Stick immersion blenders - any reccos of buy and/or avoid?


 
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I'm looking to buy a stick blender/immersion blender. Mainly for homemade mustards, mayos, small whipped cream batches and loose sauces.

I have a solid blender for heavier loads (Blendtec which I'm super happy with).

Maybe some frozen fruit smoothies in a cup if that works but thats not a P1 as the Blendtec does a great job on frozen mixed drinks (adult and kid friendly kinds).

So what says you on stick blenders? Seeking a quality product that will last a long time, SS lower parts for easy cleanup/no rust/longevity.

No battery op units as I don't want to have charger bases on my countertops.

3... 2... 1.... go for it!
 
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I have a Cuisinart with a couple of heads. The head comes off and is easy to wash. Let me see if I can find a model number. It‘s been a great piece of equipment!
I think it looks like CSB-79. I’ve had it ten years, no problems. I don’t use it daily but, it has done everything I’ve asked of it.
 
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I have a very old and basic one (Cuisinart I think) one speed, no interchangeable heads. Works like a champ. I would love one that did not need to be plugged in though. Especially when I use it at the stove or the sink
 
My wife has used this Braun to make smoothies and juice multiple times per day for 5-6 years. I use it a few times a year for pureeing sauces. 2 speeds are nice to have.

We only use the steel blade head, so could have bought the one with fewer accessories. The potato masher is useless and I've never needed a 1000rpm whisk. I don't think we ever used the chopper bowl.

Braun Multiquick 5 Vario Hand Blender (SS Blending Shaft+1.5C Chopper+ Masher + Whisk+ Beaker), MQ5027, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B097GRQ1S5/?tag=tvwb-20
 
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I was just at Costco looking at these- for some reason the price was less at the store (I am pretty sure)

Looks like a nice kit


I am a fan Costco- they won’t sell something that doesn’t meet their standards, they have a great return policy

AND

They treat their employees well- a huge consideration in my opinion.

I like to make carrot soup, and the immersion blender is worth it just for that operation.
 
Mine is a Braun. I probably only use it a few times a year, but it's so much easier than transferring usually hot liquid into the blender. Anyway, you just twist off the lower half and throw it in the dishwasher.
 
Ours also is a Braun. Model MQ505 ( Braun MultiQuick 5 Immersion Hand Blender )
Good unit !
Bought this unit based upon America's Test Kitchen's recommendations.
 
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I have the Breville below. I bought it in Aug 2017 according to amazon. works great in large deep pots or shallow ones. I rarely use any of the attachments.


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John_NJ said:
I was just at Costco looking at these- for some reason the price was less at the store (I am pretty sure)

Looks like a nice kit


I am a fan Costco- they won’t sell something that doesn’t meet their standards, they have a great return policy

AND

They treat their employees well- a huge consideration in my opinion.

I like to make carrot soup, and the immersion blender is worth it just for that operation.
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same boat. costco for the win and their return policy is stellar.
 
so which one are you buying ?

The main thing I blend is soup, second only to soup, and sometimes I'll make soup.

I have a great cold spicy broccoli soup, a good quick tomato, a nice butternut squash, even tried asparagus once or twice.

reminds me, I need to make some soup.
 
DanHoo said:
so which one are you buying ?

The main thing I blend is soup, second only to soup, and sometimes I'll make soup.

I have a great cold spicy broccoli soup, a good quick tomato, a nice butternut squash, even tried asparagus once or twice.

reminds me, I need to make some soup.
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Boy oh boy can I relate...
Vichyssoise was the first, second and third item blended.... :)
 
DanHoo said:
so which one are you buying ?

The main thing I blend is soup, second only to soup, and sometimes I'll make soup.

I have a great cold spicy broccoli soup, a good quick tomato, a nice butternut squash, even tried asparagus once or twice.

reminds me, I need to make some soup.
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Still reading. Leaning towards at least 500 watts, prefer SS. I’m figuring some deals are about to sprout as the holiday season approaches.
 
DanHoo said:
so which one are you buying ?

The main thing I blend is soup, second only to soup, and sometimes I'll make soup.

I have a great cold spicy broccoli soup, a good quick tomato, a nice butternut squash, even tried asparagus once or twice.

reminds me, I need to make some soup.
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I love to make soup too. One of my favorites is turkey noodle soup with homemade egg noodles. I use the immersion blender on the vegetables I put in the stock along with the turkey carcass. I double or triple strain the stock before making the soup. I like to maximize the flavor and color that the carrots, celery, and onions add to the broth. Try it, you'll love it.
 
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