How to choose a good stand blender
When choosing a stationary blender, pay attention to the following criteria:
- Power. The ability of the device to grind different types of products, as well as the speed of its operation, depends on it. A more powerful unit copes with the task faster. The power of a standard blender ranges from 180 – 2270 W. With a power of 180 - 200 W, the device can make a milkshake, but to grind solid products you need a more powerful device.
Important! Products are thoroughly washed before putting into the blender; remove seeds, hard and damaged parts; cut into pieces. This way you can reduce the load on the device and speed up the grinding.
- Volume and material of the bowl. Tabletop blender bowls have a volume of 0.4 - 2 liters. But they cannot be filled to the brim: the useful volume is reduced by 10 - 15%. A 2 liter bowl can hold approximately 1.7 liters. A 1.5 liter bowl is enough for a family of 4 people.
- Bowls are made of glass, plastic, composite materials (polycarbonate), and metal. If you plan to cook hot dishes, choose glass. Plastic bowls are suitable for preparing cold dishes and chopping vegetables and herbs. Composite materials are considered the most practical.
Equipment. The models are equipped with different attachments:
- whisks for beating products;
- ice crusher;
- measuring cup;
- knives;
- bowls with built-in knives (mill bowl, jug bowl, chopper bowl).
With their help, the functionality of the device is expanded.
Self-cleaning function and knife removal. In some models, you can remove the knives and wash them and the bowl under the tap or in the dishwasher. But modern devices are often equipped with a self-cleaning function, which makes cleaning easier. All you have to do after work is pour warm water into the bowl, add a drop of detergent, press the button - and after a couple of minutes the blender will be clean, all you have to do is wipe it with a clean napkin.
Top blenders are multifunctional, energy efficient and compact.
The best inexpensive stationary blenders under 3,500 rubles.
1
Kitfort KT – 1365
Rating: 5.0
- maximum power: 1000 W
- Additional modes: pulse, ice crushing
- Control: mechanical
- Jug material: plastic
Average price: RUB 2,990
The rating opens with a blender glass Kitfort KT - 1365, it works quickly and powerfully. There are 2 operating modes: Auto and pulse mode, which allows you to grind solid products and crush ice. In auto mode, the grinding time (3 seconds) and sedimentation time alternate. To chop the fruit, three inclusions are enough, this will take 25 minutes. The device is convenient for making smoothies.
Advantages:
- equipped with a knife with 6 blades, this speeds up the work;
- stable (weight 2.4 kg, and there are suction cups on the bottom);
- glasses with lids and knives are connected hermetically;
- you can be sure of the reliability of the fixation: the glasses are firmly fixed, emitting a signal;
- there is an auto mode with shutdown (a sound signal indicates the completion of work);
- thoroughly purees solid foods: turns nuts into butter;
Flaws:
- mixes frozen vegetables and viscous products with difficulty;
- makes noise;
- short cord – 0.74 m.
The set includes 2 plastic bottles (volume 0.75 and 0.5 l) with flip caps (with rubber seal and valve), convenient for storage and carrying.
2
Xiaomi Circle Kitchen CD-BL01
Rating: 4.8
- maximum power: 250W
- Additional modes: no
- Control: mechanical
- Jug material: plastic
Average price: RUB 2,780
Attachments with conical blades allow you to carefully and thoroughly chop fruits and vegetables. Despite the low power, the smoothie blender works quickly, at one speed. In 30 seconds, it whips fruits and soft vegetables and makes a milkshake. The jug is hermetically sealed, the liquid does not splash during operation.
Advantages:
- compactness;
- nice design;
- mobility;
- legs with silicone shock absorbers make the device stable and eliminate vibration.
Flaws:
- works noisy;
- The kit does not include an adapter from a Chinese plug to a European socket.
Mechanically controlled. The body is made of durable metal, the jug is made of plastic. The set includes 2 travel bottles (300 and 600 ml).
3
Zigmund & Shtain BS-438D
Rating: 4.7
- maximum power: 900 W
- Additional modes: pulse, ice crushing
- Control: mechanical
- Jug material: glass
Average price: RUB 3,690
Powerful blender jug. It purees and homogenizes hard vegetables, herbs, and cereals well. There are 3 operating modes (including pulse mode, thanks to which it quickly crushes ice and crushes nuts into crumbs).
Advantages:
- spacious glass jug (2 l);
- work starts smoothly;
- there is a power indicator;
- even at high speed, liquids are mixed carefully without splashing;
- The jug is easy to carry by the handle.
Flaws:
- makes noise when working;
- You cannot select the color of the model (released only in gray).
The case does not deform and does not rust, because it is made of stainless steel. The base connects easily and tightly to the jug. The “No Splash” operation system eliminates spillage.
Important! Mix and grind solid ingredients only with the addition of a small amount of liquid. Lack of liquid causes overheating of the device and its breakdown.
4
Xiaomi Pinlo Little Monster Cooking Machine White
Rating: 4.6
- maximum power: 500 W
- Additional modes: no
- Control: mechanical
- Jug material: plastic
Average price: RUB 2,950
Functional mini-blender (shaker) for quick grinding of products.
Advantages:
- easy;
- a sharp knife consists of 6 blades;
- tightness;
- The shape of the knives is precisely calculated, due to this the ingredients are mixed well;
- good cooling of the engine.
