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Gastroback 40968 Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Power:1500 WCordless:noWeight:1.67 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Gastroback 40968 Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Gastroback 40968
8.2/10

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 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
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

65%

8.4

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

★Better than 92% of immersion blenders
8.7

Value for money

Value for money
8.7/ 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
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

★Better than 95%
8.4

Technical score

Technical score
8.4/ 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
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

45%

9.4

Performance

20%

6.9

Accessories

15%

9.3

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

8.5

Dimensions

★Better than 97%
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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~ £35
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Technical Specifications of immersion blender Gastroback 40968

Technical score
Technical score
8.4/ 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
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components:

45%

9.4

Performance

20%

6.9

Accessories

15%

9.3

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

8.5

Dimensions

8.4
Value for money
Value for money
8.7/ 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
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components:

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

8.7
Power
1,500 W
Market range: <200 W – >1.2k W
This immersion blender delivers 1,500 W of motor power, which is higher than the rated wattage of 94.2% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 5.4% of immersion blenders.
Number of speeds
20
Market range: <1 – >21
This immersion blender features 20 speed levels, which is more finely adjustable than 85.2% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 8.2% 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
17,250 RPM
Market range: <10k RPM – >20k RPM
This immersion blender spins up to 17,250 RPM, which is faster than the top blade speed of 86.3% 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
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
?
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
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
Titanium
Body material
Stainless steel
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
1.9 m
Market range: <1 m – >2.5 m
This immersion blender has a power cord length of 1.9 m, which is longer reach than 86% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 1.8% of immersion blenders.
Weight
1.67 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 1.67 kg, which is heavier in hand than 78.1% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.3% 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
?

Gastroback 40968 vs the average immersion blender

246810TotalPerformanceUsabilityAccessoriesDesignDimensions
  • 800 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 (1,500 W vs 700 W).
    1,500 W vs 700 W
  • 18 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 (20 vs 2).
    20 vs 2
  • 2,750 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 (17,250 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    17,250 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 0.7 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 (1.9 m vs 1.2 m).
    1.9 m vs 1.2 m
  • 1 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 (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 12% better value for money
    Gastroback 40968 has better value for money than the average immersion blender (8.65 vs 7.7).
    8.65 vs 7.73
  • 28.6% cheaper
    Gastroback 40968 is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£35 vs £45).
    £35 vs £45
  • 12% better value for money
    Gastroback 40968 has better value for money than the average immersion blender (8.65 vs 7.7).
    8.65 vs 7.73
  • 28.6% cheaper
    Gastroback 40968 is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£35 vs £45).
    £35 vs £45
  • 800 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 (1,500 W vs 700 W).
    1,500 W vs 700 W
  • 18 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 (20 vs 2).
    20 vs 2
  • 2,750 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 (17,250 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    17,250 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 1 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 (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 0.7 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 (1.9 m vs 1.2 m).
    1.9 m vs 1.2 m
  • Does not include the whisk attachment
    This immersion blender does not include the whisk attachment while the average immersion blender does.
  • 53.4% heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (1.7 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    1.67 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • Does not include the whisk attachment
    This immersion blender does not include the whisk attachment while the average immersion blender does.
  • 53.4% heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (1.7 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    1.67 kg vs 1.089 kg

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Gastroback 40968

  • Powerful 800-watt motor that effortlessly purees and crushes tough ingredients like frozen berries
  • Ergonomic soft-touch handle provides a comfortable, secure, and non-slip grip
  • Versatile range of included accessories, such as a chopper, whisk, potato masher, and emulsifier
  • Stepless variable speed control (1–5 scale) offers flexible power adjustments
  • High-quality, robust stainless steel design with a durable titanium-coated blade
  • Easy to assemble, swap attachments, and clean since components are dishwasher-safe

What customers don't like about Gastroback 40968

  • Relatively expensive compared to other entry-level or budget-friendly immersion blenders
  • Motor unit can overheat quickly during extended heavy use, requiring cool-down periods
  • Some internal plastic gearbox components and accessories feel cheap and can wear out over time
  • Instruction manual can be vague or confusing regarding how to use certain attachments
  • Wall mount holder is reported to be too thin and flimsy to reliably support the heavy machine

Verdict

The Gastroback 40968 Powermix Hand Blender FlexCord is a high-performance kitchen tool featuring an exceptionally powerful 1,500-watt copper motor capable of reaching up to 17,250 RPM. Its core characteristics include a sleek, brushed stainless steel housing, a premium titanium-coated 4-blade knife system, and an adjustable interface with 20 distinct speed levels plus a turbo mode. The primary advantages of this model are its robust blending capabilities, precise speed control, inclusion of a BPA-free 0.7-liter mixing beaker, and its unique space-saving spiral cable that conveniently extends up to 1.90 meters. On the downside, the unit is relatively heavy at 1 kilogram, and the high-power output requires short operational intervals to prevent the motor from overheating during extended use.

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