What are blenders: types of devices, features, pros and cons, recommendations for choosing + TOP-13 best models

With the advent of blenders, cooking has become much easier. This device is designed for fast grinding of products.

However, over time, the number of its functions increased.A modern blender, especially if it is from the elite, replaces a food processor.

He knows how to grind meat, fruits, vegetables and berries, turn boiled potatoes into mashed potatoes, grate cheese, whip proteins into a steep foam.

With it, you can prepare soup puree, diet smoothie or milkshake.

However, the capabilities of a blender depend on its type and number of attachments.

Types of blenders and their description

The main types of blenders:

• submersible - those that are taken in hand, fall into any container, even into a tea cup (if they fit), and grind its contents;
• stationary - these are monolithic products (the heavier, the better - they will not slip off the table during operation), having a bowl into which products are loaded for further processing.

Combination blenders stand out. They can be submersible and stationary and always combine many functions.

Submersible

For many, such a device is the only convenient one for making soups or smoothies. Immersion blenders work from the network. There are models with batteries.

The immersion blender has an electric motor inside the handle. On top are buttons for controlling and adjusting speeds. The lower part is working, always metal, at the end there is a attachment point for nozzles.

Peculiarities

Immersion blenders do not have a bowl. For whom this is a minus, but someone regards the ability to whip milk directly in a glass as a fat plus. At the end of the working part, made of durable metal, there are removable nozzles.

Depending on the configuration, you can install:

• chopping knives;
• whisk;
• shredder;
• cube cutter;
• mill;
• bowl-chopper;
• ice crusher;
• dough hook;
• puree nozzle;
• nozzle with a pump;
• cream frother;
• nozzle for making sauces;
• juicer attachment.

In addition to most models of submersible blenders, a measuring cup is included.

Most nozzles are interchangeable. If the blender is out of order and it is planned to purchase a new one, you can take a model with a minimum number of additions. Nozzles from the old device are ideal for it.

A nozzle with a pump is designed to remove air from containers. The latter are often attached to the blender. In a vacuum, products are stored much longer.

Advantages and disadvantages

Pros of an immersion blender:

• quickly grinds a small amount of food;
• multifunctional;
• takes up little space, and if equipped with a loop, it can be hung on a hook.

Cons of an immersion blender:

• unsuitable for preparing large portions;
• cannot work for a long time - the device must be turned off for rest;
• will not be able to prepare a quality cocktail.

Stationary

These are bowl devices. Unlike submersibles, they are designed to prepare a large volume of products (at least 1 liter). They consist of a bowl and a base with an electric cord. Inside the latter is an electric motor.

The heavier the base, the more stable the blender. From below, there must be legs with rubber pads so that the device does not slide on the table during operation.

Distinctive features

The bowl is equipped with a lid, which does not allow products to scatter in all directions. In it, you can grind meat, vegetables, fruits, berries, cook mashed soups, mashed potatoes, chop ice (if the knives are steel).

Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages of a stationary blender:

• You can cook, for example, puree soup for the whole family at once (maximum bowl volume 2 l).
• No need to keep as submersible. It is enough to start the device, and after a while turn it off.
• The bowl is made of durable materials, so you can work with hot foods and liquids.

Cons of a stationary blender:

• not suitable for those who prepare only 1 glass of a cocktail or smoothie;
• takes up space on the work surface and is hardly suitable for a tiny kitchen;
• not as functional as a submersible - there are usually several types of knives included.

Combined

Often this is the name of the most ordinary blenders, which, in addition to grinding food, can do something else:

• stationary - cook soup, cook food for a couple;
• submersible - act as a mixer, dough kneader, coffee grinder, meat grinder.

Often such a technique is called universal, and its additional skills are simply additional functionality, which is determined by the number of attachments.

Comparison of immersion and stationary blenders

Characteristic	Submersible	Stationary	Comment
Power	180-1200W	400-1350W	The parameter affects the functionality of the device. The more powerful the blender, the easier it is to handle solid foods.
Bowl	No	there is	Available only for stationary models. It is always equipped with a lid, which is very convenient - the contents do not splash around during the operation of the knives.
Equipment	depends on model, may include whisk, dough mixing attachments, grater, dicing disc, grinder	knives of different types	The number of nozzles depends on what the device can do. The more of them, the better, but for additional, not included, you will have to pay extra.
Skills: Grind soup puree grind nuts Grind breadcrumbs crush ice Mix cocktail Mix cocktail with ice Whisk the egg into foam Whip mayonnaise Knead dough for pancakes	+ + + + + + + + +	+ + + + + + – – –	A stationary blender has fewer options, because only different types of knives and, in some models, a slicing disc can be fixed to the bottom of the bowl.
Ease of use	is taken in hand, you can grind food in any container, it is convenient to wash	stands in its place, for washing the bowl must be removed

Additional functionality

The more attachments a blender has, the more it can do.

