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Bosch ErgoMixx MS61B6170 Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£80Power:1000 WCordless:noWeight:1.4 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Bosch ErgoMixx MS61B6170 Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Bosch ErgoMixx MS61B6170
8.1/10

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 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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â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

65%

7.7

Technical score

25%

9.4

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–²Better than 88% of immersion blenders
8.3

Value for money

Value for money
8.3/ 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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â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

â–²Better than 76%
7.7

Technical score

Technical score
7.7/ 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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â–² Better than 77% of models
Score components

45%

7.6

Performance

20%

7.7

Accessories

15%

9.1

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

7.8

Dimensions

â–²Better than 77%
9.4

User score

User score
9.4/ 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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★ Better than 96% of models

70%

9.2

Rating

30%

9.9

Popularity

★Better than 96%
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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.
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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 #75 of 725 models in Immersion Blenders (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of immersion blender Bosch ErgoMixx MS61B6170

Technical score
Technical score
7.7/ 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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â–² Better than 77% of models
Score components:

45%

7.6

Performance

20%

7.7

Accessories

15%

9.1

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

7.8

Dimensions

7.7
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 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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â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components:

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

8.3
Power
1,000 W
Market range: <200 W – >1.2k W
This immersion blender delivers 1,000 W of motor power, which is higher than the rated wattage of 65.3% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 20.2% of immersion blenders.
Number of speeds
12
Market range: <1 – >21
This immersion blender features 12 speed levels, which is more finely adjustable than 74.5% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 8.9% of immersion blenders.
Stepless variable speed
no
This immersion blender does not feature stepless variable speed control.
Turbo mode
yes
This immersion blender supports turbo mode.
Maximum RPM
11,200 RPM
Market range: <10k RPM – >20k RPM
This immersion blender spins up to 11,200 RPM, which is slower than the top blade speed of 89.7% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 1.7% 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
4
Market range: <1 – >6
This immersion blender comes with 4 attachments, which is more versatile than 83% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 11.4% of immersion blenders.
Chopper included
yes
This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment.
Chopper capacity
500 ml
Market range: <350 ml – >700 ml
This immersion blender provides a chopper capacity of 500 ml, which is more spacious than the mini-chopper of 14.1% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 59.2% of immersion blenders.
Measuring cup/glass included
yes
This immersion blender includes the measuring cup.
Measuring cup/glass capacity
600 ml
Market range: <600 ml – >800 ml
This immersion blender includes a measuring beaker of 600 ml, which is smaller than the cup of 53.2% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 38.2% of immersion blenders.
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Shaft material
Stainless steel
Blade material
Stainless steel
Body material
Stainless steel
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
1.4 m
Market range: <1 m – >2.5 m
This immersion blender has a power cord length of 1.4 m, which is longer reach than 54.1% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 9.4% of immersion blenders.
Weight
1.4 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 1.4 kg, which is heavier in hand than 67.6% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 1.6% of immersion blenders.
Height
39.3 cm
Market range: <28 cm – >48 cm
This immersion blender stands 39.3 cm in height, which is more compact than 58.5% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 3.2% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
5.5

Bosch ErgoMixx MS61B6170 vs the average immersion blender

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  • 10 speed levels more
    This immersion blender allows starting on gentle low RPM to avoid splashing before ramping up to high speed compared to the average immersion blender (12 vs 2).
    12 vs 2
  • 2 more accessories
    This immersion blender handles whisking, chopping, and mashing right out of the box without separate appliance purchases compared to the average immersion blender (4 vs 2).
    4 vs 2
  • 300 W more motor power
    This immersion blender purees dense root vegetables and fibrous soups directly in hot pans with greater torque and less stalling than the average immersion blender (1,000 W vs 700 W).
    1,000 W vs 700 W
  • Includes the chopper attachment
    This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 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
  • Includes the ice blade
    This immersion blender includes the ice blade while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 19.0% higher user score
    User score
    9.4/ 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
    ★ Better than 96% of models

