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BELLA 10-Speed vs Hamilton Beach 59765 Immersion Side-by-Side Comparison
Our Verdict
- Performance (50%)5.7/10
- Design (20%)6.0/10
- Usability (30%)6.4/10
- Performance (50%)7.4/10
- Design (20%)7.5/10
- Usability (30%)6.3/10
The BELLA 10-Speed performed a little bit better than the Hamilton Beach 59765 in our tests for pureeing soup, blending smoothie, and making almond milk. The included whisk attachment also made it a finer all-rounder. That being said, this blender, like the Hamilton Beach 59765, doesn’t exactly exude convenience.
Given the shaky motor and hard-to-press buttons, we don’t think many people will find it a pleasant experience to blend with either of these blenders. There are also other drawbacks in their design and appearance that include gimmicky blades. If you do intend to buy the BELLA 10-Speed or the Hamilton Beach 5976, it might be best to think again.
Hamilton Beach 59765 Hand Blender Performance
- Hot Soup Purée (35%)8.0/10
- Frozen Fruit Smoothie (30%)5.3/10
- Mayonnaise (15%)0/10
- Almond Milk (15%)6.8/10
- Whipped Egg-Whites (5%)5.0/10
- Hot Soup Purée (35%)7.5/10
- Frozen Fruit Smoothie (30%)9.3/10
- Mayonnaise (15%)9.0/10
- Almond Milk (5%)6.0/10
- Whipped Egg-Whites (5%)6.0/10
Hot Soup Purée
- Pureeing Time: 30 seconds
- Result: Smooth
- Suction: Slightly
In this test, the Hamilton Beach produced an acceptably smooth puree, but the outcome wasn’t any better than those produced by other immersion blenders we’ve found for under $40. It was blended evenly but we still noticed a lot of tiny veggie chunks left behind after straining.
- Pureeing Time: 30 seconds
- Result: Chunky
- Suction: Tightly
The BELLA is moderately capable at pureeing soup. In our test, it took around 30 seconds to blend and combine all the ingredients. However, we still found lots of tiny chunks when we ran the soup through a strainer. On the whole, blending didn’t go smoothly since the blender itself created a bit too much suction. At the highest speed settings, it vacuumed itself solidly to the beaker’s bottom, making it very difficult for us to make any movements. For a better performer overall, we recommend the Vitamix 5-speed or the KitchenAid cordless hand blender.
Frozen Fruit Smoothie
- Blending Time: 2 mins 15 secs
- Result: Chunky and Leafy
- Suction: Slightly
Of all the blenders we tested, this Hamilton Beach took the longest to complete this task. It was such a poor performer that had a very hard time processing frozen fruits and couldn’t entirely liquefy kale. In the end, we were left behind with a lumpy icy drink and worse still, a bunch of large noticeable fibrous pieces remained unprocessed.
- Blending Time: 58 secs
- Result: Slightly Coarse
- Suction: Slightly
Our BELLA transformed all the ingredients into a drinkable texture in approximately one minute, from start to finish. It didn’t have too much difficulty powering through frozen fruit or kale. The resulting smoothie was acceptable with very few unprocessed chunks.
Mayonnaise
- Emulsifying Time: N/A
- Result: N/A
- Suction: N/A
Making mayonnaise with this blender’s whisk attachment was a total failure. Even when we added the oil very slowly to the yolks, there was no way that the blender could form a proper emulsion. Instead of a smooth spread, we ended up with a watery mess. As such, we awarded it no points for this test.
- Emulsifying Time: 1 min 25 secs
- Result: Smooth
- Suction: Yes
Making mayonnaise was easy with this blender. Of all the blenders we tested, it was among the fastest, beating our favorite blender — the Braun MultiQuick-5 by up to 30 seconds. That said, its mayonnaise didn’t come out very smooth and creamy. Still, for such a low-priced hand blender, this result is worthy of praise.
