Which is better for crushing ice?

The Ninja BL660. Its 1100 W motor and Total Crushing blades are built for ice, and the 72-oz pitcher holds a full tray's worth. The Beast's 600 W motor handles small amounts of ice in a single serving but is not made for volume.

Which is better for one person?

The Beast Mini 600 Plus. You blend in the 640 mL vessel, cap it and go, and the 4.13-inch base barely uses counter space. The Ninja works for one person but you are washing a 72-oz pitcher for a 16-oz smoothie.

Is the Beast worth $49 more than the Ninja?

Only if portability and the 2-year warranty matter to you. The Ninja has nearly double the power and four times the capacity at $79.99 at Its Deals versus $129.00 at Amazon as of November 3, 2026.

The Beast carries a 2-year warranty against the Ninja's 1 year, and owners rate it 4.6 out of 5 from 474 ratings. The Ninja's larger motor is built for heavier loads, so both hold up if used within their limits.

Can the Beast Mini handle frozen fruit and greens?

Yes, in single servings. Add liquid first and use the pulse and timed blend cycle. It is not suited to thick blends for a family or to grinding large amounts of ice.

Do both come with to-go cups?

Yes, but differently. The Ninja includes two 16-oz cups with spout lids. The Beast includes 640, 530 and 415 mL vessels plus a straw cap, drinking lid and storage lids.

Ninja BL660 Professional Compact Smoothie & Food Processing Blender vs Beast Mini 600 Plus

Buy the Ninja BL660 if you blend for a family, crush ice in volume, or want the lowest price: it is $79.99 at Its Deals as of November 3, 2026, against $129.00 at Amazon for the Beast Mini 600 Plus. Buy the Beast Mini 600 Plus if you make one smoothie at a time and want to drink it from the cup, with a 2-year warranty and three vessels included. The Ninja gives you roughly twice the motor and four times the capacity for $49 less; the Beast gives you portability, a sturdier build and a longer warranty.

Today the Ninja BL660 Professional Compact Smoothie & Food Processing Blender costs $49.01 less at its best price.

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