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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 733 reviews

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Customers find value in the SLUSHi 5-in-1 Professional Frozen Drink Maker's overall performance, ease of use, and speed in creating frozen drinks. The drink quality, easy cleaning process, and quiet operation are also appreciated. Some customers noted the capacity and design of the main chamber as areas for potential improvement.

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  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Overpriced and doesn’t truly slush

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love Ninja but this was a disappointment. It doesn’t really slush and I’m just not fond of it so I returned it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SharkNinja Product Expert
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      Hello,

      Thank you so much for your feedback!

      We apologize for the issues you faced with your Ninja Slushi not slushing correctly, leading to your return. Please know that we will forward your feedback to the relevant teams for improvements. We hope you'll consider giving our products another chance in the future!

      Kind regards,
      Ninja Kitchen

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Bad product

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not good product only works 4 hrs I not recommend product poor

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SharkNinja Product Expert
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      Thank you for your feedback, Christian.

      We are sorry to hear that the product only worked for about four hours and did not meet your expectations. This is not the experience we want for our Shark/Ninja customers. We understand how frustrating this must be, and we truly appreciate you bringing it to our attention.

      Please contact our customer service team at 1-800-365-0135. We are available Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET. We will do everything we can to resolve this issue.

      Kind regards,
      Ninja Kitchen

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Slushy Machine

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not sure how I feel! I don’t have the slushy machine yet

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SharkNinja Product Expert
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      Hi there, thank you for sharing your experience with the Ninja SLUSHI. We're sorry to hear about your situation. We recommend reaching out to BestBuy's customer service team to discuss alternative options for resolving this situation. If you'd like, our team can also assist by providing additional details about the product or guiding you on the best steps to take. Please feel free to contact us at 1-800-365-0135. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention, and your feedback will be shared as we work to improve. Kind regards, Ninja Kitchen

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Ninja

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Product never worked properly. Has to return it. Wouldn't freeze the drinks

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SharkNinja Product Expert
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      Hi Jason,

      Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.

      We're so sorry to hear that you were having trouble with your new Ninja SLUSHi, and that you’ve returned it as a result. We will absolutely share your comments with the relevant teams for consideration on future products, and we hope you’ll give our products another try in the future. If there's anything we can do to improve your experience, please reach out to our team by phone at 1-800-365-0135.

      Kind regards,
      Ninja Kitchen

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use
    Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My Favorite Frozen Treats Now Available At Home!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Like most folks I’ve tried making pina coladas and slushy type drinks with ice in a blender at some point, but they aren’t great. A real frozen drink doesn’t need any additional ice. The Ninja SLUSHi works without ice, as it simply freezes the contents to a consistency that allows it to remain in a semi frozen or slushy form. To do this requires sugar, either in the form of alcohol or actual sugar. The machine freezes it and keeps it in motion so that the water stays mixed in with the sugar and doesn’t freeze solid. Without it, the process doesn’t work. You can’t make a diet soda or anything with zero calorie sugar substitutes into a slush for example. For sodas with sugar, it couldn’t be any easier, plug in the machine, pour in the soda and hit the Slush preset. In about 15-20 minutes I had frozen Dr. Pepper or Coke, and it tasted exactly like it does at my local movie theater or convenience store. The sugar content also cannot be too high, or it won’t be able to freeze enough to be slushy. I found this out when trying a wine-based margarita premix I bought from the grocery store. The machine beeped which told me to add water and did another cycle before it beeped again to add more. Likewise, if the sugar content is too low, the machine will detect it and let you know. It does not take long for your drink to be ready, and the machine will beep to alert you when it is. There’s a preset for Slush, such as a soda, sports, or energy drink. The “Spiked Slush” preset is what you want to use when you have alcohol. A Coffee preset allows you to create a frappe like drink. I found that using a flavored coffee mix from the store is better than brewing your own, as you need to sweeten it, and you absolutely cannot pour hot liquid into the machine. The fourth preset is “Milkshake”, which we prepared by following the recipe in the included guide. Only needed milk, heavy cream, a decent amount of sugar, and some vanilla extract. The result was a rich, creamy milkshake that rivals the best from fast-food burger shops. The last preset, Frozen Juice is the only one we haven’t tried yet. The machine will keep your drinks ready for up to 12 hours, although I haven’t tested this either as they are always gone well before that. After you’re done there is a “Rinse” button which allows you to pre-rinse it with water before washing all the parts. I do recommend you wash it fully after each use and let it dry as the sugary contents are sticky, and I wouldn’t want to leave it sitting unwashed for any amount of time. The only downside I could find is if you are trying to use it beneath standard cabinetry in a kitchen for example. I would like to leave it tucked away underneath the cabinet but the way it’s designed requires me to move it out from underneath the cabinet every time to both lock the vessel (what holds the contents) into place and pour the liquids in. Minor issue but something to think about it if you were thinking of keeping it in your kitchen. Pros: - Easy to Use - Premixed Drinks Require No Prep - Automatic Presets for Various Drinks - Can also customize temperature to liking - Takes less than an hour - Quiet - Keeps Drinks for up to 12 hours - Dishwasher Safe Cleaning - Includes recipe guide - Rinse Feature for Cleaning Cons: - May not fit under kitchen cabinets Overall – My family and I love the Ninja SLUSHi. There are so many things you can try from sodas, coffees, spiked drinks, even energy drinks. The easiest is just to pour a soda in it which is what we do when we want to have family movie night at home.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use
    Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good, but not perfect, for frozen drinks