Almond Milk
- Grinding Time: 1 min 40 secs
- Result: Coarse
- Suction: Tightly
Using this Hamilton Beach to make nut milk may not be such a good idea: In our test, it left us with a coarse grind and couldn’t pull all the ingredients into its blades without our intervention. That’s why we had to constantly stir with the blending wand to ensure everything was incorporated. This also meant that, due to the machine’s poor head suction, we would end up getting splattered with smoothie every single time our hand moved.
At certain points, the almonds somehow even got stuck in the blade guard’s holes, requiring us to stop and dislodge them. This remains the most frustrating blending experience that we’ve ever had.
- Grinding Time: 1 min 15 secs
- Result: Coarse
- Suction: Tightly
Our non-dairy milk required nearly a minute and a half of blending, but it still didn’t come out as smooth and creamy as it should. And not only couldn’t the machine blend uniformly, but it also created bad suction, causing a mess when we struggled to lift it upward.
Whipped Egg-Whites
- Beating Time: 3 min 22 secs
- Result: Stiff
- Suction: No
Surprisingly, this blender’s whisk attachment did a good job of stiffening the egg white. When beating, it provided enough force to stretch out the egg’s proteins which then bonded with each other and formed a stable network around the tiny air bubbles created through the beating action.
However, strengthening that network for a good stiff peak can be a lengthy process. The Hamilton Beach took more than one minute - compared with others, that's longer than the average. Having to spend a few more minutes blending is no big deal, but the prolonged operation will cause the motor to overheat, thus impairing its durability and your cooking enjoyment.
- Beating Time: 3 minutes
- Result: Stiff
- Suction: No
The BELLA’s whisk attachment drew enough air into the egg whites to create stiff peaks in our test, but its prolonged beating operation left us with exhausted hands and extreme discomfort. So, even though this add-on can do the trick, we don’t think it’s a good alternative to a hand mixer when it comes to preparing emulsified sauces or meringue. There are other immersion blenders that can ensure smoother operations, such as the KOIOS 4-in-1 and the Breville Control Grip.
Hamilton Beach 59765 Immersion Blender Design
- Blending Shaft (30%)6.5/10
- Build Quality (60%)6.0/10
- Power Cord (5%)10/10
- Beaker (5%)0/10
- Blending Shaft (30%)7.5/10
- Build Quality (60%)7.0/10
- Power Cord (5%)10/10
- Beaker (5%)10/10
In the Box of the Hamilton Beach 4-in-1 Hand Blender
- Motor body
- Blending shaft
- Whisk attachment
- Food processor
- User manual
The Hamilton Beach 59765 set has five pieces, including a motor body, a blending shaft, a user manual, and two extra attachments (a whisk and a food processor). It doesn’t come with a beaker, but you can easily purchase a decent one for under $15.
- Motor body
- Blending shaft
- Whisk attachment
- Food processor
- Beaker
- User manual
Our set includes six pieces which are all free of harmful chemicals. All parts except the motor section are top-rack dishwasher safe.
Dimensions
- Height:14.3" (36.3 cm)
- Width:2.6" (6.6 cm)
- Weight:1.7 lbs (0.8 kg)
- Shaft Length:6.9" (17.5 cm)
This Hamilton Beach looks compact on our counter and takes up less space than any of the full-sized blenders we’ve had. Its blending shaft and main motor body can be separated so you can easily store them when not in use. It also feels balanced in our hands with an ideal weight for most home cooks. For the most part, we agree it is quite easy to maneuver this machine in a mixing beaker.
- Height:15.2" (38.6 cm)
- Width:2.3" (5.8 cm)
- Weight:2.0 lbs (0.9 kg)
- Shaft Length:8.3" (21.1 cm)
So far, we haven’t encountered any challenges caused by this blender’s size. The machine itself is compact enough to store in a drawer, and it isn’t overly heavy. Weight isn’t a hindrance to the machine’s usability.
Build Quality
Compared to other low-range blenders we purchased, this Hamilton Beach is similar in features, operation, and capabilities, but it isn’t as good on every front due to its poorly-built construction.
