Ninja Foodi Power Mixer System Blender vs Cuisinart Evolutionx Cordless Hand Blender: Power or Portability? You Decide!

Overall Verdict

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Both blenders are indeed worth buying, but their suitability depends on your specific requirements.

The Cuisinart RHB-100TG EvolutionX, as a cordless hand blender, brings exceptional ease of use and flexibility to the table. This makes it an excellent choice for those who value the convenience of cord-free operation, whether for use in different parts of the kitchen or for ease of storage. While it might not have the raw power of some corded models, it delivers performance that is more than satisfactory for everyday kitchen tasks.

The Ninja CI101 Foodi, on the other hand, is a heavy-duty corded blender. Capable of handling diverse and challenging tasks, this blender goes beyond simple blending. Whether it's blending smoothies, kneading dough, or whisking egg whites, the Ninja CI101 will be your reliable all-in-one solution.

Pros & Cons

High-quality construction with upscale feel
A generous set of included accessories
A lot of user-friendly features
Excels at a wide range of tasks

Excellent mobility
Pleasing aesthetic appealing
Included accessories allows for greater versatility
Steady battery performance

Larger-than-average blending wand’s head
Rather heavy

The blending wand can unintentionally detach

Key Specs

Dimension

H 16 x W2.9 inches

H 16.2 x W 2.4 inches

Weight

2.3 lbs (1.0 kg)

1.4 lbs (0.6 kg)

Number of speeds

Pulse/Turbo option

Yes

Accessories

A beaker, beaters, and a whisk attachment

A whisk attachment, a beaker.

Dishwasher-safe wand

Yes

Where to Buy

Price at publication

$94.10

$76.43

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring

8.4

7.1

Hot Soup Purée

6.0

Scooping a spoon of pureéd soup from a full batch in a plastic beaker made by the Ninja CI101 Foodi immersion blender in 30 seconds.

A batch of soup pureéd by the Ninja CI101 Foodi immersion blender is checked for smoothness by being drained through a stainless steel mesh strainer.

Scooping a spoon of pureéd soup produced by the Cuisinart EvolutionX RHB-100TG from the plastic beaker to check its smoothness.

A batch of soup pureéd by the Cuisinart EvolutionX RHB-100TG immersion blender is checked for smoothness by being drained through a stainless steel mesh strainer.

Pureeing Time

30 seconds

Result

Exceptionally Smooth

Chunky

Suction

Frozen Fruit Smoothie

6.8

6.0

Scooping a spoon of frozen fruit smoothie from a full batch in a plastic beaker made by the Ninja CI101 Foodi immersion blender in 2 minutes 40 seconds.

After finishing blending, the green smoothie made by the Ninja CI101 Foodi immersion blender was spread evenly throughout a white paper to check for solid chunks.

Scooping a spoon of smoothie from the plastic beaker to check its texture after the Cuisinart EvolutionX RHB-100TG Hand Blender had completed the test in 2 minutes.

After finishing blending, the green smoothie made by the Cuisinart EvolutionX RHB-100TG immersion blender was spread evenly throughout a white paper on a gray table to check for solid chunks.

Blending Time

2 mins 40 secs

2 minutes

Result

Velvety

Smooth

Suction

Mayonnaise

7.8

9.5

A bowl of mayonnaise made by the Braun MQ7035X blender in 1 minute 45 seconds.

Scooping a spoon of mayonnaise made by the Braun MQ7035X immersion blender.

A batch mayonnaise made by the Cuisinart EvolutionX RHB-100TG immersion blender within 1 minute and 24 seconds.

Scooping a spoon of mayonnaise made by the Cuisinart EvolutionX RHB-100TG immersion blender.

Emulsifying Time

1 min 45 secs

1 min 24 secs

Result

Smooth

Velvety

Suction

Yes

Almond Milk

8.0

8.3

The Ninja CI101 Foodi immersion blender beside its bowl of almond milk and the corresponding almond pulp produced in 1 minute 01 second.

A white plate of almond pulp and a bowl of milk produced by the Cuisinart EvolutionX RHB-100TG stick blender within 1 minute and 10 seconds.

Grinding Time

1 min 01 secs

1 min 10 secs

Result

Fine

Very Fine

Suction

Whipped Egg-Whites

A beaker containing beaten egg-white made by the Cuisinart EvolutionX RHB-100TG immersion blender in 1 minute and 45 seconds is put upside down on the table.

Beating Time

1 min and 45 secs

1 min 45 secs

Result

Stiff

Suction

Design

Overall Design Scoring

9.6

8.7

In the Box

The Ninja Foodi Power Mixer System displayed with its box, various attachments including a whisk, beater, and a blending cup, and instructional materials laid out on a gray countertop.

The Cuisinart EvolutionX RHB-100TG immersion blender lying on a table with its beaker, whisk attachment, user manual, packaging carton box, and charger by its side.

Dimensions

The Ninja Foodi Power Mixer System standing on a table, with the length of its blending shaft being noted to the side as 9.5 inches, and the total length of the unit as 16 inches.

The Cuisinart EvolutionX RHB-100TG standing on a table, with the length of its blending shaft being noted to the side as 8.3 inches, and the total length of the unit as 16.2 inches.

Height

16.0" (40.6 cm)

16.2" (41.1 cm)

Width

2.9" (7.4 cm)

2.4" (6.1 cm)

Weight

2.3 lbs (1.0 kg)

1.4 lbs (0.6 kg)

Length

Shaft Length

9.5" (24.1 cm)

8.3" (21.1 cm)

Build Quality

9.5

8.5

A close-up of the blending shaft and motor housing of the Ninja CI101 Foodi Power Mixer System.

A close-up of the Cuisinart RHB-100TG parts

Speed and Controls

A Close-Up of the Controlling Buttons of the Ninja CI101 Foodi Power Mixer System.

A close-up of the Cuisinart EvolutionX RHB-100TG’s indicator light.

Activation

Press-button

Min Speed

N/A

Max Speed

N/A

Presets

Noise Level

N/A

Digital Display

Yes

Pulse Mode

Yes

Blending Shaft

9.5

8.5

A close-up of the blades of the Ninja CI101 Foodi Power Mixer System.

A close-up of the Cuisinart EvolutionX RHB-100TG blades

Material

Stainless steel

Type

Sharp Blade

Guard Material

Stainless steel

Blade Count

Removable

Yes

Dishwasher Safe

Yes

Beaker

Material

Plastic

Capacity

24 oz

30 oz

Measurements

Yes

Weight

Height

Dishwasher Safe

Yes

Tamper Included

Extra Accessories

Someone is attaching the whisk attachment to the motor housing of the Ninja CI101 Foodi Power Mixer System Power Cord.

The Cuisinart EvolutionX RHB-100TG whisk attachment

Material

Stainless steel

Dishwasher Safe

Yes

Removable

Yes

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring

8.4

Ease of Use

8.1

8.0

Handling

9.0

9.5

Someone is holding the Ninja Foodi Mixer.

Someone is holding the Ninja Foodi Immersion Blender.

A close-up of the Cuisinart EvolutionX RHB-100TG ergonomically-designed handle.

Blade Assembly

9.5

8.5

Cleanability

8.0

8.5

Behind the Comparison

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