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Ninja Nutri Pro Compact (BN401) vs. Ninja Nutri Auto-iQ Personal Blender Side-by-Side Comparison

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Ninja Nutri Pro Compact

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Ninja Nutri Auto-iQ

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Ninja Nutri Pro Compact (BN401) vs. Ninja Nutri Auto-iQ Personal Blender

Overall Verdict

Although the Ninja BL480D Nutri boasts impressive features, we were left wanting more in terms of the texture and quality of the blends it produced, especially given its hefty price tag. While it was capable of creating protein shakes, blending leafy greens, liquefying frozen fruit, and crushing ice, we found that the Ninja BN401 slightly outperformed it in these areas yet being more budget-friendly.

For those who value compactness in their personal blenders, the bulkier design of the Ninja BL480D Nutri may not be ideal. Despite both models having the same 24-oz container capacity and Auto-IQ presets, the BN401 is somewhat more compact. It also boasts a more modern design which makes it  far more appealing and exudes a sense of sophistication and style.

In conclusion, if you have to choose between these blenders, we highly recommend the Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro Compact over the Ninja BL480D Nutri.

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Pros & Cons

  • This blender is an all-arounder that works without a fuss. 
  • Nearly all of its capability is outstanding—it’s very well equipped to crush ice and make smoothies. 
  • The 1000-watt motor provides heavy-duty blending performance. 
  • Smart preset programs are designed to deliver excellent consistency. 
  • There are solid design details throughout the blender.
  • A powerful motor allows for heavy-duty blending 
  • Stainless steel extractor blades are exceptionally tough
  • Hands-free operation offers greater convenience 
  • Sturdy motor base ensures stable performance 
  • Blending cups are included with to-go lids
  • The motor base is roughly the same size as a standard full-sized blender. 
  • It’s relatively noisy.
  • It’s heavy and quite bulky
  • The control panel is gimmicky 
  • The feets’ suction is so strong making it challenging to remove the base
  • The premium price tag might be a high barrier for many people

Key Specs

Dimension
H14.2 x W6.4 inches
H14.2 x W6.4 inches
Weight
5.4 lbs (2.4 kg)
5.4 lbs (2.4 kg)
Number of speeds
4
4
Pulse/Turbo option
Yes
Yes
Dishwasher-safe wand
Yes
Yes
Accessories
An extra blending cup, two spout lids
2 to-go lids, and an extra 18-ounce blending cup

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$84.93
$56.94
$59.99 at Amazon
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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
9.4
8.8

Protein Shake

8.8
8.8
Ninja BN401 Personal Blender Protein Shake Test
A batch of protein shake prepared by the Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro Single-Serve Blender is checked for smoothness by being drained through a stainless steel mesh strainer, with a smartphone displaying the total blending time (1 minute) next to it.
Using a spoon to scoop a small smattering of dried blueberry chunks from a mesh strainer containing protein shake produced the Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro Blender.
Ninja BL480D Nutri Protein Shake Video
A batch of protein shake packed with dried blueberries, oatmeal, and almonds prepared by the Ninja BL480D is checked for smoothness by being drained through a stainless steel mesh strainer, with a smartphone displaying the total blending time (1 minute and 10 seconds) next to it.
Scooping a spoon of solid chunks including dried blueberries and almonds that the Nutri Ninja 1000-watt personal blender was unable to pulverize in the test of preparing protein shake from a stainless steel mesh strainer.
Blending Time
1 min 01 sec
1 min 10 secs
Result
Slightly Smooth
Silky Smooth

Frozen Fruit Smoothie

10
9.5
Ninja BN401 Personal Blender Frozen Fruit Smoothie Test
A spoon of fruity smoothie packed with blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, and mango made by theNinja BN401 Nutri Pro blender with a smartphone displaying the total blending time ( 59 seconds) next to it.
To check for solid chunks, after finishing blending, the fruity smoothie made by the Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro personal blender is spread throughout a white paper.
Ninja BL480D Nutri Frozen Fruit Smoothie Video
To check for solid chunks, after finishing blending, the fruity smoothie made by the Nutri Ninja single-serve blender is spread throughout a white paper with a smartphone displaying the total blending time ( 1 minute and 5 seconds) next to it.
A spoon of fruity smoothie packed with blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, and mango made by the Nutri Ninja single blender with Auto-IQ.
Blending Time
1 min
1 min 5 seconds
Result
Silky Smooth
Silky Smooth
Suction

Fibrous Greens

9.5
8.0
Ninja BN401 Personal Blender Fibrous Greens Test
A glass of water and fibrous greens pulp produced by the Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro Single-Serve Blender.
A glass of water with fibrous green pulp produced by the Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro Personal Blender sinking from its top to bottom.
Ninja BL480D Nutri Fibrous Greens Video
A glass of water combined with fibrous greens pulp produced by the Ninja BL480D Nutri 1000-Watt.
A glass of water with fibrous green pulp produced by the Ninja BL480D Nutri personal countertop blender sinking from its top to bottom.
Blending Time
20 seconds
20 seconds
Result
Very Fine
Medium-FineMedium-Fine

Crushed Ice Cubes

10
8.0
Ninja BN401 Personal Blender Crushed Ice Test
A black tray of crushed ice produced by the Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro Personal Blender being on a table.
Ninja BL480D Nutri Crushed Ice Video
A black tray of crushed ice produced by the Nutri Ninja Personal Blender being on a table.
Ice Fineness
Very Fine
Coarse
Unblended Ice
0% of 6 oz
0% of 6 oz

Design

Overall Design Scoring
9.6
9.7

In the Box

The Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro personal blender lying on a white table with the accessories by its side, including a blending cup with lid, a spout lid, a paper carton box, a recipe book, and owner’s manuals.
The Ninja Nutri Auto-IQ 1000-Watt lying on a gray table with its accessories, including two to-go lids, an additional blending cup, a recipe book & user guide, and a paper carton box, by its sides.

