Customer Ratings & Reviews

We’ve been planning a string of events for the summer but wanted to get something to help in the hosting that would be more than an alcoholic drink machine, so we could have fun for all ages and preferences. I had been eyeing the Slushie machines for a while, so when I saw Ninja was releasing a Larger Slushie machine I finally decided to grab one. Pros: - SLUSHASSIT makes it easy. - Makes perfect slushie consistency with almost any drink. - Cleanup is easy. Cons: - None. Setup: Setup is straight forward thanks to all the included stickers on the device. Ninja knows you probably won’t reach for the manual first, so they’ve smartly placed stickers to guide you through the first setup. The most important sticker not to miss is the one about letting the SLUSHi sit for 2 hours before plugging it after moving it. This is to ensure any coolant that might have moved up through the compressor during moving settles back into the tank, same rules apply for any cooling device with a compressor. While I waited, I washed all the parts that would be in contact with the drink per recommendations by the sticker on the drink container (also mentioned in the manual). Once dry, I reassembled the machine. Use: After waiting the 2 hours for the coolant to settle, I decided to try the most straight forward approach of just adding a drink and seeing how it went. Surprisingly, it turned out near perfect. I went with a Coconut Mocha Coffee with Coconut Milk, I did 14cups of brewed coffee that I mixed with one can of Coconut Milk then let sit until room temperature. I poured that into the drink vessel, then turned on the power and pressed the SLUSHASSIST. The “Sensing” message appeared on the display above the temperature settings. After about 15 minutes, the machine beeped and the message changed to “Add Sugar”, which led me to double check the quicks start guide for the instructions. The message is a “Low-Sugar Alert”, which means there isn’t enough sugar in the mixture to make the slushie. Ninja recommends adding 2 tablespoons of sugar for every 8oz of liquid. The sugar can be simple syrup, flavored syrup, honey, agave nectar, maple syrup, grenadine, or allulose syrup for diet/low sugar. You can make a simple sugared drink by mixing 2 tablespoons of your granulated sugar (cane/coconut/date) with 8oz of the liquid and pour that back into the machine until you reach the correct sugar content. Once you’ve added your sweetener just press the SLUSHASSIST again to clear the message and continue. The same can be said for alcoholic drinks, if your mixture is over 20% alcohol by volume the SLUSHASSIST will give you the warning of needing more water, which can be off set with a simple syrup or mixer. I’ve got a party coming up where I plan to make something spiked, possibly a Hard Lemonade or Sour Beer based on input from the guests. I know either way, it is going to be a hit. After adding the sugar, it took about 20mins for the machine to beep again with the message “Enjoy”! All told it took about ~40 minutes to go from liquid to slushie with a roughly ¾ full drink vessel. I was very impressed with how easy the SLUSHi machine made making slushies, the machine does all the work, you just must add the ingredients. Drinks Results: The Coffee & Coconut Milk turned out great, the consistency was smoother than a blended coffee drink that you can get at a coffee shop. Taste will be more based on your ingredients and preferences, but I found the taste great based on the sweetness ratio needed by the machine. Balancing sweetness will be easier than just reducing the amount of sugar due to the option of using alternative sweeteners like honey or agave nectar. I’ve also tried a Gava Juice, 100% Cherry Juice with Sprite, and a Root Beer soda. In all cases, I used roughly the same steps except for adding sugar, as all the drinks had enough sugar already in them. The SLUSHASSIST option made the perfect consistency with no modification needed. I think when I do an alcoholic or milk-based drink, I might need to tweak the mixture for taste but will probably still mostly use the SLUSHASSIST setting for ease. Cleaning: Cleaning was easy; first you want to empty the remaining drink mix, then do a warm water rinse to get the rest out using the Rinse setting. Once most of the remaining drink has been removed, release the bail handle on top to remove the drink vessel for washing. Some liquid will drip into the center drip tray while removing the drink vessel and auger device. Then remove the auger device. Wash and wipe dry the central metal cylinder, the evaporator, removing any leftover drink mix. Then remove the central drip tray and front drip tray to wash. It is a lot less effort than it seems. Additionally, the spout section cap can come off for easier cleaning around the spout. It usually took me no more than 15-20 minutes to empty and clean after each use. Conclusion: If you want a fun way to stay cool this summer, while making up some of the best slushies with minimal effort, the Ninja SLUSHi is the way to go. The SLUSHASSIST is the star of the party, taking any drink, and turning it into a perfectly consistent slushie. You don’t have to worry about making the perfect mixture, as the SLUSHASSIST will handle the balance. We’ve already got a 10+ running list of things we want to try this summer, and I only expect that to continue to grow.

