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Braun MQ5260WHBL Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£70Power:1000 WCordless:noWeight:0.8 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Braun MQ5260WHBL Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Braun MQ5260WHBL
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 52% of models
Score components

65%

7.2

Technical score

25%

7.2

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 52% of immersion blenders
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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 55% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 55%
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 61% of models
Score components

45%

7.2

Performance

20%

6.1

Accessories

15%

8.7

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

7.9

Dimensions

â–²Better than 61%
7.2

User score

User score
7.2/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models

7.2

Mark 8.4 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%

7.4

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 72%
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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 MQ5260WHBL

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 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 61% of models
Score components:

45%

7.2

Performance

20%

6.1

Accessories

15%

8.7

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

7.9

Dimensions

7.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

7.7
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
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
no
This immersion blender does not include the chopper attachment.
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
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 (Diameter 5.7)

Braun MQ5260WHBL 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 1,000 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
  • 8.9% lower user score
    User score
    7.2/ 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 72% of models

    7.2

    Mark 8.4 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%

    7.4

    Popularity

    7.2 vs 7.9
  • 55.6% more expensive
    Braun MQ5260WHBL is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£70 vs £45).
    £70 vs £45
  • 0.3% worse value for money
    Braun MQ5260WHBL has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (7.7 vs 7.7).
    7.7 vs 7.73
  • 8.9% lower user score
    User score
    7.2/ 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 72% of models

    7.2

    Mark 8.4 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%

    7.4

    Popularity

    7.2 vs 7.9
  • 55.6% more expensive
    Braun MQ5260WHBL is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£70 vs £45).
    £70 vs £45
  • 0.3% worse value for money
    Braun MQ5260WHBL has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (7.7 vs 7.7).
    7.7 vs 7.73
  • 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 MQ5260WHBL

  • Powerful 1000W motor allows for fast and efficient blending of hard ingredients
  • Precise speed control with 21 different settings and a turbo function easily adjustable with the thumb
  • Anti-splash technology (SplashControl) prevents food from splattering and minimizes kitchen cleanup
  • Unique spiral cutter attachment with 3 blades easily cuts vegetables into various strip thicknesses (pappardelle, tagliatelle, linguine)
  • EasyClick system allows for quick and seamless switching of accessories
  • Ergonomic handle provides a comfortable and secure grip during use
  • Removable blending wand and accessories are dishwasher-safe, making cleanup easy

What customers don't like about Braun MQ5260WHBL

  • Does not include a traditional mini food chopper accessory for fine dicing or mincing tasks
  • Extra attachments and blades take up a significant amount of kitchen storage space
  • The wide blade guard makes it difficult or impossible to blend directly inside narrow containers like mason jars
  • Some plastic connection points or components feel less durable than the main metal wand over extended long-term use

Verdict

The Braun MultiQuick 5 Vario Fit MQ5260WHBL is a powerful 1000-watt immersion blender featuring a stainless steel blending wand and an ergonomic soft-grip handle. It is equipped with a variable speed wheel offering 21 different settings plus a turbo function for precise one-handed control, alongside a specialized PowerBell Plus extra grinding blade and SplashControl anti-splash technology. The main advantages of this model include its rapid processing of whole and hard ingredients, a highly efficient EasyClick accessory system, and a comprehensive package that includes a 600ml BPA-free measuring beaker, a 1.25L blender jug with an ice-crushing knife, and a specialized spiralizer attachment with three blade inserts for making vegetable noodles. However, it lacks a standard compact food chopper attachment for small everyday chopping tasks, and the motor housing unit itself is not dishwasher safe.

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