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NutriBullet Blender Combo 1200 Watt (ZNBF30500Z) vs Oster Pro 1200 Blender Side-by-Side Comparison
The NutriBullet Blender Combo ZNBF30500Z earns our recommendation for its consistent and high-quality results, a clear step above the Oster Pro.
NutriBullet Blender Combo 1200 Watt (ZNBF30500Z)
Tested Using Methodology v1.0Oster Pro 1200 Blender
Tested Using Methodology v1.0
Overall Verdict
Sporting a 1200-watt motor, the Oster Pro offers value for basic to moderate blending tasks. It often performs well in tasks like ice crushing and making almond butter but shows limitations with frozen fruit blends.
In contrast, the NutriBullet ZNBF30500Z, also powered by a 1200-watt motor, stands out as a more versatile and top-performing blender. It consistently handles a broader range of ingredients, including dense smoothies and whole ice cubes, with remarkable consistency and fineness.
It’s worth noting that the NutriBullet ZNBF30500Z comes at a slightly higher price than the Oster Pro, this extra pays off in the long run. The investment not only brings greater blending capabilities but also a higher build quality for long-term reliability.
Pros & Cons
- Exceptional performance in creating smoothies from fresh or frozen fruits, protein shakes, and crushed ice
- User-friendly, thanks to its minimalist design
- Strikes a pleasing balance between price, functionality, and build quality
- Comes with a generous amount of additional accessories
- Good value for the money
- Well-organized control buttons
- A lot easier to clean and assemble than many of its rivals
- Excels at preparing green smoothies, almond butter, and crushed ice
- Falls short in its performance when making butter
- The blending container tends to detach from the motor during use, causing interruptions
- The cleaning can be frustrating
- Lackluster capability in making frozen fruit smoothies
- Gimmicky control panel
Key Specs
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Analysis and Test Results
Performance
Smoothie
Frozen Fruit Smoothie
Protein Shake
Almond Butter
Crushed Ice
Design
In the Box
Dimensions
Build Quality
Blades
Motor Base
Blending Container
Lid
Control Panel
Extra Accessory
Usability
Ease of Blend
Noise Level
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.
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