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Braun MQ50.051M Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Power:1000 WCordless:noWeight:0.957 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Braun MQ50.051M Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Braun MQ50.051M
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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 72% of models
Score components

65%

7.8

Technical score

25%

7.8

User score

10%

?

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

â–²Better than 72% of immersion blenders
8.2

Value for money

Value for money
8.2/ 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–² Better than 69% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–²Better than 69%
7.8

Technical score

Technical score
7.8/ 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–² Better than 79% of models
Score components

45%

8.3

Performance

20%

6.3

Accessories

15%

9.1

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

8.1

Dimensions

â–²Better than 79%
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 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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7.8

Mark 7.9 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%

5.8

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 60%
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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 MQ50.051M

Technical score
Technical score
7.8/ 10
✕
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–² Better than 79% of models
Score components:

45%

8.3

Performance

20%

6.3

Accessories

15%

9.1

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

8.1

Dimensions

7.8
Value for money
Value for money
8.2/ 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–² Better than 69% of models
Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

8.2
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
21
Market range: <1 – >21
This immersion blender features 21 speed levels, which is more finely adjustable than 93.6% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 4.8% 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
?
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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
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This immersion blender comes with 2 attachments, which is more versatile than 44.6% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 7.8% of immersion blenders.
Chopper included
?
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
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
0.957 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 0.957 kg, which is lighter in hand than 63.3% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.3% of immersion blenders.
Height
30.5 cm
Market range: <28 cm – >48 cm
This immersion blender stands 30.5 cm in height, which is more compact than 91.6% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.1% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
?

Braun MQ50.051M vs the average immersion blender

246810TotalPerformanceUsabilityAccessoriesDesignDimensions
  • 19 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 (21 vs 2).
    21 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
  • 9.5 cm shorter wand profile
    This immersion blender fits neatly into kitchen drawers and shallow cutlery organizers without disassembling compared to the average immersion blender (30.5 cm vs 40 cm).
    30.5 cm vs 40 cm
  • 12.1% lighter
    This immersion blender causes substantially less wrist and forearm fatigue during extended pot pureeing than the average immersion blender (1 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    0.957 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 6.1% better value for money
    Braun MQ50.051M has better value for money than the average immersion blender (8.19 vs 7.7).
    8.19 vs 7.73
  • 22.2% cheaper
    Braun MQ50.051M is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£55 vs £45).
    £55 vs £45
  • 6.1% better value for money
    Braun MQ50.051M has better value for money than the average immersion blender (8.19 vs 7.7).
    8.19 vs 7.73
  • 22.2% cheaper
    Braun MQ50.051M is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£55 vs £45).
    £55 vs £45
  • 19 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 (21 vs 2).
    21 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
  • 9.5 cm shorter wand profile
    This immersion blender fits neatly into kitchen drawers and shallow cutlery organizers without disassembling compared to the average immersion blender (30.5 cm vs 40 cm).
    30.5 cm vs 40 cm
  • 12.1% lighter
    This immersion blender causes substantially less wrist and forearm fatigue during extended pot pureeing than the average immersion blender (1 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    0.957 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 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
  • 1.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.8/ 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 60% of models

    7.8

    Mark 7.9 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%

    5.8

    Popularity

    7.8 vs 7.9
  • 1.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.8/ 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 60% of models

    7.8

    Mark 7.9 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%

    5.8

    Popularity

    7.8 vs 7.9
  • 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

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Braun MQ50.051M

  • Powerful 1000-watt motor that processes food quickly and efficiently
  • Extremely precise speed control with 21 different variable speed levels and a turbo button
  • SplashControl technology effectively minimizes splashing and keeps the kitchen clean
  • Stainless steel blending wand is highly durable, hygienic, and perfectly safe for direct use with hot ingredients like soups
  • Includes useful and practical starter accessories such as a stainless steel whisk and a 600 ml beaker
  • Ergonomic handle design provides a secure and comfortable grip during operation

What customers don't like about Braun MQ50.051M

  • The power bell head can occasionally be narrow, requiring you to manually guide it more to catch all hard fragments
  • Plastic connection pieces and certain lighter accessories can feel less robust over long-term heavy use compared to the main metal wand
  • Can struggle slightly with completely liquefying highly fibrous raw elements (like kale or celery) compared to a full-sized countertop blender

Verdict

The Braun MultiQuick 5 MQ50.051M is a powerful 1000-watt immersion blender featuring a durable stainless steel blending shaft, a 600 ml plastic beaker, and a stainless steel whisk attachment. Its primary characteristics include PowerBell VPlus technology with an extra milling blade and 6 inner ribs for efficient cutting, SplashControl technology to minimize kitchen messes, and an EasyClick System Plus for quick accessory swaps. The main pros are its versatile one-handed speed wheel offering 21 precision speed settings plus a turbo boost, a lightweight ergonomic handle with a non-slip grip, and dishwasher-safe components that ensure effortless cleaning. On the downside, the blender lacks a food chopper attachment in this specific bundle, its 1.2-meter power cord provides limited mobility during use, and the continuous button activation requires sustained hand pressure during extended blending tasks.

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