Which hand blender should you buy?

Hand blenders are a kitchen staple for many reasons. Whether you want to make soups and smoothies, prepare baby food, or create batters, a hand blender can make the job much easier. Here, we look at some top rated hand blenders and find out why they deserve a spot in your kitchen cupboard.

Bosch MSM2610BGB Hand Blender

According to Which? the Bosch MSM2610BGB hand blender is the best option available, and at £35 it won’t break the bank. Boasting an extra powerful motor, this hand blender can tackle even the most tricky of ingredients, and you’ll be whipping up batters, smoothies, and purees in no time.

Hand-held food blender
Bosch CleverMixx MSM2610BGB Hand Blender
Available from amazon.co.uk

The Bosch MSM2610BGB hand blender’s QuattroBlade function helps it to achieve smooth results, and its AntiSplash function will keep your worktops neat and tidy. Mayonnaise fans will love this hand blender as it can create your favourite condiment in just 60 seconds, and its ergonomic handle makes it a pleasure to use.

Braun MultiQuick 3 MQ3025 Hand Blender

The Braun MultiQuick 3 MQ3025 hand blender is also highly recommended, and it comes with a chopping attachment which makes it especially handy to have in the kitchen. With the ability to efficiently chop nuts and herbs, and the functionality to blend a delicious smoothie, this hand blender is the perfect option for anyone after a multi-purpose appliance.

Hand held blender with attachments
Braun MultiQuick 3 MQ3025 Hand Blender
Available from amazon.co.uk

Like the Bosch hand blender, the Braun MultiQuick 3 MQ3025 has an anti-splash function to keep your kitchen clean, and its two-speed control makes it ideal for whatever you’re preparing. The Braun MultiQuick 3 MQ3025 hand blender comes with a whisk, a beaker, and a mini-chopper, and its structured grip surface makes it easy to use.

Braun MultiQuick 9 MQ9087X Hand Blender

If you don’t mind spending a bit more money, the Braun MultiQuick 9 MQ9087X hand blender costs around £120 and comes highly rated by Which? – other than its ability to chop nuts. A high-tech hand blender, this appliance boasts a smart speed button which enables you to increase its speed with each tap.

Hand-blender with multiple accessories
Braun Multiquick 9 MQ 9087X hand blender
Available from amazon.co.uk

There is a safety button on the top of the motor for your peace of mind, and it comes with a potato masher, whisk, beaker, and food processor.

The Braun MultiQuick 9 MQ9087X hand blender’s unique blade system can blend hard foods, although if you want a model that’s efficient at finely chopping nuts, this isn’t the option for you.

Now that you know all about the best hand blenders available, you can choose which one you’d like to buy for your own kitchen today.

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