Which is better to choose a blender

The blender will help optimize the process of making various dishes in the kitchen.  The name of the device is from the English word Blend, which means "mix." A compact useful unit equipped with various nozzles, like a mixer mixes, and also grows products with the help of special nozzles and metal knives. Thus, the blender optimizes the process of grinding various foods, will be useful for the preparation of fruit and vegetable puree, mousses and smoothies, whipping cocktails.

How to choose a blender: Types of blender

Depending on the design and the functions performed, several varieties of blends are distinguished. To decide which blender to choose, think about what types of products you plan to process in it, the necessary volumes of cooking, as well as where and how you plan to use this device.

The following types of blends are presented on sale:

• submers (for manual use) - an external nozzle with knives is attached on an elongated body. Manual models can be used by immersing in any dishes;
• stationary - made in the form of devices with a bowl, which is fixed on a special base with the control panel and electric motor. The bowl is equipped inside in the lower part with knives for processing products;
• combined - these include models that combine the advantages of two of the above types of devices;
• wireless ones are convenient to use when there is no socket at hand. As a rule, they differ in lower power compared to network models;
• personal - small submersible models of low power with a bowl placed in a car cup holder. Such a device can be taken with you on a trip;
• professional - powerful models that allow you to grind ice, dry herbs and spices at high speeds. With their help, you can treat vegetables and fruits to the consistency of puree literally in seconds.

These household devices are equipped with various additional nozzles to increase the functionality of the devices. Some nozzles for a blender often significantly increase its cost, so it should be considered that from the proposed options you will be useful in the future. Before choosing a blender, it is recommended to carefully study the list of functions necessary for performing and, based on this, proceed to further choice.

How to choose a blender: submersible (manual) models

A manual blender is a small household device that is characterized by simplicity of operation, especially when processing small volumes of products. Structurally, such a device is an elongated case in various performance, to which the nozzle for grinding and whipping is attached.

Submissive bleeders do an excellent job of mixing products, the manufacture of sauces, grinding nuts, herbs, vegetables, cooking puree, and testing of dough. When using a manual device, it is not necessary to shift products from one container to another - processing is carried out directly in that dish (dish or pan) in which food is made. A manual blender is suitable for processing small portions of vegetable and fruit puree - therefore, it will become an indispensable kitchen assistant for the preparation of baby food. With its help, it is easy to prepare small portions of various sauces - for example, mix mayonnaise, while when processing in a bowl of a stationary device, it will largely smear along the walls.

Advantages of using a manual blender:

• with it, you can manually adjust the processing of products to the desired consistency, which is very convenient;
• such a household device is compact, does not take up a lot of space, it is convenient to care for and operate, does not require special maintenance.

As the disadvantages of a submersible blender, one can note:

• the need to hold the device in the hand in the process of grinding, pressing the button, which is not always quite convenient;
• not very suitable for cooking cocktails.

How to choose a blender: stationary blenders

Stationary blends are made in the form of a stand with an electric motor inside, on which a bowl with high sides for processing products equipped with lobed knives is steadily attached. A control panel is placed on the standing of the product to regulate product processing speeds.

Stationary bleeders are designed for the preparation of various sauces, mashed potatoes and smoothies, as well as the preparation of emulsions. In this household device, it is convenient to process half -liquid and liquid mixtures - for example, mix the dough, cook cocktails.

The advantages of stationary models include the following:

• blenders of this type carry out products processing on their own, you only need to pre -load them into the bowl and select the desired speed;
• some models, depending on power, can also prick ice;
• through the nose of the jug (device bowls), it is convenient to pour cocktails.

As the disadvantages of stationary blender, one can mention:

• more voluminous dimensions compared to manual models;
• this device is not too suitable for grinding vegetables;
• the inconvenience of work with small portions of products, since during processing they are distributed along the walls, and the knives located below may not reach them.

How to choose a blender: combined models

Such household devices have all the capabilities of submersible and stationary blends, are equipped with grinding nozzles, a whisk for whipping, an ice knife, a vacuum pump, a nozzle, as well as a bowl with a volume of 200 ml to two liters.

A combined blender with various nozzles can be called a limited version of a mini-combine-the device is able to grind and mix vegetables, nuts, spices, mashed potatoes, as well as whisk proteins, cocktails, mix semi-liquid dough, cook creams. The disadvantages of this type of bleeders include their fairly high cost.

How to choose a blender: devices characteristics

The main technical indicators and characteristics of the blender include:

1. The power of the device is depending on the number of functions implemented in the model, this indicator can be from 200 to 700 watts. The blender with low power is able to grind soft foods, as well as beat the cocktail. To process, for example, raw vegetables, nuts, as well as for mixing the dough, grinding ice will need a much more powerful device.
2. The speed of rotation of the nozzles - depending on the power of the blender, it provides for various speed switching options. In low-power devices, as a rule, the use of 1 or 2 rotation speeds of the nozzles is provided, with an increase in power of power, their number increases to 5, in some of the best professional blends, 10-12 speeds can be used. Using the use of the desired speed modes, you can change the processing time of products, the degree of grinding, and also achieve with the desired accuracy of the required consistency of the mixed dish. For the preparation of baby food, 1-2 speeds will be enough.                                      
3. Battery power or using a power grid - modern blends can work using a lace connection to a socket or wirelessly (using built -in batteries). In this case, it will not work out to unequivocally answer which blender will not work. Both varieties have their pros and cons:

• battery models do not require a rose -rose nearby, they can be used anywhere without getting confused in the wires. At the same time, this design is high in weight compared to network models. In addition, the time of continuous operation in them depends on the level of charging the battery;
• wended models can be used near the outlet, they are easier in weight, and will also provide the necessary continuous processing time of products.