Unusual additional features that come in submersible devices:

• make powdered sugar
• finely chop the onion;
• chop the garlic like a garlic press.

Some models of stationary blenders are also endowed with exotic functions. They know how to cook soup and cook food for a couple (blender-souper and blender-steamer). And although such models have appeared recently, they are already popular with consumers.

How to choose?

When choosing a blender, always pay attention to:

• Type of. Submersible, stationary or combined.
• Power. The smaller it is, the weaker the device. The optimal power is 600-900 watts. Such a blender will cope with nuts and ice. Its blades won't get stuck if you load all the smoothie ingredients at the same time.
• Number of speeds. Optimal 5-7. Possible options are from 1 to 30. Semi-professional and professional models have many speeds.
• bowl size (for stationary). It comes in 1-2 liters.
• Number of nozzles. If you plan to use the blender only as a blender, then the one that comes with the kit will suffice.
• Blade material (in stationary) or working part (in submersible). Ideally, if it is durable steel. However, in cheap models of stationary blenders, knives are often made of durable plastic. It must be borne in mind that they will not last long and certainly not suitable for crushing ice or crushing nuts.
• bowl material (for stationary). Used steel, plastic, glass, composite material.
• Housing material. Plastic is fragile and can break with any strong impact. Metal is a good solution for a stationary blender. True, fingerprints are clearly visible on it.
• Price. Often affects the choice contrary to common sense. It is definitely not worth saving on household appliances. Choose the optimal configuration, pay attention to the manufacturer.

WONDER BP-421/423

Production - Russia.

The blender is of good quality, good assembly, durability.

Includes 3 attachments - grinder, whisk, chopping knives.

The power of the model is 400 watts. 2 modes - turbo and standard.

CENTEK CT-1319

Production - China.

Well cut and tightly sewn.

The model has only one speed, but an enviable power - 1,000 watts.

There is a mill - the device perfectly processes nuts. But the nozzle for puree is missing.

SUPRA HBS-633

Japanese brand, made in China.

Power 600 W.

Number of nozzles - 2 + measuring cup. Durable, good build quality.

Among the shortcomings - a loud noise emitted during operation.

BOSCH MSM 14200

German mark, made in Slovenia.

Mini blender.

Power 400 W.

Differs in long service life without breakages.

Smeg HBF02PBEU

Specifications:

• power 700 W;
• 4 operating modes;
• 3 interchangeable nozzles;
• weight 2 kg.

The average price is about 10,000 rubles.

KitchenAid 5KHB2571EOB

Specifications:

• power 180 W;
• there is a battery;
• 6 speeds;
• 7 modes;
• several nozzles;
• weight 3.5 kg.

The average price is about 15,000 rubles.

BORK B781

Includes 3 nozzles.

Indestructible Swiss engine.

The handle is very comfortable - the device fits perfectly in the hand.

The average price is about 20,000 rubles.

GALAXY GL2155

Power 550 W.

The case is plastic.

There is a mill. 4 speeds.

According to customer reviews, it is quite a worthy model for its money.

Kitfort KT-1307

This blender has a glass jar and a metal body.

Power 450 W.

Modes - standard, pulse, for crushing ice.

Weight 2 kg.

Polaris PTB 0204G/0205G

Quite powerful - 600 watts.

2 speeds.

Glass pitcher. The case is plastic.

Weight 2.6 kg.

Modes standard, impulse, ice crushing.

Bugatti Blender Vela

Power 400 W.

3 speeds.

The body is made of metal.

The volume of the bowl is 1.5 liters. 6 operating modes. Weight 4.2 kg.

The average price is about 12,000 rubles.

BORK B501

Power 1000 W.

The case is plastic. The volume of the bowl is 1.5 liters.

3 operating modes. There is a mechanical juicer.

Weight 2.6 kg.

The average price is 13,000 rubles.

KitchenAid 5KSB5080EMS

Power 1300 W. 5 speeds.

The body is metal.

Electronic control.

Weight 10 kg.

The average price is 53,000 rubles.

Conclusion and Conclusions

A blender is an essential attribute of a modern housewife. Without it, it is impossible to imagine the kitchen of the XXI century.

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