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Braun MQ3045 Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Power:700 WCordless:noWeight:1.64 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Braun MQ3045 Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Braun MQ3045
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 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%

6.2

Technical score

25%

8.9

User score

10%

?

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

â–¼Worse than 53% of immersion blenders
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 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 58% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.1

Price

â–¼Worse than 58%
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 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%

5.0

Performance

20%

6.8

Accessories

15%

9.1

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

6.9

Dimensions

â–¼Worse than 62%
8.9

User score

User score
8.9/ 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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â–² Better than 73% of models

70%

9.2

Rating

30%

8.3

Popularity

â–²Better than 73%
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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 Braun MQ3045

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components:

45%

5.0

Performance

20%

6.8

Accessories

15%

9.1

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

6.9

Dimensions

6.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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 58% of models
Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.1

Price

7.6
Power
700 W
Market range: <200 W – >1.2k W
This immersion blender delivers 700 W of motor power, which is higher than the rated wattage of 48.7% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 5.3% 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
yes
This immersion blender supports turbo mode.
Maximum RPM
13,500 RPM
Market range: <10k RPM – >20k RPM
This immersion blender spins up to 13,500 RPM, which is slower than the top blade speed of 57.5% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 5.9% 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
?
Chopper included
yes
This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment.
Chopper capacity
350 ml
Market range: <350 ml – >700 ml
This immersion blender provides a chopper capacity of 350 ml, which is smaller than the mini-chopper of 88.7% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 8.1% 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
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
1.2 m
Market range: <1 m – >2.5 m
This immersion blender has a power cord length of 1.2 m, which is longer reach than 22.7% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 27.8% of immersion blenders.
Weight
1.64 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 1.64 kg, which is heavier in hand than 77.7% of immersion blenders.
Height
39.2 cm
Market range: <28 cm – >48 cm
This immersion blender stands 39.2 cm in height, which is more compact than 62% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.3% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
5.3x 5.3

Braun MQ3045 vs the average immersion blender

246810TotalPerformanceUsabilityAccessoriesDesignDimensions
  • 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.
  • 12.7% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 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–² Better than 73% of models

    70%

    9.2

    Rating

    30%

    8.3

    Popularity

    8.9 vs 7.9
  • 0.8 cm shorter wand profile
    This immersion blender fits neatly into kitchen drawers and shallow cutlery organizers without disassembling compared to the average immersion blender (39.2 cm vs 40 cm).
    39.2 cm vs 40 cm
  • 12.7% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 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–² Better than 73% of models

    70%

    9.2

    Rating

    30%

    8.3

    Popularity

    8.9 vs 7.9
  • 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.
  • 0.8 cm shorter wand profile
    This immersion blender fits neatly into kitchen drawers and shallow cutlery organizers without disassembling compared to the average immersion blender (39.2 cm vs 40 cm).
    39.2 cm vs 40 cm
  • 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
  • 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
  • 50.6% heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (1.6 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    1.64 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 150 ml smaller chopper volume
    This immersion blender has a smaller mini-chopper bowl, requiring multiple chopping batches for meal prep compared to the average immersion blender (350 ml vs 500 ml).
    350 ml vs 500 ml
  • 1,000 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 (13,500 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    13,500 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 1% worse value for money
    Braun MQ3045 has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (7.65 vs 7.7).
    7.65 vs 7.73
  • 33.3% more expensive
    Braun MQ3045 is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£60 vs £45).
    £60 vs £45
  • 1% worse value for money
    Braun MQ3045 has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (7.65 vs 7.7).
    7.65 vs 7.73
  • 33.3% more expensive
    Braun MQ3045 is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£60 vs £45).
    £60 vs £45
  • 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
  • 1,000 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 (13,500 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    13,500 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
  • 150 ml smaller chopper volume
    This immersion blender has a smaller mini-chopper bowl, requiring multiple chopping batches for meal prep compared to the average immersion blender (350 ml vs 500 ml).
    350 ml vs 500 ml
  • 50.6% heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (1.6 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    1.64 kg vs 1.089 kg

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Braun MQ3045

  • Efficient performance powered by a reliable 700-watt motor.
  • Comprehensive accessory package including a large jug blender, a 350 ml mini chopper, a beaker, and a whisk.
  • PowerBell Plus technology provides an extra milling blade that easily handles ice crushing and chops food in seconds.
  • SplashControl design effectively prevents food from splattering out of containers during use.
  • EasyClick system allows attachments to be removed and swapped quickly with a two-button release mechanism.
  • Ergonomic, non-slip handle ensures a secure and comfortable grip even with one-handed operation.
  • Dishwasher-safe components make cleanup fast and easy.

What customers don't like about Braun MQ3045

  • Dual-speed settings lack the continuous variable speed control found on higher-end models.
  • Food particles can occasionally trap inside the attachment connection point, making it difficult to clean.
  • The open pour spout on the large jug attachment can sometimes allow liquids to spray out under high pressure.
  • The beaker accessory does not include a dedicated lid for food storage.
  • May struggle with continuous heavy-duty processing or extra-large food batches compared to full-sized countertop blenders.

Verdict

The Braun MultiQuick 3 Aperitive MQ3045 is a 700-watt immersion blender operating with a durable 13,500 RPM DC motor and a simple two-speed control layout for convenient one-handed use. Key characteristics include its patented PowerBell Plus stainless steel blending shaft with an extra milling blade for faster processing, SplashControl technology to eliminate kitchen messes, and an EasyClick system for effortless accessory swapping. The comprehensive bundle stands out as a major pro, providing a 600ml BPA-free beaker, a 350ml mini-chopper, a stainless steel whisk, and a large 1.25-liter jug blender equipped with a dedicated ice-crushing knife. On the downside, the blender is restricted to just two fixed speed settings rather than a fully variable speed wheel, and the non-sealable pouring spout on the large 1.25-liter jug can cause liquid to spray out under high-pressure blending.

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