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KitchenAid Cordless vs Breville BSB510XL Control Grip Side-by-Side Comparison

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KitchenAid Cordless vs Breville BSB510XL Control Grip: A Choice of Type

Overall Verdict

The Breville BSB510XL Control Grip is an undeniably compelling package. Apart from the modern, upscale design, this blender also impressed us with itsusability and durability. That said, its performance lacks efficiency overall. In our test, although it had the edge when it came to the beating task thanks to the extra whisk attachment, it was somehow not as good as the competition in processing frozen fruits, pureed soup, and mayonnaise. 

One of our favorites, the KitchenAid KHBBV53 is currently at the very top of our cordless blender rankings. Its combination of excellent mobility and consistent efficiency is more than enough to see off the Breville BSB510XL. While it doesn’t come with extra attachments, it manages to offer about as much utility as is possible for a typical hand-held blender.

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Pros & Cons

  • It can quick-charge in only 20 minutes
  • A beaker is included for greater convenience 
  • Ergonomically-designed handle provides secure grip
  • Simple battery charging 
  • The included pan guard will prevent damage to non-stick cookware.
  • It performs with consistent efficiency.
  • It comes with extra accessories.
  • There are many innovative features like ergonomic pistol-like control grip with trigger operation.
  • Non-scratch base helps prevent scratching pots.
  • The whisk attachment brings more versatility.
  • Its performance is often inconsistent
  • Not as efficient as other similar blenders
  • The heavy blending performance is limited 
  • The blade housing base is relatively large, making it hard to fit well in certain blending containers.

Key Specs

Dimensions
H17 x W2.6 inches
H16.5 x W2.9 inches
Weight
2.0 lbs (0.9 kg)
2.2 lbs (1.0 kg)
Number of speeds
Variable
15
Pulse/Turbo option
No
No
Min speed
9,240 RPM
6,014 RPM
Max speed
11,650 RPM
13,224 RPM

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$89.66
$113.48

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
7.9
6.5

Hot Soup Purée

8.5
6.5
Scooping a spoon of pureéd soup prepared by the KitchenAid battery-powered immersion blender from the full batch in the plastic beaker.
Scooping a spoon of pureéd soup prepared by the KitchenAid battery-powered immersion blender from the full batch in the plastic beaker.
A batch of soup pureéd by the KitchenAid cordless various speed hand blender is checked for smoothness by being drained through a stainless steel mesh strainer.
KitchenAid KHBBV53 Hot Soup
Scooping a spoon of pureéd soup from its full batch in a plastic beaker made by the Breville immersion blender.
Scooping a spoon of pureéd soup from its full batch in a plastic beaker made by the Breville immersion blender.
A batch of soup pureéd by the Breville Control Grip immersion blender is checked for smoothness by being drained through a stainless steel mesh strainer.
Breville BSB510XL Control Grip Hot Soup Purée Test
Pureeing Time
30 seconds
30 secs
Result
Smooth
Smooth
Suction
Slightly
Slight

Frozen Fruit Smoothie

9.0
5.8
A plastic beaker containing a batch of green smoothie whose parts are scooped with a spoon is standing between a timer displaying the total blending time (1 minute) and the KitcheAid’s motor body.
A plastic beaker containing a batch of green smoothie whose parts are scooped with a spoon is standing between a timer displaying the total blending time (1 minute) and the KitcheAid’s motor body.
After finishing blending, the green smoothie was spread evenly throughout a white paper to check for solid chunks.
The KitchenAid Cordless KHBBV53 Smoothie
Breville BSB510XL Control Grip Immersion Blender Smoothie Test
A plastic beaker containing a batch of green smoothie whose parts are scooped with a stainless steel spoon is between the Breville’s motor body and a smartphone displaying the total blending time (2 minutes and 21 seconds).
After finishing blending, the green smoothie made by the Breville BSB510XL blender was spread evenly throughout a white paper to check for solid chunks.
Blending Time
1 min
2 mins 21 secs
Result
Smooth
Smooth
Suction
Yes
Slightly

Mayonnaise

6.5
4.8
The KitchenAid KHBBV53 Mayonnaise
Scooping a spoon of mayonnaise emulsified by the KitchenAid immersion blender from a white bowl to check its creaminess.
Scooping a spoon of mayonnaise from its full batch made by the Breville blender and contained in a plastic beaker that stands between the Breville’s motor and a smartphone displaying the total mixing time ( 2 minutes and 39 seconds).
Scooping a spoon of mayonnaise from its full batch made by the Breville blender and contained in a plastic beaker that stands between the Breville’s motor and a smartphone displaying the total mixing time ( 2 minutes and 39 seconds).
Breville BSB510XL Control Grip Whipped Egg-Whites 1
Breville BSB510XL Control Grip Immersion Blender Mayonnaise Test
Emulsifying Time
1 mins 54 secs
2 mins 40 secs
Result
Quite thin
Quite Thin
Suction
No
No

