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Braun MQ5207WH Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Power:1000 WCordless:noWeight:1.074 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Braun MQ5207WH Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Braun MQ5207WH
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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Score components

65%

7.2

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–²Better than 70% of immersion blenders
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 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%

7.7

Overall score

30%

9.1

Price

â–²Better than 65%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 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%

7.2

Performance

20%

6.4

Accessories

15%

9.1

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

7.6

Dimensions

â–²Better than 63%
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%

9.0

Rating

30%

9.1

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 Braun MQ5207WH

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 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%

7.2

Performance

20%

6.4

Accessories

15%

9.1

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

7.6

Dimensions

7.2
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 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%

7.7

Overall score

30%

9.1

Price

8.1
Power
1,000 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
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
13,500 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
no
This immersion blender does not include the chopper attachment.
Chopper capacity
500 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
?
Measuring cup/glass capacity
600 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
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
1.074 kg
This immersion blender weighs 1.074 kg, which is lighter in hand than 50.4% of immersion blenders.
Height
40 cm
This immersion blender stands 40 cm in height, which is more compact than 44.4% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 8.9% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
?

Braun MQ5207WH vs the average immersion blender

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  • 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
  • Includes the potato masher
    This immersion blender includes the potato masher while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 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%

    9.0

    Rating

    30%

    9.1

    Popularity

    9.0 vs 7.9
  • 5.2% better value for money
    Braun MQ5207WH has better value for money than the average immersion blender (8.13 vs 7.7).
    8.13 vs 7.73
  • 1.4% lighter
    This immersion blender causes substantially less wrist and forearm fatigue during extended pot pureeing than the average immersion blender (1.1 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    1.074 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 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%

    9.0

    Rating

    30%

    9.1

    Popularity

    9.0 vs 7.9
  • 5.2% better value for money
    Braun MQ5207WH has better value for money than the average immersion blender (8.13 vs 7.7).
    8.13 vs 7.73
  • 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
  • Includes the potato masher
    This immersion blender includes the potato masher while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 1.4% lighter
    This immersion blender causes substantially less wrist and forearm fatigue during extended pot pureeing than the average immersion blender (1.1 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    1.074 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 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
  • 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
  • 33.3% more expensive
    Braun MQ5207WH is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£60 vs £45).
    £60 vs £45
  • 33.3% more expensive
    Braun MQ5207WH 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

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Braun MQ5207WH

  • Powerful 1000W motor processes soups, purees, and smoothies quickly
  • 21-speed variable dial allows for highly precise texture control
  • One-handed speed adjustments can be made easily while operating
  • SplashControl technology effectively minimizes kitchen messes and splatters
  • Comfortable ergonomic handle features a secure, non-slip rubber grip
  • EasyClick system enables fast, hassle-free switching of attachments
  • Detachable blending shaft is simple to clean and dishwasher safe

What customers don't like about Braun MQ5207WH

  • Struggles to completely liquefy extremely tough or fibrous ingredients like kale
  • Not suitable for crushing large ice chunks or solid frozen fruits
  • Plastic connection point between the motor and shaft raises long-term wear concerns for some users
  • Top-mounted speed wheel can be awkward to reach during continuous blending
  • Can experience motor overheating if run continuously without cooling breaks during thick batches
  • High-speed turbo mode generates a noticeably loud, high-pitched noise

Verdict

The Braun MultiQuick 5 Vario MQ5207WH is a robust immersion hand blender equipped with a powerful 1000-watt AC motor and an intuitive 21-speed variable control wheel that can be adjusted effortlessly with one hand using a thumb-wheel. Its high-utility characteristics include an ergonomic partial soft-grip handle, an EasyClick system for fast accessory swapping, and advanced blade architectures like PowerBell Plus for an extended cutting area alongside SplashControl technology to prevent kitchen messes. The product's main pros lie in its versatile kit—which includes a dishwasher-safe 600 ml BPA-free plastic beaker, a stainless steel whisk, and a specialized vegetable mashing/purée attachment—delivering quiet operation and silky-smooth blending of whole foods in seconds. On the downside, cons noted by users include a relatively short 1.2-metre power cable and a trigger design that requires the power button to be held down continuously during operation, which can cause hand fatigue during longer blending sessions.

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