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Cuisinart CSB-33R Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Power:135 WCordless:noWeight:2.4 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Cuisinart CSB-33R Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

6.2/10

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 10
✕
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
▼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

65%

5.3

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

▼Worse than 82% of immersion blenders
7.2

Value for money

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

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

▼Worse than 73%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 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 86% of models
Score components

45%

4.1

Performance

20%

5.1

Accessories

15%

7.0

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

7.9

Dimensions

▼Worse than 86%
?

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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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
?

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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Ranked #686 of 725 models in Immersion Blenders (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of immersion blender Cuisinart CSB-33R

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 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 86% of models
Score components:

45%

4.1

Performance

20%

5.1

Accessories

15%

7.0

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

7.9

Dimensions

5.3
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

7.2
Power
135 W
Market range: <200 W – >1.2k W
This immersion blender delivers 135 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated wattage of 97.9% 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
?
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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
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
?
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Shaft material
Stainless steel
Blade material
Stainless steel
Body material
Plastic
Detachable shaft
?
No-splash design
?
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Power cord length
4 m
Market range: <1 m – >2.5 m
This immersion blender has a power cord length of 4 m, which is longer reach than 97.1% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.6% of immersion blenders.
Weight
2.4 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 2.4 kg, which is heavier in hand than 89.5% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.4% of immersion blenders.
Height
35.6 cm
Market range: <28 cm – >48 cm
This immersion blender stands 35.6 cm in height, which is more compact than 82.3% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.3% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
2.5x 2.5

Cuisinart CSB-33R vs the average immersion blender

246810TotalPerformanceUsabilityAccessoriesDesignDimensions
  • 2.8 m longer power cord
    This immersion blender reaches easily from distant wall sockets straight to your cooktop without pulling taut compared to the average immersion blender (4 m vs 1.2 m).
    4 m vs 1.2 m
  • 4.4 cm shorter wand profile
    This immersion blender fits neatly into kitchen drawers and shallow cutlery organizers without disassembling compared to the average immersion blender (35.6 cm vs 40 cm).
    35.6 cm vs 40 cm
  • 28.6% cheaper
    Cuisinart CSB-33R is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£35 vs £45).
    £35 vs £45
  • 28.6% cheaper
    Cuisinart CSB-33R is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£35 vs £45).
    £35 vs £45
  • 2.8 m longer power cord
    This immersion blender reaches easily from distant wall sockets straight to your cooktop without pulling taut compared to the average immersion blender (4 m vs 1.2 m).
    4 m vs 1.2 m
  • 4.4 cm shorter wand profile
    This immersion blender fits neatly into kitchen drawers and shallow cutlery organizers without disassembling compared to the average immersion blender (35.6 cm vs 40 cm).
    35.6 cm vs 40 cm
  • 565 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 (135 W vs 700 W).
    135 W vs 700 W
  • 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.
  • 2.2x heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (2.4 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    2.4 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 6.9% worse value for money
    Cuisinart CSB-33R has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (7.23 vs 7.7).
    7.23 vs 7.73
  • 6.9% worse value for money
    Cuisinart CSB-33R has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (7.23 vs 7.7).
    7.23 vs 7.73
  • 565 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 (135 W vs 700 W).
    135 W vs 700 W
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 2.2x heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (2.4 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    2.4 kg vs 1.089 kg

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Cuisinart CSB-33R

  • Easy to clean with a quick rinse under running water
  • Simple, one-handed operation with high and low speed settings
  • Comes with a useful 16-ounce mixing and measuring beaker
  • Lightweight and compact design that fits easily into standard kitchen drawers
  • Great for basic tasks like blending cooked vegetables, puréing soups, and mixing soft foods
  • Affordable price point offering high relative value

What customers don't like about Cuisinart CSB-33R

  • Struggles to completely process frozen fruits, berries, and large chunks of food
  • The plastic bottom shield can trap food debris easily
  • The corded configuration means the unit cannot be fully submerged or placed in the dishwasher
  • Fails to completely crush ice cubes or blend hard, fibrous ingredients smoothly
  • Lower motor power (ranging from 200W to 250W) compared to heavier-duty commercial models

Verdict

The Cuisinart Quick Prep Hand Blender (CSB-33R) is a compact, 14-inch tall immersion blender equipped with a 135-watt motor and a 2-speed touchpad control. Its primary features include a multi-use stainless steel blending blade, a durable blade guard, and an included 16-ounce BPA-free mixing and measuring beaker designed to minimize splashback during tasks like whipping, pureeing, and mixing. Key advantages of this lightweight 2.4-pound appliance are its easy-to-clean shaft, simple one-touch operation, and high convenience for small, quick tasks like blending soups or smoothies directly in a pot or pitcher. However, notable drawbacks include its lack of a pulse feature and lower motor power, which makes it struggle to blend dense or frozen ingredients seamlessly, occasionally leaving behind unblended food chunks.

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