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    GOOD - Reasonably quiet - Comes with recipe/idea book - Simple to clean BAD - Doesn't give much information on low-sugar/fat recipes - Prone to icing up with smaller batches - Ice gets stuck in front of paddle - Heavy and takes up lots of counter space The SLUSHi does exactly what it claims: makes frozen drinks, and does so fairly well. It can be as simple as pouring in soft drinks hitting one button. It also comes with a pretty good recipe/idea book to make more complicated slush drinks. The preset buttons cover pretty much any kind of frozen drink you may want to make, and you can use the manual override to make it colder or not, should you choose. It certainly isn't a silent machine, but I didn't find it terribly loud. It's similar to a stand-mixer on low. Cleanup isn't too bad as it's quick to rinse out and fully cleaning the tank and refrigeration cylinder takes about 5 minutes. My biggest complaint about it is the instruction/recipe book doesn't have much info on low fat or low sugar recipes. You can't simply use a diet beverage with only artificial sweeteners because then the mixture freezes too quickly and you end up with ice chunks instead of smooth slush ( or the machine just ices over ). Sugars and fats in the beverage lower the freezing point so the mixture freezes at a desirable rate. The only info you get in the book is that a minimum of 1g sugar to 1oz of liquid is required. However, even that amount seems too low for a lot of things I've tried, and the machine still ices up. If you want lower calorie slushes, you'll have to do a lot of experimentation. The machine lists a maximum capacity of 64oz, and you tend to get best results when using large batches. A minimum of 16oz is required, though I've found it more prone to icing up around the cooling cylinder with small batches, even when using official recipes. The front of the helix paddle also has a hollow between the blades where ice tends to gather, making it hard to get all the slush out of the tank and into a glass. Other considerations are that this is a large and heavy machine, so it takes up quite a bit or counter space and isn't the easiest to move to storage. But if you're someone who really likes frozen drinks and doesn't mind paying for a specialty kitchen appliance, the SLUSHi mostly delivers on its promises.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Trash

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    Didn’t get it and contacted Best Buy and they told me to take it to the police department

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SharkNinja Product Expert
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      Hi Tantiesha,

      Thank you for reaching out and sharing your experience regarding the Ninja Slushi Frozen Drink Maker. We're very sorry to hear that your order was not received and that the situation escalated to the point of being directed to law enforcement. That’s certainly not the experience we want for anyone.

      While delivery and order handling are managed by Best Buy, we’d still like to offer our support. If you need assistance once your order is resolved or if there’s anything we can do from our end, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 1-800-365-0135.

