I did my research before purchasing, consumer reports, independent cooking websites, etc. and I paid attention to the models, as well as the brands. While there are some brands that rated slightly higher, the rating differences were nominal and the price differences significant. When I compared the performance and the features, this was the best alternative. And I’m not disappointed! I’ve used the blender to crush ice, as well as the food processor to chop and mix dough. The purchase was a “needs must” and I wish I could have waited for a sale, but I am very happy with my purchase and recommend, not only the brand, but this specific model of Ninja. I am looking to find it on sale for future purchases for my adult children.

The Ninja Pro Plus blender is lightweight yet seemingly heavy duty, and the add-on features make it a great value from a trusted brand. The ability to make just a smoothy in the clear, heavy-duty tumblers - that store easily in the fridge - is a bonus. I use it nearly every day from crushing ice, blending smoothies, to pureeing lots of different foods - with ease. The only drawback so far is that the unit is quite loud, but it gets the job done quickly.

I love this blender/food processor. Plenty of power with many options. I’ve used the blender to make smoothies and the food processor to make pie dough. Both were quick and easy. I bought an extra one for my Florida home and another as a gift. I’d highly recommend this product.

Manufacturers try hard to create attractive, feature filled products. The blender kit seems promising with the word “Professional” in its description. Good: The 5 programmed modes, start a process, walk away to accomplish other tasks then return. Good supply of accessories such as the food processor parts, increasing functionally. For the most part mixed and blended well enough. Not so Good: A phantom power device, unacceptable for anything not being used. Blender has no power switch. Remember, each watt of continuous standby consumes about 9 kWh of electricity per year. Intricate plastic is impossible to property clean and disinfect. The Motor Base (as described doesn't mention that it requires hearing protection when operating. This WILL damage hearing). Mainly attributed to a cheap brushed motor with overheating windings. The supply voltage and current are fine, its the motor itself. 72-oz pitcher (Became dull then cracked when trying to chop ice cubes). 32-oz. Single-Serve Cup (Cracked when chopping ice with fruit for a simple smoothie). Pro Extractor Blades Assembly (Works very well but the base is plastic). 8-Cup Precision Processor Bowl (Is plastic). Stacked Blade Assembly (Is plastic with molded in Stainless Steel Blades) Chopping Blade Assembly (Is plastic with molded in Stainless Steel Blades) Dough Blade Assembly (This is unbelievable its all plastic) 30-Recipe Inspiration Guide (the best thing about it) Really wanted this to work. My main gripe, everything is plastic. The containers dull quickly looks bad and worse all that plastic removed is now in the food. How can anyone be comfortable with that! The word “professional” needs removal. A professional will be forced to file bankruptcy. All that is needed an quality induction motor with ON OFF switch, Heavy Glass or Stainless Steel mixing containers with full stainless steel blades. No one needs to look inside while a blender, blends. After one week of home use, was unusable. Sadly, it needed to go.

The design of the chopping blade on the food processor is not SAFE if you use it to grind the meat, the ground meat would stick around the blades, and make it hard to take the blades off to get the meat out. You will have to pull it out hard, and might cut your fingers on the sharp blades. The motor is powerful though. That's why I gave it 3 stars. Had to return mine because of the unsafe features of the blades.

This is absolutely amazing! We have used it to chop nuts for pies and cookies, blend cottage cheese to be smooth, mix bread dough, cookie dough, chop eggs for dressing and egg salad. The control this thing has is WONDERFUL! I just got it the week of Thanksgiving and we have used it everyday since! Since being diagnosed with arthritis in my hands, this has been a limb saver!

I bought this to replace a broken blend tec blender. This is awesome! With all of the attachments it is very versatile for all of your blending and chopping needs ! I love the cup attachment ! It really does a great job making smoothies! The bowl attachment works great for chopping. I made an excellent salsa. I highly recommend this set!

The best blender we have ever had, it does the job perfectly and so easily too, specially if you make for example your morning smoothies it does it automatically for you when you push the right button. This one is the whole kit and we have been using it all for example the food processor for making salsas, chop things finely and the small ones for smoothies and shakes. The only negative comments i have is that it is definitely bigger than most blenders but if you have the space for it in your kitchen you won’t mind, and second, it’s a little loud but no blender is quiet either way. 5 stars for sure on this one.

Great blender/food processor combo that is especially handy for making smoothies without having to clean the larger cup. The 32oz tumblers are more than adequate. The food processor blades are very sharp and require caution when cleaning. Very happy with this purchase. My only issue is the rubber feet on the base. Unless you have a permanent spot for the base, remove the rubber feet.

I love the features-- blender, smoothie and food processor-- in one machine. Less storage space for me. I love the power it provides. Chop and blend smoothly. Another good feature is the strong suctions at the bottom to keep the machine safe and in place. The only reason I knocked out one star is it stains. I chopped some carrots and it stains on the plastic container and blade. It doesnt come out. It would prefer glass than plastic for the food processor.