Ninja Professional Plus Blender (BN701) Review (2026)
The Ninja Professional Plus (BN701 and similar models) is one of the strongest mid-range full-size blenders available. It delivers excellent ice-crushing power, useful Auto-iQ presets, and a large 72 oz pitcher at a price far below the premium Vitamix and Breville options.
Key Specs
- Type Full-size countertop blender
- Motor 1,400 peak watts
- Capacity 72 oz Total Crushing pitcher
- Key Features Auto-iQ presets, Total Crushing blades, pulse
- Hot Blending Limited (not designed for hot soup like Vitamix)
- Best for Everyday smoothies, frozen drinks, and value-focused buyers
What We Like & What Could Be Better
✓ Pros
- Excellent ice crushing and frozen drink performance
- Large 72 oz pitcher
- Useful Auto-iQ preset programs
- Strong value for the performance
- Easy to use and clean
- Good everyday smoothie results
– Cons
- Not as refined as Vitamix or Breville for nut butters/hot soup
- Can be loud
- Build quality is more plastic-feeling than premium models
- Blade stack design can be harder to clean thoroughly
Who It’s For
The Ninja Professional Plus is ideal if you:
- Want strong performance without spending Vitamix money
- Make a lot of smoothies and frozen drinks
- Prefer simple preset programs
- Need a large pitcher for family batches
It’s less ideal if you frequently make nut butters, hot soups, or want the absolute smoothest texture possible.
Verdict
The Ninja Professional Plus remains one of the best value full-size blenders in 2026. It punches well above its price for everyday blending tasks and is an excellent choice for most households.
Buy if: You want strong performance and capacity at a mid-range price.
Skip if: You need premium-level refinement for nut butters or hot blending.