      Kind regards,
      Ninja Kitchen

  • Pros mentioned:
    Cleaning, Ease of use
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for family fun and parties!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was a perfect purchase for our family. We love slushies and Italian ice so having our own slushie maker at home is perfect. We also plan to use it for parties. Unboxing Read the directions. On the top of the box it tells you to pull up. Do that. You may think it’s awkward or maybe it’s written wrong but it’s not. Lift up and it’s easily out of the box just like that. It arrived mostly put together. Just a drip catcher to put in place. Cleaning Easy peesey. There’s only a few parts and washing is easy. We prefer to hand wash it but it is dishwasher-safe. You just can’t let it go through the heat cycle but you can clean it in the dishwasher. There is a rinse cycle on the slushie maker when does a great job doing an initial rinse. With the chocolate shake it was thicker and required a few rinse cycles but it goes quickly. I had really thought that it would be more time consuming than it was to clean Time You do have to let it sit upright for 2 hours before first use so plan accordingly. It takes a little bit of time to generate the slushie or milkshake so plan asked. For instance, a milkshake for 4-6 people to about an hour. The recipe guide offers great ideas and sets relatively accurate timelines. Options There are a lot of great options. Recipes included. Some are kid-friendly and some are adult-friendly. You have slushies, shakes, frappes. Just depends on the occasion and what you feel like. Our first was a milkshake and it tasted a lot like a frosty to us. It was tasty. We look forward to trying out some of the other recipes and our own. The instructions offer details on when and how much sugar or alcohol to add to ensure the machine functions properly and you get the desired results. Overall, we love it. It’s fun for the kids to get involved with mixing ingredients before we pour it in and then dispensing their own shake. A tasty, fun experience for the whole family.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Cleaning, Ease of use
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good Quality, Easy to Use, Easy to Clean

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This machine allows you to create any kind of frozen drink you can of, and the instruction booklet has recipes for all of them. Recipes include alcoholic drinks, soda pop, fruit juice drinks, milkshakes, and coffee drinks. A minimum amount of sugar is required for all drinks, so you couldn't, for example make a diet soda slush. There is also a maximum amount of alcohol, (16% of the total volume) to make a frozen alcohol drink. The time required to make frozen drinks depends on the type of drink and the amount being prepared. The minimum batch size for any drink is 16oz and the maximum is 64oz. The times can be as little as 10 minutes for a 2-3 serving batch of cranberry lime slush, or up to 60 minutes for 6-8 servings of a frozen mimosa. I made a 4-6 serving batch of frozen margaritas and it took 45 minutes to reach the frozen slush stage. I found the machine to be easy to operate and easy to clean. It's made very user friendly, there's no temperature or time controls, just five presets - Slush, Spiked Slush, Frappe, Milkshake, Frozen Juice. Although they're pretty much self-explanatory, each recipe in the book tells you which preset to use. To clean is a breeze. Just pull the release handle and the vessel with the spout slides off as does the auger, and the drip tray is detachable, making everything easy to clean and reassemble. The machine is good quality with heavy gauge plastics, definitely not like a child's toy, and I expect I should get many years of use from it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Overall performance
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Get creative with frozen treats

