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KitchenAid KHBV83 Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Power:180 WCordless:noWeight:0.935 kgStepless variable speed:yesDishwasher-safe parts:yes

KitchenAid KHBV83 Review: Compare 40 technical specifications, 1 expert reviews and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

KitchenAid KHBV83
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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
▲ Better than 69% of models
Score components

65%

7.0

Technical score

25%

9.2

User score

10%

8.3

List score

▲Better than 69% of immersion blenders
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 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 51% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

▲Better than 51%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 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
▲ Better than 57% of models
Score components

45%

6.0

Performance

20%

8.0

Accessories

15%

7.9

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

9.4

Dimensions

▲Better than 57%
9.2

User score

User score
9.2/ 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
▲ Better than 86% of models

70%

9.2

Rating

30%

9.3

Popularity

▲Better than 86%
8.3

List score

List score
8.3/ 10
✕
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 (1)
List score: in 1 of 29 lists (3%)
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Technical Specifications of immersion blender KitchenAid KHBV83

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 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
▲ Better than 57% of models
Score components:

45%

6.0

Performance

20%

8.0

Accessories

15%

7.9

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

9.4

Dimensions

7.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 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
▲ Better than 51% of models
Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

7.8
Power
180 W
Market range: <200 W – >1.2k W
This immersion blender delivers 180 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated wattage of 93% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 3.2% of immersion blenders.
Number of speeds
?
Stepless variable speed
yes
This immersion blender features 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
?
Chopper included
yes
This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment.
Chopper capacity
2,500 ml
Market range: <350 ml – >700 ml
This immersion blender provides a chopper capacity of 2,500 ml, which is more spacious than the mini-chopper of 99.5% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.5% 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
Plastic
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
5 m
Market range: <1 m – >2.5 m
This immersion blender has a power cord length of 5 m, which is longer reach than 97.8% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 2.2% of immersion blenders.
Weight
0.935 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 0.935 kg, which is lighter in hand than 65.6% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 2.7% of immersion blenders.
Height
41.4 cm
Market range: <28 cm – >48 cm
This immersion blender stands 41.4 cm in height, which is taller than 70.5% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 4.7% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
2.5x 2.5

KitchenAid KHBV83 vs the average immersion blender

246810TotalPerformanceUsabilityAccessoriesDesignDimensions
  • 2,000 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 (2,500 ml vs 500 ml).
    2,500 ml vs 500 ml
  • Features stepless variable speed control
    This immersion blender features stepless variable speed control while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 3.8 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 (5 m vs 1.2 m).
    5 m vs 1.2 m
  • Includes the chopper attachment
    This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 16.5% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 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
    ▲ Better than 86% of models

    70%

    9.2

    Rating

    30%

    9.3

    Popularity

    9.2 vs 7.9
  • 14.1% lighter
    This immersion blender causes substantially less wrist and forearm fatigue during extended pot pureeing than the average immersion blender (0.9 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    0.935 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 16.5% higher user score
    User score
    9.2/ 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
    ▲ Better than 86% of models

    70%

    9.2

    Rating

    30%

    9.3

    Popularity

    9.2 vs 7.9
  • Features stepless variable speed control
    This immersion blender features stepless variable speed control while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 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
  • 2,000 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 (2,500 ml vs 500 ml).
    2,500 ml vs 500 ml
  • 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
  • 3.8 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 (5 m vs 1.2 m).
    5 m vs 1.2 m
  • 14.1% lighter
    This immersion blender causes substantially less wrist and forearm fatigue during extended pot pureeing than the average immersion blender (0.9 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    0.935 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 520 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 (180 W vs 700 W).
    180 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 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.
  • 1.4 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 (41.4 cm vs 40 cm).
    41.4 cm vs 40 cm
  • 2.44x more expensive
    KitchenAid KHBV83 is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£110 vs £45).
    £110 vs £45
  • 2.4% lower list score
    List score
    8.3/ 10
    ✕
    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 (1)
    List score: in 1 of 29 lists (3%)
    8.3 vs 8.5
  • 2.44x more expensive
    KitchenAid KHBV83 is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£110 vs £45).
    £110 vs £45
  • 2.4% lower list score
    List score
    8.3/ 10
    ✕
    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 (1)
    List score: in 1 of 29 lists (3%)
    8.3 vs 8.5
  • 520 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 (180 W vs 700 W).
    180 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 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.
  • 1.4 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 (41.4 cm vs 40 cm).
    41.4 cm vs 40 cm

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
homesandgardens.com
✓ explicit
24/05/2022
Side-by-side test · Variable-speed blender
Verdict
The KitchenAid Variable Speed Corded Hand Blender suits soups and dips for cooks who don't want extra attachments, though its button must be held down.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about KitchenAid KHBV83

  • Powerful blending performance that easily processes frozen fruit and fibrous ingredients like kale or soup veggies.
  • Responsive variable speed trigger switch provides intuitive, fine-tuned control over the blending process.
  • Quiet motor operation compared to standard full-sized blenders and competing immersion brands.
  • The patented removable pan guard effectively prevents scratching on non-stick cookware.
  • Detachable blending arm makes cleaning effortless and quick.
  • Comes with a versatile accessory package, including a whisk attachment, a 2.5-cup chopper, and a blending jar with a secure lid.

What customers don't like about KitchenAid KHBV83

  • Holding down the pressure-sensitive variable speed trigger for long periods can cause finger fatigue.
  • The required dual-button safety mechanism (squeezing two triggers simultaneously) can feel awkward or cumbersome to manipulate.
  • The motor body is somewhat bulky and heavy, which may strain hands during extended use.
  • Not highly effective at crushing ice cubes on its own, with a risk of jammed blades or ice buildup.
  • Certain plastic connection points between the motor body and attachments feel less premium compared to higher-end, fully metal models.

Verdict

The KitchenAid KHBV83BM Variable Speed Corded Hand Blender is a powerful 325-watt kitchen appliance featuring a matte black finish and an 8-inch removable blending arm equipped with a 4-point stainless steel blade. Its primary characteristics include a pressure-sensitive variable speed trigger switch for continuous control and a patented removable pan guard to protect cookware from scratches. The main pros of this versatile model are its comprehensive attachment bundle—which includes a 4-cup BPA-free blending jar with a lid, a whisk attachment, and a 2.5-cup chopper attachment—alongside dishwasher-safe components that make cleanup effortless. However, some cons include a dual-button safety operation that some users find initially awkward, and a pressure-sensitive trigger design that can cause finger fatigue during prolonged or continuous blending sessions.

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