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Braun MQ5252BKBL Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£70Power:1000 WCordless:noWeight:1.354 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Braun MQ5252BKBL Review: Compare 40 technical specifications and 1 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Braun MQ5252BKBL
7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 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%

7.5

Technical score

25%

7.5

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 62% of immersion blenders
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 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 55% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–²Better than 55%
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 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 69% of models
Score components

45%

7.7

Performance

20%

6.8

Accessories

15%

9.1

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

7.2

Dimensions

â–²Better than 69%
7.5

User score

User score
7.5/ 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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7.5

Mark 8.3 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

70%

8.6

Rating

30%

7.6

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 66%
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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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Where to buy
    N/A~ £70
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Technical Specifications of immersion blender Braun MQ5252BKBL

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 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 69% of models
Score components:

45%

7.7

Performance

20%

6.8

Accessories

15%

9.1

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

7.2

Dimensions

7.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 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 55% of models
Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

7.9
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
?
Chopper included
?
Chopper capacity
?
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
1.354 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 1.354 kg, which is heavier in hand than 65.7% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.4% 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 MQ5252BKBL 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
  • 2.3% better value for money
    Braun MQ5252BKBL has better value for money than the average immersion blender (7.9 vs 7.7).
    7.9 vs 7.73
  • 2.3% better value for money
    Braun MQ5252BKBL has better value for money than the average immersion blender (7.9 vs 7.7).
    7.9 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
  • 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
  • 24.3% 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).
    1.354 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 5.1% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 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 66% of models

    7.5

    Mark 8.3 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.6

    Rating

    30%

    7.6

    Popularity

    7.5 vs 7.9
  • 55.6% more expensive
    Braun MQ5252BKBL is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£70 vs £45).
    £70 vs £45
  • 5.1% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 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 66% of models

    7.5

    Mark 8.3 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.6

    Rating

    30%

    7.6

    Popularity

    7.5 vs 7.9
  • 55.6% more expensive
    Braun MQ5252BKBL is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£70 vs £45).
    £70 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
  • 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
  • 24.3% 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).
    1.354 kg vs 1.089 kg

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
consumentenbond.nl
≈ estimated
22/11/2021
Lab test · Smoothie bottle kit
Verdict
The Braun MultiQuick 5 Vario Fit is a strong, versatile smoothie blender with a 600ml bottle, though its chopper bowl holds only 500ml.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Braun MQ5252BKBL

  • Powerful 1000W motor easily handles tough fruits, vegetables, and hot soups.
  • Highly precise speed control with 21 adjustable speed settings and a turbo function.
  • Efficient SplashControl technology significantly minimizes kitchen mess and splattering.
  • Comfortable to hold over extended periods due to its lightweight, ergonomic, and soft-grip handle.
  • EasyClick accessory system makes swapping between the blender stick and attachments effortless.
  • Convenient to clean as the detachable blending shaft and included 'To Go' cups are dishwasher-safe.

What customers don't like about Braun MQ5252BKBL

  • Incapable of crushing solid ice cubes or large chunks of completely frozen fruit due to the blade guard design.
  • The plastic elements of the accessories and bottles are prone to scratching, cracking, or wearing down over time.
  • The main motor unit can feel top-heavy during single-handed operation.
  • Can be somewhat noisy when utilizing the attachments at maximum speed or in turbo mode.

Verdict

The Braun MultiQuick 5 Vario Fit MQ5252BKBL is a powerful 1000-watt immersion blender designed for efficient, everyday meal and beverage preparation. It features a lightweight 795-gram body with an ergonomic soft-grip handle, a thumb-controlled one-hand wheel offering 21 variable speeds plus a turbo function, and a durable stainless steel blending shaft equipped with SplashControl and PowerBell Plus technologies to maximize cutting area while preventing messes. Main advantages include its practical EasyClick system for quick accessory swapping and the included Blend & Go setup, which comes with a 600 ml BPA-free measuring beaker and two 600 ml Tritan sports bottles featuring an integrated blade block to blend smoothies directly into the travel container. However, some users may find the 124 cm power cord restrictive for larger kitchen layouts, and sticky ingredients can occasionally be difficult to clean from behind the fixed blades.

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