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    With the summer heat getting so crazy, my son had been asking for an ice cream or slushi machine to help stay cool during the summer. The opportunity came up to get our hands on the Ninja - SLUSHi maker, so it was the perfect opportunity to try it out and to keep him cool during the summer. First off, Ninja makes incredible products and the quality never dissapoints. It's no differnet with the Ninja - SLUSHi maker. The Ninja - SLUSHi maker is si easy to opperate! You can make so many great tasty frozen treats, ranging from slushies, frappes, milkshakes, and even grown-up treats for when hosting a party. You can get very creative with it to make so many different frozen treats for your child, and even adult guests. It is so easy to operate... anyone can work the Ninja - SLUSHi machine. Forget about spending so much money on a milkshake. You can make them yourself with the Ninja - SLUSHi machine. I would definitely recommend Ninja - SLUSHi maker to anyone! It is perfect for just about any occassion.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Shark Slushi: Frozen Treats At Home!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    When it comes to specialized appliances, it can be rather challenging to determine if it can perform to your specific needs without purchasing said unit. In addition, there are some intricate aspects of products that do not show up on the specifications, such as recipe texture or if certain liquids work better than others, so naturally there some unforeseen risk that must be taken into account. Nevertheless, with the recent announcement of the Shark Slushi (Model: FS301), the ability to make your own frozen drinks/treats at home certainly provides exciting possibilities for you to enjoy or entice guests at gatherings. As a previous owner of several Shark kitchen appliances, I was quite excited to test the brand new addition to the Shark family. For those of you who have had previous Shark appliances before, you should feel right at home. In the box, you will find a recipe guide, quick tips guide and the main manual. In addition, the Slushi comes in five main parts: the main base, vessel, auger, a drip tray (stored on the left side of the base), and the evaporator. As with other Shark appliances, the assembly/disassembly is quite simple: everything slides into place as with ease, but it should be preinstalled when you receive it. Before for first use, you will need to at least have the unit unboxed and stored on the cabinet for two hours so the coolant will have time to level. Additionally, all the parts (except the base) will need to be hand washed and rinsed before you begin. Lastly, before you start your first few recipes, it is recommended that all of your ingredients are chilled thoroughly. I would also recommend you chill some cups as that will assist your drinks in lasting after dispensing. After you prepared the Slushi and are ready to go, you will note that the unit has five main presets: Slushi, Spiked Slush (alcohol content), Frappe, Milkshake, and Frozen Juice. In addition, each preset differs with respect to its temperature setting; however, you can also manually override the temperature to suit your needs. Supplemental to the presets, you will also need to pay attention to the sugar and alcohol content of your recipes; drinks need to at least contain 4% sugar (8g or more for 8 oz; 18g for 20oz). You should not have an issue with most of the fruit based drinks. Sugar substitutes are not recommended. For alcohol content, the drink needs to be between 2.8% to 16% (i.e. for 3 cups of liquid, max ½ cups of alcohol). I recommend for you to review the charts found within the recipe book. The Slushi will alert you if any of these requirements are not met. Lastly, keep in mind that this machine will only process liquid: you cannot put any solids inside this machine such as ice, fruit, vegetables, or ice cream. Also, do not use hot ingredients. For my tests, I wanted to use two different modes (slush and milkshake) to see how the machine will process different liquids. As such, all of my test ingredients were chilled overnight. I first began with the Slush setting and decided to use 6 cups (4-6 servings) of Hawaiian Punch; pressing the Slush preset set the temperature gage to illuminate three flashing bars. As the unit begin to turn, the process was quite exciting to see. For noise, the machine was not too loud; early on I did notice a slightly higher pitch noise, but it quickly subsided the longer machine was on. Once the Slushi is done, the machine will beep at you and the temperature gage will illuminate its respective level with solid LEDs. Once dispensing our drink, the consistency was fairly good, but certainly improved with our chilled cups. The slush also dispensed fairly well. Connectively, I was quite impressed with the flavor. It still tasted like it did before, but just slightly less sweet. It was quite refreshing! I would also like to note that since people will differ in their sugar preference, keep in mind that all the recipes will be less sweet than they were prior to freezing. For us, the Hawaiian Punch was perfect, but you may have to adjust accordingly if you are creating your own or modifying an included recipe. Overall, the slush results were really good and tasted great! As for my second test, I wanted to shift to using the Milkshake preset. Using the Vanilla Milkshake recipe, we first decided to do the smallest serving first (2-3 servings) as we weren’t sure how it would turn out. For our ingredients, we used Horizon Organic Milk and Heavy Cream and mixed everything in a large bowl; tasting it right before pouring it into vessel, we were surprised that it tasted really good. It was definitely sweet enough. Once we started the Slushi, the Milkshake preset defaults to 5 bars on the temperature gage. After roughly 30-40 minutes, for some reason, the machine beeped to signal it was finished, but the temperature gage was only lit for 3 bars instead of the original preset of 5. Accordingly, I went ahead and manually adjusted the temperature control back to 5, but it just would not hold at its specific default temperature level. Since the serving was small, I assumed that since the liquid was pushed up closer to the front, there wasn’t enough liquid to get a consistent temperature so the sensor was off. Nonetheless, we went ahead and dispensed what we had at a level 4 into our frozen cups. As for flavor, the milkshake was quite tasty, though it wasn’t thick. The consistency and texture was a bit lumpy, but improved in our chilled glass cups. As for my temperature issue, I decided to redo the recipe but increased it to the 4-6 serving. Once we filled up the vessel, I was quite shocked to see that it was just slightly under the max fill line; naturally, the volume will increase as liquid begins to chill so it still had room to operate. As for my temperature issue as noted before, this time the Slushi beeped at its appropriate level and held the 5 bars for a few minutes, only to back off again as it dropped down to 4. I fiddled with it manually a few more times; setting it up to 7 at one point thinking that it would drop to 5 but to no avail. My last attempt actually did reach the appropriate correct level and held it for a few minutes, but unfortunately it dropped back down to 4. Nonetheless, I am not sure what exactly occurred, and while I would hope it’s just an isolated issue, it is certainly possible that it could be default behavior for this preset since you would still need the milkshake to flow to facilitate dispensing. As for the second milkshake, the texture was a bit better but it still had a lumpy texture to it as before. Overall, if you are expecting thick milkshakes, you will be disappointed, though the vanilla recipe did taste really good. However, your results might be better than what I observed here. As for cleanup, the Slushi is pretty straightforward. After you have dispensed all of your liquid, you can then fill the unit with hot water to the max line and press the rinse setting. You will need to have a large bowl to capture all the water. We went ahead repeated this about 3 times and then disassembled the unit to hand wash the components. In addition, I also recommend that once you clean and dry all the parts to leave them out overnight to air dry so that the scents from your drinks have a chance to dissipate. After our milkshake, we could still smell the vanilla just slightly but was gone the next day. In conclusion, the Shark Slushi is an exciting product that I think is worth a look. It certainly has a lot going for it and has the opportunity to provide endless drink possibilities. In addition, the fruit slush we created was quite exceptional and we cannot wait to come up with our own recipes. As for the milkshake, while we were happy with the included recipe, the results were a little disappointing as we were assuming it would be a thicker milkshake. Granted, we can certainly experiment with other recipes so results may improve here. I would just caution you to keep your expectations within reason since the Slushi seems to be mainly designed for slushes and/or alcoholic beverages to be enjoyed at home as opposed to milkshakes. With that said, I think most will be extremely excited with the Slushi. Thus, the Slushi comes recommended.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Drink quality, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ninja slushy

