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At a strong price, Ninja Detect TB201 offers a 1,800-peak-watt motor, a large pitcher and adaptive BlendSense control.
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Full-size performance you can take seriously, minus premium-brand pricing.
By the numbers
What we found across the high-end blenders we compare, plus the checked facts behind each finding.
Only 5 of the 29 models checked meet every need here: “I want my fruit smoothies very smooth”, “Frozen drinks and slushes are what I make”, “I need crushed ice I can count on”, “My blending is for a family or group”, “I want walk-away programs I can rely on”, and “Spend less than $300”.
5 models fit, out of 29 checkedNinja Detect Power Blender Pro lists 72 oz for included-container capacity, 13% above the 64 oz median.
How we countedThe count uses each product's current fit ratings for “I want my fruit smoothies very smooth”, “Frozen drinks and slushes are what I make”, “I need crushed ice I can count on”, “My blending is for a family or group”, “I want walk-away programs I can rely on”, and “Spend less than $300”. A need with no documented match is not counted.
How we calculatedFigures use the largest container listed in the package. Its total volume can be more than the recommended fill line for liquids. The median draws on the 28 of 29 models that publish comparable figures.
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| Ninja Detect Power Blender Pro |
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| Breville the Fresh and Furious |
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| Hamilton Beach Professional Quiet Shield Blender |
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Ninja, TB201
This high-power, good-value blender reads the load and sets time and speed itself for the 72-ounce pitcher.
Top pick ifBig batches on autopilot for under $300
The personal cups that come with the TB301 are not included.
Breville, BBL620SIL, Silver
In the middle of Breville’s range, it has a 50-ounce jug, a motor housing designed with quiet in mind and clear timed programs for smoothies and ice.
Best forEasy-to-use blending for everyday drinks and sauces
Next to Vitamix and the Q, its lower power shows with fibrous greens and dense nut butter.
Hamilton Beach Professional, 58870
Four programs, a direct variable-speed dial and a removable sound shield come on this compact, high-speed 32-ounce blender.
Best forSmall batches with less noise, without paying luxury prices
A large family batch doesn’t suit the 32-ounce jar.
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