Made of low-range plastic, the motor body takes on food stains and discoloration over time while the inner core is very breakable. The two thin plastic tabs that help connect the blending attachment to the main housing also leave much to be desired. With use, they will possibly snap, thus rendering your blender useless. Another word of caution: this machine has a tendency to overheat like it is burning up.
The BELLA can be purchased for less than $30, but that low price tag is a clue as to its quality. The machine itself feels relatively solid, but it doesn’t look as sleek as the mid-range ones. With the exception of the blending shaft, all the parts are made of medium-grade plastic which may deteriorate and collect scratches over the years.
Not only that, but several Amazon users have complained about the inner components. Some claim that the plastic core that connects the blending wand to the main body somehow got shredded, rendering the blender useless. Others were frustrated when the tabs that connect to attachments broke.
All things considered, we don’t think the BELLA is a reliable performer, even though it’s backed by an impressive warranty (two years).
Speed and Controls of the Hamilton Beach 2-Speed Hand Blender
- Control Type:Press-button & speed dial
- Min Speed:15,680 RPM
- Max Speed:17,330 RPM
- Presets:No
- Noise Level:96 dB
- Digital Display:No
- Pulse Mode:Yes
The machine has two buttons: the power button operates the blender at the normal speed and the turbo button provides a temporary speed boost. Both buttons are unresponsive to gentle presses requiring considerable pressure to be activated. During the more prolonged procedures, we experienced challenging and painful blending.
- Control Type:Press-button & speed dial
- Min Speed:14,730 RPM
- Max Speed:16,000 RPM
- Presets:No
- Noise Level:84 dB
- Digital Display:No
- Pulse Mode:Yes
On paper, the BELLA allows the users to easily switch between 10 speed options using the two front buttons and a top dial. Our real-world experience, though, indicates that while they get the job done, it takes a lot of force to press the buttons.
Likewise, the speed dial isn’t really essential. It’s hard to use because both hands are engaged while blending — one hand to maneuver the blender and the other to keep the beaker from jumping around the countertop with the motor’s violent vibration.
Blending Shaft
- Material:Stainless steel
- Type:Sharp Blade
- Guard Material:Stainless steel
- Blade Count:2
- Removable:Yes
- Dishwasher Safe:Yes
At only 6.9 inches, the blending shaft is quite short and may not be suitable to immerse in your deep pot. With a sharp, metal blade guard, it seriously damaged our beaker and was incapable of reducing head suction in all of its tests. The 2-pronged blade is designed flimsily. It looks inferior and has a shorter length compared to other low-range blenders. This results in quite coarse blends and longer working time.
- Material:Stainless steel
- Type:Sharp Blade
- Guard Material:Stainless steel
- Blade Count:4
- Removable:Yes
- Dishwasher Safe:Yes
The blade has 4 prongs made of medium-quality stainless steel. It comes relatively sharp, but looks a bit fragile. If you use this blender for grinding tough ingredients, the blade assembly may get damaged.
We appreciate that the blade guard was designed to prevent splattering, but don't think that it works as intended. It creates a lot of suction at the bottom of our beaker. And since it’s made of metal with harsh edges, the blade guard can leave marks on your non-stick cookware unless you blend very carefully.
Beaker
- Material:N/A
- Capacity:NaN fl oz (NaN ml)
- Measurements:N/A
- Weight:NaN oz (NaN g)
- Height:NaN" (NaN cm)
- Dishwasher Safe:N/A
- Tamper Included:N/A
- Material:Plastic
- Capacity:30 oz
- Measurements:Yes
- Weight:0.29 lb
- Height:7.2" (18.3 cm)
- Dishwasher Safe:Yes
- Tamper Included:No
The BELLA blender comes with a large beaker that shows measurements in both milliliters and fluid ounces. It’s a simple affair with an easy-pour spout and a flared base for stability.
