Ninja Professional Plus Food Processor
Score: 78/100
Black+Decker 3-in-1 8-Cup Food Processor Black
Score: 81/100Rankings
The BLACK+DECKER Easy Assembly 8-Cup Food Processor offers a powerful 450 W motor, three speed settings and a versatile set of attachments for chopping, slicing and shredding. Its finicky safety interlock and occasional leakage are notable drawbacks, especially for wet recipes. It is best suited for small-to-medium households that need batch-size capacity without a high-end price tag.
The Ninja Professional Plus BN601 offers a powerful 850W motor, 9-cup capacity, and Auto-iQ preset programs for versatile food processing. Its larger size and lack of premium accessories may be less appealing to minimalist kitchens. Best suited for families and frequent entertainers.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
850 Wbest | 450 W | |
2.13 Lbest | 1.89 L | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.47 kg | 2.449 kgbest |
120 Vbest | — | |
3best | 3best | |
1 years | 2 yearsbest | |
6best | 3 | |
40.68 cmbest | 38.61 cm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity & Performance(1) | ||
Bowl Capacity (L) | 2.13 L | 1.89 L |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 850 W | 450 W |
General(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 1 years | 2 years |
Controls(1) | ||
Control Type | preset | Touchpad |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 6 | 3 |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 3.47 kg | 2.449 kg |
Height (cm) | 40.68 cm | 38.61 cm |
Width (cm) | 19.71 cm | 22.10 cm |
Depth (cm) | 25.09 cm | 21.59 cm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Ninja Professional Plus for its powerful 1000 W peak motor, intuitive Auto-iQ presets, and solid value at under $200, noting its straightforward design and reliable performance. However, they point out the lack of premium features and the smaller 9-cup capacity compared to larger competitors, suggesting alternatives like the Cuisinart Custom 14 for big-batch needs.
Everyday users praise the processor's strong power, sharp blades, easy-to-use presets, and dishwasher-safe parts, highlighting its suitability for family cooking. Recurring complaints focus on excessive packaging, weight specification inconsistencies, and the absence of advanced attachments, making it feel basic for more demanding cooks.
“just set and twist”
“really easy to assemble, use, and clean”
“sharp blades for fast veggie/chopping tasks”
Professional reviewers commend the BLACK+DECKER 8-Cup Food Processor for its straightforward assembly, sharp blades, and versatile attachments, noting it delivers solid performance for everyday chopping, shredding, and pureeing tasks at a budget-friendly price. They also acknowledge limitations such as a finicky safety interlock, modest speed options, and reduced capability with very tough ingredients.
Everyday users consistently praise the processor's easy "set-and-twist" setup, effective stainless-steel blades, generous 8-cup capacity, and dishwasher-safe components that simplify cleanup. Common frustrations revolve around the sensitive interlock, occasional leakage, difficulty handling hard foods, and the appliance's size making storage a challenge.
