How it works
There’s no ice involved. The SLUSHi chills the drink around a cooled cylinder while an auger keeps stirring, so it freezes gradually instead of being watered down. Presets cover slush, spiked slush, frappé, milkshake and frozen juice.
How long does it take?
Ninja quotes as little as 15 minutes, but reviewers found that bigger batches, warmer starting liquid and certain ingredients can push it towards an hour. Once it’s ready, it can hold drinks at serving consistency for hours, which is why reviewers call it a party machine.
The catches
- Sugar matters: reviewers warn that drinks need enough sugar (or alcohol in frozen-cocktail mode) to slush properly; plain water just turns to ice.
- Minimum batch size: you can’t make a single small glass.
- It’s big: measure your counter and cupboards first.
- Expect some trial and error with thickness settings.
Volt’s take
Reviewers from CNN Underscored to Gulf News were positive for households that regularly make frozen drinks or host often. For the occasional slushie, a blender is cheaper and smaller. Find it in our kitchen gadget finder.
Last updated: 14 October 2026
