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If you want an immersion blender with a jar, you may prefer the KitchenAid Variable Speed Corded Hand Blender. It isn't as well-built as the NutriBullet Immersion Blender, but it comes with a 24-ounce jar with measuring marks and a lid for storing what you make. While it isn't as good for tougher tasks like making almond butter or crushed ice, it can incorporate fibrous ingredients like leafy greens into good smoothies. There's also a pan guard to prevent scratches when you're blending directly in a pot or pan. Unfortunately, it doesn't come with a whisk attachment to make things like whipped cream or salad dressing. Also, while the jar is dishwasher-safe, the blending arm needs to be cleaned by hand.

If you're looking for an immersion blender with better build quality, go for the NutriBullet, but try the KitchenAid instead if you want one that comes with a jar.

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Paola Velez, a pastry chef, loves immersion blenders for their versatility and ease of use. “It can essentially do everything a conventional tabletop blender can do, but in a much smaller and easier-to-store form,” she says. “Instead of dirtying another vessel that takes up half the kitchen sink, I can blend and whip things right in their own pot, bowl, or jar.” And whether Velez is making breakfast smoothies, a velvety soup, or whipped cream or chocolate ganache, the immersion blender is her go-to. The best part? It’s a cinch to clean and store compared with a traditional blender. For more options: The best immersion blenders from CR’s tests.

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The Braun MQ505 pureed better than any other affordable immersion blender we tested.

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We’ve recommended this model for more than a decade, and it’s easy to see why. Its lightweight construction and comfortable grip made it a breeze to maneuver around any vessel. Its ventless, bell-shaped blade guard kept food flowing freely and prevented splattering. Its two speeds, which were both powerful enough to pulverize frozen pineapple, are controlled by two simple buttons that we could operate with one hand. This machine was also durable: It blended 25 smoothies in a row without breaking a sweat. We also liked its clearly labeled, easy-to-operate eject buttons. This reliable model would be a great addition to your kitchen.

This blender’s two speeds were well calibrated and were all we needed to bounce from task to task with ease. It was the easiest to maneuver—light and slim, with a grippy body. It had a whisk for perfect whipped cream and a blending cup that contained splatter. We downgraded it a wee bit for leaving small, precise bits of kale in its (still perfectly drinkable) smoothie.

If you're looking for a blender with attachments for different cooking tasks, the KitchenAid 5-Speed Hand Blender is the best we've tested. This blender delivers a solid all-around performance and comes with various accessories intended for jobs that regular blender blades often aren't as well-suited for. Aside from the 'multi-purpose' blade for regular blending like smoothie-making, there's an 's-blade' assembly for crushing ice, a 'frother/beater blade' for making milk foam or mixing batter, and a whisk for things like homemade mayonnaise.

It also comes with a jar you can use for blending and a separate food processor bowl for chopping vegetables. It makes foamy, grainy smoothies and has a speed dial that can be hard to turn when your hands are wet, but unlike the other blenders on this list, its jars and blades are dishwasher-safe.

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The Ovente 300W Immersion Blender is one of our favorite models, especially considering the price. It's very easy to toggle speed while in use &mdash; you don't have to stop blending to change speeds, unlike several models in our review. Removing the shaft when it's time to clean is as easy as can be, and attaching it is a cinch. 
While using the Ovente to create smoothies, our testers noticed that it creates a bit of extra suction. Although the handle is comfortable, it is relatively large. This may be preferable for some people, but others may prefer a device with a more slender construction. Lastly, The Ovente only includes the standard shaft and chopper, but that may be all you need. Overall, we think this device is an excellent choice for those shopping on a budget who aren't looking for extra bells and whistles.

