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Bamix M160 Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Power:160 WCordless:noWeight:0.94 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:no

Bamix M160 Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Bamix M160
5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, ratings from across the web and best-of lists.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 65%, User score 25%, List score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

65%

5.4

Technical score

25%

5.4

User score

10%

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List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 95% of immersion blenders
6.4

Value for money

Value for money
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the immersion blender's overall rating with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for an immersion blender with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 86%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 65% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

45%

4.6

Performance

20%

4.8

Accessories

15%

6.8

Design

10%

4.0

Usability

10%

9.8

Dimensions

â–¼Worse than 84%
5.4

User score

User score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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5.4

Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

70%

8.8

Rating

30%

5.0

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 95%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 10% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Ranked #528 of 725 models in Immersion Blenders (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of immersion blender Bamix M160

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 65% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components:

45%

4.6

Performance

20%

4.8

Accessories

15%

6.8

Design

10%

4.0

Usability

10%

9.8

Dimensions

5.4
Value for money
Value for money
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the immersion blender's overall rating with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for an immersion blender with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

6.4
Power
160 W
Market range: <200 W – >1.2k W
This immersion blender delivers 160 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated wattage of 97% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.1% of immersion blenders.
Number of speeds
2
Market range: <1 – >21
This immersion blender features 2 speed levels, which is more finely adjustable than 21% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 31.9% of immersion blenders.
Stepless variable speed
no
This immersion blender does not feature stepless variable speed control.
Turbo mode
no
This immersion blender does not support turbo mode.
Maximum RPM
16,000 RPM
Market range: <10k RPM – >20k RPM
This immersion blender spins up to 16,000 RPM, which is faster than the top blade speed of 73.3% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 8.6% of immersion blenders.
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Commercial use
no
This immersion blender not designed for commercial use.
Dishwasher-safe parts
no
This immersion blender does not have dishwasher-safe parts.
Safety lock
no
This immersion blender does not feature a safety lock.
Cordless
no
This immersion blender does not support cordless operation.
Battery type
-
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Number of accessories
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This immersion blender comes with 1 attachments, which is fewer add-ons than 55.5% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 24.1% of immersion blenders.
Chopper included
no
This immersion blender does not include the chopper attachment.
Chopper capacity
-
Measuring cup/glass included
no
This immersion blender does not include the measuring cup.
Measuring cup/glass capacity
-
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Shaft material
Stainless steel
Blade material
Stainless steel
Body material
Plastic
Detachable shaft
no
This immersion blender does not support a detachable shaft.
No-splash design
?
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Power cord length
1.9 m
Market range: <1 m – >2.5 m
This immersion blender has a power cord length of 1.9 m, which is longer reach than 86% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 1.8% of immersion blenders.
Weight
0.94 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 0.94 kg, which is lighter in hand than 65.6% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 2.7% of immersion blenders.
Height
34.9 cm
Market range: <28 cm – >48 cm
This immersion blender stands 34.9 cm in height, which is more compact than 85.3% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
12x 6 (?)

Bamix M160 vs the average immersion blender

246810TotalPerformanceUsabilityAccessoriesDesignDimensions
  • 0.7 m longer power cord
    This immersion blender reaches easily from distant wall sockets straight to your cooktop without pulling taut compared to the average immersion blender (1.9 m vs 1.2 m).
    1.9 m vs 1.2 m
  • 1,500 RPM higher blade speed
    This immersion blender shears through cooked vegetables faster, producing silky lump-free emulsified textures in seconds compared to the average immersion blender (16,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    16,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 1 more blade points
    This immersion blender draws food inwards from multiple angles for faster, more uniform pureeing inside deep cooking pots than the average immersion blender (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 5.1 cm shorter wand profile
    This immersion blender fits neatly into kitchen drawers and shallow cutlery organizers without disassembling compared to the average immersion blender (34.9 cm vs 40 cm).
    34.9 cm vs 40 cm
  • 13.7% lighter
    This immersion blender causes substantially less wrist and forearm fatigue during extended pot pureeing than the average immersion blender (0.9 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    0.94 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 1,500 RPM higher blade speed
    This immersion blender shears through cooked vegetables faster, producing silky lump-free emulsified textures in seconds compared to the average immersion blender (16,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    16,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 1 more blade points
    This immersion blender draws food inwards from multiple angles for faster, more uniform pureeing inside deep cooking pots than the average immersion blender (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 0.7 m longer power cord
    This immersion blender reaches easily from distant wall sockets straight to your cooktop without pulling taut compared to the average immersion blender (1.9 m vs 1.2 m).
    1.9 m vs 1.2 m
  • 5.1 cm shorter wand profile
    This immersion blender fits neatly into kitchen drawers and shallow cutlery organizers without disassembling compared to the average immersion blender (34.9 cm vs 40 cm).
    34.9 cm vs 40 cm
  • 13.7% lighter
    This immersion blender causes substantially less wrist and forearm fatigue during extended pot pureeing than the average immersion blender (0.9 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    0.94 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 540 W less motor power
    This immersion blender has a lower wattage motor that may struggle when blending thick purees or fibrous stalks compared to the average immersion blender (160 W vs 700 W).
    160 W vs 700 W
  • Does not support turbo mode
    This immersion blender does not support turbo mode while the average immersion blender does.
  • 31.6% lower user score
    User score
    5.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models