Very impressive appliance! I highly recommend it for those who love frozen drinks and milkshakes alike. I was extremely surprised by how easy the machine was to use and learn, which is definitely the biggest highlight of this appliance, in my opinion. The quick start guide is very helpful in getting the machine setup and ready to go, but most helpful is the included recipe book which includes extremely helpful guidance for making up one’s own recipes. I started right out the gate making my own concoction of a non-alcohol mojito drink with a zero sugar pop. I used pomegranate juice for the required sugar and it turned out perfect. Jumping straight into making up my own drink recipe was intimidating at first, but between the recipe guide book and the SlushAssist setting on the machine, it was a piece of cake. In the week of using the SlushiXL I made the mocktail mojito slushie of my own recipe, a coffee frappé (following the included recipe), a strawberry protein milkshake, and a Sangria slushie. All turned out so well and were delicious! I’m not much of a coffee drinker, and only drink it iced/frozen, but the frappé turned out so good, it has about turned me into a daily coffee drinker now. The Sangria slushie was incredibly easy to make. I just poured a bottle of Sangria in the machine, selected the spiked setting, and voilà! - it turned out perfectly! If I had any complaints about the machine, the only one would be the quietness of the beep sound to let you know that the drink is ready to consume. It is very quiet and practically unnoticeable. Other than that I have no complaints. Some other things that I found impressive, and noteworthy, with the Ninja SlushXL was how quickly it made the drinks, the overall quietness of the machine while in use, the ease of cleaning the machine after use (the design of the machine and the rinse setting both make it SUPER easy), and the length of the cord is excellent. Additionally, the capacity of the machine lives up to the XL in its name. I was a bit concerned by the size at first, but the minimum drink size is perfect for 2 people (or two large sized drinks for one person lol). If you are looking for a more single size serving machine, then there is a smaller size version of the NinjaSlushi available too. The Ninja SlushiXL is great for 2 people or more, and makes drinks so quickly that I imagine it would be excellent for small gatherings as well. Overall, a very fun and very impressive appliance.

Growing up near a convenience store I always found myself with a slushi in my hands on hot summer days. It was a great treat and I never imagined I would have something in my house that could make the same delicious treats. The Ninja Slushi XL has exceeded my expectations. First thing to note is how easy it is to set up. You pull it out of the box and then remove all the stickers and tape from the outside. Each of the stickers has a nice little tip on it to help you with set up or even ongoing use. I even left a couple on the machine just to remind me of certain pieces of information. The next step in the process is to clean the removable elements of the machine. After I washed them I placed them back onto the refrigerated cylinder, locked it into place and then plugged the unit in. We decided to go with one of the recipes from the Quick Start Guide for our first slushi. I pulled three cans of soda from the fridge and measured them out. It ended up being approximately 4.5 cups of soda. Now, I was using zero sugar soda and the slushi machine requires approximately 4.5% sugar in the liquid mixture. There are some easy suggestions to add sugar content to your low sugar drink mix. I ended up just using some grenadine and turning it into a cherry cola soda slushi. I did get the warning that it was low sugar, but after I restarted the machine, it immediately started freezing the drink. I started hearing chunks of the drink clinking around in the machine as it created ice, but the longer it spun, the more slushi-like the recipe became. I was shocked at how easy it was to create and enjoy frozen drinks without having to venture to a local gas station. The only downside to this machine is how large it is. It is so tall that it won’t fit on under my kitchen cabinets. The good news is that you aren’t confined to needing to be near a water source since you add all the ingredients to the machine manually. Creating the soda slushi took close to 60 minutes and when it was done, it was a little more frozen than I expected. It didn’t dispense easily. I tried turning the temperature down, but it still dispensed very slowly. After I used the smart slushi mode, I switched to just ‘slush’ and it seemed to push out the mix a bit easier and quicker. I don’t see this as a deal breaker, but it’s something to plan for with you recipe. I’m really looking forward to making more recipes as the summer months roll in.

