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SARO XM-33 Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£490Power:400 WCordless:noWeight:3.74 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:no

SARO XM-33 Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

SARO XM-33
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components

65%

5.0

Technical score

25%

?

User scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 8.0, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

?

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
4.5

Value for money

Value for money
4.5/ 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 98% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 98%
5.0

Technical score

Technical score
5.0/ 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 92% of models
Score components

45%

3.6

Performance

20%

5.0

Accessories

15%

10

Design

10%

4.9

Usability

10%

3.8

Dimensions

â–¼Worse than 92%
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 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
No ratings from across the web yet, so it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
No ratings from across the web yet
?

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.
Not in any best-of list yet
  • saro-xm-33
saro-xm-33
Where to buy
    N/A~ £490
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Technical Specifications of immersion blender SARO XM-33

Technical score
Technical score
5.0/ 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 92% of models
Score components:

45%

3.6

Performance

20%

5.0

Accessories

15%

10

Design

10%

4.9

Usability

10%

3.8

Dimensions

5.0
Value for money
Value for money
4.5/ 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 98% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

4.5
Power
400 W
Market range: <200 W – >1.2k W
This immersion blender delivers 400 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated wattage of 69.7% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 4.7% of immersion blenders.
Number of speeds
1
Market range: <1 – >21
This immersion blender features 1 speed levels, which is less adjustable than 79.1% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 20.9% 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
12,000 RPM
Market range: <10k RPM – >20k RPM
This immersion blender spins up to 12,000 RPM, which is slower than the top blade speed of 77.3% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 5.7% of immersion blenders.
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Commercial use
yes
This immersion blender 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
no
This immersion blender does not support cordless operation.
Battery type
-
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Number of accessories
?
Chopper included
no
This immersion blender does not include the chopper attachment.
Chopper capacity
-
Measuring cup/glass included
no
This immersion blender does not include the measuring cup.
Measuring cup/glass capacity
-
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Shaft material
Stainless steel
Blade material
Tempered 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
3.74 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 3.74 kg, which is heavier in hand than 94.1% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.1% of immersion blenders.
Height
?
Width/Depth
?

SARO XM-33 vs the average immersion blender

246810TotalPerformanceUsabilityAccessoriesDesignDimensions
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Does not support turbo mode
    This immersion blender does not support turbo mode while the average immersion blender does.
  • 300 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 (400 W vs 700 W).
    400 W vs 700 W
  • 3.43x heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (3.7 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    3.74 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 2,500 RPM lower blade speed
    This immersion blender operates at a lower top RPM, requiring more blending passes through the pot to eliminate graininess compared to the average immersion blender (12,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    12,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • Does not include the whisk attachment
    This immersion blender does not include the whisk attachment while the average immersion blender does.
  • Does not include the measuring cup
    This immersion blender does not include the measuring cup while the average immersion blender does.
  • Does not have dishwasher-safe parts
    This immersion blender does not have dishwasher-safe parts while the average immersion blender does.
  • 1 speed levels fewer
    This immersion blender has fewer speed increments, giving less nuance between gentle stirring and intense pureeing compared to the average immersion blender (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 72.2% worse value for money
    SARO XM-33 has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (4.49 vs 7.7).
    4.49 vs 7.73
  • 10.89x more expensive
    SARO XM-33 is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£490 vs £45).
    £490 vs £45
  • Does not support turbo mode
    This immersion blender does not support turbo mode while the average immersion blender does.
  • 300 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 (400 W vs 700 W).
    400 W vs 700 W
  • 2,500 RPM lower blade speed
    This immersion blender operates at a lower top RPM, requiring more blending passes through the pot to eliminate graininess compared to the average immersion blender (12,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    12,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 1 speed levels fewer
    This immersion blender has fewer speed increments, giving less nuance between gentle stirring and intense pureeing compared to the average immersion blender (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • Does not have dishwasher-safe parts
    This immersion blender does not have dishwasher-safe parts 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.
  • Does not include the measuring cup
    This immersion blender does not include the measuring cup while the average immersion blender does.
  • 3.43x heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (3.7 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    3.74 kg vs 1.089 kg

Third-party reviews

What customers like about SARO XM-33

  • High batch capacity capable of processing up to 60-liter containers
  • Heavy-duty forged steel Y-shaped tri-blade with a long-lasting cutting edge
  • Ergonomic bi-material handle with a comfortable, non-slip grip
  • Professional continuous-use performance without motor overheating
  • Convenient detachable click-on arm mechanism for straightforward cleaning
  • Effective anti-splash bell design to maintain a clean workspace
  • NSF certified, ensuring compliance with commercial kitchen hygiene standards

What customers don't like about SARO XM-33

  • Inflexible single fixed-speed configuration at 12,000 RPM
  • Heavy and large commercial-grade construction compared to home appliances
  • Lacks versatile kitchen accessories like a whisk or food chopper attachment
  • Can bog down or emit a warm smell if overloaded with overly dense mixtures
  • Less precise control due to the simple two-button operation instead of a variable speed dial

Verdict

The SARO XM-33 is a commercial-grade professional immersion blender engineered for heavy-duty kitchen environments. It features a robust 400W motor operating at a constant, fixed speed of 12,000 RPM and is equipped with a 420mm detachable blending arm capable of processing volumes up to 60 litres. Key advantages include a long-lasting tempered steel Y-blade for efficient cutting, a specialized anti-splash hood, an ergonomic bi-material non-slip grip that minimizes wrist fatigue, and an innovative TiltStop safety mechanism that automatically halts operation if the unit falls or tilts excessively. However, a notable disadvantage is its single fixed speed, which lacks the precision and control of variable-speed models when working with highly delicate emulsions or lower-volume preparations.

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