — | |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
14best | 2 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Power & Performance(2) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 385 W | 1000 W |
Peak Power (W) | 700 W | 1100 W |
Controls(2) | ||
Number of Speed Settings | 6 | 4 |
Preset Programs | 14 | 2 |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | 4 | 2 |
Design & Build(5) | ||
Jar Capacity (L) | 1.18 L | 0.71 L |
Product Weight (kg) | 3.18 kg | 2.85 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) | H×W×D: 37.6×20.1×20.3 cm | 36.2×17.6×16.1 cm |
Blade Material | stainless steel | Stainless Steel |
Jar Material | glass | Plastic |
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Professional reviewers commend the Wave~Action system for delivering consistent, stir-free blending and note the Ice Sabre blades' impressive ice-crushing capability, tested on two tons of ice. They also appreciate the dishwasher-safe parts and three-year warranty, though they caution that the 385 W continuous power and lack of overload protection may limit performance on heavy loads, and some units have been reported to fail early.
Everyday users generally love the smooth results, strong ice-crushing, and easy cleanup, especially valuing the durable glass jar for family batches. However, a recurring theme of early failure and occasional inconsistent performance on tougher jobs tempers the overall enthusiasm.
“doesn't work”
“unfortunate purchase”
“Blends smoothies and crushes ice effortlessly (4.7/5 from 1,100 Walmart reviews); convenient to-go cups and easy cleanup.”
Select Hamilton Beach if you value a glass jar and patented ice-crushing blades; select Ninja for more presets and higher wattage.
Professional reviewers commend the Ninja Nutri-Blender Pro for its 1100-watt motor that pulverizes ice and extracts nutrients without stalling, calling it a game-changer for smoothie enthusiasts. They highlight the Auto-iQ programs for consistent results, the sturdy build and leak-proof cup design, while noting that the large motor base sacrifices some portability and countertop space.
Everyday users rave about the blender's ability to crush ice and blend smoothies effortlessly, appreciating the convenient to-go cups and easy dishwasher cleanup. Common complaints focus on its bulkier footprint, noticeable noise at high speeds, and occasional minor leaks if the cups aren't sealed tightly.