Dimensions

The Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro personal blender standing on a gray table, with the length of its motor base being noted to the side as 8 inches, and the total length and width of the unit as 14.2 inches and 6.4 inches, respectively.
The Ninja Nutri 1000-watt personal blender standing on a gray table, with the length of its motor base being noted to the side as 8.2 inches, and the total length and width of the unit as 14 inches and 6.5 inches, respectively.
Height
14.2" (36.1 cm)
14.2" (36.1 cm)
Width
6.4" (16.3 cm)
6.4" (16.3 cm)
Weight
5.4 lbs (2.4 kg)
5.4 lbs (2.4 kg)
Length
Shaft Length

Build Quality

9.5
9.5
The motor base and blending cup of the Ninja Bn401 Nutri Pro single-serve blender lying side by side on a table.
The motor base and blending cup of the Ninja BL480D Nutri single-serve blender lying side by side on a white table.

Blades

9.5
10
A close-up of the blade assembly sporting 4 stainless steel prongs of the Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro single-serve blender.
A close-up of the blade assembly featuring 4 stainless steel prongs of the Ninja BL480D Nutri Auto-IQ personal blender.
A close-up of the blade assembly featuring 4 stainless steel prongs of the Ninja BL480D Nutri Auto-IQ personal blender.
The blade assembly featuring 4 stainless steel prongs of the Ninja BL480D Nutri Auto-IQ personal blender being on a gray table.
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Type
Cross
Cross
Guard Material
Blade Count
4 blades
4 blades
Removable
Yes
No
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Yes

Motor Base

The Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro Motor Base
The Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro Motor Base
A close-up of the Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro Motor Base
A close-up of the front interface of the Ninja BL480D Nutri Motor Base.
A close-up of the front interface of the Ninja BL480D Nutri Motor Base.
A close-up of the Ninja BL480D Nutri Motor Base.
A close-up of the underside of the Ninja BL480D Nutri Motor Base.
A close-up of the power cord featuring a 2-plug of the Ninja BL480D Nutri countertop blender.
Rated Voltage
120 V
110 - 120 V
Rated Power
1000 W
1000 Watt
Working Time
N/A
≤ 1 minute
Protection
Yes
No
Weight
4.5 lbs (2.0 kg)
4.5 lbs (2.0 kg)
Cord Length
2.6 ft (0.8 m)
2.6 ft (0.8 m)
Extra Feature
Rubber grips on the bottom, cooling fan.
Silicon feet, cooling fan, anti-slip pads

Blending Cup

10
10
Illustrated dimensions of the Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro personal blender’s cups showing the height, depth, and width in inches
Illustrated dimensions of the Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro personal blender’s cups showing the height, depth, and width in inches
The Ninja BN 401 Nutri Pro spout lid
Two blending cups of the Ninja BL480D Nutri on a table, with dimension measurements written to the side. The first cup is measured 3.7x9x2.5 inches, and the second cup is 3.7x7.3x2.5 inches.
Two blending cups of the Ninja BL480D Nutri on a table, with dimension measurements written to the side. The first cup is measured 3.7x9x2.5 inches, and the second cup is 3.7x7.3x2.5 inches.
The blending cup of the Magic Bullet personal blender standing on a table with dimension measurements written to the side (3.7x9x2.5 inches).
The blending cup of the Magic Bullet personal blender standing on a table with dimension measurements written to the side (3.7x7.3x2.5 inches).
Material
Plastic
Plastic
Capacity
24 oz
18- and 24-oz
Weight
1 lb
0.5- and 0.58-lb
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Yes
Measurement
Yes
No
Suitable For
Small and Medium batches
Small and medium batches
Accessories
Spout Lids
2 to-go lids

Speed and Controls

Someone is measuring the noise level of the Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro personal blender with the noise meter (101.2 dB).
Someone is measuring the noise level of the Ninja BL480D Nutri personal blender with the noise meter (103.6 dB).
Someone is measuring the noise level of the Ninja BL480D Nutri personal blender with the noise meter (103.6 dB).
A close-up of the control panel of the Ninja BL480D Nutri which features the Start/Stop, Pulse, Auto-IQ Blend, and Auto-IQ Ultra Blend button.
Activation
Twist
Button
Min Speed
N/A
N/A
Max Speed
18,996 RPM
18,637 RPM
Presets
Yes
No
Noise Level
101 (db)
103 dB
Digital Display
Yes
No
Pulse Mode
Yes
No

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
9.7
9.7

Hands-Free Operation

10
10

Assembly

9.5
9.5

Cleanability

9.0
9.0