4. The material of the submersible part - in manual models, part of the blender, immersed in the processed product, is made of metal, as well as plastic. The following disadvantages and advantages of these materials can be noted:

• the metal submersible part (usually stainless steel) is durable, strength, resistant to heating (hot products can be processed with a metal nozzle). The disadvantages include significant weight of such a nozzle - a rotating metal structure is often difficult to hold in the hands “on weight”;
• the submersible part of plastic is less than weight compared to the metal part, it is easily washed and dried. At the same time, plastic is unstable to mechanical damage, and can also be deformed under the influence of high temperatures.

5. Material of the manufacture of the bowl - plastic, plastic or glass. The plastic bowl is durable, but over time it is cloudy and prone to scratches. In this regard, the glass is much more stable, although it differs in fragility - such a bowl can be broken by accidentally dropping. The plastic bowl retains transparency, does not beat and is not painted due to food treatment.
6. The design of the device - it must be selected based on personal preferences. Pay attention to the constructive execution of the case, the location of the panel, the convenience of control, as well as the handle of the submersible device - in the case of manufacture from a non -slip rubberized material, such a device is much more convenient to hold in the hands.
7. The noise level of a working engine is optimally no more than 70 dB. Separate manufacturers in the design of the blends use a noise reduction system - such devices work almost silently.
8. The function of mechanical cleaning is used in stationary models. In the presence of this function, the blender is easy to clean, while without cutting. To do this, pour a container for products with water and press the corresponding button. Under the influence of a rotating nozzle, water will wash off the inner surface of the bowl, as well as knives.

How to choose a blender: equipment

The following nozzles and devices can be used in the standard configuration of the blender, as well as as additional functionality:

• whisk for whipping - help to prepare an omelet of delicate consistency, light mousse or cream, a homogeneous dough for baking pancakes;
• a mini-target for a bowl (mill)-for making mashed potatoes from a small portion of fruits or vegetables, bus, nuts, onions and garlic, as well as grinding cheese;
• crumber nozzles-for uniform mixing of dough throughout the volume;
• a special nozzle for potato puree - allows you to get a tender consistency of this dish without lumps;
• the device for the wall attachment of the blender - it is convenient to use in conditions of lack of free space in a small kitchen;
• a measured glass for dosing products according to the recipe for cooking;
• vacuum pump (pump) for packaging products in a vacuum, which contributes to long -term storage;
• special covers for tight covering containers, allowing you to store products treated with a blender in the refrigerator.

How to choose a blender: useful tips

A significant number of blender models from various manufacturers are presented on sale. It may not be easy to figure out which blender is better. Salons of household appliances are distinguished by a wide selection of these devices. To buy a blender with the necessary ratio of “price-quality”, it is recommended to pre-monitor various models of these devices. On the Internet there are various reviews about blends of different price categories.

First of all, when choosing a blender in an online store or a salon of household appliances, attention should be paid to the power of the device, ease of operation and quality of execution-on them, and the price of the blender will depend on the manufacturer's brand. It is important that the number of nozzles, the presence of additional options, as well as the noise level of the device.

How to choose a blender: manufacturers review

Based on the results of testing models in various reviews of blends, Bosh, Braun, Philips, as well as Vitek, are distinguished as manufacturers of unprofessional models of Bosh, as well as manufacturers of non -professional models.

For grinding soft products, as well as whipping proteins, cream and cocktails, a device in a powerful range of 250-400 watts is suitable-for example, inexpensive models of Bosh, Scarlett and Polaris blenders. In order for such a device to serve for a long time, before grinding raw vegetables and fruits, first cut them into thin slices, until the boiled dishes are grinded in small pieces. SCARLETT bleeders of low power relate to an affordable price category and are characterized by ease of operation. The Redmond RHB M2900 stationary blender with a capacity of 350 W is equipped with a convenient road bottle, which can be used without fears on trips to feed the baby.

For regular use in a significant load mode, experts recommend choosing a submersible blender with a capacity of at least 500 watts. Stationary household models up to 750 watts are often equipped with too small bowls, as well as an unprofessional knife that does not cope too well with grinding hard ingredients, as well as greens. In addition, when processing viscous mixtures in low -power devices, breakdowns may occur. In this power category, choose models of well -known manufacturers (Philips, Moulinex, Bosh Blanders). For example, brown bleeders are popular thanks to reliable protection of the motor from contacts with products presented on the sale of Czech configuration, as well as affordable service. The multiple testing carried out by the manufacturer in the development process has led to a smaller number of complaints of users of these blends about knife breakdowns, engine failure.

If you want to be able to grind with a blender a variety of vegetables and fruits, meat for minced meat, grind coffee, mix viscous fluids, pay attention to models with a capacity of 750-950 watts. Many devices in this category have a significant level of noise. According to the reviews of the hostesses, the combined POLARIS PHB 0713 AL blender is convenient to operate and not too noisy multifunctional device that effectively grinds various products.

In addition, there are many positive reviews about Vitek blenders, with similar power and acceptable quality, they are much cheaper than competitors.

Powerful NOVES OF NOVENS Filips and Vitek are able to cut cubes and straws, tire on vegetables and cut potatoes for chips. The cost of devices with the possibility of figure cutting is still tangibly higher than that of similar blends without the availability of this option.

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