Blenders
Vitamix 5200 Blender
$$$ Premium
Best overall blender — pulverizes anything and even makes hot soup by friction. Built to last a decade.
Blenders
Ninja Professional Plus Blender
Near-premium results for far less. Auto-iQ programs handle smoothies and frozen drinks at a button, the 72-oz pitcher feeds a family, and crushing power is genuinely strong. No hot soup, but outstanding value for everyday blending.
Best for: Families · Smoothies · Frozen drinks · Value
How it scores
Ease of use5/5
Performance4/5
Durability4/5
Easy to clean4/5
Value for money5/5
Pros & cons
- Strong crushing
- Big pitcher
- Preset programs
- Great price
- Loud
- More plastic
- Less silky on greens than Vitamix
In depth
In regular rotation (1400W, a 72 oz capacity, serving about 2-4), the Ninja Professional Plus Blender earns 4/5 for performance and 4/5 for durability in our scoring. Strong crushing is the detail that shows up most in day-to-day use. Dishwasher-safe parts keep cleanup mostly hands-off, which feeds into its 4/5 cleanup score.
This one is a strong fit for Families, Smoothies, Frozen drinks. Where it falls short: loud, and more plastic — worth weighing against its 5/5 value-for-money score before you commit.
Compared to the Vitamix 5200 Blender, the Ninja Professional Plus Blender edges it out on value for money (5/5 vs 4/5). The Vitamix 5200 Blender lists unmatched blending as a strength, while the Ninja Professional Plus Blender lists strong crushing; if the first matters more to you, the Vitamix 5200 Blender is the one to check next.
Where it sits in Blenders
Here is how the Ninja Professional Plus Blender compares with other blenders we list.
| Product | Capacity |
|---|---|
| NutriBullet Pro 900 | 32 oz cups |
| Ninja Professional Plus Blender (this page) | 72 oz |
| Blendtec Total Classic 575 | 90 oz jar (32 oz fill) |
Comparison is across the 5 blenders in the Kantan Prep catalog, not the whole market. Check current prices on Amazon.
Full specifications
| Capacity | 72 oz |
|---|---|
| Material | Tritan pitcher |
| Wattage | 1400 |
| Voltage | 120 |
| Dimensions (in) | 9.0 x 7.0 x 17.0 |
| Weight (lbs) | 7 |
| Color | Black/Silver |
| Controls | touch |
| Presets | 4 |
| Functions | Blend, Crush ice, Smoothie, Frozen |
| Dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Noise | High |
| Power | Corded electric |
| Footprint | Tall |
Common questions
Where can I check the current price of the Ninja Professional Plus Blender?
Prices on Amazon change often, so use the Check price on Amazon button to see the current price and any available options before you buy.
Who is the Ninja Professional Plus Blender best for?
Best for: Families, Smoothies, Frozen drinks, Value. If that profile doesn't fit, the NutriBullet Pro 900 covers similar ground and is worth a look.
Is the Ninja Professional Plus Blender worth it?
At a 5/5 value-for-money score in our comparison, it's one of the stronger picks in its category — the main tradeoff to weigh is loud.
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