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    Its great and works very well my ice drinks come out prefect and great for get togethers

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Ease of use
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Full flavored homemade frozen drinks? Yes please!

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    I’ve been impressed with this Ninja SLUSHi maker's ease of use and how much fun it’s brought to making frozen drinks at home, but there are a few things to consider before buying. One of the best things about this machine is how straightforward it is. It has preset options for slush, spiked slush, frappé, frozen juice, and milkshakes. This makes it really simple to create a variety of drinks, whether you’re making something fruity for the kids or a frozen cocktail for adults. I really appreciate that you don’t need ice, as this prevents drinks from becoming watered down. Drinks are full flavored which is something I’ve noticed especially with cocktails—the difference in taste is significant compared to using a blender with ice, so you may need to adjust the recipe some for drinks with more potent flavors or ingredients. The kids, they absolutely love it. The machine’s clear container lets them watch the liquid slowly transform into slush. They enjoy experimenting with different juices and drinks, and it’s great to see them get excited about making their own creations. Just note you can only use liquids, so no ice, fruit, or any other solids. Its large 64-ounce capacity makes it great for serving multiple people, and the fact that it can run for 12 hours is a huge plus for parties. I’ve had it running through a few gatherings, and guests love being able to serve themselves using the easy-pull handle. The only issue I’ve run into is that the drink doesn’t always pour smoothly. Sometimes the slush comes out in chunks rather than a steady flow, which can be a little annoying, especially when serving multiple people at once. Still, it’s a minor issue that’s easy to work around. One thing that caught me off guard is the machine is a little tall (and heavy), and depending on your kitchen setup, it might not fit easily under some cabinets. So you may need to find a dedicated spot on the counter because moving it in and out of storage might be a hassle due to its height and weight (about 25lbs). If you’re tight on counter space or have low cabinets, you’ll want to measure first to ensure it’ll fit. Once I found a spot for it, I didn’t mind leaving it out because we use it frequently enough, but it’s something to consider. Another factor to keep in mind is the noise level. While it’s not overwhelmingly loud, you can definitely hear it running. It’s comparable to maybe a mixer on low speed. It’s not a dealbreaker, but if you’re planning to use it indoors in a quiet space, the sound might stand out more than you’d expect. During parties or with some background noise, it blends in pretty easily though. Overall, I’m happy with it. It’s been a fun way to make frozen drinks for both kids and adults, and it adds a lot of convenience when hosting guests. The versatility of the presets, combined with the fact that it doesn’t require ice, makes it really convenient and more likely to get use. Despite its size and the occasional clumpy pour, it’s been a worthwhile investment for us. If you’ve got enough space for it and don’t mind a bit of noise, it’s a great addition for anyone who enjoys frozen drinks.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Cleaning
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Slushy Maker with a Few Faults