I've had the Ninja SLUSHI XL Smart Frozen Drink Maker for about a week now, and I think it's the coolest thing ever. When I first brought it home I thought, whoa this thing is big! But once I got it out of the box and set up, it doesn't take up too much space on our counter. It's just slightly bigger than a coffee machine. Anywho, it's got great build quality and it's easy to take apart for cleaning up after you finish your frozen beverages. My wife and I enjoy drinking frozen Jack and Coke's whenever we see them at restaurants or bars, so naturally.. It's the first drink we had to make with this Slushi machine. It comes with a small recipe book for trying out drinks. I followed the recommended measurements for making a spiked frozen drink and it came out perfect. The Ninja Sushi maker had us sipping our favorite drink in about 10-15 minutes. I was honestly surprised at how quick the drink was ready after pouring everything into the machine and starting it up. The consistency of the slushi was perfect, when using the "smart"slush assist mode. I can't wait to use this for party's and get togethers. I am sure it is going to be a hit. Who doesn't love a good frozen drink? The best thing about this machine is that you can use it to slush almost anything. Cold coffee, sodas, juice, alcohol, milkshakes! It kind of makes me feel like a kid again lol. I used to love blending ice into my drinks all the time as a kid. If you have kids, I think they will love this machine as well. As far as build quality, If you've owned Ninja products before, than you'll know what to expect out of this product. Every ninja appliance I have ever owned is always very reliable and long lasting. I always get a few years of use out of Ninja products and this machine looks and feels like it will make slushes for my family and I for years to come. Pros: Makes slushes quickly! Will make slushes, frappe's. milkshakes, it can freeze just about any cold beverage It is super easy to disassemble and clean Cons: Will make you drink sugar more often lol All in All, I have to say that I really enjoy having this machine in our home and if you are looking for a machine to make frozen drinks and treats. Look no further, I think you will love it as well.

This Ninja SlushiXL is my favorite new kitchen appliance. I have made so many goodies with this for the grandkids and myself over the last week or two. We have made slushies out of our favorite soda, milkshakes, strawberry daiquiris without the alcohol of course, and then we even made a few things that do not have names yet. We added puréed strawberries, puréed blueberries, and puréed raspberries, along with sweetened condensed milk, heavy whipping cream, and milk. What it made was a very berry milkshake. The box contained the Ninja Slushi XL and the drip tray, along with all the paperwork. The setup was simple. Wash the vessel and removable parts, and get ready to make something good! You do have to let it set for 2 hours before you turn it on if it has been moved or anything. The process to use it is so easy. You read the section of the manual that you want to use, whether it’s alcoholic beverages, fruit juices, soda, or straight up slushies and pour the mixture in and turn it on. It has a chart for settings and time. The milkshake took 15 minutes. The soda Slushi took 10 minutes. The strawberry daiquiri took 20 minutes but it could have been served sooner, as it was the first thing I made. The cleanup is easy. Empty the machine by using the dispensing nozzle in the front. Then fill the vessel with water to the fill line. Put a large bowl under the dispensing nozzle and push the “Rinse” button. Then pull the dispensing handle slowly and drain all the water out. On milkshakes you make have to do it a couple of times. I did it 2 or 3. Then disassemble it and wash it. I will cherish this Ninja Slushi XL forever. It’s the most awesome thing in my kitchen!!

I've owned a lot of the Ninja devices that give you the ability to make a niche item quickly but they definitely can vary in how easy they are to use, whether setup, tear down, cleaning, or just general use, they can be as much of a handful as a convenience. But that's where this truly excels. To start: Packaging is only what it needs to be, contains the unit and some literature, nothing extra, no pieces that you're wondering how to use, and it doesn't need them. Setup: The machine comes apart in a few large pieces all of which are easy to clean and put back together. There's not 18 small parts that could get lost, really only just 4 main pieces that fit together seamlessly. Wash it, slide it back together, pour in your desired concoction and hit start Use: When you do start it you have the option of type of drink or letting the unit figure out out on it's own. I happened to put in Baja blast as where else can you get a Baja blast slushy except one notable restaurant. Even filling it full it was ready in less than 30 minutes which is faster than the literature stated. I did use the auto function instead of just choosing slushy and it was slightly more composed than I would prefer, fortunately that's adjustable and I ended up with a very good facsimile of what I expected. Cleanup Run the rinse cycle to make cleaning easier (just some hot water that you dump out almost immediately) then same as with set up, slide those 4 parts apart, clean, set aside. Overall This isn't a machine you'll use once then ignore, it's so easy that it doesn't lend itself to just that one "wow this is neat" moment but then you just don't want to deal with it again. In fact it's unused state is the same as the set up state so it's easy to just throw more ingredients in and hit start. I would happily recommend this to anyone that wants an easy, fun way to make frozen drinks.

