Breville Fresh & Furious vs Ninja Professional Plus with Auto-iQ (BN701)
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Quick verdict
Ninja Professional Plus with Auto-iQ (BN701) edges it overall, winning 2 of 4 rating categories. Ninja Professional Plus with Auto-iQ (BN701) is cheaper to start ($120 vs $180).
You’re a quieter blender with dedicated green-smoothie presets. A stylish mid-range blender with separate smoothie and green smoothie programs that is noticeably quieter than most. A great pick for early mornings and open-plan kitchens.
Check priceYou’re one-touch smoothie programs at a mid-range price. More power than the BL610 plus Auto-iQ programs that pulse and pause for you: press “smoothie” and walk away. Smoother results with greens than cheaper Ninjas.
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| Breville Fresh & Furious | Ninja Professional Plus with Auto-iQ (BN701) | |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 4.3/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Smoothness (greens & seeds) | 4.2/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Frozen fruit & ice | 4.2/5 | 4.7/5 |
| Ease of use & cleaning | 4.6/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Value | 4.1/5 | 4.6/5 |
| Typical price | $180 | $120 |
| Type | Full-size | Full-size |
| Power | 1,100 W | 1,400 W |
| Capacity | 50 oz | 72 oz |
| Tamper | No | No |
| Dishwasher-safe | Yes (jar) | Yes |
| Warranty | See Breville’s warranty terms | 1 year |
| Best for | A quieter blender with dedicated green-smoothie presets | One-touch smoothie programs at a mid-range price |
Breville Fresh & Furious: pros & cons
- Quieter than most full-size blenders
- Green smoothie preset
- Compact footprint
- Not as powerful as Vitamix or Blendtec
- Mid-range price
Ninja Professional Plus with Auto-iQ (BN701): pros & cons
- Auto-iQ smoothie and frozen drink programs
- Stronger motor than entry Ninjas
- Big pitcher, dishwasher-safe
- Still not Vitamix-smooth with fibrous greens
- Loud
- Short warranty
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