The Ninja Professional Blender NJ601AMZ is a straightforward full-size blender and the next generation of the Ninja Professional Blender 1000. It features a 72-ounce pitcher and spiral blade design, similar to more expensive models like the Ninja Blender Duo with Auto-iQ BL642. However, it has fewer speed settings and lacks additional jars or blades compared to higher-end models. Unfortunately, it offers no improvements over its predecessor and has slightly lower build quality.
This blender is adequate for multi-purpose use. The 72-ounce pitcher excels at ice crushing but is less suited for processing fibrous ingredients or making nut butter. It is not safe for hot blending and has limited speed settings. Build quality is not as robust as the older Ninja Professional Blender 1000. Pros: – Big capacity. – Superb ice crusher. – Dishwasher-safe. Cons: – Not very good for processing fibrous ingredients. – No hot blending. – Few speed settings. – Hard to clean by hand.