Braun MR 5550 MCA-V Multiquick Fresh Syst

Advantages: Powerful, very quick and simple to clean.
Disadvantages: An obsession with using it for every meal and snack!

...after much deliberation on a Braun Multiquick Miniprimer Professional MR 5500. Sounds extravagant doesn't it?! ~~~A 6 in 1 kitchen toy!~~~ The basic power part is a hand held "blender shaft" as it's described in the instruction manual - is it just me that finds this mildly amusing? As far as speed settings go you're spoilt for choice with 1 to 12 plus a turbo switch (ladies are you still with me?). Speeds 1 to tubo are generally used for handblending ...
...decide between this and the Braun Multiquick Fresh system. Glad I chose this as the ice crusher and large blender jug aren't included in the other package and after all an air tight container is an air tight container. Other than the smoothie probe, all blades are within a container so it's safe to wield the blender-shaft and attachment about a bit. The lid parts operate blades by a cog system that's completely safe to touch. The removable blades ... Read review

Advantages: Powerful, easy to use and easy to keep clean
Disadvantages: Not cordless

...the end I chose the Braun MR5550 Multiquick Professional. I liked the fact that this item had a more powerful motor than the competitors and that you got a few attachments and extras with it. WHAT YOU GET FOR YOUR CASH The MR 5550 comprises a 500 watt motorised turbo hand blender. The basic unit plugs into the wall and can be attached to one of three different accessories according to what you want to use it for. The first thing you notice about ...
...power, this device needs to be quite hefty. As such, this is not a particularly suitable gadget for the elderly, or anybody suffering from arthritic type conditions – I’m sure these people would find the motor cumbersome and heavy to use for any protracted period of time. The three attachments are as follows:  A blender shaft. This looks like an enormous metal claw, with a long steel shaft and a narrow cutting blade, which spins ... Read review

Advantages: useful attachments, easy to clean, quick
Disadvantages: instructions, wall mount,

I received my Braun MR 550 Hand mixer as a present when I had my son. I wanted to be able to give him fresh foods when he was weaning so this seemed a perfect gift for me! There are a few varieties of the MR 550. For example, MR 550 M, MR550 HC, MR 550 CA. Each model is more powerful than the last. My particular model is MR 550 HC. Because of the number of models, Braun seemed to become lazy in the instructions department, making a universal instruction ...
...are clear enough, they are accompanied by a number of dots and dashes to determine the action of each method, depending on which model you have! With me so far?! There are very little written directions, but I suppose, what is said is useful! The MR 550 HC comes with a blender, a gear attachment for the whisk and stirrer, a metal balloon whisk and blender, a one liter measuring beaker with an air tight lid and a chopper. The device also comes with ... Read review

Advantages: clean and easy to use
Disadvantages: i cant find anything its so simple

...gadget for my kitchen the BRAUN MR5550 MULTIQUICK HAND BLENDER from argos for £44.50 its so simple to use with 600watt power for fast results. 12 speed settings with turbo and easy to handle thanks to its soft grip. it comes with a metal whisk,large chopper which is good for herbs and dressings also a 600 ml beaker with lid. the blender shaft is stainless steel for use in hot soups and sauces and is designed so it is anti splash so when lifted ...
...also detatchable making it very easy to clean with out worrying about the electrics or plug making it safer aswell.(also dishwasher safe) this baby chops,whisks and blends and is probably the best utensil ive bought in a while i love the way i can make my own garlic oil without the smelly hands and also it makes my favourite marinade easier and faster to make why not try this recipe you love it. 1 small handful of fresh basil and corriander 1 ... Read review

Advantages: Large containers for blitzing, powerful, variable speeds, pulsing
Disadvantages: Quite expensive - around £60

This Braun blender/chopper is fantastic. I have now thrown away my bulky full size processor. It comes with a 1 litre+ jug so I no longer need to process baby food a bit at a time. The jug also has an attachment to crush ice cubes - great for cocktails. There is also a smaller container which is tall & slim to prevent splashback. The small chopper bowl is great for herbs/garlic. I have now stopped using my garlic press as the chopper is easier to ...
...The metal end of the handblender is stronger then the plastic versions and its design prevents splashing. All in all this collection of Braun goodies provided me with a flexible tool that is easy to store and easy to use. I use it every day and thoroughly recommend it. ... Read review