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Fritel HB2879 Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Power:800 WCordless:noWeight:2.18 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Fritel HB2879 Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Fritel HB2879
7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 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 65% of models
Score components

65%

7.5

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

â–²Better than 65% of immersion blenders
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 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 60% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

9.1

Price

â–²Better than 60%
7.5

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%

7.1

Performance

20%

8.2

Accessories

15%

8.3

Design

10%

6.8

Usability

10%

7.1

Dimensions

â–²Better than 69%
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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~ £60
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Technical Specifications of immersion blender Fritel HB2879

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%

7.1

Performance

20%

8.2

Accessories

15%

8.3

Design

10%

6.8

Usability

10%

7.1

Dimensions

7.5
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 60% of models
Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

9.1

Price

8.0
Power
800 W
Market range: <200 W – >1.2k W
This immersion blender delivers 800 W of motor power, which is higher than the rated wattage of 57.5% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 5.7% 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
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
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
4
Market range: <1 – >6
This immersion blender comes with 4 attachments, which is more versatile than 83% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 11.4% of immersion blenders.
Chopper included
yes
This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment.
Chopper capacity
500 ml
Market range: <350 ml – >700 ml
This immersion blender provides a chopper capacity of 500 ml, which is more spacious than the mini-chopper of 14.1% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 59.2% of immersion blenders.
Measuring cup/glass included
yes
This immersion blender includes the measuring cup.
Measuring cup/glass capacity
1,000 ml
Market range: <600 ml – >800 ml
This immersion blender includes a measuring beaker of 1,000 ml, which is larger than the cup of 90.3% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 6% of immersion blenders.
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Shaft material
Stainless steel
Blade material
Stainless steel
Body material
Stainless steel
Detachable shaft
yes
This immersion blender supports a detachable shaft.
No-splash design
?
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Power cord length
?
Weight
2.18 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 2.18 kg, which is heavier in hand than 88.8% of immersion blenders.
Height
43.5 cm
Market range: <28 cm – >48 cm
This immersion blender stands 43.5 cm in height, which is taller than 82.8% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.4% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
?

Fritel HB2879 vs the average immersion blender

246810TotalPerformanceUsabilityAccessoriesDesignDimensions
  • 3 more blade points
    This immersion blender draws food inwards from multiple angles for faster, more uniform pureeing inside deep cooking pots than the average immersion blender (6 vs 3).
    6 vs 3
  • 2 more accessories
    This immersion blender handles whisking, chopping, and mashing right out of the box without separate appliance purchases compared to the average immersion blender (4 vs 2).
    4 vs 2
  • 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.
  • 300 ml larger beaker volume
    This immersion blender accommodates larger smoothies and milkshakes without ingredients splashing over the beaker rim compared to the average immersion blender (1,000 ml vs 700 ml).
    1,000 ml vs 700 ml
  • 100 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 (800 W vs 700 W).
    800 W vs 700 W
  • 4.2% better value for money
    Fritel HB2879 has better value for money than the average immersion blender (8.05 vs 7.7).
    8.05 vs 7.73
  • 4.2% better value for money
    Fritel HB2879 has better value for money than the average immersion blender (8.05 vs 7.7).
    8.05 vs 7.73
  • 3 more blade points
    This immersion blender draws food inwards from multiple angles for faster, more uniform pureeing inside deep cooking pots than the average immersion blender (6 vs 3).
    6 vs 3
  • 100 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 (800 W vs 700 W).
    800 W vs 700 W
  • Features a safety lock
    This immersion blender features a safety lock while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 2 more accessories
    This immersion blender handles whisking, chopping, and mashing right out of the box without separate appliance purchases compared to the average immersion blender (4 vs 2).
    4 vs 2
  • Includes the chopper attachment
    This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 300 ml larger beaker volume
    This immersion blender accommodates larger smoothies and milkshakes without ingredients splashing over the beaker rim compared to the average immersion blender (1,000 ml vs 700 ml).
    1,000 ml vs 700 ml
  • 2x heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (2.2 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    2.18 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 3.5 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 (43.5 cm vs 40 cm).
    43.5 cm vs 40 cm
  • 33.3% more expensive
    Fritel HB2879 is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£60 vs £45).
    £60 vs £45
  • 33.3% more expensive
    Fritel HB2879 is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£60 vs £45).
    £60 vs £45
  • 2x heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (2.2 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    2.18 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 3.5 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 (43.5 cm vs 40 cm).
    43.5 cm vs 40 cm

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Fritel HB2879

  • Extra-long 25 cm blending wand is ideal for processing large batches in deep pots and pans
  • Powerful 800-watt motor easily handles pureeing soup, making mayonnaise, and chopping
  • Comes with a versatile accessory set including a 0.5L chopper, whisks, and a 1L glass measuring beaker
  • Robust stainless steel blending foot equipped with 6 durable blades
  • Comfortable soft-touch ergonomic handle with an elegant built-in LED light
  • Dishwasher-safe accessories make cleanup quick and convenient

What customers don't like about Fritel HB2879

  • Some user reports note concerns over durability, stating it can break or wear out quickly
  • The 25 cm extra-long wand structure makes it bulkier and more difficult to store in compact kitchens
  • Does not include a dedicated storage holder or wall bracket for the accessories

Verdict

The Fritel HB2879 is an 800-watt immersion hand blender set featuring a stainless steel housing, an extra-long 25 cm detachable mixing rod, and a durable 6-blade design. Main advantages include its specialized length for deep pots, a comprehensive accessory bundle consisting of a 1-litre measuring cup, a 0.5-litre chopper, and a whisk attachment, alongside user-friendly variable speed buttons accented with elegant white LED lighting and dishwasher-safe components for effortless cleanup. On the downside, the accessory holder is not included in the package, and the manufacturer advises letting hot foods cool down slightly before blending since it is primarily optimized for lukewarm or cold preparations.

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