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    Honestly, I wasn’t sure what to expect with the Ninja SLUSHi Frozen Drink Maker. I had a hard time believing that a $300 machine could make a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic slushes. I was pleasantly surprised as I made a number of frozen drinks. Using the included recipe book, I made basic frozen root beer. Just poured it into the machine and 20 or so minutes later, a nice refreshing frozen drink. Then I moved on to frose. After adding the ingredients, selecting the correct setting, and waiting for 30 mins or so, we had a wonderful tasting alcoholic beverage. Easy peasy! I did encounter a little bit of an issue making a frozen coffee drink (following the recipe). The mixture froze thick to the chiller and the paddle was unable to scrape it off. The machine made a weird sound and wiggles some, but turning the machine off, waiting a minute, and turning it back on seemed to allow the mix to thaw just enough to work. Cleaning is relatively easy as you pour warm water into the machine and select the clean cycle. Warning though as when you pull the handle to release the water, it comes out fast! Can easily make a mess if not ready. Then just hand wash a few parts and you are good to go again. Only a few issues with the machine so far. First, it’s better to make the largest amount possible for the best result. Making a half batch of slush struggles as the machine is unable to “push” the slush through the spout when the handle is pulled. Seems there is not enough force on the slush from the paddle to push it out. You end up with slush left in the machine. Secondly, although following the cleaning instructions, the tank easily discolors with certain liquids. Although just cosmetic, disappointing for a $300 machine. And lastly, there are some very small nooks and crannies in the tank where mold seems to grow. In reaching this problem, it seems a number of owners are experiencing the same issues. A water pick seems to help blast the nasty out, but again, being able to more easily clean the tank is expected on an appliance this costly. Overall though, the Ninja SLUSHi is a great machine to create some wonderful frozen drinks that kids, and adults, will enjoy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Cleaning
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Help us survive the heat!

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    I gotta say I got the Ninja Slushi at the best(worst?) time. We were already without power for 5 days after the hurricane passed and it was upper 80's and humid all week. We ended up buying a generator and the Slushi came in the same day the generator did and the Slushi stole the show, lol. So, we had no ice - it was sold out everywhere - both out fridge and our freezer had to be emptied. So we only had warm or very warm options for drinks to cool down with. The Slushi took care of us. My first run was with one of the prepped smoothie drinks of strawberry and banana (other fruits weren't listed in the description but were in the ingredients and really messed up the flavor). After roughly 20 min on frozen juice pre-set and a setting of 3 for the temp we had a nice cooling refreshing drink. Perfect texture and flow. Second test was with my daughter's drink. Some kind of watermelon drink she brought from a convenience store on her way to visit us. I used the slush setting and 3, but that was a bit too cold and came out too firm. We used the same setting with a tropical punch and had the same result. I think I'll try 1 and move to 2 if that doesn't look good enough. Cleaning was pretty easy, but since we didn't have hot water, I had to wait for the cylinder to warm up before rinsing. We're slowly replenishing our refrigerator after getting power back so we'll be testing more drinks in the upcoming weeks. We went 5 days without power and 3 days on a small 4000w generator to run a small window AC and various electronics. The Slushi is now an essential survival tool for my household! I would have taken pics but we were too eager to cool down to show off our drinks, lol.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Party Style Slushy

