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Ninja CI100 Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Power:850 WCordless:noWeight:2 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Ninja CI100 Review: Compare 40 technical specifications, 1 expert reviews and 2 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Ninja CI100
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, ratings from across the web and best-of lists.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 65%, User score 25%, List score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 70% of models
Score components

65%

7.0

Technical score

25%

9.1

User score

10%

8.5

List score

▲Better than 70% of immersion blenders
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the immersion blender's overall rating with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for an immersion blender with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 51% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

▲Better than 51%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 65% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 57% of models
Score components

45%

7.2

Performance

20%

7.5

Accessories

15%

6.7

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

7.2

Dimensions

▲Better than 57%
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 10
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What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 83% of models

70%

9.0

Rating

30%

9.2

Popularity

▲Better than 83%
8.5

List score

List score
8.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 10% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (2)
List score: in 2 of 29 lists (7%)
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Technical Specifications of immersion blender Ninja CI100

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 65% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 57% of models
Score components:

45%

7.2

Performance

20%

7.5

Accessories

15%

6.7

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

7.2

Dimensions

7.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the immersion blender's overall rating with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for an immersion blender with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 51% of models
Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

7.8
Power
850 W
Market range: <200 W – >1.2k W
This immersion blender delivers 850 W of motor power, which is higher than the rated wattage of 63.3% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 1.4% of immersion blenders.
Number of speeds
1
Market range: <1 – >21
This immersion blender features 1 speed levels, which is less adjustable than 79.1% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 20.9% of immersion blenders.
Stepless variable speed
no
This immersion blender does not feature stepless variable speed control.
Turbo mode
yes
This immersion blender supports turbo mode.
Maximum RPM
15,500 RPM
Market range: <10k RPM – >20k RPM
This immersion blender spins up to 15,500 RPM, which is faster than the top blade speed of 71% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 1.7% of immersion blenders.
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Commercial use
no
This immersion blender not designed for commercial use.
Dishwasher-safe parts
yes
This immersion blender has dishwasher-safe parts.
Safety lock
no
This immersion blender does not feature a safety lock.
Cordless
no
This immersion blender does not support cordless operation.
Battery type
-
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Number of accessories
4
Market range: <1 – >6
This immersion blender comes with 4 attachments, which is more versatile than 83% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 11.4% of immersion blenders.
Chopper included
yes
This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment.
Chopper capacity
700 ml
Market range: <350 ml – >700 ml
This immersion blender provides a chopper capacity of 700 ml, which is more spacious than the mini-chopper of 86.9% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 2.4% of immersion blenders.
Measuring cup/glass included
no
This immersion blender does not include the measuring cup.
Measuring cup/glass capacity
-
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Shaft material
Stainless steel
Blade material
Stainless steel
Body material
Plastic
Detachable shaft
yes
This immersion blender supports a detachable shaft.
No-splash design
yes
This immersion blender supports a no-splash design.
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Power cord length
1.5 m
Market range: <1 m – >2.5 m
This immersion blender has a power cord length of 1.5 m, which is longer reach than 63.7% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 12.3% of immersion blenders.
Weight
2 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 2 kg, which is heavier in hand than 85.1% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 2.3% of immersion blenders.
Height
40.4 cm
Market range: <28 cm – >48 cm
This immersion blender stands 40.4 cm in height, which is taller than 57.6% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.5% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
7

Ninja CI100 vs the average immersion blender

246810TotalPerformanceUsabilityAccessoriesDesignDimensions
  • 2 more accessories
    This immersion blender handles whisking, chopping, and mashing right out of the box without separate appliance purchases compared to the average immersion blender (4 vs 2).
    4 vs 2
  • 200 ml larger chopper volume
    This immersion blender chops whole onions, large bunches of herbs, and portions of meat in a single batch without overloading compared to the average immersion blender (700 ml vs 500 ml).
    700 ml vs 500 ml
  • Includes the chopper attachment
    This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 1 more blade points
    This immersion blender draws food inwards from multiple angles for faster, more uniform pureeing inside deep cooking pots than the average immersion blender (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 1,000 RPM higher blade speed
    This immersion blender shears through cooked vegetables faster, producing silky lump-free emulsified textures in seconds compared to the average immersion blender (15,500 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    15,500 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 150 W more motor power
    This immersion blender purees dense root vegetables and fibrous soups directly in hot pans with greater torque and less stalling than the average immersion blender (850 W vs 700 W).
    850 W vs 700 W
  • 0.3 m longer power cord
    This immersion blender reaches easily from distant wall sockets straight to your cooktop without pulling taut compared to the average immersion blender (1.5 m vs 1.2 m).
    1.5 m vs 1.2 m
  • 15.2% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 83% of models

    70%

    9.0

    Rating

    30%

    9.2

    Popularity

    9.1 vs 7.9
  • 15.2% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 83% of models

