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LINKChef Hand Blender 800W vs Elite Gourmet Immersion Blender Side-by-Side Comparison
Overall Verdict
If it’s a frozen fruit smoothie you are after, neither of the blenders is for you. By a long shot, the both failed dismally at this task and without a whisk, the Elite Gourmet will not get your egg whites done either. The LINKChef, however, is an excellent blender choice for mayonnaise and egg whites, while hot soup purees and almond milk were a little coarse in their texture, but acceptable enough. The only advantage the Elite Gourmet has is its superior ability with hot soup purees, which was hardly enough to edge out the LINKChef as the superior blender here.
The Elite Gourmet is a single blender stick with no accessories. Still, its quality is very questionable with low grade plastic parts for the most and subpar finishing. The LINKChef, on the other hand, is a 5-part blending set with a build quality to match the price. It does have noticeable vibrational force which also creates strong suction. The Elite Gourmet had neither of these but the weak vortex led to continually stopping and starting, which was tiring.
Pros & Cons
- Sufficient motor power suitable for basic tasks
- Extensive selection of speed options
- Solid, mid-level construction quality
- Array of adaptable accessories
- Budget-friendly price
- Simple, straightforward design
- Emulsifying capability
- Susceptibility to scratches
- Overwhelming suction strength
- Subpar build quality
- Insufficient motor power
- Inadequate splatter control
- Limited grip comfort
Key Specs
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Analysis and Test Results
Performance
Hot Soup Purée
Frozen Fruit Smoothie
Mayonnaise
Almond Milk
Whipped Egg-Whites
Design
In the Box
Dimensions
Build Quality
Speed and Controls
Blending Shaft
Beaker
Power Cord
Extra Accessories
Usability
Ease of Use
Handling
