More recently, a woman in the kitchen had to do a lot of exhausting work. Today she is helped by modern equipment, which was invented specifically in order to facilitate the work of a housewife. Blenders are one such kitchen machine that you can use to prepare meals such as cocktails or smoothies in just a second. When choosing a device, you need to understand that quality directly depends on the cost of the product. This article compiles a list of the best KitchenAid blenders of 2024.
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When choosing a blender, you need to determine which type, stationary or still submersible, is more suitable? In most cases, the type of blender depends on the tasks assigned to the device.
The hand blender is used for a wide variety of kitchen tasks. The advantages of this type are: compact design, thanks to which you can grind the product in any dish, even the smallest. A large number of attachments are supplied with the device.
The disadvantages include the fact that the blender in the process of work must be constantly held in hand and continuously monitor its work. In addition, when grinding juicy products, the mass is sprayed.
This blender is the one bought most often because it really replaces the food processor. Since with the help of a chopper, a whisk, a nozzle for mashed potatoes, a vacuum pump, you can prepare:
In most cases, a stationary blender is used for preparing liquid masses, but it is also used for solving other problems. The advantage is that the blender works independently, without the presence of a person and the contents are not sprayed. The disadvantage is that only large portions are prepared in such a blender.
The great thing about this blender is that it is easy to make smoothies and smoothies in it, as the liquid does not splash. And it is also convenient to use it daily. The device is installed on a table and does not need to be held with your hands during operation.
When choosing a blender, you need to pay attention to aspects such as:
This is one of the main criteria. The power indicator ranges from 140 to 2,000 watts. Moreover, the higher the power, the better the device will work. It will grind food faster, while practically not heating up. If the blender has a high power, the easier it will be to chop ice and grind meat. For soft foods, 450 watts is sufficient.
If you need to grind products such as nuts, ice, meat, then you should buy a 600 or 800 W submersible device.If the power of the blender is not less than 1000 W, then this blender belongs to professional devices, and therefore it will be easy to process any product. But in fact, the cost of such a product is high.
Stationary blenders have a power from 250 to 1500 W. At the same time, 500 watts will be enough for making cocktails and other liquids. Other tasks are possible at 600 watts. If you need to grind hard products such as ice and nuts, as well as knead dough, you will need a power of 1000 watts.
It is very important what material the main nozzle is made of. It is recommended to choose devices with a metal attachment, which will allow you to grind food of any temperature and at the same time not be afraid at all for the serviceability of the device. In addition, odors are not absorbed into this nozzle.
In this case, the body can be made of plastic. But it is even better if there are rubber inserts in the body of the hand blender. Thus, the blender can be comfortably held in hand.
On a high-powered device, there are at least 30 speeds. Thus, the more speeds, the more convenient it is to adjust the speed at which the knife will rotate. Thus, there will be less splashing of liquid during grinding.
Most often, a device is selected in which there are two speeds. But for lovers of smoother shifting, it is better to use a device that has 5 to 8 speed modes. Hand blenders additionally have a turbo mode that allows the knives to rotate as quickly as possible. Thus, you can achieve a homogeneous consistency of the cooked mass.
In pulse mode, the device does not heat up when handling solids. This mode allows the knives to move very quickly, but at the same time stops them for a while.
The stationary blender has up to 20 speeds. At the same time, at low speed, it turns out to be chopped into large pieces, and at high speed - in mashed potatoes. The best option is a 4-speed blender. This device also has an intensive mode and turbo.
Most often there are only three attachments in a hand blender:
Using the main nozzle, you can cook puree from vegetables, whisk the cream and knead the dough, use the chopper to prepare the minced meat. If you have a vacuum pump nozzle, you can easily pump out the air from the bags to extend the shelf life of food.
Stationary blenders have knives - one or two. Moreover, the more knives, the faster the desired result. The knives, in turn, are straight and curved. The curved knives produce the smallest products. These knives are ideal for making puree.
