1. Smoothies: Blend fruits, vegetables, yogurt, and other ingredients into smoothies. The powerful 1000-peak-watt motor and Ninja's Pro Extractor Blades can break down tough ingredients like ice and frozen fruits to create smooth and creamy drinks.

2. Frozen Drinks: Make frozen cocktails, slushies, and other frozen beverages. The blender's strong motor and sharp blades can crush ice and blend frozen fruits with ease.

3. Nutrient Extraction: Utilize Ninja's Auto-iQ Technology for nutrient extraction. This intelligent blending system optimizes the blending process for maximum nutrient extraction from fruits, vegetables, and seeds.

4. Sauces and Dips: Blend ingredients to make homemade sauces, dips, and dressings. The Ninja BN401 can handle a variety of ingredients, from soft herbs to tough nuts, to create smooth and flavorful sauces.

5. Purees: Make baby food or other purees by blending cooked fruits, vegetables, and grains until smooth and creamy.

6. Grinding: Grind coffee beans, nuts, seeds, and spices using the blender's grinding function. This versatility allows you to prepare fresh ingredients for cooking or customizing beverages.

7. Single-Serve Blending: The blender includes two 24-oz to-go cups with spout lids, allowing you to blend your drink directly in the cup and take it with you on the go.

8. Ease of Use and Cleaning: The Ninja BN401 is designed for easy assembly, use, and cleaning. Simply twist on the blade assembly to blend, and the cups and lids are dishwasher safe for easy cleanup.

9. Compact Design: Its compact size makes it suitable for smaller kitchens or for those who prefer a space-saving blender without sacrificing power.

Overall, the Ninja BN401 Nutri Pro Compact Personal Blender is perfect for individuals or small households looking for a powerful and versatile blender that can handle a variety of blending tasks, from smoothies and frozen drinks to sauces and dips, all while providing the convenience of portable, single-serve cups.