NutriBullet Countertop Blender
Score: 84/100
Ninja BN301
Score: 70/100Rankings
The NutriBullet Countertop Blender is a high-power 1200 W appliance with a 64-oz plastic pitcher, three speeds, and pulse, excelling at large-batch smoothies and hot soups. Its bulkier size and plastic jar trade off some durability and countertop space. Ideal for families and meal-preppers who need high capacity and versatile speed control.
The Ninja BN301 Nutri-Blender Plus is a compact personal blender featuring a 900-peak-watt motor and three 20-oz to-go cups, delivering strong ice-crushing performance. Its single-speed, press-to-blend operation and limited 20-oz capacity restrict batch size and convenience. Ideal for solo users seeking portable smoothies.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,200 Wbest | 700 W | |
1.89 Lbest | 0.591 L | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
1,200 Wbest | 900 W | |
3best | 3best | |
1.61 HPbest | 0.94 HP | |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.24 kg | 2.423 kgbest |
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Power & Performance(3) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 1200 W | 700 W |
Peak Power (W) | 1200 W | 900 W |
Horsepower (HP) | 1.61 HP | 0.94 HP |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | 4 | 7 |
Design & Build(4) | ||
Jar Capacity (L) | 1.89 L | 0.591 L |
Product Weight (kg) | 3.24 kg | 2.423 kg |
Dimensions (H×W×D) | H×W×D: 43.1×20.5×19.7 cm | 35.0×12.5×13.6 |
Blade Material | stainless steel | Stainless steel |
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Professional reviewers describe the NutriBullet Countertop Blender as a versatile, high‑power kitchen workhorse that excels at both cold smoothies and hot soups, thanks to its 1200‑watt motor, cyclonic blades, and vented lid, while noting its larger footprint and weight as trade‑offs for the added capacity and functionality.
Everyday users consistently praise the blender’s ability to crush ice and blend frozen fruits smoothly, the convenience of the portable cups, and the large pitcher for family‑size batches, while occasional complaints focus on leaks, manual blade cleaning, and the unit’s bulkiness in smaller kitchens.
Professional reviewers commend the BN301 for its strong ice-crushing and ability to blend fibrous ingredients into smooth textures while maintaining a reasonable noise level. However, they criticize its single-speed, press-to-blend operation, limited 20 oz capacity, and motor performance that falls short of true professional-grade expectations.
Everyday users love the smooth, creamy results and the convenience of the three portable cups that fit car holders, noting easy cleanup thanks to dishwasher-safe, BPA-free parts. Recurring complaints focus on durability concerns, the need to keep the unit plugged in, and occasional blending inconsistency requiring extra pressing.