    70%

    9.2

    Rating

    30%

    9.9

    Popularity

    9.4 vs 7.9
  • 0.2 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 (1.4 m vs 1.2 m).
    1.4 m vs 1.2 m
  • 19.0% higher user score
    User score
    9.4/ 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
    ★ Better than 96% of models

    70%

    9.2

    Rating

    30%

    9.9

    Popularity

    9.4 vs 7.9
  • 7.2% better value for money
    Bosch ErgoMixx MS61B6170 has better value for money than the average immersion blender (8.28 vs 7.7).
    8.28 vs 7.73
  • 10 speed levels more
    This immersion blender allows starting on gentle low RPM to avoid splashing before ramping up to high speed compared to the average immersion blender (12 vs 2).
    12 vs 2
  • 300 W more motor power
    This immersion blender purees dense root vegetables and fibrous soups directly in hot pans with greater torque and less stalling than the average immersion blender (1,000 W vs 700 W).
    1,000 W vs 700 W
  • 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
  • 2 more accessories
    This immersion blender handles whisking, chopping, and mashing right out of the box without separate appliance purchases compared to the average immersion blender (4 vs 2).
    4 vs 2
  • Includes the chopper attachment
    This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment while the average immersion blender does not.
  • Includes the ice blade
    This immersion blender includes the ice blade while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 0.2 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 (1.4 m vs 1.2 m).
    1.4 m vs 1.2 m
  • 0.7 cm shorter wand profile
    This immersion blender fits neatly into kitchen drawers and shallow cutlery organizers without disassembling compared to the average immersion blender (39.3 cm vs 40 cm).
    39.3 cm vs 40 cm
  • 3,300 RPM lower blade speed
    This immersion blender operates at a lower top RPM, requiring more blending passes through the pot to eliminate graininess compared to the average immersion blender (11,200 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    11,200 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 100 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 (600 ml vs 700 ml).
    600 ml vs 700 ml
  • 28.6% heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (1.4 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    1.4 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 77.8% more expensive
    Bosch ErgoMixx MS61B6170 is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£80 vs £45).
    £80 vs £45
  • 77.8% more expensive
    Bosch ErgoMixx MS61B6170 is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£80 vs £45).
    £80 vs £45
  • 3,300 RPM lower blade speed
    This immersion blender operates at a lower top RPM, requiring more blending passes through the pot to eliminate graininess compared to the average immersion blender (11,200 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    11,200 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 100 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 (600 ml vs 700 ml).
    600 ml vs 700 ml
  • 28.6% heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (1.4 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    1.4 kg vs 1.089 kg

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Bosch ErgoMixx MS61B6170

  • Powerful 1000-watt motor easily processes hard ingredients
  • Versatile range of included accessories such as a chopper, ice-crushing blade, and whisk
  • Ergonomic, lightweight design with a comfortable soft-touch grip
  • Features 12 variable speed settings plus a turbo function for precise control
  • QuattroBlade technology delivers smooth results while preventing kitchen splashes
  • Stainless steel blending foot is highly durable, food-neutral, and dishwasher safe

What customers don't like about Bosch ErgoMixx MS61B6170

  • Plastic outer casing is less sturdy and durable compared to models with stainless steel bodies
  • Gear parts and top connection attachments are not suitable for the dishwasher
  • Speed adjustment dial can be difficult to turn using only one hand while blending
  • Chopper lid and mechanical connection parts can occasionally stick or experience long-term wear

Verdict

The Bosch ErgoMixx MS61B6170 is a high-performance 1000-watt immersion blender featuring a durable stainless steel blending foot equipped with a four-winged QuattroBlade system and an anti-splash design. Its main characteristics include 12 precise speed settings plus a dedicated turbo button, an ergonomic lightweight body with a soft-touch grip, and an eject-click mechanism for swapping attachments. Primary pros include its heavy-duty power capable of crushing ice, quiet and low-vibration operation, and a versatile accessory bundle that includes a 500 ml mini chopper, a balloon whisk, and a 600 ml calibrated measuring beaker. However, on the downside, the plastic housing is less durable than stainless steel casings, it can run slightly noisy on high-speed settings, and the gear coupling parts are not dishwasher safe.

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