Comparison Braun MultiMix 5 HM 5137 white vs Bosch ErgoMixx MFQ36490 white

— Hand mixer. Mixers are kitchen appliances designed for mixing and whipping liquids. They are equipped with beaters and may come with additional nozzles. Hand mixers are held in the hand during use, making them more compact and easier to store than stationary mixers. However, they may not be as convenient for long-term use and tend to be less expensive.

— Stationary mixer. Stationary mixers are a type of mixer that comes with a stand-base for stable placement on a table or counter. This eliminates the need to hold the device while in use. However, the size of the bowl that can be used may be limited, and some models may require the use of a specific bowl. Some models also allow for the mixer to be removed from the stand and used as a hand mixer. Stationary mixers tend to be more expensive and bulkier than hand mixers, but they offer more convenience and stability during use.

— Stationary mixer (non-removable). A variation of the mixers described above, which cannot be separated from the stand and imply only stationary tabletop use.

— Immersion blender. This is a simpler version of the previously described blenders, which doesn't include a bowl. It's a handheld appliance with a blender leg-shaped nozzle that can be used with any container. However, it may not be very convenient for long-term use, unlike immersion blenders, which offer more versatili...ty in terms of container size. Also on sale there are immersible blenders without nozzles.

— Blender. Devices used mainly for chopping various products, mashing, crushing ice, etc. The blender consists of a base, which houses the motor and control electronics, and a bowl with a paddle knife located above it. The bowl is usually made removable; this makes it easy to drain (or unload) the resulting product, and also facilitates washing.

— Soup blender. This type of blender not only blends ingredients but also has cooking functions. It typically comes with a variety of preset programs to expand the range of dishes that can be prepared. However, the amount of food that can be produced is limited by the size of the bowl, which is usually around 1.7 liters.

— Chopper. Choppers are similar to blenders in terms of their function and usage (as mentioned earlier). The main difference lies in their design: the bowl is typically situated at the bottom of the device, and it can only be removed by taking apart the top block and axis with the blades. While choppers are less convenient compared to blenders, they are smaller, simpler, and more affordable.

— Chopper (manual, mechanical). A manual chopper doesn't require any electrical connection to function. It relies on manual labor to shred, chop, and mix ingredients within the bowl, utilizing knife blades for these processes.

— Vegetable cutter. These devices can be thought of as mechanized kitchen graters that are primarily intended for processing vegetables. They come with different attachments for grating, chopping, and slicing food, which is much more convenient than using traditional manual graters. Additionally, they are often safer to use, as they are designed to prevent fingers from coming into contact with the blades, unlike conventional graters where there is a risk of injury when working with small food pieces.

— Frother. Frothers are primarily used to create frothy foam, especially when making milkshakes or cappuccino. They can either be stationary, with a container attached to a base that houses a whipping nozzle, or portable, resembling immersion blenders (as described earlier) without a regular container.

— Frother (manual cappuccinatore). A manual frother is a device used for creating a high and fluffy crema, typically for milkshakes and milk-coffee drinks. It consists of a bowl and a special disc whisk designed for this purpose. Unlike electric frothers, manual frothers do not require a power source and are operated by hand.

— Mixer for cocktails. These are variations of the stand mixers discussed earlier, specifically designed for making milkshakes and similar cocktails. The primary function of these devices is to whip foam, usually from milk and dairy products. They typically feature a metal bowl that can safely accommodate crushed ice, and are designed with a high support leg and glass holder for stability.

— Portable blender. A small, low-power blender designed for making single servings of cocktails is available in a compact model. It comes equipped with a built-in battery pack, enabling it to be used in locations where a 220 V power supply is not available. Portable blenders are also equipped with USB or microUSB connectors, making them ideal for travel, hiking, or extended trips.

The volume of the main bowl supplied with the device.

For more information about the main bowl, see "Capacities". And the amount of product that can be loaded into the device at a time directly depends on its volume. On the other hand, a capacious bowl has the appropriate dimensions and cost, and also puts forward increased requirements for engine power. Therefore, you should choose according to this parameter, taking into account real needs. And also you should consider that for stand mixers with a bowl, in most cases, the volume means the total size, and not the useful one. The bowl must be filled less than 2/3 during cooking (here it is already individual and you need to look at the instructions for the product).

The rated power of the device, in fact, is the power of the engine installed in it.

The higher this indicator, the more performant this model is, the more suitable for “heavy” work and the more applications can be provided in the design. For example, in the case of mixers (see “Appliance type”), a power of up to 250 W is considered good for liquid products; for more solid tasks, like kneading tough dough, you should pay attention to more powerful models. Detailed recommendations on optimal power can be found in special sources.

Note that powerful devices are usually equipped with more durable nozzles that can withstand high loads.

The number of speeds of rotation of the nozzles provided in the mixer / blender.

The presence of several speeds allows you to adjust the operating mode of the device to a particular situation. For example, a liquid omelet can be whipped at high speed, but it is better to choose a slower mode for kneading dough. The more speeds provided in the device, the more versatile it is, the more accurately it can be configured for a specific task. In simple household models, from 3 to 6 settings are usually provided, in the most advanced devices their number can reach two dozen.

A control that allows you to smoothly change the speed of rotation of the mixer nozzles - for more precise adjustment of the speed and setting the optimal mode for different products. With step speed control, a situation may arise when a higher speed value is already too high, and a lower speed is not yet enough. Stepless control avoids such situations.

Turbo mode allows you to significantly increase the speed of rotation of the mixer nozzles for a short time. In this way, unevenness in the whipped product can be quickly and efficiently eliminated, which is especially valuable at the end of whipping. However, note that the turbo mode can only be turned on for a short time, otherwise there is a risk of overheating of the motor.

In pulse mode, the mixer motor does not work constantly, but with short pauses. This allows you to increase efficiency and avoid unnecessary load on the motor when processing particularly solid foods, such as frozen fruits or ice.

Some models of stand mixers have the bowl that can rotate using a special power. This provides more uniform mixing and speeds up the process.

Types of capacities that the device was originally equipped with.

In addition to the main bowl, the package may include a bowl for chopping, a coffee grinder, a measuring cup and a travel shaker bowl. All of them are described in detail in this list, with the exception of the shaker — see a separate paragraph below about it.

— Main bowl. The main capacity of an appliance is called the general purpose bowl, and its design varies depending on the type of device. It can be a deep bowl for stand mixers, a jug with knives at the bottom for countertop blenders, or a chopper jar with removable knives for hand blenders and choppers. However, not all appliances come with a main bowl, and in some cases, users are expected to choose their own container.

— Bowl for chopping. Capacity with removable knives is an essential component for chopping products. This container is typically referred to as a grinding bowl, and when it's included in a grinder's delivery set, it's considered the main bowl. However, some devices have a grinding bowl as the main bowl, and knives are a necessary part of its structure.

— Grinder (for coffee). The coffee grinder container is specifically designed for grinding coffee, nuts, spices, sugar, and other products. It usually contains knives similar to th...ose in blenders, but is distinguishable from the main blender container due to its much smaller volume.

— Measuring cup. The measuring capacity is a transparent glass with a scale that enables the user to measure specific volumes of liquid and bulk products. The accuracy of the scale may vary, but for regular use, it's typically sufficient.