Fruit-drink makers with little worktop space
If you mainly make watermelon drinks and cannot leave a jug blender out, a hand blender with a detachable shaft can be put away after use. Check that you have a suitable jug for blending.
Who is a hand blender for?
Frequent drink makers who dislike splashes
If you make fruit drinks regularly, adjustable speed, a splash-reducing design and removable parts may matter more to you than one-speed simplicity. Cleaning instructions still vary by model.
Consumers without a convenient socket
If your preparation area is out of reach of a mains socket, a cordless hand blender gives you another place to blend. You will need to account for charging and the battery arrangement of the bundle you choose.
What matters when choosing?
Start with the vessel and storage space you have. Then decide whether splash control or freedom from a mains socket would change how you prepare drinks.
| Concern | What to check | Who this matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Storage and simple blending | Check whether the shaft detaches and whether a tall, stable jug or supplied beaker suits your usual serving. | If I make an occasional watermelon drink, I want to put the blender away rather than leave another appliance on the worktop. Compact storage is the primary concern for around 42% of consumers. |
| Control of splashes | Look for adjustable speed and a splash-reducing design; check the manual for permitted cleaning methods. | When I blend a watery drink regularly, I want a gentler start and less mess to clean up. Around 33% of consumers would put blending control and splashes first. |
| Socket access | For a cordless model, check the included battery, charging method and stated runtime. | If my preparation area is beyond convenient cable reach, I need to blend without moving everything to a socket. That flexibility comes first for around 25% of consumers. |
Buying pitfalls
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Buying an attachment bundle just for watermelon drinks
A blending shaft and suitable vessel address the basic soft-fruit drink task; a chopper or whisk is useful only if you also need it for other recipes.
Choose a bundle around the tasks you actually do, and check where its extra parts will be stored.
Extra attachments also mean more items to put away and wash.
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Judging drink quality by wattage alone
A motor rating does not tell you how much a watery drink will splash. The vessel, blending-head position and available speed control also affect how you use the appliance.
Check the controls and blending-head design, and use a tall vessel with the head submerged while it runs.
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Assuming cordless is always more convenient
Cordless use helps when a socket is awkwardly placed, but the battery needs charging. KitchenAid states up to 30 minutes of blending time for its Go 5KHBRV71BM; that is a brand-stated maximum, not unlimited operation.
Check whether the battery is included and whether the stated runtime fits your usual blending sessions.
A depleted battery can interrupt a session until it is recharged.
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Overlooking cleaning after cut fruit
Fruit residue can collect around the blending head and detachable joint. Removable or dishwasher-safe parts do not make the whole appliance dishwasher-safe.
Unplug a corded model before detaching parts, follow its manual for cleaning, and dry the parts before storage. Refrigerate prepared drinks where appropriate rather than leaving them out unnecessarily.
Brands to consider
Braun
Braun’s MultiQuick hand-blender range includes simple one-speed models and models with adjustable speeds and additional attachments.
- The MultiQuick 1 MQ10.001P is presented as a lightweight option with an EasyTwist detachable arrangement.
- MultiQuick specifications vary by model; check the controls and attachments of the exact version you are considering.
Tefal
Tefal’s QuickChef+ HB6718G0 is a hand blender with adjustable speed, an anti-splash guard and removable parts.
- Tefal specifies 20 speeds and turbo mode for the HB6718G0, useful controls to consider when starting a thin drink gently.
- Check the model instructions to identify which removable parts may go in a dishwasher.
KitchenAid
KitchenAid offers corded hand blenders and the Go cordless system for preparation away from a convenient socket.
- The Go 5KHBRV71BM uses a removable battery; KitchenAid states a runtime of up to 30 minutes.
- Cordless use adds charging to your routine. Check the contents of the exact bundle before buying.
Hand blenders on Joybuy
These hand blenders include a straightforward one-speed option and models with additional controls or attachments. Compare what you will use for watermelon drinks with the space needed to store each bundle.
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Tefal QuickChef+ HB6718G0 hand blender, Powelix blade
Consider this model if you want adjustable control when starting a watery fruit drink. Tefal specifies 20 speeds, turbo mode and an anti-splash guard for the HB6718G0. A guard does not remove the need for a tall vessel and a submerged blending head.
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Braun MultiQuick 5 Pro MQ55755M hand blender with mini food processor, whisk and beaker
Consider this bundle if you want a hand blender for drinks and would also use its food processor and whisk. Its name specifies a 1000 W motor and PowerBell Plus. Decide whether the extra attachments earn their storage space.
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Braun MultiQuick 1 MQ10.001P hand blender, white
Consider this lightweight model for occasional soft-fruit drinks when simple operation matters most. It has a 450 W motor, one speed and an EasyTwist detachable arrangement. One speed gives you less control over how gently blending starts.
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Braun MultiQuick 5 Pro MQ55236M hand blender with beaker, chopper and whisk
Consider this bundle if you make fruit drinks but would also use a chopper and whisk. Check whether its controls suit the way you start thin mixtures, and whether you have room to store the attachments.
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Braun MultiQuick 7 MQ7045 hand blender with ActiveBlade, EasyClick Plus and Splash Control
Consider this model if splash control matters when you blend watery drinks. Its named features include ActiveBlade, EasyClick Plus and Splash Control; keep the blending head submerged despite the splash-control design. Check the bundle contents against the vessel and storage space you have.
Frequently asked questions
Can I make a watermelon drink with a hand blender instead of a jug blender?
Yes, a hand blender is a practical choice for a small batch of soft fruit blended in a suitable tall jug, and it can be put away afterwards. If you routinely make larger batches or want hands-free blending, consider whether a jug blender’s capacity and permanent worktop space suit you better.
How can I limit splashes when blending watermelon?
Use a tall, stable vessel, submerge the blending head before switching on and start gently if the model has adjustable speed. A maker-described anti-splash guard or Splash Control design may help, but it cannot prevent every splash.
Does a dishwasher-safe attachment mean the whole blender can go in the dishwasher?
No. Dishwasher suitability applies only to the parts identified for that exact model. Check its manual before washing the shaft or accessories, and do not assume the motor body can go in the dishwasher.
Is a cordless hand blender worth choosing for a small kitchen?
Cordless is worth considering when socket position or cable reach genuinely restricts where you can prepare drinks. Check the battery included with the particular bundle and plan for charging; KitchenAid states up to 30 minutes of blending time for its Go 5KHBRV71BM, not unlimited use.