Power Cord
- Cord Length:5.1 ft (1.6 m)
- Type:2-prong plug
- Detachable:No
This blender has a 2-prong, 5.1. feet power cord that plugs into any standard power supply rated to 120V AC.
- Cord Length:5.1 ft (1.6 m)
- Type:2-prong plug
- Detachable:No
The power cord is long enough to reach your nearby outlets. As a nice bonus, it has a small loop that allows you to hang the whole blender on a hook for easy storage.
Extra Accessories
- Material:Stainless steel
- Dishwasher Safe:Yes
- Removable:Yes
After two rounds of testing, we found this attachment is completely inefficient. Measuring only 4.3 inches long, it is comparatively short and its wires are too stiff to provide enough ‘bounce’. We certainly wouldn't recommend using this whisk.
- Material:Stainless steel
- Dishwasher Safe:Yes
- Removable:Yes
With the whisk attachment, your blender can act as a hand mixer for certain tasks such as whipping cream, beating egg whites, and emulsifying sauces. That said, it’s rather poorly built, so it may not survive long.
Extra Accessories
- Material:Plastic and Stainless steel
- Dishwasher Safe:Yes
- Removable:Yes
We haven’t tested this attachment on a specific recipe, but upon activating it without any contents, we found it to be laced with excessive rattles and vibrations, which fatigued our hands over time.
- Material:Plastic and Stainless steel
- Dishwasher Safe:Yes
- Removable:Yes
We haven’t tested this attachment, but the stainless steel S-blade can probably chop, mix, and shred certain foods just like any other low-grade food processor.
Hamilton Beach 59765 Hand Blender Usability Review
- Ease of Use (60%)5.8/10
- Blade Assembly (10%)8.0/10
- Handling (20%)6.5/10
- Cleanability (10%)8.0/10
- Ease of Use (60%)6.0/10
- Blade Assembly (10%)7.5/10
- Handling (20%)6.0/10
- Cleanability (10%)7.5/10
Ease of Use
The Hamilton Beach 59765 is not easy to use; it often feels a bit brittle during even simple tasks, and that isn’t indicative of all low-priced immersion blenders. It is also more of a pain to use with a violent shaking motor and unresponsive controls.
Furthermore, we found our machine got extremely hot when it was working at high speeds toward an extended blending time. It is unclear if this issue is likely to shorten the blender’s lifespan, but it will surely bring you a
few minutes of discomfort.
The controls are easy to understand, but we never got comfortable actually operating it. While its interface is very intuitive with only two buttons and a speed selection dial, the motor’s vibration made our hands entirely numb. Moreover, the buttons are too stiff and unresponsive, so our fingers got tired in a hurry. In some cases our fingers slipped right off the trigger button, causing unplanned interruptions to our testing process.
The low rating of this blender’s usability isn’t all due to its controls, though. Throughout most of the tests, the blending shaft stuck itself so tightly to the container’s bottom that we couldn’t lift it up unless we shut off the motor. That’s quite unacceptable, in our opinion.
Blade Assembly
To set up this blender, the attachment must be rotated to a specific alignment to lock into place with the main housing. So far, we haven't found any difficulty in doing so, since both these two pieces are clearly marked with padlock icons, eliminating our guesswork for the correct alignment.
To blend, attach the blending wand or any mixing accessories to the main body by turning it in a counter-clockwise direction until tightened.
Handling
Compared with others, this handle is smaller and less comfortable to hold. While it fits okay in our small hands, it cannot ensure a stable, secure grip due to its slippery surface.
Designed with an ergonomic handle, this blender is meant to be comfortable to grip, reducing hand and wrist pain. Due to its violent vibration and stiff buttons, however, our hands got tired anyway.
Cleanability
Removing all the food tailings from the blades’ backsides was pretty frustrating. Due to the restricted space between the blade and its guard, we couldn’t get our fingers in for scrubbing.
All the included accessories are top-rack dishwasher-safe and easy to clean manually. The main difficulties are in a few hard-to-reach spots such as the backsides of the blades. We had to use a bit of elbow grease on the food tailings.