Almond Milk

8.3
8.5
A white plate of almond pulp produced by the Breville stick blender being between the Breville’s motor body and a smartphone displaying the total grinding time (55 seconds).
A white plate of almond pulp produced by the Breville stick blender being between the Breville’s motor body and a smartphone displaying the total grinding time (55 seconds).
Breville BSB510XL Control Grip Immersion Blender Almond Milk Test
Grinding Time
50 secs
56 secs
Result
Coarse
Smooth
Suction
No
Tightly

Whipped Egg-Whites

0.0
10
Putting the 24-oz plastic beaker containing testing beaten egg-white upside down on the table.
The plastic beaker containing testing beaten egg-white of the Breville immersion blender is put upside down on the white table with its motor body and a smartphone displaying the total whipping time (1 minute and 21 seconds) by its sides.
The plastic beaker containing testing beaten egg-white of the Breville immersion blender is put upside down on the white table with its motor body and a smartphone displaying the total whipping time (1 minute and 21 seconds) by its sides.
Looking at the beaten egg-white of the Breville Stick Blender contained inside a plastic beaker.
Breville BSB510XL Control Grip Immersion Blender Whipped Egg-Whites Test
Beating Time
N/A
1 min 21 sec
Result
N/A
Stiff
Suction
N/A
No

Design

Overall Design Scoring
8.4
8.7

In the Box

The paper carton box, immersion blending wand, motor body, plastic beaker with lid, pan guard, charger, and owner’s manual of the KitchenAid battery blender being side by side.
A paper carton box, plastic beaker with lid, whisk attachment, blending wand with its motor body attached, chopper bowl with lid and stainless steel chopping blades, and user’s manuals of the Breville BSB510XL  lying side by side on a white table.

Dimensions

The KitchenAid cordless hand blender standing on top of its blending shaft on a gray table, with the length of the blending shaft being noted to the side as 8 inches, and the total length of the unit as 17 inches.
The Breville immersion blender standing on top of its blending shaft on a gray table, with the length of the blending shaft being noted to the side as 9.3 inches, and the total length of the unit as 16.5 inches.
Height
17.0" (43.2 cm)
16.5" (41.9 cm)
Width
2.6" (6.6 cm)
2.9" (7.4 cm)
Weight
2.0 lbs (0.9 kg)
2.2 lbs (1.0 kg)
Length
Shaft Length
8.0" (20.3 cm)
9.3" (23.6 cm)

Build Quality

8.5
9.0
The blending wand and motor body of the KitchenAid cordless immersion blender lying flat on a gray table.
The blending wand and motor body of the KitchenAid cordless immersion blender lying flat on a gray table.
A black spot in the blade housing of the KitchenAid cordless stick blender being scaled up for clearer viewing.
The whisk attachment, motor body, and blending shaft of the Breville BSB510XL lying on a white table.

Speed and Controls

A close-up of the palm switch on the top back of the KitchenAid’s motor body.
A close-up of the palm switch on the top back of the KitchenAid’s motor body.
A close-up of the speed controller on the front of the KitchenAid’s motor body.
A close-up of the Power button in the front interface and a speed dial on the top of the Breville’s motor body.
A close-up of the Power button in the front interface and a speed dial on the top of the Breville’s motor body.
A close-up of the Breville’s motor body, with a speed dial on its top and the power button in its front.
Activation
Press
Press-button & speed dial
Min Speed
9,240 RPM
6.014 RPM
Max Speed
11,650 RPM
13.224 RPM
Presets
No
No
Noise Level
70 dB
76 dB
Digital Display
Yes
No
Pulse Mode
No
No

Blending Shaft

7.8
7.5
A close-up of the KitchenAid’s blending assembly sporting 2 sharp prongs with a pan guard attached.
A close-up of the blade assembly featuring two stainless steel prongs of the Breville BSB510XL hand blender.
A close-up of the blade assembly featuring two stainless steel prongs of the Breville BSB510XL hand blender.
The Stainless Steel Blending Shaft of the Breville BSB510XL Control Grip Immersion Blender
Material
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
Type
Sharp Blade
Sharp blade
Guard Material
Stainless steel (With plastic pan guard)
Plastic
Blade Count
2
2
Removable
No
No
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Yes

Beaker

10
10
An included 700 ml plastic beaker of the KitchenAid cordless immersion blender standing on a gray table.
The Breville’s 1250 ml plastic beaker standing on a white table with its lid attached.
Material
Plastic
Plastic
Capacity
24.0 fl oz (709.8 ml)
40.0 fl oz (1.2 L)
Measurements
Yes
Yes
Weight
3.7 oz (105 g)
14.0 oz (397 g)
Height
6.5" (16.5 cm)
7.0" (17.8 cm)
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Yes
Tamper Included
No
No

Extra Accessories

The Breville BSB510XL Whisk Attachment lying on a white table.
Material
N/A
Stainless steel
Dishwasher Safe
N/A
Yes
Removable
N/A
Yes

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
7.8
7.8

Ease of Use

7.9
7.7

Handling

7.5
8.5
Someone holding the KitchenAid KHBBV53 Handle and pressing the speed controller at the same time.
Someone is holding the Breville’s immersion handle and at the same time pressing its power button, with one hand.

Blade Assembly

7.5
7.5

Cleanability

8.0
7.5