Blenders have long won the hearts of housewives, but every year manufacturers offer more and more interesting options. And what was relevant a couple of years ago is now considered an outdated model. In this article, you will learn how to choose a blender for home in 2019 and which company is better, what to look for when buying, what features and functions it should have.
What types of blenders are there
There are four types of blenders:
- Ordinary blenders
- Blenders - steamers
- Dicing blenders
- Universal blenders
Let's take a closer look at each type so that you know exactly which blender is best for home. (See also: What is a blender and what is it for )
Blenders ordinary - the most "ancient", but also the most reliable option, if you use it, observing the prescribed restrictions on the hardness of the products. Having such a device, you can whip cocktails, grind boiled vegetables, soft fruits, make sauces and mayonnaise. These devices cannot overcome solid food or meat. The knives will quickly become dull, and in the worst case, the motor will burn out from overvoltage.
But, still this type is the most common. For raw vegetables and hard fruits, people often use a meat grinder (for example, to prepare adjika), also concerns meat. But they use a blender only to turn some ingredients into a paste (boiled meat, boiled vegetables, soft fruits, such as bananas). But, if you do not have a meat grinder, then it makes sense to get one that can make minced meat and chop hard vegetables.
Blenders-steamers Is a very good thing for young mothers. This appliance first steamed vegetables or meat and then chopped it like a regular blender. Water is poured into a special tank, food is laid out on the grate. At the end of cooking, the grate is removed and the bowl turns into a regular blender. Extremely convenient. Although, if you already have a steamer, then this will be a waste.
Dicing blenders - cut into cubes, what else can you say? Such a blender is the dream of those who hate chopping onions by hand, but getting the harvester out for a couple of onions is lazy. In addition, he cuts into slices, chops nuts and hard cheese, shreds cabbage. But it does not have the usual functions (mashing in mashed potatoes), and this is a big minus. It is not clear why it was generally called a blender, if in fact it is a device for cutting food. Translated from English "blend" means to mix. Only confuse the buyer!
Blender universal - this is a device so a device! It can do everything, thanks to the fact that it has several interchangeable attachments in the set: for cocktails and mashed potatoes from soft products, for minced meat, for various cutting and even for chopping ice and grinding coffee beans. Of course, the price bites too. But, if you have not yet had time to acquire a mass of kitchen equipment, then it makes sense to take such a blender. It is much easier to wash it than a harvester, and this is an important factor that should be taken into account.
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Blender types
In addition to types, blenders also differ in modifications, which we propose to consider: (See also: Rating of the best blenders of 2019 )
- Submersible
- Stationary
- Combined
Hand blender - made in the form of a long handle with a removable nozzle. The knives in it are different, depending on the type of blender. Includes a tall grinding cup. But, we do not advise you to take this type if you want to make minced meat or grind a large amount of a solid product. The hand will get tired of the weight. This model is only good for crushing soft ingredients quickly.
Stationary blender - looks solid and stands accordingly. But you don't need to hold anything in your hands. But, again: if you are not going to make minced meat on it or process a large mass of solid products, then unnecessary spending is completely useless. Moreover, a conventional hand blender is more maneuverable. They can be crushed in any container, even in a glass, even in a saucepan, and any volume. But in a stationary one, it will not work out to grind one hundred grams of the product: it will simply smear on the walls of the bowl. ( See also: How to use a blender correctly )
Combination blender Is the best option. The blender can be taken out and used separately, or it can be assembled, grinding in its own bowl. Of course, such a device is also more expensive than a conventional submersible one and it makes sense to take it only if it has replaceable nozzles for various types of cutting.
Case: which material is better
Blenders come in metal, plastic and combined.
Plastic case - the most economical option, but they will not be able to grind hot soup in mashed potatoes, it deforms and will crack over time. Therefore, we do not advise you to take it, especially if the manufacturer is not very well-known.
But the plus of the plastic is that such a body is very light and the hand will not get tired of holding it on the weight (of course, this applies to submersible blenders, for stationary ones this is an irrelevant advantage).
Metal case - made of stainless steel, looks expensive, easy to clean, durable. But it must be borne in mind that it is heavier and costs significantly more. If you are not constrained in funds, then you can buy this, a good option.
Combined body - the top is at the handle of their plastic, and the removable part of their metal. In our opinion, this is the best option. Both practical and lightweight and more or less affordable.
Bowl: which one to choose
Come from:
- Plastic
- Glass
- Metal
- Composite materials
The advantages of plastic are obvious - cheapness. But, after a couple of years, the bowl becomes cloudy, covered with microcracks, turns yellow and does not look the freshest. And it can burst if it falls unsuccessfully.
A glass or composite bowl will retain its appearance for many years, unless it breaks. It's good if this happens in the next few years, until the production of such models is stopped. And if later there are no such bowls even in sight?
Therefore, the best option is stainless steel. Although it is not visible from the outside in what condition the product is, it will serve you all your life.
What to look for when buying
- It is advisable that the bowl has a spout: it is more convenient to drain the finished mixture
- The power button should be rubber and soft, so it's more comfortable
- In stationary and combined models, the self-cleaning function will be useful
- Also, a good blender should have an overheating and voltage surge protection function.
- We do not advise you to use electronic blenders. Mechanical ones are cheaper and will need to be repaired less often and will cost much less than replacing the board.
Power: which one to stop at
How powerful should a blender be? As in any technique, the rule applies here: the more power is provided, the stronger and more enduring the device.It is not always possible to calculate the safe hardness of the product, and if your blender is too weak, then such an error may cost you a burned out motor. Try to opt for a blender on a more powerful model. You will not go broke on electricity, as the blender grinds very quickly.
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Ideal blender option
If you manage to find such a blender - take it without hesitation! We, however, have not yet found this. But suddenly?
- Power - high
- The case is combined (the top is plastic, and the bottom is metal)
- Type - universal (but with the ability to purchase different attachments separately)
- Type - combined (you can mix both by hand and in your bowl)
- Bowl - stainless steel with a spout
- Self-cleaning function - yes
- Overheating protection function - yes
Why do manufacturers like to give out the benefits bit by bit? Well, why should they release such a device?
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Rating of the best companies - manufacturers of blenders 2019
- Braun
- Philips
- Moulinex
- Bosch
- Kenwood
- Zelmer
There is nothing better than these firms. Each of them produces various modifications of blenders for every taste and budget. Various Chinese and inexpensive options are short-lived and not much cheaper.
Now you are theoretical enough to know how to choose the right blender for your home in 2019. Happy shopping!
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