Our take
The BL681A is a combination system rather than a standalone processor. Its guide lists a 64-ounce, eight-cup food-processor bowl in addition to a 72-ounce pitcher and smaller Nutri Ninja cups, plus processing blades and discs. That distinction makes it a useful comparison for shoppers who want both blending and bowl-based processing, without treating blender capacity as processor-bowl capacity.
A shopper who wants a combined blender/processor system and can use the distinct vessels and attachments described in the BL681A guide..
Skip it if you need one simple processor with few vessels to store, a dedicated meat-grinding assembly, or a verified current package tied to the historical Amazon ASIN.
Pros & cons
What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.
What works in its favor
- The BL681A guide identifies a separate 8-cup food-processor bowl and a larger 72-ounce pitcher.
- A reversible slice/shred disc and grating disc are listed for the system.
- The guide names a dough blade and Low/Dough speed as part of the documented processing tools.
What to weigh up
- The system includes distinct bowls, cups, lids and blade assemblies that should not be treated as interchangeable.
- The old Amazon ASIN and color clue are not verified as a current exact listing.
- A chopping blade that can grind meat does not establish a dedicated meat-grinder assembly.
The key details
| Model covered | BL681A family |
|---|---|
| Main bowl capacity | 8-cup processor bowl; 9-cup pitcher is separate |
| Small-batch bowl | No second small processor bowl documented |
| Slicing and shredding | Reversible slicing/shredding disc and grating disc |
| Special attachment | Chopping blade and dough blade; three manual speeds |
| Dough blade | Dedicated meat-grinder attachment not documented |
Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 4, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.
What the features mean for you
Separate the processor bowl from the pitcher
The BL681A guide lists a 72-ounce pitcher with a 64-ounce maximum liquid level, a separate 64-ounce/eight-cup food-processor bowl and a 24-ounce Nutri Ninja cup. Those numbers describe different vessels and jobs. The pitcher is the nine-cup blender jar; the food-processor bowl is the eight-cup volume used for the processor comparison. Keeping that distinction clear prevents a buyer from using the largest number as if it described the processor bowl. The capacity is a nominal container size, not proof that every food can be processed to the rim. The manual also lists a 120-volt, 1200-watt system. [bowlCapacityCups]
The processor tools are more than a chopping blade
The guide names a chopping blade assembly, a reversible slicing/shredding disc and a grating disc for the food-processor system. It separately lists a dough blade and low/dough speed. That gives the BL681A more documented processor jobs than a small bowl chopper, even though the guide's title also foregrounds blending. The product profile treats the reversible disc as a slice-and-shred set and the dough tool as included because the model guide lists both. It does not claim a spiralizer, dicing kit or a second small processor bowl. Check that the seller package includes the processor attachments rather than only the pitcher and blender blades. [sliceShred, doughBlade]
AUTO-iQ is a control feature, not a result promise
Ninja describes five AUTO-iQ settings and separate manual speeds including Low/Dough, Medium, High and Pulse. The guide explains that the programs use pulsing, blending and pausing patterns. This is a documented control difference from a model with only a single on/off switch, but it does not prove a particular texture or save a measured amount of time. The food-processor chart assigns mincing, dough mixing, processing, emulsifying, grinding and grating to specific tools and speeds. In particular, it says the chopping blade can grind meat; that is not the same as a dedicated meat-grinding assembly for matching purposes. [doughBlade]
A multi-vessel system asks for storage discipline
The guide describes the pitcher, processor bowl, Nutri Ninja cups, lids, blade assemblies and discs as separate parts. That flexibility may suit someone who expects to blend and process, but it also means the exact kit has more pieces to keep organized than a one-bowl processor. The profile does not count the Nutri Ninja cup as a small work bowl because it is a separate drink container, not a second food-processor bowl. Verify the lid, disc and processor blade set on any seller listing. No review claim is made about cleanup speed, noise, motor life or counter fit; those depend on the owner and package. [smallBowl, sliceShred]
Preserve the BL681A identity and package boundary
The saved owner guide names the BL681A system and documents its processor vessel, but it does not connect the frozen historical Amazon ASIN or color to a current offer. The link here is a tagged exact-model search, not a product-page guarantee. Confirm the BL681A code and each processor component with the seller before purchase, especially if a listing includes the blender pitcher but omits the processing bowl. A shopper who needs the documented eight-cup bowl, disc set and dough blade has concrete features to check. A buyer looking only for a simple food chopper may prefer fewer vessels and a smaller separate motor. [bowlCapacityCups, smallBowl]
What else to compare
For a standalone 13-cup processor with a dough tool compare KitchenAid KFP1318; for a simple compact appliance compare the KFP350 only after its recall status is checked.
Before you buy
Is the BL681A processor bowl the same as its blender pitcher?
No. The guide lists a 72-ounce pitcher and a separate 64-ounce/eight-cup food-processor bowl; compare the processor using the bowl figure.
Does the BL681A include a dough blade and slicing tools?
The owner guide lists a dough blade and a reversible slicing/shredding disc, as well as a separate grating disc for the processor system.
Does its chopping blade count as a dedicated meat grinder?
No. The guide says the chopping blade can grind meat, but it does not list a separate dedicated meat-grinding assembly.
Where can I check the current price?
Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.
Sources & review basis
We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.
- Ninja BL681A Owner's Guide ↗ — checked October 4, 2026.
- Ninja BL681A Auto-iQ Blender System Owner's Guide ↗ — checked October 4, 2026.
The decision
Choose the BL681A when you want a documented blender and processor system, and confirm that a seller's exact bundle includes the separate processor bowl and attachments.
Is it the right fit?
Check the exact model and today’s offers on Amazon.