Flaws:
- the small volume of the glass is designed for preparing one serving, the maximum yield of the finished product is 500 ml;
- sharp start;
- short cord;
- the knife axis overheats, causing the contents to heat up;
- a narrow glass is inconvenient to wash;
- Do not add ingredients while working.
Having medium power, the blender works quickly. Grinds hard foods and ice well. The body and glass are made of plastic, which ensures lightness and mobility of the device. The set includes a travel bottle (volume 500 ml).
5
UNIT UBI-402
Rating: 4.6
- maximum power: 300W
- Additional modes: no
- Control: mechanical
- Jug material: plastic
Average price: RUB 1,490
Despite its size and low power, this model performs all functions properly. One speed is enough to thoroughly chop fruits and vegetables, beat milkshakes and eggs for omelettes.
Advantages:
- You can chop hard vegetables and fruits;
- high-quality components;
- easy operation;
- tightness of the flask: liquid does not splash during cocktail preparation;
- The container is durable (an accidental drop does not affect operation).
Disadvantages: vibrates a little during operation.
Jug capacity – 0.6 l. The finished product is enough for a small family. Equipped with a 0.6 liter travel bottle.
6
VES M-143
Rating: 4.5
- maximum power: 500W
- Additional modes: no
- Control: mechanical
- Jug material: plastic
Average price: RUB 1,990
A compact device designed to perform basic functions: preparing cocktails and smoothies. Grinding solid products is difficult due to low power. The body is made of metal, the jug is made of plastic. The materials ensure the strength of the unit.
Advantages:
- The glass in which you cook can be covered with a lid and taken on the road;
- convenient glass volume (750 ml);
- easily crushes frozen berries and fruits (cut);
- convenient control.
Flaws:
- every minute you need to turn it off for 2 minutes;
- makes noise (to drown out the noise you have to press the lid);
- the blades are located close, this prevents the ingredients from being completely ground;
- The engine quickly overheats and a burning smell appears.
Equipped with two glasses of 0.6 and 0.4 l, which are easy to clean in the dishwasher, and a travel bottle.
Important! Turbo mode (accelerated) is used if you need to quickly beat egg whites, cream, or knead batter without lumps. The pulse mode, in which the nozzles rotate intermittently, is necessary for crushing solid products (ice, nuts). Sometimes models have both modes.
What parameters should you pay attention to when choosing an immersion blender?
When choosing a blender, you should pay attention not only to the appearance and suggestions of managers, but also to the main characteristics of the device:
- power;
- availability of accessories;
- material of manufacture;
- speed control;
- working hours.
For many users, the most important point is the noise level produced by the device. Usually it depends on the power and speed of operation: in turbo mode the device always makes more noise.
Power
The speed of grinding products depends on the power of the device. Since immersion blenders are smaller in size and have smaller motors than stationary blenders, their performance is lower. However, even a device with low power is capable of mixing cocktails, grinding soft fruits, and preparing pureed soups. If there is a need to grind hard products - nuts, chocolate - you need to choose a blender with a power of at least 400 W.
The optimal level is between 600 and 750 W.
Accessories
What makes a blender truly multifunctional are all kinds of attachments that are designed for chopping and slicing vegetables, twisting meat, and mixing dough.
Manufacturers offer a wide selection of accessories, but in most cases the following elements are sufficient:
Blender
The main working part of the device, used for whipping products. The blender is an elongated leg with a recess for a cutting element, covered with a hemisphere. The simplest models may consist of only one submersible part.
Immersion blender.
Beaker
This is a small container, equal in diameter to a blender. Used for making cocktails and smoothies.
Measuring cup for immersion blender.
whisk
The accessory is designed for beating eggs, sauces, creams, and batters. Sometimes a whisk for thick dough, made in the form of spiral metal elements, is attached to the device.
The whisk of an immersion blender.
Chopper
Using a bowl with knives, vegetables and fruits are cut, minced meat is prepared, and nuts are ground. Grater attachments attached to the disk allow you to diversify your dishes.
Immersion blender chopper.
Puree attachment
Boiled vegetables and potatoes are turned into a homogeneous mass using a puree attachment. It uses a plastic winged knife to mash vegetables.
Puree attachment for immersion blender.
Expensive models are equipped with a grinder in the form of a separate small container with a knife in which coffee and spices are ground.
Material of manufacture
The main materials from which blenders are made include plastic and metal. Completely plastic models are cheaper. Higher quality devices are made of metal (stainless steel or aluminum) combined with plastic.
The material for the immersion part, which is used for whipping, is especially important. A plastic blender may become damaged if used to blend hot foods. In addition, the accessory carries a greater load, which metal can better withstand.
Plastic immersion blender.
Metal immersion blender.
Speed control
The number of blender speeds varies from 2 to 24 for different models. For home use, 5-6 speeds will be enough. A larger number is intended for specialists for whom the mode of operation with each product is important.
Most devices are equipped with two buttons for adjusting speeds. One for starting, the other for switching to turbo mode with the maximum number of revolutions. Speed adjustment can be carried out smoothly or stepwise. It is preferable to buy a device with a special gear shift lever.
Working hours
The permissible continuous operation time is one of the important characteristics of a blender. This parameter determines how long you can work with the device before it turns off. The time is usually indicated in the instructions, which should be studied before purchasing.
The normal indicator is work for five minutes. Less time may not be enough to beat eggs or cream. There are models with operating time up to 15 minutes.
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