It is known that the amount of crushed products depends on the size of the bowl. But it's best to choose a blender that can hold 200 to 300 milligrams of food in a bowl. In a bowl with a capacity of 1.5 to 2 liters, it is convenient to prepare puree for several people.
The bowl material can be plastic, glass and metal. Each material has its own advantages and disadvantages. Only cold food can be chopped in the plastic bowl. But at the same time it is very light. Glass is more convenient to use and you can grind hot puree in it, but the disadvantage is fragility and it is very easy to break it. The best thing in this situation is the metal bowl. But still, the lack of such a bowl is its opacity. Because of this, it is impossible to trace the consistency of the mashed potatoes.
The case for a stationary blender is made of two types - plastic and metal. A device with a plastic case can be bought much cheaper, but unfortunately it breaks easily if dropped. The metal case is the most reliable, but its price is much higher than its plastic counterparts.
In most cases, blenders operate on mains power. To do this, they need a cord that is at least 1.5 meters long.This power option is the most reliable. But if in a large kitchen there are several surfaces that are used for work, then a battery model is more convenient. In addition, the battery-powered blender can be used in places without a power outlet. For example, in the country, or in nature. The only drawback of such a blender is that its charge only lasts for half an hour.
It is impossible to tell customers unequivocally that they need to buy only a submersible blender or only a stationary blender. Everyone has their own individual taste and needs. Therefore, when buying, you need to start only from your own interests.
A stationary blender makes it easy to prepare liquid meals, but unfortunately it will need more storage space than a submersible one.
With the hand blender you can do a lot more because it has a wide variety of attachments.
The complexity of performing operations directly depends on the power of the device.
Depending on the speed modes, the knives are spinning, and the speed of cooking changes from this.
It is not so important what material the body of the blender is made of, more important is what the main nozzle of the submersible device and the stationary bowl are made of.
Among the wide variety of blenders that KitchenAid puts on the market, the best devices should be noted, which are rated in the TOP.
This model is distinguished by its harmony both in style and in convenience. Many housewives like this blender from the first moment of use. The hand blender goes well with the design of any kitchen. In just a few seconds, you can prepare mashed potatoes, cereals or drinks. You can also chop ice. The device has a whole set of different attachments, as well as a glass for mixing products. However, some of them are designed to work with large and deep dishes. The body is made of a material that does not slip in your hands. And this item costs 14,990 rubles.
This model belongs to the best models that are perfect for housewives who love to prepare mashed potatoes and drinks. It does an excellent job of chopping vegetables, meat and other foods. The set includes a measuring cup made of thick heat-resistant glass, with which you can accurately measure the amount of food. It is very easy to operate the machine using the touch panel. In terms of power, the device can be used at a professional level. This miracle of technology costs 23,990 rubles.
This hand-held blender is the perfect companion in the kitchen. It helps to mix products if necessary, whip up creams or mousses, grind products. With it, you can even prepare meals for daily use. In addition, it is battery operated, making it easy to use even outside the home. The device costs within 29,990 rubles.
This blender is suitable for people who like more powerful devices. Perfect for professional use. It has a non-slip coating and the immersion part is removable, making it easy to clean. They can perfectly beat cream or mousse, make mashed potatoes or a cocktail, crush ice and make minced meat.When smoothly switching from one speed to the second, you don't have to worry about the device overheating. Thanks to high quality components, it will work for a long time. Most often this blender is used at food service establishments. The case is plastic, and there are not enough buttons. Product price: 17,900 rubles.
It belongs to the best stationary devices, has a large number of functions, but the price may seem high. It is used in catering establishments. Most often in nightclubs. The power of the device is 1,300 W, so that it can be used continuously. Due to the fact that the device is made of high quality materials, it does not heat up. Management is clear enough and has smooth speed control. The cost of the blender is exactly 49,990 rubles.
Regardless of what position the kitchen assistant occupies in the ranking, the main thing is that it is convenient to use and does all the work assigned to it. Its cost is also important. After all, not everyone can afford to buy an expensive thing, but nevertheless, I want to get a high-quality device that performs a sufficient number of functions.