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Melchioni Family ARIEL Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Power:150 WCordless:yesWeight:1.13 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:no

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

Melchioni Family ARIEL
6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 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%

5.8

Technical score

25%

5.8

User score

10%

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

â–¼Worse than 89% of immersion blenders
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 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–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 75%
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 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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Score components

45%

3.4

Performance

20%

7.0

Accessories

15%

9.2

Design

10%

7.9

Usability

10%

7.2

Dimensions

â–¼Worse than 73%
5.8

User score

User score
5.8/ 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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5.8

Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

70%

7.8

Rating

30%

6.5

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 91%
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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 Melchioni Family ARIEL

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 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–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

45%

3.4

Performance

20%

7.0

Accessories

15%

9.2

Design

10%

7.9

Usability

10%

7.2

Dimensions

5.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

7.1
Power
150 W
Market range: <200 W – >1.2k W
This immersion blender delivers 150 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated wattage of 97.3% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.3% of immersion blenders.
Number of speeds
5
Market range: <1 – >21
This immersion blender features 5 speed levels, which is more finely adjustable than 56.5% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 8.7% 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
no
This immersion blender does not have dishwasher-safe parts.
Safety lock
yes
This immersion blender features a safety lock.
Cordless
yes
This immersion blender supports cordless operation.
Battery type
?
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Number of accessories
3
Market range: <1 – >6
This immersion blender comes with 3 attachments, which is more versatile than 52.6% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 30.3% 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
600 ml
Market range: <600 ml – >800 ml
This immersion blender includes a measuring beaker of 600 ml, which is smaller than the cup of 53.2% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 38.2% 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
0.6 m
Market range: <1 m – >2.5 m
This immersion blender has a power cord length of 0.6 m, which is shorter reach than 99.3% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.6% of immersion blenders.
Weight
1.13 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 1.13 kg, which is heavier in hand than 52.9% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.1% of immersion blenders.
Height
37.2 cm
Market range: <28 cm – >48 cm
This immersion blender stands 37.2 cm in height, which is more compact than 77.5% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.1% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
?

Melchioni Family ARIEL vs the average immersion blender

246810TotalPerformanceUsabilityAccessoriesDesignDimensions
  • Supports cordless operation
    This immersion blender supports cordless operation while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 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.
  • Supports an indicator light
    This immersion blender supports an indicator light while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 5 min longer battery runtime
    This immersion blender powers through multiple consecutive pots of soup and bowl purees without dying mid-recipe compared to the average immersion blender (30 min vs 25 min).
    30 min vs 25 min
  • 3 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 (5 vs 2).
    5 vs 2
  • 1 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 (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 2.8 cm shorter wand profile
    This immersion blender fits neatly into kitchen drawers and shallow cutlery organizers without disassembling compared to the average immersion blender (37.2 cm vs 40 cm).
    37.2 cm vs 40 cm
  • 28.6% cheaper
    Melchioni Family ARIEL is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£35 vs £45).
    £35 vs £45
  • 3 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 (5 vs 2).
    5 vs 2
  • Supports cordless operation
    This immersion blender supports cordless operation 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.
  • 5 min longer battery runtime
    This immersion blender powers through multiple consecutive pots of soup and bowl purees without dying mid-recipe compared to the average immersion blender (30 min vs 25 min).
    30 min vs 25 min
  • Includes the chopper attachment
    This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 1 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 (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • Supports an indicator light
    This immersion blender supports an indicator light while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 2.8 cm shorter wand profile
    This immersion blender fits neatly into kitchen drawers and shallow cutlery organizers without disassembling compared to the average immersion blender (37.2 cm vs 40 cm).
    37.2 cm vs 40 cm
  • 550 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 (150 W vs 700 W).
    150 W vs 700 W
  • Does not support turbo mode
    This immersion blender does not support turbo mode while the average immersion blender does.
  • 26.6% lower user score
    User score
    5.8/ 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 91% of models

    5.8

    Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    7.8

    Rating

    30%

    6.5

    Popularity

    5.8 vs 7.9
  • Does not have dishwasher-safe parts
    This immersion blender does not have dishwasher-safe parts while the average immersion blender does.
  • 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
  • 100 ml smaller beaker volume
    This immersion blender provides a smaller blending cup that fills quickly when whipping liquids or multiple fruit servings compared to the average immersion blender (600 ml vs 700 ml).
    600 ml vs 700 ml
  • 0.6 m shorter power cord
    This immersion blender has a shorter mains cord that may limit movement around spacious kitchen countertops compared to the average immersion blender (0.6 m vs 1.2 m).
    0.6 m vs 1.2 m
  • 9.1% worse value for money
    Melchioni Family ARIEL has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (7.08 vs 7.7).
    7.08 vs 7.73
  • 26.6% lower user score
    User score
    5.8/ 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 91% of models

    5.8

    Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    7.8

    Rating

    30%

    6.5

    Popularity

    5.8 vs 7.9
  • 9.1% worse value for money
    Melchioni Family ARIEL has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (7.08 vs 7.7).
    7.08 vs 7.73
  • 550 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 (150 W vs 700 W).
    150 W vs 700 W
  • Does not support turbo mode
    This immersion blender does not support turbo mode while the average immersion blender does.
  • 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
  • Does not have dishwasher-safe parts
    This immersion blender does not have dishwasher-safe parts while the average immersion blender does.
  • 100 ml smaller beaker volume
    This immersion blender provides a smaller blending cup that fills quickly when whipping liquids or multiple fruit servings compared to the average immersion blender (600 ml vs 700 ml).
    600 ml vs 700 ml
  • 0.6 m shorter power cord
    This immersion blender has a shorter mains cord that may limit movement around spacious kitchen countertops compared to the average immersion blender (0.6 m vs 1.2 m).
    0.6 m vs 1.2 m
  • 3.8% heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (1.1 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    1.13 kg vs 1.089 kg

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Melchioni Family ARIEL

  • Cordless design offers excellent portability and freedom of movement around the kitchen without cable restrictions.
  • Comes with a comprehensive accessory set, including a 500 ml chopper, a whisk attachment, and a 600 ml measuring cup.
  • Features 5 adjustable speed settings to handle different types of ingredient textures.
  • Equipped with built-in safety features like a secure safety ignition system and clear charging indicators.

What customers don't like about Melchioni Family ARIEL

  • The 150W motor is relatively low on power compared to standard corded models, limiting its ability to process very tough or dense ingredients.
  • Long charging time of 4 to 5 hours is required to achieve only 30 minutes of continuous battery life.
  • The 3.1 out of 5 stars average user score on major retailer platforms indicates polarizing customer experiences and potential reliability issues.

Verdict

The Melchioni Family ARIEL is a wireless, rechargeable immersion blender powered by a 150W DC motor and a 7.4V 2000mAh lithium-ion battery. This versatile stick blender features a stainless steel shaft with a double-blade system, 5 speed settings, and a complete accessory kit that includes a whisk, a 500ml chopper, and a 600ml graduated measuring beaker. Its main characteristics and pros include full cordless freedom of movement around the kitchen, precise texture control across 5 adjustable speeds, and safe operation supported by a safety ignition lock alongside visual charge and unlock indicators. However, its main cons include a relatively low 150W power output that may struggle with very dense food items, and a lengthy 4-to-5-hour charge time via USB-C for a modest 30 minutes of continuous runtime.

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