Talk about a game changer—the Ninja SLUSHi completely changed the way I make drinks at home. No more late-night runs to gas stations or convenience stores. It’s fast, easy, and honestly one of the best purchases I’ve made.
But let’s be real—there’s a serious flaw that Ninja completely ignored.
This could’ve been a 5-star product—but the Clear Vessel design completely ruins it. Liquid and residue get trapped in areas you cannot reach or properly clean. Even after washing, buildup stays hidden in the seams. That’s a serious health risk—mold and bacteria can grow where you can't reach.
Response from sharkninja.comBy SharkNinja, April 8, 2026
Hi there,
Thank you for sharing your honest feedback about the SLUSHi.
We understand your concerns regarding cleaning and residue buildup, and we sincerely apologize for the discomfort this has caused. To help address this, we encourage you to review the cleaning guide attached below, which outlines proper disassembly and cleaning steps to ensure all components are maintained safely. If you continue to have concerns, our support team would be happy to assist. Our goal is for you to feel confident using the SLUSHi to easily create drinks while enjoying a cleanup process that’s just as effortless. We truly appreciate your feedback, as it helps us continue to improve and better support our customers.
Not sure if I have a faulty machine or what but my machine won’t dispense any kind of slush. I’ve tried multiple liquid types all sugar levels all tips in the booklet. Nothing will dispense no matter how low you turn the chill setting. Debated 2 years on buying this and wanted it so bad but now it’s just an expensive piece for the dumpster.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from sharkninja.comBy SharkNinja, March 30, 2026
Hi there,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
We’re devastated to hear that your machine isn’t dispensing slush, especially after looking forward to it for so long. We understand how frustrating this experience must be, this definitely isn’t the performance we want for you. We’d love to take a closer look at what’s going on and help get your machine working properly. Please visit our support page via the link below, where you’ll find step-by-step guidance to troubleshoot and resolve the problem. Our team is here to support you every step of the way.
I had been debating about buying this, finally decided to get it. My husband and I are really enjoying this and it will be great this summer! Easy to use and clean, can't wait to enjoy frozen drinks this summer.
I was so excited to buy this machine shortly after it came out in the summer of 2024. We loved it. Recently it started leaking a brown substance from the bottom. Unfortunately my warranty is expired & the only choice I have is to trash it - and/or invest in a brand new machine. I am heartbroken. This machine is a bit pricey to only last 18 months. Not sure that I want to spend this kind of money on a replacement or any other Ninja products with such a short lifespan.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from sharkninja.comBy Sharkninja, February 20, 2026
Hi Jax,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Feeling excited about a new machine, enjoying it for over a year, and then discovering a brown leak from the bottom, especially once the warranty has expired, can be incredibly disappointing. Investing in a product you loved only to face an issue like this after 18 months is understandably disheartening, and your concerns about longevity and value carry a lot of weight. Feedback like yours is truly important, and it will be passed along to the relevant teams for review.
I got this as an early birthday gift and I absolutely love it. There is a little trial and error with certain recipes, but with the recipe book of tips and tricks and multiple online forums it’s easy to overcome.