How to Choose a Hand Blender: Power, Attachments and Cordless Models

A hand blender is one of the most useful tools in the kitchen. You put it straight into the pot or cup and blend soup, sauce, smoothie or baby food in seconds — no need to pour anything into a jug. With the right attachments it can also chop and whisk. This guide explains what to look for so you can choose the right hand blender.

1. Why choose a hand blender?

A hand blender is small, light and easy to clean. It blends directly in the pot, so you wash fewer dishes, and it takes very little space in a drawer or cupboard.

• Best for: lentil soup, tomato sauce, smoothies, milkshakes and baby food.
• Keep in mind: for big jugs of juice or crushing a lot of ice, a full-size blender is better.

2. How much power do you need?

• 150W–500W: enough for soups, sauces, smoothies and baby food.
• 600W: more power for thicker mixtures and regular chopping.
• 1200W: the strongest choice for big families, thick soups and heavy daily use.

3. Attachments that do more

• Stainless steel blending rod: detachable for easy cleaning; an ice-crushing blade adds more options.
• Chopper: for onions, garlic, herbs and nuts.
• Whisk or double beater: for eggs, cream and light batters.
• Measuring cup: blend smoothies and sauces with no mess.

4. Corded or cordless?

A corded hand blender gives steady power for as long as you need it. A cordless hand blender runs on a rechargeable battery, so you can use it anywhere in the kitchen with no cable in the way.

Quick comparison

Which MODEX hand blender fits you?

• Everyday use: the MODEX HB705 has 500W, 2 speeds, a detachable stainless steel rod with an ice-crushing blade, a balloon whisk and a 500ml measuring cup.
• Blend, chop and whisk: the HB840 set gives 600W, 2 speeds with a multi-speed selector, a 0.8L chopper, a balloon whisk and a 700ml measuring cup, with a silent motor.
• Maximum power: the HB905 set has 1200W, multi-speed design, a 1250ml chopper, a double beater and an 800ml measuring cup.
• No cable: the HB777 cordless hand blender has a 7.4V motor with up to 150W, 2 speeds, an ice-crushing blade, a 500ml cup with lid and a USB Type-C charging base; it charges in about 2 hours.

See all models in our hand blenders collection.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use a hand blender in a hot pot?

Yes, that is what it is made for. Take the pot off the heat, put the blender in before you switch it on, and keep the blade under the surface to avoid splashes.

Can a hand blender crush ice?

MODEX hand blenders have an ice-crushing stainless steel blade, which is good for smoothies and cold drinks. For large amounts of ice, a full-size blender is better.

Is a cordless hand blender powerful enough?

For smoothies, soups, sauces and baby food, yes. For heavy chopping and thick mixtures every day, a corded 600W or 1200W set is stronger.

What is the chopper attachment for?

It turns your hand blender into a small chopper for onions, garlic, herbs and nuts. The HB840 and HB905 sets include one.

Every MODEX hand blender comes with a 3-year warranty. Order online and pay on delivery. We deliver to all Iraqi provinces for a delivery fee of 5,000 IQD.