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Russell Hobbs 27142-56 Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Power:500 WCordless:noWeight:1.089 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Russell Hobbs 27142-56 Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Russell Hobbs 27142-56
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 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%

6.0

Technical score

25%

8.7

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 59% of immersion blenders
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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
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Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 55%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 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%

4.1

Performance

20%

7.4

Accessories

15%

7.9

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

9.2

Dimensions

â–¼Worse than 66%
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 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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â–² Better than 62% of models

70%

8.6

Rating

30%

8.8

Popularity

â–²Better than 62%
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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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Ranked #358 of 725 models in Immersion Blenders (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of immersion blender Russell Hobbs 27142-56

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components:

45%

4.1

Performance

20%

7.4

Accessories

15%

7.9

Design

10%

5.8

Usability

10%

9.2

Dimensions

6.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

7.7
Power
500 W
Market range: <200 W – >1.2k W
This immersion blender delivers 500 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated wattage of 61.3% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 4.8% of immersion blenders.
Number of speeds
2
Market range: <1 – >21
This immersion blender features 2 speed levels, which is more finely adjustable than 21% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 31.9% 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
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
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
1,000 ml
Market range: <350 ml – >700 ml
This immersion blender provides a chopper capacity of 1,000 ml, which is more spacious than the mini-chopper of 94.2% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 2.1% 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
yes
This immersion blender supports a no-splash design.
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Power cord length
1.8 m
Market range: <1 m – >2.5 m
This immersion blender has a power cord length of 1.8 m, which is longer reach than 83.1% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 2.2% of immersion blenders.
Weight
1.089 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 1.089 kg, which is lighter in hand than 49.7% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.3% of immersion blenders.
Height
41 cm
Market range: <28 cm – >48 cm
This immersion blender stands 41 cm in height, which is taller than 61.6% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 6.7% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
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Russell Hobbs 27142-56 vs the average immersion blender

246810TotalPerformanceUsabilityAccessoriesDesignDimensions
  • 500 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 (1,000 ml vs 500 ml).
    1,000 ml vs 500 ml
  • Includes the chopper attachment
    This immersion blender includes the chopper attachment while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 0.6 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 (1.8 m vs 1.2 m).
    1.8 m vs 1.2 m
  • 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
  • 10.1% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 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–² Better than 62% of models

    70%

    8.6

    Rating

    30%

    8.8

    Popularity

    8.7 vs 7.9
  • 28.6% cheaper
    Russell Hobbs 27142-56 is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£35 vs £45).
    £35 vs £45
  • 10.1% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 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–² Better than 62% of models

    70%

    8.6

    Rating

    30%

    8.8

    Popularity

    8.7 vs 7.9
  • 28.6% cheaper
    Russell Hobbs 27142-56 is cheaper than the average immersion blender (£35 vs £45).
    £35 vs £45
  • 500 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 (1,000 ml vs 500 ml).
    1,000 ml vs 500 ml
  • 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
  • 0.6 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 (1.8 m vs 1.2 m).
    1.8 m vs 1.2 m
  • 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 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.
  • 200 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 (500 W vs 700 W).
    500 W vs 700 W
  • 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
  • 1 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 cm vs 40 cm).
    41 cm vs 40 cm
  • 0.5% worse value for money
    Russell Hobbs 27142-56 has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (7.69 vs 7.7).
    7.69 vs 7.73
  • 0.5% worse value for money
    Russell Hobbs 27142-56 has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (7.69 vs 7.7).
    7.69 vs 7.73
  • 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
  • 200 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 (500 W vs 700 W).
    500 W vs 700 W
  • 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
  • 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 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 cm vs 40 cm).
    41 cm vs 40 cm

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Russell Hobbs 27142-56

  • Excellent value for money, functioning as well as more expensive models.
  • Versatile 3-in-1 multi-tool that handles blending, whisking, and chopping with ease.
  • Dishwasher-safe, removable parts make cleanup incredibly quick and simple.
  • The 500-watt motor feels surprisingly powerful and operates relatively quietly.
  • Clever silicone non-slip base on the chopping bowl doubles as an airtight lid for food storage.
  • Ergonomic, matte non-slip handle ensures a secure and comfortable grip.

What customers don't like about Russell Hobbs 27142-56

  • Limited speed control with only two settings (high and low) rather than a smooth variable speed trigger.
  • The twist-to-lock attachment mechanism operates counter-intuitively by twisting to the left.
  • Aligning the motor parts with the chopper attachment doesn't happen automatically and requires visual precision.
  • Mixed long-term durability feedback, with a few components feeling less robust or prone to wear.

Verdict

The Russell Hobbs 27142-56 Desire Red is a versatile 3-in-1 immersion blender equipped with a 500-watt motor that operates at up to 12,000 RPM across 2 speed settings and a manual pulse function. Designed in a bold red and black palette, this compact kitchen tool includes a detachable stainless steel blending rod with a two-point blade, a stainless steel whisk attachment, a 600 ml measuring cup, and a 1-liter chopping bowl with a 500 ml working capacity. Its main pros include an lightweight ergonomic handle, completely BPA-free construction, and removable, dishwasher-safe components for effortless cleanup. On the downside, the chopper bowl is made of plastic rather than glass, and the 120 cm power cord is somewhat short, which slightly limits user movement during operation.

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