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Immersion/Stick Blenders

Marlene

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Brown Hornet

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I've used a KA 9-speed immersion blender for 8 years with no problems. I don't think they even make this model anymore which is too bad -- to quote Apple it just works.

I have to agree with Slkinsey though, since buying my Blendtec blender I rarely use the immersion blender. Only small amounts that do not blend well in a large blender get the immersion blender, or when I only want a quick rough blend (I do this with gazpacho for example). Personally, I prefer a full size blender to blend large amounts -- even if it requires multiple batches. The blending power of a Blendtec or Vitamix is exponentially greater than a hand held immersion blender.

Haven't tried eggs with the immersion blender but it sounds interesting!

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lindag

lindag

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Brand new! Immersion Blender

I like this, if I were in the market for a new model, I think I'd jump on this at $99.

I have the Bamix which I really like but it doesn't have the removeable shaft which is a really nice feature.

tikidoc

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I ordered the Waring WSB33 Quick Stik (for just under $60 shipped) but it looks like there is going to be a delay in shipping it (a couple more weeks). I just got an email from William Sonoma about the immersion blender from All Clad above. Thought on if the extra $40 for the All Clad would be worth it? The detachable shaft would be nice but I'm not sure if it's worth an extra $40. Because of the delay, I could cancel the shipment on the Waring, and we have a local WS store, so I could pick it up.

Thoughts?

budrichard

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Brand new! Immersion Blender

I like this, if I were in the market for a new model, I think I'd jump on this at $99.

I have the Bamix which I really like but it doesn't have the removeable shaft which is a really nice feature.

"Use at one minute intervals."

Interesting enough, the specs on this Blender say 600 watts and 2#'s 8oz.

On the Robot Coupe 190VV I purchased, the spec is 250 watts and up to 12,500 rpm and 5#'s with no time restriction?

I suspect that the Watts on the All-Clad are peak starting and not run Watts.

Kinda makes you wonder.-Dick

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Keith_W

Keith_W

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I am thinking of getting a new immersion blender.

I have owned my Bamix Swissline (the top model) for 7 years. About a year after I bought it, the motor burned out. It simply overheated and died. I was told to use it in short bursts. It was then repaired under warranty.

About 3 weeks ago, my Bamix suddenly died. I hadn't been doing anything particularly strenous with it - I picked it up and it wouldn't turn on. Strange, it was working perfectly before I put it back into storage!

I am waiting for my Bamix to be repaired. This time it won't be under warranty. But I am quite annoyed now. Would it be worth considering a Robot-Coupe? The Robot-Coupe does not have the mini food processor attachment, which I find invaluable. Is there anything else which is robust and reliable?

There is no love more sincere than the love of food - George Bernard Shaw
Ozcook

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I have had a Braun for years and it has taken plenty of punishment. I often have it on for several minutes at a time. Never showed any signs of overheating.

GlowingGhoul

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I am thinking of getting a new immersion blender.

I have owned my Bamix Swissline (the top model) for 7 years. About a year after I bought it, the motor burned out. It simply overheated and died. I was told to use it in short bursts. It was then repaired under warranty.

About 3 weeks ago, my Bamix suddenly died. I hadn't been doing anything particularly strenous with it - I picked it up and it wouldn't turn on. Strange, it was working perfectly before I put it back into storage!

I am waiting for my Bamix to be repaired. This time it won't be under warranty. But I am quite annoyed now. Would it be worth considering a Robot-Coupe? The Robot-Coupe does not have the mini food processor attachment, which I find invaluable. Is there anything else which is robust and reliable?

I have a Dynamic immersion blender. They're as robust as Robot Coupe (both are made in France), and Dynamic has a much wider array of accessories, and costs less than Robot Coupe. These are no-nonsense commercial grade units.

I bought the "Dynashake", which is the same as the "Mini-Pro" but includes a special container and longer shaft for making shakes and smoothies. It comes with 3 different blades, emulsifying, chopping, and whipping.

I also have the ricer, whisking, and food processor attachments.

Katom restaurant supply seems to have the best prices on Dynamic products in the US.

For what it's worth, Dynamic invented the immersion blender.

