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Ninja Foodi Power Mixer System Blender vs KitchenAid Cordless Side-by-Side Comparison
While the KitchenAid KHBBV53 is a decent choice for basic tasks with its cordless convenience, the Ninja CI101 Foodi offers superior performance for a wider range of uses.
Ninja Foodi Power Mixer System Blender
Tested Using Methodology v1.0KitchenAid Cordless
Tested Using Methodology v1.0
Overall Verdict
In terms of design, the Ninja CI101 Foodi comes with a larger, more luxurious appearance with a substantial feel. It's equipped with a range of accessories like beaters, a whisk attachment, and a beaker. The KitchenAid KHBBV53, on the other hand, has a more compact and cordless design, prioritizing convenience and mobility. It includes basic accessories like a beaker with lid and a pan non-metallic guard, but lacks the additional attachments found with the Ninja.
Functionality and performance are key differentiators. The Ninja CI101 is highly capable of a variety of tasks, from blending smoothies to whipping egg and kneading dough, with its heavy 750-watt motor and sharp, well-designed blending blade.
The KitchenAid KHBBV53, while offering the advantage of cordless operation and quick charging, doesn't quite match up in terms of power and efficiency. It successfully completed most of the tests, including blending and pureeing, but the results were not always consistent. It occasionally left chunks in blends, and the textures achieved were not as smooth and refined as those produced by the Ninja Foodi.
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
- It can quick-charge in only 20 minutes
- A beaker is included for greater convenience
- Ergonomically-designed handle provides secure grip
- Simple battery charging
- The included pan guard will prevent damage to non-stick cookware.
- Larger-than-average blending wand’s head
- Rather heavy
- Its performance is often inconsistent
- Not as efficient as other similar blenders
Key Specs
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Analysis and Test Results
Performance
Hot Soup Purée
Frozen Fruit Smoothie
Mayonnaise
Almond Milk
Whipped Egg-Whites
Design
In the Box
Dimensions
Build Quality
Speed and Controls
Blending Shaft
Beaker
Extra Accessories
Usability
Ease of Use
Handling
Blade Assembly
Cleanability
Behind the Comparison
Tina Pham is a staff writer and reviewer, with five years of experience in the industry. As a passionate amateur home cook, she loves to discover practical cooking solutions, and has made it her mission to bring her findings to every kitchen. Her ultimate goal is making cooking more of a pleasure for all.
Lap is Head of the Research, Testing, and Review Team (RTR Team) at HealthyKitchen101.com, where he directs and supervises the testing of kitchen gadgets and appliances.
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