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KitchenAid Cordless vs. Chefman Cordless Side-by-Side Comparison

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KitchenAid Cordless

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Chefman Cordless

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KitchenAid Cordless vs. Chefman Cordless: A Dead Heat

Overall Verdict

Both share roughly the same performance and capability, with their efficiency in preparing frozen fruit smoothies being better than most mid-range immersion blenders. And they’re also capable of emulsifying mayonnaise. When it comes to beating eggs, neither cut the mustard, but this is a shortcoming of any blending shaft; in our hands-on testing, only with the whisk attachment could we create stiff peaks.

The two designs are quite similar, too. They both pack a catchy look and a simple working system. The precise indicator for battery status is a huge plus as well. Though, we prefer the colored LED ring of the Chefman Cordless to the light on the KitchenAid’s top.

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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.
  • The lock function helps prevent accidental operation, reducing the likelihood of personal injury. 
  • It feels like a fancy blender.
  • Multiple speed options allow for a wide range of tasks. 
  • It is capable of pulverizing frozen fruit and making mayonnaise.
  • Colored LED ring indicates the battery’s status accurately.
  • All the buttons are easy to control.
  • An included cookware guard keeps pots and pans scratch-free.
  • Its performance is often inconsistent
  • Not as efficient as other similar blenders
  • It is unable to whip eggs due to the lack of a whisk attachment

Key Specs

Dimensions
H17 x W2.6 inches
H16.4 x W2.3 inches
Weight
2.0 lbs (0.9 kg)
1.4 lbs
Number of speeds
Variable
N/A
Pulse/Turbo option
No
No
Min speed
9,240 RPM
10,500 RPM
Max speed
11,650 RPM
14,333 RPM

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$89.66
$55.97
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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
7.9
7.7

Hot Soup Purée

8.5
7.0
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
The Chefman Cordless Immersion Blender Hot Soup Purée Test
Scooping a spoon of pureéd soup from its full batch in a plastic beaker made by the Chefman battery-powered immersion blender.
A batch of soup pureéd by the Chefman cordless blender is checked for smoothness by being drained through a stainless steel mesh strainer.
Pureeing Time
30 seconds
30 seconds
Result
Smooth
Smooth
Suction
Slightly
 Slightly

Frozen Fruit Smoothie

9.0
9.0
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
A plastic beaker containing a batch of green smoothie whose parts are scooped with a stainless steel spoon is between the Chefman’s motor body and a smartphone displaying the total blending time (1 minute and 10 seconds).
A plastic beaker containing a batch of green smoothie whose parts are scooped with a stainless steel spoon is between the Chefman’s motor body and a smartphone displaying the total blending time (1 minute and 10 seconds).
The Chefman Cordless Immersion Blender Smoothie Test
After finishing blending, the green smoothie made by the Chefman cordless immersion blender was spread evenly throughout a white paper to check for solid chunks.
Blending Time
1 min
1 min 10 secs
Result
Smooth
Smooth
Suction
Yes
No

Mayonnaise

6.5
8.8
The KitchenAid KHBBV53 Mayonnaise
Scooping a spoon of mayonnaise emulsified by the KitchenAid immersion blender from a white bowl to check its creaminess.
The Chefman Cordless Immersion Blender Mayonnaise Test
Scooping a spoon of mayonnaise from its full batch made by the Chefman cordless stick blender and contained in a plastic beaker that stands between the Chefman’s motor and a smartphone displaying the total mixing time (1 minute and 30 seconds).
Scooping a spoon of mayonnaise from its full batch in a plastic beaker made by the Chefman cordless hand blender.
Emulsifying Time
1 mins 54 secs
1 min 30 secs
Result
Quite thin
Smooth
Suction
No
No

Almond Milk

8.3
8.5
The Chefman Cordless Immersion Blender Almond Milk Test
A white plate of almond pulp produced by the Chefman battery-powered stick blender being between the Chefman’s motor body and a smartphone displaying the total grinding time (55 seconds).
Grinding Time
50 secs
1 min 10 secs
Result
Coarse
Very Fine
Suction
No
Yes

