10 Best Hand Blenders 2023 | UK Chef Reviewed

As you'd expect from a leading small appliance manufacturer, Dualit's blender comes with various well-thought-out, nifty features that separate it from the rest of the pack. The metal blending shaft, for example, boasts a 100% reduction in suction, as well as a non-scratch plastic foot to protect your pans.

Many of the parts on this hand blender are repairable and replaceable, meaning it should keep on going and going. The attachments are all robust, BPA-free and dishwasher-safe, and the ergonomic handle at the top makes it easier and more comfortable to get a good grip.

Dangling wires knocking things over (and being tied to the only corner of the kitchen with a free plug socket) are a thing of the past with this battery-powered blender from Cuisinart. Thanks to its 20 minutes of run time, you're free to roam around your kitchen unlimited by the length of your blender's power cord.

Five speed settings offer a greater level of control, and the three attachments should be all you need for a wide variety of culinary creations. The battery does add to the weight of this blender, meaning your arms might tire out sooner, but we think it's worth it!

Another of Cuisinart's cordless range, this blender offers style and convenience. It is slightly cheaper option, so it's a perfect middle-ground if you want an affordable blender with professional functionality.

The selling point for this product is that it includes a chopping function, with a 250 ml attachment to allow you to chop and dice vegetables with ease. This is the perfect choice if you're just beginning to develop your culinary skills!

At £200 this is much more of an investment than other hand blenders on our list, but for professional-level food prep, this model is hard to beat. It's also built to last, a useful consideration given that hand blenders often take a lot of abuse and cheaper models can burn out in a year or two.

The various add-ons and attachments mean there's little this blender can't do, and they stack away neatly behind the stylish stand. As a high-level piece of kit, this blender is slightly more complicated to use than simpler rivals, but there are a series of YouTube videos made by the company to show the full range of possibilities on offer.

Finished in Bosch's signature understated utilitarian aesthetic, this powerful, beefy blender is a capable piece of kit ready to be put to a variety of culinary challenges. The steel-shafted blender features the company's QuattroBlade technology for super-efficient chopping, and the mini processor attachment can be used with blades for slicing and grating.

There are also 12-speed settings and a turbo boost for extra oomph when blending tougher ingredients. And with its quiet low vibration motor, you can blitz away without worrying about the neighbours.

This blender from Andrew James is the cheapest on our list to come packaged with such a range of accessories. As well as a good-quality blending arm, there are whisk and chopping attachments and a 500 ml measuring beaker.

The turn dial speed control at the top makes varying the power a doddle, and the clean, fuss-free lines of the blender won't ruffle any feathers design-wise. There are 5 main speed settings and a turbo speed setting, so you'll have plenty of options to get your recipes just right!

If having a wide selection of attachments to experiment with appeals to you, then look no further. As well as a metal-shafted blender stick, there's a masher, a whisk, and a bespoke soup attachment, plus a mini processor and jug (both with lids, so you can pop what you're making straight in the fridge).

Kenwood's triblade technology sees the cutting blades chop at three levels simultaneously, for finer, smoother results. Eight-speed settings – plus a turbo boost for tougher ingredients – round off the spec table nicely. But if compactness is your priority, one of our other choices may better serve you.

One stand-out feature of this hand blender is its whopping 21-speed settings, easily controlled by a turn dial on top of the device. This is almost certainly a level of control you'll seldom use in your daily lives, but it will no doubt appeal to those who value such precision.

The Braun also boasts PowerBell technology, which is claimed to produce more finely chopped and blended results than in its rivals and a quieter motor than other blenders. Did we mention it comes with a whisk, mini processor and beaker to top off the package?

This option is great if you're looking for a substantial amount of accessories with a relatively low price! At 800 watts, it is a powerful blender with 12 adjustable speeds and a turbo function.

We love this blender because it includes a milk brother attachment, meaning you can make barista style coffees at home. This is a rare find with hand blenders, so if you're choosing between a coffee machine or food processor, this could be the perfect compromise!

At just over £15, this is the cheapest hand blender on our list. Though it probably won't be ideal for heavy daily use, for occasional no-frills blending on a budget it really is nothing to turn your nose up at. The single blender attachment will see you right for soups, smoothies and sauces with the minimum of fuss, cost and clutter.

Unlike some cheaper models, the stick attachment can be removed to allow easy cleaning. There are also two-speed settings, so you can adjust the power for different types of food, and at only 780g the blender is nice and light in the hand.