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Keith_W

Keith_W

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I have a Dynamic immersion blender. They're as robust as Robot Coupe (both are made in France), and Dynamic has a much wider array of accessories, and costs less than Robot Coupe. These are no-nonsense commercial grade units.

Thank you!! I just had a look at the website. It looks exactly like what I need. Now I need to find an Australian distributor.

Out of curiosity, you said you had the ricer attachment - I presume you mean this one? Does it do a good job with mash potato without turning it into a starchy mess?

There is no love more sincere than the love of food - George Bernard Shaw
JoNorvelleWalker

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I have a Dynamic immersion blender. They're as robust as Robot Coupe (both are made in France), and Dynamic has a much wider array of accessories, and costs less than Robot Coupe. These are no-nonsense commercial grade units.

I bought the "Dynashake", which is the same as the "Mini-Pro" but includes a special container and longer shaft for making shakes and smoothies. It comes with 3 different blades, emulsifying, chopping, and whipping.

I also have the ricer, whisking, and food processor attachments.

Katom restaurant supply seems to have the best prices on Dynamic products in the US.

For what it's worth, Dynamic invented the immersion blender.

As far as immersion blenders are concerned, I remain happy with my KitchenAid. However that Dynashake sure looks interesting. I'd like to be able to make a good milkshake. I've not had what I consider an acceptable milkshake in years, even from ice cream parlors using Vitamix and such.

Would a Dynashake do the job? Or is there someting better?

Cooking is cool.  And kitchen gear is even cooler.  -- Chad Ward

Whatever you crave, there's a dumpling for you. -- Hsiao-Ching Chou

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TdeV

TdeV

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After not too long, the top part separated from the body part of my immersion blender. It's a KitchenAid Model KHB1231CU0. From their website, this model looks like a 2 speed blender. KitchenAid says there's no warranty.

 

Prior to the "accident" I thought the top part of the blender was a tad loose. But what "did it" for this blender was mashing a mixture of potato and sweet potato. Lots of suction power, I didn't a ton of water.

 

I'm looking for an immersion blender which will hold together.

 

Recommendations? TIA.

Darienne

Darienne

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I'm no expert on the subject.  I've had my Oster Immersion blender for so long now that I can't even recall when I got it.  Model # 2611-33.  Probably isn't around any more.  But it's a workhorse and has never let me down.  It's white, two speed and comes apart sort of mid-section.  I remember thinking it was more than I would usually spend on a small item, but obviously it's more than paid its way.

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joiei

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You might look around for a small industrial style blender.  i think Amazon has some otherwise check with your local restaurant supply house.

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dcarch

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3 hours ago, TdeV said:

Because of stckciv, I found this most excellent write up:

http://www.chowhound.com/post/info-immersion-blenders-810839

 

It does seem like Dynamic International is worth looking into!

 

There are so much misinformation in the thread, I would not base my decision on that thread.

For instance in just one reply:

 

A. The maximum capacity for the MiniPro is 4 qts (1 gallon), so at 6 to 8 qts you'll be stretching it. If purchasing one of the more powerful models isn't an option, for optimal performance you should cut the larger batch sizes in half. 

Meaningless, capacity has nothing to do with the machine. You can stick the blender in Atlantic Ocean and the machine will perform exactly the same as in one gallon of water.


As for wattage, the other brands don't rate their motors real-world (under load) and so that gives them a higher wattage result but it's inaccurate, misleading and in actual use doesn't mean anything.

You can't rate a freewheeling universal type of brushed motor. The less load on the motor, the less wattage it will read.

 

In addition to power, for a blender, you really need high RPM. 10000 RPM is very slow for a hand blender. A Vitamix is higher than 30,000 RPM.

 

Hand blenders don't tell you about their RPMs.

 

dcarch

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lindag

lindag

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I can only offer that I have had my Bamix for several years and it does everything I need, it seems to be heavy duty enough for most any task.

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daveb

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+1 to Bamix.  It's  everything you'll need in a household kitchen and most (only constrained by shaft length) commercial work as well.

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TdeV

TdeV

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I'm back.  Looking to replace my immersion blender again. 😕

 

This time I have Bamix in my sights. ;)

 

lindag

lindag

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I've had my Bamix for many years and it's heavy duty enough for everything I use it for.  It would be nice if it had a removable shaft that could go in the d/w.Cleaning the head takes extra effort.

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