Warentest - the most expensive hand blender fails across the board

Stable blenders are indispensable from the kitchen.Whether smoothie, sauces or pesto - everything is made small with the mixer.The big advantage over kitchen machines is that after use you only have to rinse the knives and a container.In the test there were two device classes: one hand blender and then devices with accessories set.They are more expensive, need more parking space, but are more versatile.

The basics work

The good news: Mixing and pureing all devices can be good.Incidentally, it does not depend on the wattage, in the test it was shown that the mixers actually only request a book part of the maximum performance.The correct shape of bell and knives is more important than the motor power.In the set, the devices could be used as versatile as a small food processor.

But the price range is big.The price-performance winner costs only 17 euros, the sets reach up to 160 euros.The seven sets in the test are delivered with different attachments.A whisk and a shredder to the Hacken von onions and almonds is always there, depending on the model, potato stampers or an attachment for vegetable paghetti are also included.

Problem case onion

There were problems when hacking.Only one device managed to cut appetite cubes from an onion, mostly the onion was crushed to Brei.The rods of Philips and Braun are particularly suitable for smoothies.Disappointingly cut off the ESGE professional device."The most expensive staff in the test worked the worst of everyone" is the judgment.

The goods testers recommend devices at adjustable speed, but a turbo button is dispensable.Most devices have an immersion depth of about 20 centimeters.This is sufficient in a small family household.But if you also want to puree seven with ten liters of soup, you have to be careful of a device with a long style.

Basic or in the opulent set

It is important to know what you need the device for.On the safe side you are, if you only want to prepare soups, purees and shakes, a device is enough without accessories.This is also recommended if a food processor is already available for demanding tasks.

The test winner of the solo devices was the Braun Multiquick 5 for 47 euros.He received top marks for mixing and pureing.His overall grade is very good (1.5).The price-performance winner comes from Rossmann and costs only 17 euros.The grades are good (1.9).Clear purchase tip for occasional use.The best set comes from Philips.The Viva Collection Promix mixes, pureed and chops very convincingly (good, 1.7).

You can see the whole test here.Click here for the stab mixer test from Stern.de.

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