We were impressed at how lightweight this blender was, especially considering how cumbersome some cordless kitchen gadgets can be. It also comes with a mini processor, jug and whisk attachment included in the box, making the price tag a little more palatable. It’s expensive, but you are paying for cordless convenience. If you need to make a flour dough or mix dense batters, simply detach the whisker hook and attach the stainless steel kneader hook instead The Dualit DHB2 Hand Blender is an excellent choice for any discerning chef. Its 700W motor, upgraded from 500W of its predecessor, means it handles foods better and it comes with all the necessary accessories. There’s also a turbo mode for dealing with super-tough blends. After several attempts at chopping, the final result was mostly finely diced but with a few small chunks left and the chopped onions of different sizes. While the onions weighed less than the stated maximum quantity the bowl could handle (200g), it may be that smaller amounts yield more consistent results. Blenders come in a range of materials, but mainly with plastic or metal shafts. Metal shafts are preferable as they are less likely to stain than those with plastic. This is because the blending shaft is the part that gets dirtiest, and if you are blending lots of soup for instance, you might find a metal shaft remains in better condition over time. What accessories are available?

Adding the second gearbox and balloon whisk attachment, we used the Total Control on speed 7 to combine a basic white sauce, made using a roux and gradually adding milk while on the hob. Here, the variable speed and controllability was useful as being able to slow down and speed up as the milk became incorporated helped to prevent splashes. The finished sauce was completely lump-free. We also test each model for ease of cleaning, noting which models are easy to clean up and have dishwasher-safe parts and those that don’t.

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In all cases, ease of use, suitability for the task at hand, and the final results are taken into consideration in our final rating. Stainless steel whisker attachment for beating eggs, whipping besan, making fluffy batters, and churning curd for making lassi or buttermilk

If you’re tired of the all-or-nothing performance of the average hand blender, you might want to consider the Morphy Richards Total Control. It’s equipped with the company’s Smart Response Technology, which builds up speed gradually so blitzing food comes without the usual jerks and splatters.

For making soups, you’re unlikely to need as many attachments, but if you’ll be using your blender to prepare lots of vegetables then a chopping tool will be a godsend. Also, is the beaker or bowl included – and how big is it? If it doesn’t fit your size requirements then you may need to look elsewhere. How much power do I need? This Morphy Richards Hand Mixer- HM02 Hand Blender cum mixer is sure to surprise you with its performance and versatility. A detachable dough hook gracefully kneads your dough uniformly and firmly without forming any lumps. Now making chapattis or homemade pizza bread becomes child’s play without you breaking into a sweat. As separate whisker attachment not just whisks eggs, but also works beautifully on dense batters, creaming them into a smooth paste. Use it also to blend and make a satisfying glass of lassi or buttermilk at home. With 300 watts of power and 5 speed settings, enjoy power and versatility in your hands.