SharkNinja has launched the Ninja SLUSHi Frozen Drink Maker in the UAE. It’s built for home use but aims for commercial-style results, with five presets for control over temperature and texture. The company says its RapidChil system freezes evenly without ice and keeps the texture for up to 12 hours, depending on the recipe. Pricing is set to AED 1,499 and you can pick one up at ninjakitchen.ae as well as selected retailers.
What the Ninja SLUSHi actually is
It’s a countertop frozen drink maker designed to serve customised slushies, frappés and more at home. The pitch is simple: pour in your liquid, pick a preset, and let it chill.
- Five presets control temperature, thickness and consistency
- RapidChil aims for even freezing without adding ice
- Texture can hold up to 12 hours for non-dairy recipes
- One-hour max cycle, but your mix must include sugar or a sugar alternative
The SLUSHi tries to bridge the gap between bulky commercial machines and small home gadgets. SharkNinja says it spent 16 months building eight prototypes to mimic cinema and resort-style slush machines, then scaled it to a home format. The result is a refillable, larger-capacity design that can serve single cups or keep drinks flowing for groups.
Key features for UAE homes
The aim here is flexibility. From summer coolers to coffee frappés, the presets target different textures and temperatures. For homes that host often, the refillable design and dishwasher-safe parts should cut the faff.
- Presets for fruit drinks, mocktails, milkshakes and coffee mixes
- Refillable container for back-to-back servings
- Parts are dishwasher-safe
- Designed for easy, repeatable results in under 60 minutes
In the UAE, that matters. Entertaining tends to swing from weekday family use to weekend gatherings. A machine that can switch from single-serve to continuous pours without adding ice or babysitting should fit that routine. Availability is confirmed for ninjakitchen.ae and select retail partners in the country. For more kitchen kit, our Ninja Double Stack XL Air Fryer deal is worth a look.
How it differs from the Ninja CREAMi
If you know the Ninja CREAMi, this isn’t the same thing. The CREAMi focuses on ice cream, gelato and sorbet textures from pre-frozen bases. SLUSHi targets drinkable textures using an in-machine freezing system and timed programs. SharkNinja frames SLUSHi as a new “drink culture” device rather than a dessert maker.
- CREAMi: desserts from frozen pints
- SLUSHi: drinks with adjustable thickness and temperature
- SLUSHi uses RapidChil; no added ice needed
- Built to mirror commercial slush performance at home
If you’re choosing between dessert and drink makers, see our Ninja CREAMi review. For buyers who already own a blender or a CREAMi, the difference is control and repeatability for drink textures without crushed ice. The 12-hour texture hold for certain recipes also sets it apart for parties or longer gatherings.
Who it’s for
SharkNinja is positioning SLUSHi for anyone who wants café-style drinks without the café queue. That includes families, hosts, mocktail fans, and creators who like colourful results for social posts.
- Families who want cold drinks on rotation
- Hosts who need batch service for guests
- Coffee fans chasing consistent frappé texture
- Wellness-minded users making low-dairy or dairy-free mixes*
- Creators who want photogenic drinks for social feeds*Texture-hold claim excludes dairy recipes.
The requirement to include sugar or a sugar substitute is important. If your recipe is completely sugar-free, you won’t get the intended texture within the promised time.
Price and availability in the UAE
SharkNinja confirms availability in the UAE via ninjakitchen.ae and selected retailers with pricing is set to AED 1,449.
- On sale in the UAE now for AED 1,449
- Buy online at ninjakitchen.ae
- Check local stores for stock and bundles
On paper, SLUSHi looks practical for the region. It targets repeatable textures, supports continuous pours, and promises less cleanup. The proof will be in real-world testing, especially for dairy drinks and sugar-light recipes. For hosting, Ramadan iftars, or weekend BBQs, this could be a convenient cold-drink workhorse. For a wider look at connected appliances, see our coverage of LG IFA 2025 smart home trends and Dreame at IFA 2025.
How long does a batch take?
Up to 60 minutes depending on the preset and recipe, and the mixture must include sugar or a sugar alternative.
Does it need ice to work?
No. The RapidChil system is designed to freeze evenly without adding ice.
Where can I buy it in the UAE?
It’s available for AED 1,499 at ninjakitchen.ae and selected retailers across the country.