I have the original slushie machine and I bought this for a party and it was a hit! I now use it at my salon to make margaritas for my clients. It freezes fast (way faster than the original) and easy to clean

Great product - it exceeded my expectations works great, fast, easy, and cleans up nicely/easily

I’ve been really impressed with the Ninja Slushie XL. It’s easy to use, freezes drinks quickly, and makes smooth, consistent slushies without needing ice. I’ve made frozen lemonades, sodas, and mocktails, and they’ve all turned out great. The settings are straightforward, cleanup is simple, and the larger capacity is perfect for serving family or friends. Overall, it’s a fun appliance that actually performs as advertised and gets used regularly.

So far very happy with this machine. We made pina coladas and it was super easy fast and delicious. This was a gift for my husband and he loves it. It looks huge but it fit on the counter top which was a plus.

The Ninja SLUSHi XL is a great option if you regularly make frozen drinks for family, parties, or get-togethers. The larger 128 oz capacity is the biggest advantage because you can make a substantial amount at once instead of constantly preparing smaller batches. It does a very good job creating smooth, consistent frozen drinks without needing to add ice, which helps keep the flavor from becoming watered down. Whether you’re making slushies, frozen lemonade, coffee drinks, or other frozen beverages, the texture comes out much closer to what you would expect from a commercial-style machine. The controls are straightforward, and once you understand the settings, the machine is easy to use. I also like that you can adjust the consistency depending on the type of drink you’re making. The large capacity makes it especially useful when serving several people because everyone can get a drink without having to wait for multiple batches. There are a few things to keep in mind. This is a fairly large appliance, so it takes up a noticeable amount of counter or storage space. It also isn’t something I would necessarily pull out just to make one small drink. The XL size makes much more sense for households that entertain often or simply go through frozen drinks quickly. Cleaning is manageable, although there are several parts involved, so it takes a little more effort than rinsing out a standard blender. I would recommend cleaning it soon after use, especially with sugary or dairy-based drinks, because that makes the process much easier. Overall, the Ninja SLUSHi XL is an impressive frozen drink maker. The large capacity, consistent texture, and ability to make frozen drinks without constantly adding ice are its biggest strengths. It is definitely a more specialized appliance, but if your family enjoys slushies or you frequently entertain guests, the extra capacity can make it well worth having. **Pros:** Huge 128 oz capacity, makes 10+ servings, smooth and consistent frozen drinks, no need to constantly add ice, adjustable consistency, easy controls, and great for parties or larger families. **Cons:** Takes up a good amount of counter space, more machine than you need for one or two drinks, cleanup takes some effort, and it is a fairly specialized appliance compared with a traditional blender.

Fast freezing, just pour in your fav pre mix drink and your set. Dont take but about 30 min and you have a slushi to die for. I will use this for a long time its well made easy to clean.

I saw something like this at a friend's place. Doing some research, I found this particular model. While it is rather large (just under 18" high and long, 5 1/2" wide), I can store it in the garage and bring it out for big occasions. We tried an online recipe and expected the frozen cocktail to take an hour or so to create. We were surprised 15 minutes later that the vodka/juice combination had already been ready. Be sure to follow instructions - not enough sugar (use Coke instead of Diet Coke) or too much alcohol may keep it from freezing. We had no problem. We look forward to using it many times throughout the year.

This has been an amazing machine, that works and runs perfectly. Easy to use and even easier to clean.

Awesome product and very easy to use. Makes slushies very quickly and the whole family loves it. Highly recommend.

Good for parties because of its larger capacity and it doesn't take that long for liquids to slush up.

Easy to use, freezes fast, refreshing in the heat of the summer, and easy to clean! Instant hit!

Awesome machine. Exploring new recipes for icees and milkshakes. Kids and family love it. Cleaning it is a breeze!

Way better than the smaller one. Larger batches and makes slushies faster. The smart slush feature is cool too

I love this machine! I have made frappacinos, frosties, soda icees and daiquiris. It has been used just about every day since I purchased it. The Smart Assist is a lifesaver. There is no guesswork. I literally place the ingredients in the machine and hit this button. Clean up is super easy. It is amazing!