Hamilton Beach Wave Crusher
Score: 81/100
NutriBullet Pro
Score: 70/100Rankings
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 NutriBullet Pro 900 W is a compact personal blender with a strong motor and dual BPA-free cups, ideal for fast nutrient-dense smoothies. Its single-speed design and heavier build limit flexibility for thicker or chunkier recipes. Best suited for health-focused individuals who prioritize speed over fine control.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
385 W | 900 Wbest | |
1.18 Lbest | 0.9 L | |
3 yearsbest | 1 years | |
700 Wbest | — | |
6best | 1 | |
0.94 HP | 1.2 HPbest | |
120 Vbest | — | |
14best | — |
Click an attribute name to sort · Green = best, red = worst (relative to this comparison)
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Power & Performance(3) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 385 W | 900 W |
Horsepower (HP) | 0.94 HP | 1.2 HP |
Voltage (V) | 120 V | 220-240 V |
Controls(1) | ||
Number of Speed Settings | 6 | 1 |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | 4 | 8 |
Design & Build(5) | ||
Jar Capacity (L) | 1.18 L | 0.9 L |
Product Weight (kg) | 3.18 kg | 2.1 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) | H×W×D: 37.6×20.1×20.3 cm | 20.1×14.0×14.0 cm |
Blade Material | stainless steel | Stainless steel |
Jar Material | glass | BPA-free plastic |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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”
Professional reviewers praise the NutriBullet Pro 900W for its high-power motor, superior handling of fibrous and tough ingredients, and convenient dual-cup system, but they consistently criticize the single-speed design and its modest bulk compared to ultra-compact rivals.
