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Philips HR2681/00 Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Power:1200 WCordless:noWeight:1 kgStepless variable speed:yesDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Philips HR2681/00 Review: Compare 40 technical specifications and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Philips HR2681/00
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
▲ Better than 65% of models
Score components

65%

6.9

Technical score

25%

8.9

User score

10%

8.3

List score

▲Better than 65% of immersion blenders
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 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
▲ Better than 65% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

▲Better than 65%
6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 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 53% of models
Score components

45%

7.3

Performance

20%

4.3

Accessories

15%

9.6

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

7.6

Dimensions

▲Better than 53%
8.9

User score

User score
8.9/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 73% of models

70%

9.0

Rating

30%

8.8

Popularity

▲Better than 73%
8.3

List score

List score
8.3/ 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 (1)
List score: in 1 of 29 lists (3%)
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Ranked #220 of 725 models in Immersion Blenders (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of immersion blender Philips HR2681/00

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 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 53% of models
Score components:

45%

7.3

Performance

20%

4.3

Accessories

15%

9.6

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

7.6

Dimensions

6.9
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 65% of models
Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

8.1
Power
1,200 W
Market range: <200 W – >1.2k W
This immersion blender delivers 1,200 W of motor power, which is higher than the rated wattage of 86.5% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 7.3% 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
15,000 RPM
Market range: <10k RPM – >20k RPM
This immersion blender spins up to 15,000 RPM, which is faster than the top blade speed of 56.4% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 14.3% 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
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This immersion blender comes with 1 attachments, which is fewer add-ons than 55.5% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 24.1% of immersion blenders.
Chopper included
no
This immersion blender does not include the chopper attachment.
Chopper capacity
-
Measuring cup/glass included
yes
This immersion blender includes the measuring cup.
Measuring cup/glass capacity
500 ml
Market range: <600 ml – >800 ml
This immersion blender includes a measuring beaker of 500 ml, which is smaller than the cup of 91.8% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 7.1% 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
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
1 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 1 kg, which is lighter in hand than 52.3% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 9.3% of immersion blenders.
Height
40.9 cm
Market range: <28 cm – >48 cm
This immersion blender stands 40.9 cm in height, which is taller than 61.2% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.3% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
?

Philips HR2681/00 vs the average immersion blender

246810TotalPerformanceUsabilityAccessoriesDesignDimensions
  • 500 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 (1,200 W vs 700 W).
    1,200 W vs 700 W
  • Features stepless variable speed control
    This immersion blender features stepless variable speed control 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.
  • 12.7% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 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 73% of models

    70%

    9.0

    Rating

    30%

    8.8

    Popularity

    8.9 vs 7.9
  • 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 (15,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    15,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 8.2% 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).
    1 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 4.3% better value for money
    Philips HR2681/00 has better value for money than the average immersion blender (8.06 vs 7.7).
    8.06 vs 7.73
  • 22.2% cheaper
    Philips HR2681/00 is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£55 vs £45).
    £55 vs £45
  • 12.7% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 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 73% of models

    70%

    9.0

    Rating

    30%

    8.8

    Popularity

    8.9 vs 7.9
  • 4.3% better value for money
    Philips HR2681/00 has better value for money than the average immersion blender (8.06 vs 7.7).
    8.06 vs 7.73
  • 22.2% cheaper
    Philips HR2681/00 is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£55 vs £45).
    £55 vs £45
  • 500 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 (1,200 W vs 700 W).
    1,200 W vs 700 W
  • Features stepless variable speed control
    This immersion blender features stepless variable speed control while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 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 (15,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    15,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • Supports an indicator light
    This immersion blender supports an indicator light while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 8.2% 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).
    1 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • Does not support turbo mode
    This immersion blender does not support turbo mode while the average immersion blender does.
  • Does not include the whisk attachment
    This immersion blender does not include the whisk attachment while the average immersion blender does.
  • 200 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 (500 ml vs 700 ml).
    500 ml vs 700 ml
  • 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 fewer accessories
    This immersion blender comes as a minimal wand kit, requiring extra accessory purchases for whipping cream or chopping nuts compared to the average immersion blender (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 0.9 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 (40.9 cm vs 40 cm).
    40.9 cm vs 40 cm
  • 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
  • 2.4% 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
  • 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 include the whisk attachment
    This immersion blender does not include the whisk attachment while the average immersion blender does.
  • 200 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 (500 ml vs 700 ml).
    500 ml vs 700 ml
  • 1 fewer accessories
    This immersion blender comes as a minimal wand kit, requiring extra accessory purchases for whipping cream or chopping nuts compared to the average immersion blender (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 0.9 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 (40.9 cm vs 40 cm).
    40.9 cm vs 40 cm

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Philips HR2681/00

  • Equipped with a highly powerful 1200W motor that effortlessly blends tough and hard ingredients
  • Features ProMix technology with a uniquely shaped blade unit and splash-free guard for excellent circulation
  • Intuitive SpeedTouch trigger control and LED speed indicator allow easy single-handed speed adjustment
  • Convenient one-touch button system makes swapping attachments quick and seamless
  • Blending shaft is simple to detach and rinse clean under running water
  • Operates quietly considering its motor capacity and power level

What customers don't like about Philips HR2681/00

  • The main base unit is heavy and can feel unwieldy or difficult to grip comfortably with one hand for long periods
  • The main power or speed trigger switch requires notable physical force to depress
  • Certain black connecting elements or attachment pieces cannot be safely washed under water or in a dishwasher
  • Included basic attachments like the whisk feel relatively fragile, small, or unstable compared to the robust motor unit

Verdict

The Philips HR2681/00 is a 1200-watt immersion blender from the 5000 Series featuring a durable stainless steel blending shaft and a 1.2-meter power cord. Key characteristics include patented ProMix technology, which combines a unique triangular blade unit with a wave-shaped anti-splash guard, alongside a stepless speed trigger and an LED indicator. Its main pros are the exceptional power to easily process hard ingredients like ice and nuts, precise one-handed speed control, and an anti-splash design that keeps countertops clean. However, notable cons include its relatively heavy build at 1,004 grams, a somewhat short cord that limits movement, and the fact that its components are not dishwasher safe.

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