Whipped Egg-Whites

0.0
0.0
Putting the 24-oz plastic beaker containing testing beaten egg-white upside down on the table.
The Chefman Cordless Immersion Blender Whipped Egg-Whites Test
Someone is holding a plastic beaker which contains a batch of failed beaten egg-white of the Chefman immersion blender and is between the Chefman’s motor body and a smartphone displaying the total whipping time (2 minutes 2 seconds).
Beating Time
N/A
N/A
Result
N/A
N/A
Suction
N/A
N/A

Design

Overall Design Scoring
8.4
7.4

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.
An owner manual, USB cord, charger adapter, immersion blending wand with its motor body attached, blade edge guard, blade guard, and paper cartoon box of The Chefman cordless hand blender being 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 Chefman cordless 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 8.2 inches, and the total length of the unit as 16.4 inches.
Height
17.0" (43.2 cm)
16.4" (41.7 cm)
Width
2.6" (6.6 cm)
2.3" (5.8 cm)
Weight
2.0 lbs (0.9 kg)
1.4 lbs (0.6 kg)
Length
Shaft Length
8.0" (20.3 cm)
8.2" (20.8 cm)

Build Quality

8.5
8.0
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 Chefman’s blending shaft and motor body 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 variable speed control button on the front interface of the Chefman cordless stick blender.
A close-up of the variable speed control button on the front interface of the Chefman cordless stick blender.
A close-up of the safety lock button and the USB port on the rear of the Chefman cordless hand blender.
A close-up of Chefman’s handle which features the safety lock button and USB port on the rear and the power button on the front.
A close-up of the LED charge indicator ring and the variable speed control button of the Chefman cordless blender.
Activation
Press
Press
Min Speed
9,240 RPM
10,500 RPM
Max Speed
11,650 RPM
14,333 RPM
Presets
No
No
Noise Level
70 dB
72 dB
Digital Display
Yes
No
Pulse Mode
No
No

Blending Shaft

7.8
7.0
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 sharp prongs of the Chefman battery-powered blender.
A close-up of the blade assembly featuring two sharp prongs of the Chefman battery-powered blender.
The immersion blending shaft with its blade guard attached of the Chefman cordless blender lying flat on a white table.
A close-up of the Chefman’s blending shaft with its blade guard attached.
Material
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
Type
Sharp Blade
Sharp blade
Guard Material
Stainless steel (With plastic pan guard)
Stainless steel
Blade Count
2
2
Removable
No
No
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Yes

Beaker

10
0.0
An included 700 ml plastic beaker of the KitchenAid cordless immersion blender standing on a gray table.
Material
Plastic
N/A
Capacity
24.0 fl oz (709.8 ml)
NaN fl oz (NaN ml)
Measurements
Yes
N/A
Weight
3.7 oz (105 g)
NaN oz (NaN g)
Height
6.5" (16.5 cm)
NaN" (NaN cm)
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
N/A
Tamper Included
No
N/A

Battery

10
10
A close-up of the charging port and charger adapter pin of the KitchenAid stick blender.
A close-up of the charging port and charger adapter pin of the KitchenAid stick blender.
The KitchenAid cordless immersion blender lying flat on a gray table with the 6 ft. charger rolled next to it.
Someone holding the KitchenAid’s handle and pressing its power button so the battery status indicator on top is lighting.
The Chefman Cordless Immersion Blender on a white table with its charger adapter and USB cord rolled up next to it.
The Chefman Cordless Immersion Blender on a white table with its charger adapter and USB cord rolled up next to it.
A close-up of the Chefman’s charger adapter and USB cord.
Status Indicator
Yes
Yes
Full Charging Time
2 hours
2 hours
Quick Charging Time
20 minutes
N/A
Charger Adapter
2-prong Plug, 100-240 V input
2-prong plug, 100-240 V input
Charger Adapter Pin
round, 3.5 mm, 14 V output - 0.8A
USB-C, 5.0 V output - 2.0A
Capacity
NaN fl oz (NaN ml)
NaN fl oz (NaN ml)
Charger Length
6 ft
3.6 ft.

Extra Accessories

Material
N/A
N/A
Dishwasher Safe
N/A
N/A
Removable
N/A
N/A

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
7.8
8.8

Ease of Use

7.9
8.8

Handling

7.5
9.0
Someone holding the KitchenAid KHBBV53 Handle and pressing the speed controller at the same time.
Someone is holding the Chefman’s immersion handle and at the same time pressing its variable speed control button, with one hand.

Blade Assembly

7.5
9.5

Cleanability

8.0
8.0