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Gastroback 40974 Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£45Power:800 WCordless:noWeight:0.95 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Gastroback 40974 Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Gastroback 40974
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 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%

7.3

Technical score

25%

7.3

User score

10%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–²Better than 55% of immersion blenders
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 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–² Better than 55% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

â–²Better than 55%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 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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â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components

45%

6.9

Performance

20%

8.0

Accessories

15%

8.3

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

7.6

Dimensions

â–²Better than 64%
7.3

User score

User score
7.3/ 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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7.3

Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

70%

8.3

Rating

30%

6.0

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 71%
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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 Gastroback 40974

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components:

45%

6.9

Performance

20%

8.0

Accessories

15%

8.3

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

7.6

Dimensions

7.3
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 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 55% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

9.5

Price

7.9
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
10
Market range: <1 – >21
This immersion blender features 10 speed levels, which is more finely adjustable than 71.1% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 2.7% 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
17,000 RPM
Market range: <10k RPM – >20k RPM
This immersion blender spins up to 17,000 RPM, which is faster than the top blade speed of 83.2% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 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
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
800 ml
Market range: <600 ml – >800 ml
This immersion blender includes a measuring beaker of 800 ml, which is larger than the cup of 70.6% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 18.3% 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
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
0.95 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 0.95 kg, which is lighter in hand than 63.7% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 1.7% of immersion blenders.
Height
41.5 cm
Market range: <28 cm – >48 cm
This immersion blender stands 41.5 cm in height, which is taller than 75.3% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.5% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
5.5x 5.5

Gastroback 40974 vs the average immersion blender

246810TotalPerformanceUsabilityAccessoriesDesignDimensions
  • 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 (17,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    17,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 8 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 (10 vs 2).
    10 vs 2
  • Includes the chopper attachment
    This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 100 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 (800 ml vs 700 ml).
    800 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
  • 12.8% lighter
    This immersion blender causes substantially less wrist and forearm fatigue during extended pot pureeing than the average immersion blender (1 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    0.95 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 2.8% better value for money
    Gastroback 40974 has better value for money than the average immersion blender (7.94 vs 7.7).
    7.94 vs 7.73
  • 2.8% better value for money
    Gastroback 40974 has better value for money than the average immersion blender (7.94 vs 7.7).
    7.94 vs 7.73
  • 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 (17,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    17,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 8 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 (10 vs 2).
    10 vs 2
  • 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
  • Includes the chopper attachment
    This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 100 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 (800 ml vs 700 ml).
    800 ml vs 700 ml
  • 12.8% lighter
    This immersion blender causes substantially less wrist and forearm fatigue during extended pot pureeing than the average immersion blender (1 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    0.95 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 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
  • 1.5 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 (41.5 cm vs 40 cm).
    41.5 cm vs 40 cm
  • 7.6% lower user score
    User score
    7.3/ 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
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models

    7.3

    Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.3

    Rating

    30%

    6.0

    Popularity

    7.3 vs 7.9
  • 7.6% lower user score
    User score
    7.3/ 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
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models

    7.3

    Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.3

    Rating

    30%

    6.0

    Popularity

    7.3 vs 7.9
  • 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
  • 1.5 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 (41.5 cm vs 40 cm).
    41.5 cm vs 40 cm

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Gastroback 40974

  • Powerful 800-watt motor that effortlessly purees and crushes ingredients
  • Versatile 10-speed variable control dial along with a turbo function
  • Generous range of useful accessories, including an 800ml mixing beaker, 500ml chopper, and whisk
  • High-quality, robust stainless steel blending shaft suitable for hot and cold foods
  • Ergonomic soft-touch handle that ensures a comfortable, secure grip
  • Lids double as convenient anti-slip bases for the containers
  • Easy to disassemble and clean

What customers don't like about Gastroback 40974

  • Instruction manual can be confusing or poorly translated
  • Can be louder during operation compared to some competitor models
  • Higher price point makes it less budget-friendly than standard immersion blenders
  • Risk of long-term durability issues with accessory attachments according to some long-term users

Verdict

The Gastroback 40974 Design Hand Blender Advanced is a versatile 800-watt immersion blender featuring a durable stainless steel mixing rod designed for both hot and cold food preparation. It offers precise texture control through 10 distinct speed levels and a manual turbo function. The full kitchen set includes a robust stainless steel blade assembly, an 800 ml mixing container with a storage lid, a 500 ml universal chopper attachment, and a dedicated wire whisk. Main pros include its highly powerful 800W motor, smooth variable speed control, and a comprehensive accessory package suitable for puréing soups, whisking cream, and chopping ingredients. On the downside, the unit relies on a heavier 950g plastic and steel build, requires a continuous corded power supply, and lacks specialized modern add-ons like a potato masher or an emulsifying disk found in higher-tier pro models.

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