- Can it crush ice without liquid?
- It can crush ice alone in short pulses, but adding a little liquid helps the blades feed and gives a more even texture.
- How does it compare with a Vitamix?
- It crushes ice and frozen fruit well for far less, but a Vitamix blends smoother, runs quieter and lasts longer under heavy use.
- Is the jar dishwasher safe?
- Ninja lists the pitcher, lid and blades as top-rack dishwasher safe, though hand washing the blade assembly keeps edges sharper longer.
- Does it have preset programs?
- No. It uses three manual speeds plus pulse, so you control the blend rather than choosing presets.
- What comes in the box?
- The 1000-watt motor base, the 72 oz pitcher with lid and the Total Crushing blade assembly.
- Can it make hot soup?
- No. It is a cold blender; it will not cook or safely hold hot liquids like a soup-capable blender.
- Where is the Ninja Professional 72 Oz Countertop 1000-Watt Base with Total Crushing Technology for Smoothies, Ice and Frozen Fruit cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $79.79, 20% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Ninja Professional 72 Oz Countertop 1000-Watt Base with Total Crushing Technology for Smoothies, Ice and Frozen Fruit?
- 17 stores we checked sell it, including Office Depot, JCPenney, Walmart, Macy's, Home Depot.