The Best Hand Blenders
An immersion blender is a versatile tool to have in your kitchen. We purchased 9 of the top models and passed them off to our team of culinary experts to test side-by-side. We assessed each blender based on its ability to blend vegetables into soups and fruits into smoothies and on its capacity to grind seeds. We compared ease of use and kept track of which ones minimize clean-up time.
The standout model in this round of testing is the Braun Multiquick. It is a comfortable mixer that provides plenty of blending power and easy-to-swap attachments. The Amazon Basics Multi-Speed Immersion is a simple yet effective option that comes with an attractive price tag.
Our team spends a lot of time in the kitchen testing the best kitchen gear on the market. Like immersion blenders, portable blenders are another fantastic option for petite kitchens and small-duty tasks. If you need more power to get the job done, we've also tested the full-sized blenders. For more solid food, the right food processor can be adapted to handle any kind of mixing, chopping, and blending task you can throw at it.
Editor's Note: This review was updated on December 15, 2024, to include additional information on some of our favorite blenders.