Best Immersion Blenders
Updated How we research
An immersion blender is the tidy way to puree soups and sauces without ladling hot liquid into a countertop blender. You blend right in the pot, which means fewer dishes and less mess, a real win when you are cooking big batches. It also handles smoothies, dressings, and dips in a tall cup in seconds. What to compare is motor power, speed control, and whether attachments like a whisk or chopper come along. Below we look at budget-friendly single-speed sticks, variable-speed models for finer control, and cordless options, so you can pick the blender that fits your prep style and your storage space.
The short version
We compared 8 picks. Our scores range from 7.2 to 8.8 out of 10.
- Best overall:Braun MQ9007 MultiQuick 9 Immersion Hand Blender, 700 Watt, Variable Speed. Highest overall score in this guide at 8.8/10.
- Also great value:Braun MQ505 MultiQuick 5 Immersion Hand Blender, 350W, Black. Value score of 9/10, overall 7.7/10.
- Solid build:Braun MQ9137XI MultiQuick 9 Hand Blender with iMode Technology. Build and materials score of 9/10, overall 8.6/10.
- Feature-rich:Braun MultiQuick 7 3-in-1 Immersion Blender & Food Processor. Features score of 9/10, overall 8.6/10.
Scores are our editorial assessment, not customer ratings. How we score
Braun MQ9007 MultiQuick 9 Immersion Hand Blender, 700 Watt, Variable Speed
Braun MQ9007 MultiQuick 9 immersion hand blender with a 700 Watt motor and variable speed for heavy blending jobs.
Our score8.8/10Budget
Braun MultiQuick 7 3-in-1 Immersion Blender & Food Processor
Braun MultiQuick 7 3-in-1 immersion blender with food processor attachment for blending and chopping in one kit.
Our score8.6/10Budget
#1Braun MQ9007 MultiQuick 9 immersion hand blender with a 700 Watt motor and variable speed for heavy blending jobs.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + 700 Watt motor powers through thick soups and chunky sauces
- + Variable speed gives fine control from light mixing to full puree
- + MultiQuick 9 build is aimed at frequent, demanding kitchen use
- - Higher power and price are overkill for occasional smoothies
- - Check which attachments are included before buying
#2Braun MultiQuick 7 3-in-1 immersion blender with food processor attachment for blending and chopping in one kit.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 3-in-1 kit adds chopping so you may skip a full food processor
- + Braun MultiQuick blenders are known for smooth soup results
- + Great for batch soups, sauces and baby food prep
- - Attachments take up more drawer space than a stick blender
- - Small processor bowl is not a replacement for big batch chopping
#3Braun MQ9137XI MultiQuick 9 hand blender with iMode Technology, a premium stick blender for heavy prep use.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 7/10
- + iMode Technology adjusts speed intuitively with pressure
- + MultiQuick 9 sits at the top of Braun's hand blender range
- + Strong build suits frequent batch soups and sauce making
- - Premium price is high for occasional blending tasks
- - Check which accessories are included before buying
#4KitchenAid KHB2351 3-Speed hand blender in white for blending soups, sauces and smoothies directly in the pot.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Three speeds give control from gentle sauces to smooth soups
- + Blends soup in the pot, saving transfers to a countertop blender
- + Slim KitchenAid design stores easily in a drawer
- - Corded design limits reach from the outlet to the stove
- - White housing can stain from turmeric or tomato splashes
#5Cuisinart CSB-179 Smart Stick variable speed hand blender in stainless steel for more precise blending control.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Variable speed dial adjusts blending for sauces or smooth soups
- + Stainless steel finish looks sturdier than plastic stick blenders
- + Smart Stick line is compact and easy to store in a drawer
- - Corded design limits movement between stove and counter
- - Check the wattage against rival hand blenders before buying
#6Cuisinart CSB-400CD cordless rechargeable SmartStick hand blender for blending away from outlets.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 7/10
- + Cordless design moves freely between stove, counter and table
- + Rechargeable battery removes cable clutter around hot pots
- + SmartStick format stays compact for small kitchen storage
- - Battery must be charged ahead of big batch blending sessions
- - Cordless models usually offer less sustained power than corded ones
#7Braun MQ505 MultiQuick 5 immersion hand blender, 350W, in black, a simple stick blender for soups and sauces.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 9/10
- + 350W motor is plenty for soups, sauces and smoothies
- + Black finish hides stains from blending tomato-based soups
- + Braun build is known to last for years of kitchen use
- - No extra attachments, so chopping and whisking need other tools
- - Lower power struggles with thick nut butters or frozen fruit
#8Cuisinart CSB-175P1 Smart Stick two-speed hand blender, 300-Watt, in white, a budget stick blender for basic soups.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + 300-Watt motor handles pureed soups and simple sauces well
- + Two speeds keep operation simple for new cooks
- + Affordable Cuisinart option for batch soup meal prep
- - Only two speeds limit finesse compared with variable models
- - White body shows stains from colorful soups and sauces
Before you buy: trade-offs we flagged
No pick is perfect. These are the main compromises we noted for the top products in this guide, so you can check they will not matter for you.
- Higher power and price are overkill for occasional smoothies (Braun MQ9007 MultiQuick 9 Immersion Hand...)
- Attachments take up more drawer space than a stick blender (Braun MultiQuick 7 3-in-1 Immersion Blender &...)
- Premium price is high for occasional blending tasks (Braun MQ9137XI MultiQuick 9 Hand Blender with...)
- Corded design limits reach from the outlet to the stove (KitchenAid KHB2351 3-Speed Hand Blender, White)
- Corded design limits movement between stove and counter (Cuisinart CSB-179 Smart Stick Variable Speed...)
- Battery must be charged ahead of big batch blending sessions (Cuisinart CSB-400CD Cordless Rechargeable...)
Frequently asked questions
›What is the best choice among immersion blenders?
Braun MQ9007 MultiQuick 9 Immersion Hand Blender, 700 Watt, Variable Speed is our top overall pick. Braun MQ9007 MultiQuick 9 immersion hand blender with a 700 Watt motor and variable speed for heavy blending jobs. It earns our score of 8.8/10, based on fit for the job, features, build and value.
›What is a good budget option?
Braun MultiQuick 7 3-in-1 Immersion Blender & Food Processor is the strongest low-cost pick in this guide. Braun MultiQuick 7 3-in-1 immersion blender with food processor attachment for blending and chopping in one kit.
›How much should I expect to spend?
Picks in this guide span $ price bands (roughly: $ = under $30, $$ = $30 to $100, $$$ = over $100). We never display exact prices because they change constantly, so the buttons above always show Amazon's current price.
›How were these products chosen?
We shortlist products that fit the job this guide solves and compare their published specifications, such as size, capacity, materials and what is included. Each pick gets an editorial score out of 10 for fit, features, build and value, and we write the pros and cons from those details. Our score is not an Amazon customer rating. We earn a commission if you buy through our links, which never affects the ranking.
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