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    The Ninja Slushi, a small kitchen appliance, is designed to create a variety of delicious frozen beverages at home. Its large capacity (64 oz) allows you to make a large batch of slushies at once. Ninja Slushi has a powerful motor that helps make it great for frozen drinks and cocktails in minutes. The five presets, Slush, Spiked Slush, Milkshake, Frappes, and Frozen Juice, use RapidChill Technology to determine the perfect temperature for the ideal frozen drink. Ice is never needed with this machine. In addition to slushies, Ninja products are known for their durability, and the Slushi maker follows that trend, offering consistent performance. The noise from the powerful motor is noticeable but not disruptive in a quiet setting. The aesthetics of the Ninja Slushi are appealing. The Ninja Slushi colors and design are pleasantly elegant. While the quality justifies the price, it might only fit some budgets. The Ninja Slushi is perfect for people who love making frozen drinks at home and want the versatility of a machine that can handle more than just slushies. It’s great for families, party hosts, or anyone looking to make quick, customizable frozen beverages. It’s also a good option for those who enjoy experimenting with different flavor combinations and textures.  I experimented with a Coke slushy, a spiked mango slushy, and even a chocolate milkshake.  The preset controls for the frozen drinks I just mentioned worked flawlessly.  The thickness and the texture of the drinks poured from the Ninja Slushi were consistent throughout and compatible with a slushy from a restaurant or bar.  I also experimented with a mango margarita wine cocktail with 13.9% alcohol. The Ninja Slushi chilled the mango margarita wine cocktail but did not freeze it. I tried it a couple of times by adding sugar and water to the margarita wine, but it did not get to a slushy consistency. The margarita wine I used had little sugar. This Ninja Slushi can not make slushy drinks without sugar, either in the liquid mix or by adding granulated sugar. This may pose a problem for consumers who have to limit their sugar intake. I also experimented with operating the Ninja Slushi on the deck of my outdoor pool. Because of the warm weather, the Ninja Slushi did not create slush drinks. The Ninja Slushi has to be in an indoor setting to make slush drinks consistently. Cleaning the Ninja Slushi was a breeze.   After finishing the frozen drinks, I rinsed the clear plastic container by pouring hot water and pressing the rinse control button.  After a few minutes, I stopped the motor to turn off the Ninja Slushi. I removed the plastic container, blade, and condensation catch. I washed them with mild soap and water and towel-dried all the parts.  I would not recommend placing the Ninja Slushi parts in a dishwasher. The heating cycle in the dishwasher might cloud the clear plastic container. The Ninja Slushi is a solid choice if you’re looking for a reliable, easy-to-use machine that can handle multiple frozen drink tasks.  It deserves a place on your countertop.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent for at home frozen concoctions

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    The Ninja SLUSHi Frozen Drink Maker is an absolute must have for slushie and frozen drink lovers. I used this machine extensively, and here's why it's a great addition to any kitchen or home bar. The Arctic Blue & Gray color scheme is sleek and modern, making it a stylish appliance on any countertop. It’s well-built with durable materials, and the 88 oz. pitcher is large enough to serve several people in one go, perfect for parties or family gatherings. The 5-in-1 functionality really sets this machine apart. It has five preset programs: Slushie, Milkshake, Frozen Drink, Snow Cone, and Refresher, each tailored to create the perfect texture. I tested each setting, and it nailed the consistency every time. Whether I wanted a smooth margarita or a snow cone, the Ninja delivered. The machine is incredibly user-friendly. The touch controls are intuitive, and the preset programs take the guesswork out of creating different drinks. It’s easy to load with ice and liquids, and cleanup is a breeze thanks to its dishwasher-safe parts. The included recipe guide was a fun bonus, sparking creative drink ideas.What impressed me most was how versatile this machine is. It can handle a wide range of drinks, from kid-friendly slushies to adult frozen cocktails, and even protein shakes. The fact that it does more than just one type of frozen beverage makes it a true multi-purpose machine.It’s a bit loud when crushing ice, but that's expected with machines of this kind. However, it wasn’t so noisy that it disrupted conversations or entertainment in the kitchen.I highly recommend it to anyone looking to upgrade their kitchen gadget collection.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A+ ninga

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    I love this item i purchased i always use it ,and it works great

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Juice of fruit

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    It been a month I am using this it is fantastic and works perfectly

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Party time

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    I love it.. im getting LIT every night.. wait wait.. drink responsibly my friends. Now back to the fun lol.. Great product for great nights with family and friends.. Love it so much, 3 of my friends decided to get their own.. They were jealous.. I was having too much fun at my house.. Thank you best buy.. Thank you Ninja..

    I would recommend this to a friend