When it comes to hand blenders, it'd be hard to top the Braun Multiquick. This nifty little kitchen appliance is one of the most comfortable models we've reviewed, and the buttons are easy to use. When it comes time to grind, whip, and blend, the Braun offers the utmost performance, further enhanced when you engage the turbo boost. During our smoothie-making party, this device did a great job, didn't create much suction, and pulverized everything very quickly. We also found that the attachments for this model were especially easy to change.
However, speaking of attachments, the Braun only includes two. If you're looking for a model with a chopping cup attachment or a milk frother, this is not the one. The only other flaw we found is that the textured handle is so grippy that it tends to hold onto little towel fuzzies and dust. Despite these minor drawbacks, we still think this appliance is the best choice for those looking for a simple ergonomic blender, does a tremendous job, and is easy to use. 

If you're looking for a straightforward, easy-to-use blender, you might prefer the &Beta;raun MultiQuick 5. This blender can't replace your hand mixer and doesn't come with extra blades for food processing, but if you want to make a well-blended vegetable soup or smooth sauce, it's a solid option. It's compact and better built than most hand blenders we've tested in its price range. It's quieter than our top pick and light compared to a lot of immersion blenders, making it more pleasant to use, especially when you're blending a big pot of soup. The blending arm is detachable and dishwasher-safe.

It comes with a beaker you can use for blending and for making whipped cream or vinaigrette with the included whisk attachment. The beaker is also a good size for making single-serve smoothies, but if your recipe includes stubborn ingredients like kale, you may find there are leafy bits or grains left in the final mix. If you want to use your immersion blender for smoothies, the KitchenAid Variable Speed Corded hand blender is around the same price and makes a smoother blend with fibrous elements like greens and fruit skin. However, the difference won't be as significant if you're working with softer, cooked ingredients, and it has a much worse build quality.

You can intuitively change the speed on this blender with one hand, and it has the same great features as our budget pick, the MultiQuick 5.

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If you're ready to immerse yourself into the hand blender world but don't want to break the bank to purchase one, we recommend the Amazon Basics Multi-Speed Immersion. This model is one of the best, especially considering the price when it comes to blending performance. We noticed that the accessories are effortless to attach, making it a cinch to get prepped for blending up your delicious sauces, dips, and concoctions in the kitchen.
Although the attachments are a cinch to snap into place, we found them to be a bit difficult to remove. If you're going to be switching up accessories in the middle of your project, be ready to put a little extra elbow grease into exchanging them. Another minor flaw we found is that the speed setting is a bit of a pain to change while the appliance is in use. Still, this isn't much of a problem as long as you don't mind halting your blend for a quick second to dial it up or down. If you're looking for an affordable hand blender with similar performance to the high-end models, go with the Amazon Basics Multi-Speed.

If you're ready to immerse yourself into the hand blender world but don't want to break the bank to purchase one, we recommend the Amazon Basics Multi-Speed Immersion. This model offers one of the best blending performances, which becomes even more impressive considering its affordability. The accessories are effortless to attach, making it a cinch to get prepped for blending up your delicious sauces, dips, and concoctions in the kitchen.
Although the attachments are super easy to snap into place, we found them to be a bit difficult to remove. If you'll be switching up accessories in the middle of your project, be ready to put a little extra elbow grease into exchanging them. Another minor flaw we found is that the speed setting is a bit of a pain to change while the appliance is in use. Still, this isn't much of a problem as long as you don't mind halting your blend for a quick second to dial it up or down. If you're looking for an affordable hand blender with similar performance to the high-end models, go with the Amazon Basics Multi-Speed.

The Cuisinart EvolutionX RHB-100 is the best cordless immersion blender we've tested. This battery-powered model allows you to move around your kitchen without a power cord limiting your reach. It does a great job of processing fibrous ingredients like raw greens into a silky smoothie, and like all of the picks on this list, it can blend hot ingredients right in the pot.

While some parts of it feel cheaply made, the handle has a lock button to prevent the blender from turning on accidentally, which is a nice safety feature. It also comes with a 30-ounce jar that you can use for blending in and storing what you make. The blending arm and jar need to be cleaned by hand, but it's usually an easy process. 

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