    70%

    9.0

    Rating

    30%

    9.2

    Popularity

    9.1 vs 7.9
  • 1 more blade points
    This immersion blender draws food inwards from multiple angles for faster, more uniform pureeing inside deep cooking pots than the average immersion blender (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 1,000 RPM higher blade speed
    This immersion blender shears through cooked vegetables faster, producing silky lump-free emulsified textures in seconds compared to the average immersion blender (15,500 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    15,500 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 150 W more motor power
    This immersion blender purees dense root vegetables and fibrous soups directly in hot pans with greater torque and less stalling than the average immersion blender (850 W vs 700 W).
    850 W vs 700 W
  • 2 more accessories
    This immersion blender handles whisking, chopping, and mashing right out of the box without separate appliance purchases compared to the average immersion blender (4 vs 2).
    4 vs 2
  • 200 ml larger chopper volume
    This immersion blender chops whole onions, large bunches of herbs, and portions of meat in a single batch without overloading compared to the average immersion blender (700 ml vs 500 ml).
    700 ml vs 500 ml
  • Includes the chopper attachment
    This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 0.3 m longer power cord
    This immersion blender reaches easily from distant wall sockets straight to your cooktop without pulling taut compared to the average immersion blender (1.5 m vs 1.2 m).
    1.5 m vs 1.2 m
  • Does not include the measuring cup
    This immersion blender does not include the measuring cup while the average immersion blender does.
  • Does not support a non-slip handle coating or grip
    This immersion blender does not support a non-slip handle coating or grip while the average immersion blender does.
  • 83.7% heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (2 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    2 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • Is not stated as BPA-free
    This immersion blender is not stated as BPA-free while the average immersion blender is.
  • 1 speed levels fewer
    This immersion blender has fewer speed increments, giving less nuance between gentle stirring and intense pureeing compared to the average immersion blender (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 2.44x more expensive
    Ninja CI100 is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£110 vs £45).
    £110 vs £45
  • 0.4 cm taller wand profile
    This immersion blender has a longer body that may require separating the motor and wand for drawer storage compared to the average immersion blender (40.4 cm vs 40 cm).
    40.4 cm vs 40 cm
  • 2.44x more expensive
    Ninja CI100 is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£110 vs £45).
    £110 vs £45
  • 1 speed levels fewer
    This immersion blender has fewer speed increments, giving less nuance between gentle stirring and intense pureeing compared to the average immersion blender (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • Does not include the measuring cup
    This immersion blender does not include the measuring cup while the average immersion blender does.
  • Does not support a non-slip handle coating or grip
    This immersion blender does not support a non-slip handle coating or grip while the average immersion blender does.
  • Is not stated as BPA-free
    This immersion blender is not stated as BPA-free while the average immersion blender is.
  • 83.7% heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (2 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    2 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 0.4 cm taller wand profile
    This immersion blender has a longer body that may require separating the motor and wand for drawer storage compared to the average immersion blender (40.4 cm vs 40 cm).
    40.4 cm vs 40 cm

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.6
chip.de
✓ explicit
23/11/2023
Lab test · Stick blender
Verdict
The Ninja CI100 Foodi 3-in-1 is a stick blender with a long cord and whisk, chopper and hand mixer attachments, but it is heavy and loud.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Ninja CI100

  • Versatile 3-in-1 design saves kitchen storage space by replacing a separate hand blender, mixer, and chopper
  • Powerful 850W motor easily handles thick mixtures, doughs, and fibrous ingredients
  • Smart PowerBase technology automatically recognizes the attached accessory and optimizes speed settings
  • Most accessories are top-rack dishwasher safe, making the cleanup process quick and simple
  • Sturdy, robust build quality and durable attachment design
  • Quiet operation compared to many traditional hand blenders

What customers don't like about Ninja CI100

  • The main unit is somewhat heavy, which can cause hand and arm fatigue during extended use
  • Requires continuously holding down the power button to operate, adding to physical strain
  • The blender head design makes it difficult to efficiently blend small food portions or navigate tightly in narrow beakers
  • Water can occasionally get trapped inside structural cavities and attachment heads during washing
  • Lacks manual variable speed control dial when in standard immersion blender mode
  • Not well-suited for crushing heavy ice chunks

Verdict

The Ninja CI100 is a versatile 3-in-1 multi-cooker system featuring a powerful 850W SmartTorque motor base that drives an immersion blender, a hand mixer (with beaters and a balloon whisk), and a 700ml food chopper attachment. Its core characteristics include a 1.5-meter power cord, a weight of 1.4 kg, and intelligent PowerBase technology that automatically recognizes the connected accessory to optimize speeds, offering 2 blending speeds, 5 mixing speeds, and a gradual-start function alongside a turbo mode. Key pros include its space-saving multifunctionality, exceptional power to breeze through thick mixtures, a built-in pan guard to protect cookware from scratching, and top-rack dishwasher-safe components for effortless cleanup. On the downside, the main power unit can feel somewhat heavy during extended use, the blending attachment lacks manual speed variability outside of the basic low and turbo settings, and some users note the blending beaker lacks a convenient handle.

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