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Braun MQ100 Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Power:450 WCordless:noWeight:0.5 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Braun MQ100 Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Braun MQ100
6.4/10

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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%

5.1

Technical score

25%

9.4

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–¼Worse than 74% of immersion blenders
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Score components

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 65%
5.1

Technical score

Technical score
5.1/ 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%

3.3

Performance

20%

4.6

Accessories

15%

7.9

Design

10%

6.8

Usability

10%

8.1

Dimensions

â–¼Worse than 91%
9.4

User score

User score
9.4/ 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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★ Better than 96% of models

70%

9.2

Rating

30%

10

Popularity

★Better than 96%
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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 MQ100

Technical score
Technical score
5.1/ 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–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

45%

3.3

Performance

20%

4.6

Accessories

15%

7.9

Design

10%

6.8

Usability

10%

8.1

Dimensions

5.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 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 65% of models
Score components:

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

7.4
Power
450 W
Market range: <200 W – >1.2k W
This immersion blender delivers 450 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated wattage of 66.3% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 2.7% of immersion blenders.
Number of speeds
2
Market range: <1 – >21
This immersion blender features 2 speed levels, which is more finely adjustable than 21% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 31.9% of immersion blenders.
Stepless variable speed
no
This immersion blender does not feature stepless variable speed control.
Turbo mode
no
This immersion blender does not support turbo mode.
Maximum RPM
12,500 RPM
Market range: <10k RPM – >20k RPM
This immersion blender spins up to 12,500 RPM, which is slower than the top blade speed of 72.4% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 4.6% 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
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
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This immersion blender comes with 1 attachments, which is fewer add-ons than 55.5% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 24.1% of immersion blenders.
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
Plastic
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
0.5 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 0.5 kg, which is lighter in hand than 96.5% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 2.3% of immersion blenders.
Height
37.5 cm
Market range: <28 cm – >48 cm
This immersion blender stands 37.5 cm in height, which is more compact than 74.6% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 2.2% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
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Braun MQ100 vs the average immersion blender

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  • 54.1% lighter
    This immersion blender causes substantially less wrist and forearm fatigue during extended pot pureeing than the average immersion blender (0.5 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    0.5 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • Features a safety lock
    This immersion blender features a safety lock while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 19.0% higher user score
    User score
    9.4/ 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
    ★ Better than 96% of models

    70%

    9.2

    Rating

    30%

    10

    Popularity

    9.4 vs 7.9
  • 2.5 cm shorter wand profile
    This immersion blender fits neatly into kitchen drawers and shallow cutlery organizers without disassembling compared to the average immersion blender (37.5 cm vs 40 cm).
    37.5 cm vs 40 cm
  • 28.6% cheaper
    Braun MQ100 is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£35 vs £45).
    £35 vs £45
  • 19.0% higher user score
    User score
    9.4/ 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
    ★ Better than 96% of models

    70%

    9.2

    Rating

    30%

    10

    Popularity

    9.4 vs 7.9
  • 28.6% cheaper
    Braun MQ100 is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£35 vs £45).
    £35 vs £45
  • Features a safety lock
    This immersion blender features a safety lock while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 54.1% lighter
    This immersion blender causes substantially less wrist and forearm fatigue during extended pot pureeing than the average immersion blender (0.5 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    0.5 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 2.5 cm shorter wand profile
    This immersion blender fits neatly into kitchen drawers and shallow cutlery organizers without disassembling compared to the average immersion blender (37.5 cm vs 40 cm).
    37.5 cm vs 40 cm
  • Does not support turbo mode
    This immersion blender does not support turbo mode while the average immersion blender does.
  • Does not include the whisk attachment
    This immersion blender does not include the whisk attachment while the average immersion blender does.
  • 250 W less motor power
    This immersion blender has a lower wattage motor that may struggle when blending thick purees or fibrous stalks compared to the average immersion blender (450 W vs 700 W).
    450 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
  • 2,000 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 (12,500 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    12,500 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • Does not support a non-slip handle coating or grip
    This immersion blender does not support a non-slip handle coating or grip while the average immersion blender does.
  • 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 accessories
    This immersion blender comes as a minimal wand kit, requiring extra accessory purchases for whipping cream or chopping nuts compared to the average immersion blender (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 4.6% worse value for money
    Braun MQ100 has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (7.39 vs 7.7).
    7.39 vs 7.73
  • Does not support turbo mode
    This immersion blender does not support turbo mode while the average immersion blender does.
  • 250 W less motor power
    This immersion blender has a lower wattage motor that may struggle when blending thick purees or fibrous stalks compared to the average immersion blender (450 W vs 700 W).
    450 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
  • 2,000 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 (12,500 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    12,500 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • Does not include the whisk attachment
    This immersion blender does not include the whisk attachment while the average immersion blender does.
  • 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 accessories
    This immersion blender comes as a minimal wand kit, requiring extra accessory purchases for whipping cream or chopping nuts compared to the average immersion blender (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • Does not support a non-slip handle coating or grip
    This immersion blender does not support a non-slip handle coating or grip while the average immersion blender does.

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What customers like about Braun MQ100

  • Extremely lightweight and comfortable to use
  • Effective at preventing food from splashing out due to SplashControl technology
  • Affordable price point for everyday basic kitchen tasks
  • Removable blending foot is easy to detach and dishwasher-safe
  • Compact design takes up minimal storage space
  • Performs well for simple recipes like pureeing soups and soft fruits

What customers don't like about Braun MQ100

  • Limited to a single-speed setting with no turbo option
  • Power button can be stiff and tiring to hold down during longer tasks
  • Struggles with heavy-duty blending such as grinding nuts or coffee beans
  • The included plastic beaker accessory feels basic and has limited utility for complex recipes

Verdict

The Braun MQ100 is a lightweight, budget-friendly immersion blender equipped with a 450-watt motor, a single-speed one-touch activation button, and a maximum rotational speed of 12,500 RPM. Its main characteristics include an ultra-hard stainless steel blade, patented PowerBell floral-shaped blending technology for uniform texture, and SplashControl technology to minimize kitchen messes. Key advantages include its comfortable, compact one-handed operation, dishwasher-safe components, and the inclusion of a 600 ml BPA-free plastic beaker. However, notable drawbacks include its lack of adjustable speed settings, a plastic blending shaft rather than a stainless steel wand, and limited movement due to a relatively short 1.2-meter power cord.

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