Side-by-side comparison based on expert reviews and community consensus.
Braun MultiQuick 7 Immersion Hand Blender MQ7035
Best Immersion BlenderKitchenAid K150 3 Speed Ice Crushing Blender
Best BudgetPrice
$60-$100
$150-$220
Summary
Wirecutter's top immersion blender pick after testing 13 models, beating even the pricier Breville Control Grip. For soups, sauces, and smoothies without the bulk of a countertop blender, nothing tested better.
Reddit calls it 'a beautiful and capable blender' and Wirecutter recommends it for occasional users who don't need a counter-hogging powerhouse. At $200, it punches well above its price class.
Pros
- Wirecutter's #1 immersion blender after testing 13 competing models
- Pureed fibrous soups faster and more thoroughly than all competitors
- Compact and easy to store compared to countertop blenders
- Works in any container — no dedicated jar needed
- Compact size won't dominate counter or storage space
- Wirecutter-recommended for occasional smoothie, daiquiri, and soup use
- Attractive design compared to utilitarian competitors
- Solid ice-crushing capability for the price
Cons
- Not suitable for large-batch blending or crushing ice
- Less powerful than full-size countertop blenders for frozen ingredients
- Splashing can occur with thin liquids if technique is poor
- Not suitable for heavy daily blending or commercial-style use
- Less powerful than Vitamix or Blendtec for tough ingredients
- Fewer speed options than premium blenders
Our take
Immersion blenders are massively underrated, and the Braun MultiQuick 7 is the one to get — it's faster, cleaner, and more versatile than any countertop blender for everyday cooking tasks.
If you blend a smoothie or daiquiri a couple times a week and don't want to spend $400, the KitchenAid K150 is the honest answer — capable, compact, and easy to live with.
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