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Cuisinart Power Blend 400W Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£45Power:400 WCordless:noWeight:1.19 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Cuisinart Power Blend 400W 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.

Cuisinart Power Blend 400W
6.2/10

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 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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▼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components

65%

6.1

Technical score

25%

6.1

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

▼Worse than 80% of immersion blenders
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

▼Worse than 73%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components

45%

4.0

Performance

20%

7.5

Accessories

15%

8.4

Design

10%

6.8

Usability

10%

8.6

Dimensions

▼Worse than 64%
6.1

User score

User score
6.1/ 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
▼ Worse than 86% of models

6.1

Mark 8.2 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

70%

8.0

Rating

30%

8.5

Popularity

▼Worse than 86%
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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 Cuisinart Power Blend 400W

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 64% of models
Score components:

45%

4.0

Performance

20%

7.5

Accessories

15%

8.4

Design

10%

6.8

Usability

10%

8.6

Dimensions

6.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

7.2
Power
400 W
Market range: <200 W – >1.2k W
This immersion blender delivers 400 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated wattage of 69.7% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 4.7% of immersion blenders.
Number of speeds
5
Market range: <1 – >21
This immersion blender features 5 speed levels, which is more finely adjustable than 56.5% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 8.7% 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
15,000 RPM
Market range: <10k RPM – >20k RPM
This immersion blender spins up to 15,000 RPM, which is faster than the top blade speed of 56.4% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 14.3% 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
?
Chopper included
yes
This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment.
Chopper capacity
950 ml
Market range: <350 ml – >700 ml
This immersion blender provides a chopper capacity of 950 ml, which is more spacious than the mini-chopper of 94% of immersion blenders.
Measuring cup/glass included
yes
This immersion blender includes the measuring cup.
Measuring cup/glass capacity
700 ml
Market range: <600 ml – >800 ml
This immersion blender includes a measuring beaker of 700 ml, which is larger than the cup of 47% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 21% 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
?
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Power cord length
?
Weight
1.19 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 1.19 kg, which is heavier in hand than 53.6% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.3% of immersion blenders.
Height
40.9 cm
Market range: <28 cm – >48 cm
This immersion blender stands 40.9 cm in height, which is taller than 61.2% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.3% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
6.4x 7.3

Cuisinart Power Blend 400W vs the average immersion blender

246810TotalPerformanceUsabilityAccessoriesDesignDimensions
  • 450 ml larger chopper volume
    This immersion blender chops whole onions, large bunches of herbs, and portions of meat in a single batch without overloading compared to the average immersion blender (950 ml vs 500 ml).
    950 ml vs 500 ml
  • 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.
  • Supports an indicator light
    This immersion blender supports an indicator light while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 3 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 (5 vs 2).
    5 vs 2
  • 500 RPM higher blade speed
    This immersion blender shears through cooked vegetables faster, producing silky lump-free emulsified textures in seconds compared to the average immersion blender (15,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    15,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 3 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 (5 vs 2).
    5 vs 2
  • 500 RPM higher blade speed
    This immersion blender shears through cooked vegetables faster, producing silky lump-free emulsified textures in seconds compared to the average immersion blender (15,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    15,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • Features a safety lock
    This immersion blender features a safety lock while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 450 ml larger chopper volume
    This immersion blender chops whole onions, large bunches of herbs, and portions of meat in a single batch without overloading compared to the average immersion blender (950 ml vs 500 ml).
    950 ml vs 500 ml
  • Includes the chopper attachment
    This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment while the average immersion blender does not.
  • Supports an indicator light
    This immersion blender supports an indicator light while the average immersion blender does not.
  • Does not support turbo mode
    This immersion blender does not support turbo mode while the average immersion blender does.
  • 300 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 (400 W vs 700 W).
    400 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
  • 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.
  • 22.8% lower user score
    User score
    6.1/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models

    6.1

    Mark 8.2 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.0

    Rating

    30%

    8.5

    Popularity

    6.1 vs 7.9
  • 0.9 cm taller wand profile
    This immersion blender has a longer body that may require separating the motor and wand for drawer storage compared to the average immersion blender (40.9 cm vs 40 cm).
    40.9 cm vs 40 cm
  • 7.2% worse value for money
    This immersion blender has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (7.2 vs 7.7).
    7.2 vs 7.73
  • 9.3% heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (1.2 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    1.19 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 22.8% lower user score
    User score
    6.1/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 86% of models

    6.1

    Mark 8.2 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.0

    Rating

    30%

    8.5

    Popularity

    6.1 vs 7.9
  • 7.2% worse value for money
    This immersion blender has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (7.2 vs 7.7).
    7.2 vs 7.73
  • Does not support turbo mode
    This immersion blender does not support turbo mode while the average immersion blender does.
  • 300 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 (400 W vs 700 W).
    400 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
  • 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.
  • 0.9 cm taller wand profile
    This immersion blender has a longer body that may require separating the motor and wand for drawer storage compared to the average immersion blender (40.9 cm vs 40 cm).
    40.9 cm vs 40 cm
  • 9.3% heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (1.2 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    1.19 kg vs 1.089 kg

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
07/06/2026
Hands-on test · Four-in-one stick blender
Verdict
The Cuisinart Power Blend is a versatile stick blender whose whisk and small food processor do well, but its pressure-based speed control is fiddly.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Cuisinart Power Blend 400W

  • Powerful 400-watt motor that blends soups and purées efficiently
  • Highly versatile 4-in-1 system with multi-purpose attachments (whisk, food processor, beaker)
  • Cookware-friendly design with a no-scratch guard to protect pots and pans
  • Variable speed controls with an easy-to-use dial and digital display
  • Compact storage with an included canvas accessory bag
  • Easy to clean with dishwasher-safe components

What customers don't like about Cuisinart Power Blend 400W

  • Safety lock button mechanism can feel awkward or cumbersome to hold down while operating
  • Food processor attachment leaves uneven cuts or inconsistent sizes when chopping vegetables like onions
  • Blending handle and motor base can get quite hot during extended heavy use
  • Stainless steel shaft and whisk attachments require careful hand-washing
  • Some plastic components feel flimsy or less durable compared to high-end standalone appliances

Verdict

The Cuisinart Power Blend 400W immersion blender features a robust 400-watt motor paired with an LED-illuminated, pressure-sensitive variable speed trigger control and a digital display. This multi-functional 4-in-1 kitchen tool includes a stainless steel blending shaft equipped with a BPA-free, anti-scratch bell to protect delicate cookware, a chef's whisk, a 700ml prep-and-store beaker, and a 950ml food processor bowl outfitted with a reversible slicing/shredding disc. Main pros include its powerful blending performance, smooth single-handed operation, highly versatile specialized attachments, dishwasher-safe components, and a dedicated canvas storage bag for organizational convenience. However, noted cons include inconsistent textures when chopping certain vegetables like onions, a rigid safety unlock sequence that can feel awkward to execute continuously, and a blending motor that occasionally struggles to crush harder items like large frozen chunks or ice.

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