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Black+Decker BXHB500E Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£20Power:500 WCordless:noWeight:0.8 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Black+Decker BXHB500E Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Black+Decker BXHB500E
6.4/10

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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%

5.2

Technical score

25%

9.0

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 74% of immersion blenders
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 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%

6.4

Overall score

30%

10

Price

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5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 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%

4.5

Performance

20%

3.5

Accessories

15%

6.7

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

9.3

Dimensions

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9.0

User score

User score
9.0/ 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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70%

8.8

Rating

30%

9.5

Popularity

â–²Better than 78%
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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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Technical Specifications of immersion blender Black+Decker BXHB500E

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 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%

4.5

Performance

20%

3.5

Accessories

15%

6.7

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

9.3

Dimensions

5.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 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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70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.5
Power
500 W
This immersion blender delivers 500 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated wattage of 61.3% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 4.8% of immersion blenders.
Number of speeds
1
This immersion blender features 1 speed levels, which is less adjustable than 79.1% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 20.9% 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
17,500 RPM
This immersion blender spins up to 17,500 RPM, which is faster than the top blade speed of 86.7% of immersion blenders.
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Commercial use
no
This immersion blender not designed for commercial use.
Dishwasher-safe parts
yes
This immersion blender has 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
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
500 ml
This immersion blender includes a measuring beaker of 500 ml, which is smaller than the cup of 91.8% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 7.1% of immersion blenders.
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Shaft material
Plastic
Blade material
Stainless steel
Body material
Plastic
Detachable shaft
yes
This immersion blender supports a detachable shaft.
No-splash design
yes
This immersion blender supports a no-splash design.
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Power cord length
?
Weight
0.8 kg
This immersion blender weighs 0.8 kg, which is lighter in hand than 80.9% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 4.8% of immersion blenders.
Height
38.4 cm
This immersion blender stands 38.4 cm in height, which is more compact than 68.4% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.3% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
10.2

Black+Decker BXHB500E vs the average immersion blender

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  • 3,000 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 (17,500 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    17,500 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 26.5% lighter
    This immersion blender causes substantially less wrist and forearm fatigue during extended pot pureeing than the average immersion blender (0.8 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    0.8 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 13.9% higher user score
    User score
    9.0/ 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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    70%

    8.8

    Rating

    30%

    9.5

    Popularity

    9.0 vs 7.9
  • 1.6 cm shorter wand profile
    This immersion blender fits neatly into kitchen drawers and shallow cutlery organizers without disassembling compared to the average immersion blender (38.4 cm vs 40 cm).
    38.4 cm vs 40 cm
  • 2.25x cheaper
    Black+Decker BXHB500E is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£20 vs £45).
    £20 vs £45
  • 13.9% higher user score
    User score
    9.0/ 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

    70%

    8.8

    Rating

    30%

    9.5

    Popularity

    9.0 vs 7.9
  • 2.25x cheaper
    Black+Decker BXHB500E is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£20 vs £45).
    £20 vs £45
  • 3,000 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 (17,500 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    17,500 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 26.5% lighter
    This immersion blender causes substantially less wrist and forearm fatigue during extended pot pureeing than the average immersion blender (0.8 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    0.8 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 1.6 cm shorter wand profile
    This immersion blender fits neatly into kitchen drawers and shallow cutlery organizers without disassembling compared to the average immersion blender (38.4 cm vs 40 cm).
    38.4 cm vs 40 cm
  • Does not support turbo mode
    This immersion blender does not support turbo mode while the average immersion blender does.
  • Does not include the whisk attachment
    This immersion blender does not include the whisk attachment 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.
  • 200 ml smaller beaker volume
    This immersion blender provides a smaller blending cup that fills quickly when whipping liquids or multiple fruit servings compared to the average immersion blender (500 ml vs 700 ml).
    500 ml vs 700 ml
  • 1 fewer blade points
    This immersion blender uses a standard 2-point blade requiring more stirring motion to draw chunks into the cutting zone compared to the average immersion blender (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3
  • Does not support a non-slip handle coating or grip
    This immersion blender does not support a non-slip handle coating or grip while the average immersion blender does.
  • 200 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 (500 W vs 700 W).
    500 W vs 700 W
  • Is not stated as BPA-free
    This immersion blender is not stated as BPA-free while the average immersion blender is.
  • 3.3% worse value for money
    Black+Decker BXHB500E has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (7.48 vs 7.7).
    7.48 vs 7.73
  • Does not support turbo mode
    This immersion blender does not support turbo mode while the average immersion blender does.
  • 1 fewer blade points
    This immersion blender uses a standard 2-point blade requiring more stirring motion to draw chunks into the cutting zone compared to the average immersion blender (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3
  • 200 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 (500 W vs 700 W).
    500 W vs 700 W
  • 1 speed levels fewer
    This immersion blender has fewer speed increments, giving less nuance between gentle stirring and intense pureeing compared to the average immersion blender (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • Does not include the whisk attachment
    This immersion blender does not include the whisk attachment 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.
  • 200 ml smaller beaker volume
    This immersion blender provides a smaller blending cup that fills quickly when whipping liquids or multiple fruit servings compared to the average immersion blender (500 ml vs 700 ml).
    500 ml vs 700 ml
  • 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 non-slip handle coating or grip
    This immersion blender does not support a non-slip handle coating or grip while the average immersion blender does.
  • Is not stated as BPA-free
    This immersion blender is not stated as BPA-free while the average immersion blender is.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Black+Decker BXHB500E

  • Affordable, budget-friendly price point
  • Compact and lightweight ergonomic design that is easy to hold
  • Removable blending foot makes it very easy to clean
  • Dishwasher-safe components (blending arm and measuring cup)
  • Anti-splash cone structure effectively reduces kitchen mess
  • Comes with a convenient 500ml measuring cup attachment
  • Efficient for basic everyday tasks like pureeing soups and blending smoothies

What customers don't like about Black+Decker BXHB500E

  • Plastic blending shaft feels less durable than premium metal alternatives
  • Limited to 2 speed options which lacks precise texture control
  • Struggles to break down very tough or hard frozen ingredients
  • Basic model with fewer accessory attachments compared to premium bundles

Verdict

The Black+Decker BXHB500E is a compact, corded 600W immersion blender designed for quick, everyday kitchen tasks. It features a lightweight and ergonomic plastic body, a single-speed push-button control, and an anti-splash foot housing two high-speed stainless steel blades. Main advantages include its user-friendly single-button operation, dishwasher-safe components, an easily detachable blending wand, and the inclusion of a 500ml measuring cup. However, notable drawbacks include its plastic construction instead of stainless steel, lack of multiple or variable speed controls, and a limited 1-minute maximum continuous runtime recommendation.

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