    5.4

    Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.8

    Rating

    30%

    5.0

    Popularity

    5.4 vs 7.9
  • Does not include the measuring cup
    This immersion blender does not include the measuring cup while the average immersion blender does.
  • Does not have dishwasher-safe parts
    This immersion blender does not have dishwasher-safe parts while the average immersion blender does.
  • Does not support a detachable shaft
    This immersion blender does not support a detachable shaft while the average immersion blender does.
  • 1 fewer accessories
    This immersion blender comes as a minimal wand kit, requiring extra accessory purchases for whipping cream or chopping nuts compared to the average immersion blender (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 21.6% worse value for money
    Bamix M160 has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (6.35 vs 7.7).
    6.35 vs 7.73
  • 31.6% lower user score
    User score
    5.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models

    5.4

    Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.8

    Rating

    30%

    5.0

    Popularity

    5.4 vs 7.9
  • 21.6% worse value for money
    Bamix M160 has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (6.35 vs 7.7).
    6.35 vs 7.73
  • 2.44x more expensive
    Bamix M160 is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£110 vs £45).
    £110 vs £45
  • 540 W less motor power
    This immersion blender has a lower wattage motor that may struggle when blending thick purees or fibrous stalks compared to the average immersion blender (160 W vs 700 W).
    160 W vs 700 W
  • Does not support turbo mode
    This immersion blender does not support turbo mode while the average immersion blender does.
  • Does not have dishwasher-safe parts
    This immersion blender does not have dishwasher-safe parts while the average immersion blender does.
  • Does not include the measuring cup
    This immersion blender does not include the measuring cup while the average immersion blender does.
  • 1 fewer accessories
    This immersion blender comes as a minimal wand kit, requiring extra accessory purchases for whipping cream or chopping nuts compared to the average immersion blender (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • Does not support a detachable shaft
    This immersion blender does not support a detachable shaft while the average immersion blender does.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Bamix M160

  • High build quality with solid, durable Swiss craftsmanship
  • Extremely efficient and reliable heavy-duty AC motor
  • Impressive lifetime warranty on the motor
  • Operates with a relatively quiet and pleasant noise level
  • Highly effective at smooth blending, pureeing soups, and emulsifying sauces
  • Ergonomic handle that offers a comfortable, optimal grip
  • Safe for hot blending directly inside cooking pots and pans
  • Easy to clean by hand by rinsing under running water
  • Versatile range of compatible interchangeable blades and separate accessories

What customers don't like about Bamix M160

  • Premium, expensive price tag compared to other immersion blenders
  • The blending shaft is non-detachable, which can complicate storage
  • Basic 'ONE' package comes with minimal accessories and no included blending jar
  • The power cord lacks a flexible spiral/coiled design on certain variants
  • Struggles with very tough or fibrous tasks like making nut butter or crushing ice
  • Exposed blade area requires extra safety caution when not in use
  • Not dishwasher safe

Verdict

The Swiss-made Bamix M160 is a high-quality immersion blender featuring a heavy-duty 160-watt AC motor with direct drive and double insulation for maximum durability. It operates on two speed settings—Level 1 at 10,000 RPM and Level 2 at 16,000 RPM—enabling efficient mixing, pureeing, and chopping directly in hot pots. Main advantages include its balanced, vibration-free ergonomic handle, low noise output, a lifetime motor warranty, and high torque that efficiently tackles thick ingredients. However, notable drawbacks include its struggle with processing highly fibrous ingredients smoothly, a non-detachable wand that makes it not dishwasher-safe, and the lack of an included blending jar or spiral cable in its basic entry-level package.

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