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Waring Big Stik WSB38X Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£330Power:?Cordless:yesWeight:2 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Waring Big Stik WSB38X Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

Waring Big Stik WSB38X
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

65%

6.2

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 62% of immersion blenders
5.7

Value for money

Value for money
5.7/ 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 92% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

3.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 92%
6.2

Technical score

Technical score
6.2/ 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 63% of models
Score components

45%

4.9

Performance

20%

5.0

Accessories

15%

9.6

Design

10%

8.7

Usability

10%

6.6

Dimensions

â–¼Worse than 63%
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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
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Technical Specifications of immersion blender Waring Big Stik WSB38X

Technical score
Technical score
6.2/ 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 63% of models
Score components:

45%

4.9

Performance

20%

5.0

Accessories

15%

9.6

Design

10%

8.7

Usability

10%

6.6

Dimensions

6.2
Value for money
Value for money
5.7/ 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 92% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

3.2

Price

5.7
Power
?
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
13,000 RPM
Market range: <10k RPM – >20k RPM
This immersion blender spins up to 13,000 RPM, which is slower than the top blade speed of 64.8% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 7% of immersion blenders.
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Commercial use
yes
This immersion blender designed for commercial use.
Dishwasher-safe parts
yes
This immersion blender has dishwasher-safe parts.
Safety lock
yes
This immersion blender features a safety lock.
Cordless
yes
This immersion blender supports cordless operation.
Battery type
Lithium-ion
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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
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
-
Weight
2 kg
Market range: <0.5 kg – >3 kg
This immersion blender weighs 2 kg, which is heavier in hand than 85.1% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 2.3% of immersion blenders.
Height
48.26 cm
Market range: <28 cm – >48 cm
This immersion blender stands 48.26 cm in height, which is taller than 89.1% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
2.5x 4

Waring Big Stik WSB38X vs the average immersion blender

246810TotalPerformanceUsabilityAccessoriesDesignDimensions
  • 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.
  • Supports an indicator light
    This immersion blender supports an indicator light while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 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
  • 40 min faster charging time
    This immersion blender returns to full cord-free readiness sooner between lunch preparations and dinner soups than the average immersion blender (90 min vs 130 min).
    90 min vs 130 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
  • 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.
  • 40 min faster charging time
    This immersion blender returns to full cord-free readiness sooner between lunch preparations and dinner soups than the average immersion blender (90 min vs 130 min).
    90 min vs 130 min
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 83.7% heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (2 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    2 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 1,500 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 (13,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    13,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 8.26 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 (48.3 cm vs 40 cm).
    48.26 cm vs 40 cm
  • 7.33x more expensive
    Waring Big Stik WSB38X is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£330 vs £45).
    £330 vs £45
  • 7.33x more expensive
    Waring Big Stik WSB38X is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£330 vs £45).
    £330 vs £45
  • 35.9% worse value for money
    Waring Big Stik WSB38X has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (5.68 vs 7.7).
    5.68 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
  • 1,500 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 (13,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    13,000 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.
  • 83.7% heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (2 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    2 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 8.26 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 (48.3 cm vs 40 cm).
    48.26 cm vs 40 cm

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Waring Big Stik WSB38X

  • Cordless mobility allows unrestricted movement around commercial kitchens or labs without tangled wires.
  • Rechargeable 10.8V lithium-ion battery system features a relatively fast 1.5-hour quick charge.
  • Variable speed control spanning 5,000 to 13,000 RPM offers excellent precision for different textures.
  • Brushless DC motor provides efficient blending while operating with a relatively quiet, whisper-soft sound.
  • Removable 7-inch stainless steel blending shaft is completely sealed and dishwasher-safe for fast cleanup.
  • Lightweight build and concave comfort grip reduce hand fatigue during extended preparation workloads.
  • Includes a convenient storage/transport case and a docking station with multiple battery packs.

What customers don't like about Waring Big Stik WSB38X

  • Battery packs eventually degrade over time and require a multi-battery cycling system to prevent unexpected downtime.
  • The 7-inch shaft length has a smaller capacity compared to larger corded commercial models, limiting its use in giant stock pots.
  • Can struggle to get going with extremely thick or heavy mixtures if there isn't a sufficient starting liquid base.
  • Frozen ingredients like hard fruit pieces can occasionally get wedged or stuck between the blades.
  • High initial investment cost compared to lightweight, light-duty residential immersion blenders.

Verdict

The Waring Bolt WSB38X is a light-duty commercial cordless immersion blender powered by a rechargeable 10.8V lithium-ion battery pack and a quiet, long-lasting brushless DC motor. Its primary characteristics include a 7-inch removable, dishwasher-safe stainless steel blending shaft, an ergonomic housing design with a concave comfort grip, and LED indicator lights for battery and speed status. Key advantages include unmatched kitchen mobility without tangled wires, a 1.5-hour quick-charging docking station, and flexible processing with 5 variable speed settings ranging from 5,000 to 13,000 RPM capable of handling up to 15-litre batches. However, its downsides include a smaller 7-inch shaft length that limits its depth in deeper vessels, a restricted 15-litre blending capacity that is less suited for heavy-duty or high-volume industrial jobs, and the necessity to manage battery life and recharging intervals during extended operational periods.

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