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Waring Big Stik WSB40 Review | 40 Data compared

Avg. price:~£330Power:350 WCordless:noWeight:5.2 kgStepless variable speed:noDishwasher-safe parts:yes

Waring Big Stik WSB40 Review: Compare 40 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Immersion Blenders category and whether it is worth buying.

5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 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%

4.8

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 92% of immersion blenders
5.1

Value for money

Value for money
5.1/ 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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Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

3.2

Price

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4.8

Technical score

Technical score
4.8/ 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%

4.0

Performance

20%

3.3

Accessories

15%

8.2

Design

10%

6.8

Usability

10%

4.4

Dimensions

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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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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
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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.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £330
Best rankings
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Ranked #710 of 725 models in Immersion Blenders (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of immersion blender Waring Big Stik WSB40

Technical score
Technical score
4.8/ 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%

4.0

Performance

20%

3.3

Accessories

15%

8.2

Design

10%

6.8

Usability

10%

4.4

Dimensions

4.8
Value for money
Value for money
5.1/ 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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Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

3.2

Price

5.1
Power
350 W
This immersion blender delivers 350 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated wattage of 74.6% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 4.3% of immersion blenders.
Number of speeds
2
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
18,000 RPM
This immersion blender spins up to 18,000 RPM, which is faster than the top blade speed of 87.2% 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
yes
This immersion blender has 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
0
This immersion blender comes with 0 attachments, which is fewer add-ons than 79.8% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 20.2% of immersion blenders.
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
?
No-splash design
?
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Power cord length
1.8 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
5.2 kg
This immersion blender weighs 5.2 kg, which is heavier in hand than 98.7% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.4% of immersion blenders.
Height
56.9 cm
This immersion blender stands 56.9 cm in height, which is taller than 92.6% of immersion blenders and equal to that of 0.1% of immersion blenders.
Width/Depth
5x 5.5

Waring Big Stik WSB40 vs the average immersion blender

246810TotalPerformanceUsabilityAccessoriesDesignDimensions
  • 3,500 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 (18,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    18,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • 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
  • Features a safety lock
    This immersion blender features a safety lock while the average immersion blender does not.
  • 3,500 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 (18,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM).
    18,000 RPM vs 14,500 RPM
  • Features a safety lock
    This immersion blender features a safety lock 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
  • 350 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 (350 W vs 700 W).
    350 W vs 700 W
  • Does not support turbo mode
    This immersion blender does not support turbo mode while the average immersion blender does.
  • 4.78x heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (5.2 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    5.2 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • Does not include the whisk attachment
    This immersion blender does not include the whisk attachment while the average immersion blender does.
  • 2 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 (0 vs 2).
    0 vs 2
  • 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
  • 16.9 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 (56.9 cm vs 40 cm).
    56.9 cm vs 40 cm
  • 52.5% worse value for money
    Waring Big Stik WSB40 has worse value for money than the average immersion blender (5.07 vs 7.7).
    5.07 vs 7.73
  • 7.33x more expensive
    Waring Big Stik WSB40 is more expensive than the average immersion blender (£330 vs £45).
    £330 vs £45
  • 350 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 (350 W vs 700 W).
    350 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 include the whisk attachment
    This immersion blender does not include the whisk attachment while the average immersion blender does.
  • 2 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 (0 vs 2).
    0 vs 2
  • Does not include the measuring cup
    This immersion blender does not include the measuring cup while the average immersion blender does.
  • 4.78x heavier
    This immersion blender is heavier to hold continuously, causing more arm strain when pureeing large stockpots compared to the average immersion blender (5.2 kg vs 1.1 kg).
    5.2 kg vs 1.089 kg
  • 16.9 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 (56.9 cm vs 40 cm).
    56.9 cm vs 40 cm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Waring Big Stik WSB40

  • High blending power from the 1/2 HP motor that easily processes large batches
  • Excellent for commercial applications like large quantities of soups, sauces, and dressings
  • Durable, professional-grade construction that stands up to heavy daily use
  • Ergonomic and secure rubberized comfort grip for safe handling during operation
  • Fast processing speed up to 18,000 RPM saves time in busy kitchens

What customers don't like about Waring Big Stik WSB40

  • The unit can feel heavy and cause hand fatigue during prolonged, continuous use
  • On standard WSB40 models, the fixed shaft design can make thorough cleaning more tedious than models with detachable shafts
  • Not well-suited for processing very thick or small-batch home recipes, which can cause the motor to struggle or overheat
  • Bulky physical size makes it less practical for standard residential home storage

Verdict

The Waring Quik Stik Plus WSB40 is a medium-duty commercial immersion blender featuring a 10-inch fixed, sealed stainless steel shaft paired with an all-purpose stainless steel blade, engineered to process batches up to 6 gallons (24 quarts). Driven by a 1/2 HP, 350-watt motor that operates on 120V electrical connections, it provides high-efficiency blending with a 2-speed high/low control capable of reaching speeds up to 18,000 RPM for pureeing, whipping, and emulsifying. Main advantages include a lightweight, ergonomic design equipped with a rubberized comfort grip for controlled handheld handling, alongside reliable performance backed by NSF and cETLus sanitation certifications. However, notable drawbacks include its fixed shaft design which restricts thorough cleaning flexibility compared to removable alternatives, and its operational threshold being strictly limited to medium-duty applications, rendering it less suited for extremely thick or high-volume commercial production volumes.

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