Illustrative rendering, not a product photo
Ninja
Professional Blender 2.0
Model BR201AMZ
A 1200-watt full-size blender with Total Crushing blades, Auto-iQ presets, and a 72-oz pitcher.
Amazon
$79.99 · In stock
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Specifications
Based on published manufacturer specifications.
- Jar capacity
- 72 oz
- Motor power
- 1200 W
- Style
- Full-Size
- Dishwasher-safe components
- Yes
Pros & Limitations
Pros
- 1200-watt motor and Total Crushing blades handle ice and tough ingredients easily
- Auto-iQ presets automate smoothies and frozen drinks without manual timing
- Large 72-oz pitcher suits bigger batches or families
- Dishwasher-safe parts for easier cleanup
Limitations
- Reviewers describe it as loud at full power
- The pour-spout lid can drip if not perfectly aligned and locked
- The pitcher is large and heavy to pour when full
- The BPA-free Tritan plastic pitcher (not glass) can stain from ingredients like turmeric or beetroot over time
- Learning which Auto-iQ program suits which task takes some initial trial and error
What Owners Say
Summarized from customer reviews and independent owner write-ups — see sources below.
Common praise
- Reviewers consistently praise the blending power, with the 1200-watt motor and Total Crushing blades handling ice and tough ingredients smoothly
- The Auto-iQ presets are cited as a genuine convenience for smoothies and frozen drinks
Common complaints
- Noise at full power is a frequently repeated complaint
- The pour-spout lid is reported to drip if not carefully aligned
- The plastic pitcher, while durable, is reported to stain over time with ingredients like turmeric or beetroot
- Reviewers note a short learning curve figuring out which Auto-iQ program fits which task
Overall owner sentiment
Sentiment is largely positive on raw blending performance and convenience features, with noise and pitcher material/staining as the most consistently repeated secondary complaints.
Best For
Likely to suit households that want strong ice-crushing power and automated presets for smoothies and frozen drinks in family-size batches.
Watch-Outs
- –Expect a noticeably loud blend cycle at full power
- –Rinse the pitcher promptly after blending pigmented ingredients to reduce staining
Facts last verified 9/26/2026.
Additional sources consulted for the sections above:
- Independent review on blending performance and lid/noise complaints — checked 9/26/2026
- Independent review corroborating power and pitcher material observations — checked 9/26/2026