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Braun MQ5235WH Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Power:1000 WCordless:noWeight:0.8 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Braun MQ5235WH Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Braun MQ5235WH
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 71% of models
Score components

65%

7.7

Technical score

25%

?

User scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 8.0, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

?

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

â–²Better than 71% 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

9.7

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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components

45%

7.7

Performance

20%

7.0

Accessories

15%

9.1

Design

10%

6.8

Usability

10%

7.9

Dimensions

â–²Better than 76%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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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No ratings from across the web yet, so it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
No ratings from across the web yet
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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.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £35
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Technical Specifications of immersion blender Braun MQ5235WH

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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components:

45%

7.7

Performance

20%

7.0

Accessories

15%

9.1

Design

10%

6.8

Usability

10%

7.9

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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 76% of models
Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

9.7

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
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
yes
This immersion blender features a safety lock.
Cordless
no
This immersion blender does not support cordless operation.
Battery type
-
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Number of accessories
3
Market range: <1 – >6
This immersion blender comes with 3 attachments, which is more versatile than 52.6% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 30.3% 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
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
0.8 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 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
40 cm
Market range: <28 cm – >48 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
5.7x 5.7

Braun MQ5235WH 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
  • Includes the chopper attachment
    This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment while the average immersion blender does not.
  • Features a safety lock
    This immersion blender features a safety lock while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 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 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 (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 28.6% cheaper
    Braun MQ5235WH is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£35 vs £45).
    £35 vs £45
  • 7.6% better value for money
    Braun MQ5235WH has better value for money than the average immersion blender (8.31 vs 7.7).
    8.31 vs 7.73
  • 28.6% cheaper
    Braun MQ5235WH is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£35 vs £45).
    £35 vs £45
  • 7.6% better value for money
    Braun MQ5235WH has better value for money than the average immersion blender (8.31 vs 7.7).
    8.31 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
  • Features a safety lock
    This immersion blender features a safety lock while the average immersion blender does not.
  • Includes the chopper attachment
    This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 1 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 (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 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 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 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

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Braun MQ5235WH

  • Powerful 1000W motor processes tough and large ingredients efficiently
  • 21 variable speed wheel provides precise control with seamless one-handed adjustments
  • SplashControl technology effectively minimizes messes and splattering in the kitchen
  • EasyClick system allows for quick and effortless accessory swaps
  • Ergonomic, slim design with a comfortable soft-grip handle
  • Includes versatile accessories such as a 500ml chopper, whisk, and 600ml beaker
  • Blends hot food and purees soups smoothly directly inside the pot
  • Quiet operation compared to many alternative high-power models
  • Removable blending shaft and accessories are easy to clean and dishwasher safe

What customers don't like about Braun MQ5235WH

  • Plastic connection joints and accessories can feel flimsy and may wear down or break over time
  • Power button must be continuously held down manually to keep operating
  • Can feel top-heavy and fatigue the hand during extended blending sessions
  • Needs cool-down intervals between batches and shouldn't run continuously for too long
  • Difficulty crushing ice or processing highly fibrous greens completely smooth
  • The chopper attachment can be noisy when processing hard items like carrots or onions

Verdict

The Braun MultiQuick 5 Vario MQ5235WH is a versatile immersion blender powered by a highly efficient 1000-watt motor and features a 21-level variable speed wheel along with a turbo boost function for precise texture control. Constructed with a stainless steel blending shaft, it utilizes PowerBell Plus technology with an extra milling blade to expand the cutting area, alongside SplashControl technology to minimize kitchen messes. The package includes a 600ml BPA-free plastic beaker, a 500ml chopper bowl, and a stainless steel whisk, all easily interchangeable via a two-button EasyClick connection system. Main advantages include its robust pureeing power, effortless one-handed thumb-dial operation, and dishwasher-safe components for convenient cleanup. However, some user reviews point to downsides, such as internal blade drive components made entirely of plastic that may wear down under heavy usage, and a whisk base mechanism that is prone to trapping moisture and rusting if immersed in water.

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