Braun MultiQuick 5 vs LINKChef Hand Blender 800W

Overall Verdict

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Pros & Cons

Consistent performance with minimal splashing
Nearly as efficient as the higher-priced Vitamix
Ergonomically-designed handle ensures a confident grip
Doesn’t get hot even under heavy-duty use
A generous set of accessories means greater versatility

Sufficient motor power suitable for basic tasks
Extensive selection of speed options
Solid, mid-level construction quality
Array of adaptable accessories

The metal blending shaft and whisk may damage non-stick coatings

Susceptibility to scratches
Overwhelming suction strength

Key Specs

Dimensions

W2.2 x H15 inches

H 16 x W2.8 inches

Weight

1.6 lbs (0.7 kg)

1.7 lbs (0.8 kg)

Number of speeds

Pulse/Turbo option

Yes

Min speed

12,200 RPM

A beaker, ice crush blade, storage bracket, whisk, food processor, and milk frother attachments

Max speed

13,700 RPM

Yes

Where to Buy

Price at publication

$62.87

$30.61

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring

8.8

5.2

Hot Soup Purée

8.5

6.5

Scooping a spoon of pureéd soup from the plastic beaker to check its smoothness.

Draining the soup with a stainless steel mesh strainer to inspect solid chunks.

Scooping a spoon of pureéd soup produced by the LINKchef from the plastic beaker to check its smoothness.

A batch of soup pureéd by the LINKchef immersion blender is checked for smoothness by being drained through a stainless steel mesh strainer.

Pureeing Time

30 seconds

Result

Smooth

Chunky

Suction

Tightly

Frozen Fruit Smoothie

8.8

0.0

Scooping a spoon of smoothie from the plastic beaker to check its texture after the Braun MultiQuick-5 Vario Hand Blender had completed the test in 59,99 seconds.

After finishing blending, the green smoothie was spread evenly throughout a white paper on a gray table to check for solid chunks.

A hand holding a spoonful of a chunky, unevenly blended green and orange mixture above the LINKchef immersion blender, demonstrating the results of a failed frozen fruit smoothie test with the LINKchef blender.

Top-down view of a partially blended mixture in a glass container.

Blending Time

1 min

Failed

Result

Smooth

Failed

Suction

Slightly

Mayonnaise

8.3

9.0

A little bit of mayonnaise was sticking on the blender whisk attachment when it was removed from the full batch emulsified in a 24-oz plastic beaker.

A mayonnaise preparation using a LinkChef immersion blender, with a timer tracking the blending duration.

Emulsifying Time

1 mins 54 secs

1 min 35 secs

Result

Smooth

Suction

Yes

Almond Milk

9.3

7.5

A white plate of almond pulp and a bowl of milk produced by theLINKchef stick blender within 1 minute and 20 seconds.

Grinding Time

45 secs

1 min 20 secs

Result

Fine

Smooth

Suction

Tightly

Whipped Egg-Whites

9.0

Putting the 24-oz plastic beaker containing testing beaten egg-white upside down on the gray table.

Braun MultiQuick-5 Whipped Egg-Whites Test

Looking down at stiff peak egg whites in the 24-oz plastic beaker from above.

The plastic beaker containing beaten egg-white of the LINKchef immersion blender is put upside down on the table; a smartphone displaying 1 minute and 45 seconds by its sides.

Beating Time

1 mins 56 secs

2 minutes

Result

Stiff

Suction

Design

Overall Design Scoring

8.1

7.5

In the Box

The package, motor body, blending shaft, plastic beaker, user manual, and whisk attachment of the Braun MultiQuick-5 Immersion Blender on a yellow table.

The LINKchef immersion blender and its accessories.

Dimensions

The Braun MQ505 standing on top of its blending shaft on a yellow table, with the length of the blending shaft being noted to the side as 6.7 inches, and the total length of the unit as 15 inches.

The LINKchef hand-held blender standing on a table, with the length of its blending shaft being noted to the side as 8.2 inches, and the total length of the unit as 16 inches.

Height

15.0" (38.1 cm)

16.0" (40.6 cm)

Width

2.2" (5.6 cm)

2.8" (7.1 cm)

Weight

1.6 lbs (0.7 kg)

1.7 lbs (0.8 kg)

Length

Shaft Length

6.7" (17.0 cm)

8.2" (20.8 cm)

Build Quality

8.0

7.0

The motor body, blending shaft, and whisk attachment of the Braun MultiQuick-5 lie flat on a yellow table. The motor body, blending shaft, and whisk attachment of the Braun MultiQuick-5 lie flat on a yellow table.

A close-up of the blending wand, milk frother, and motor housing of the LINKchef immersion blender.

Speed and Controls

The Two Speed Settings of The Braun MultiQuick-5 Immersion Blender — The Braun MultiQuick-5 Speed Settings (Cre: Nguyen Ntk/HealthyKitchen101)

A close-up of the LINKchef’s front buttons

Activation

Press

Press-button & speed dial

Min Speed

12,200 RPM

N/A

Max Speed

13,700 RPM

N/A

Presets

Noise Level

65 dB

N/A

Digital Display

Pulse Mode

Yes

Blending Shaft

7.5

The blending assembly of the Braun MultiQuick-5 features 2 sharp prongs. — The Braun MultiQuick-5 Blending Wand (Cre: Nguyen Ntk/HealthyKitchen101)

A Close-Up of the LINKchef Blade Assembly

Material

Stainless steel

Type

Sharp Blade

Guard Material

Stainless Steel

Stainless steel

Blade Count

Removable

Yes

Dishwasher Safe

Yes

Beaker

Material

Plastic

Capacity

20.0 fl oz (591.5 ml)

27 oz

Measurements

Yes

Weight

3.2 oz (91 g)

Height

6.5" (16.5 cm)

Dishwasher Safe

Yes

Tamper Included

Power Cord

Cord Length

4.9 ft (1.5 m)

5.1 ft (1.6 m)

Type

2-prong plug

Detachable

Extra Accessories

The whisk attachment of the Braun MultiQuick-5 lies flat on a yellow table.

A close-up of the LINKchef whisk attachment.

Material

Stainless steel

Dishwasher Safe

Yes

Removable

Yes

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring

8.7

7.1

Ease of Use

8.6

6.3

Handling

8.5

8.0

A close-up of the non-slip handle of the Braun stick blender.

Someone is holding the LINKchef’s handle.

Blade Assembly

9.5

8.5

Cleanability

9.0

8.5

Behind the Comparison

Tina PhamReviewer

Tina Pham is a staff writer and reviewer, with five years of experience in the industry. As a passionate amateur home cook, she loves to discover practical cooking solutions, and has made it her mission to bring her findings to every kitchen. Her ultimate goal is making cooking more of a pleasure for all.

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Lap is Head of the Research, Testing, and Review Team (RTR Team) at HealthyKitchen101.com, where he directs and supervises the testing of kitchen gadgets and appliances.

Nguyen NtkVisual Specialist

Nguyen Ntk is a graphic designer, photographer, and videographer whose philosophy centers around respecting and celebrating the beauty of reality. Through his lenses, Nguyen strives to capture the true essence of objects and events, showcasing and highlighting authentic features without distortion or exaggeration.