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The MultiQuick 9 sits at the top of Braun's stick blender range and it's the most powerful pick in this guide, now available from Amazon Australia's own stock rather than an overseas warehouse. A 1200W motor drives Braun's Active PowerDrive technology, which is built for finer, faster blending, and the iMode system lets you tap between pulse, low and high speed with a single button. Advanced SmartSpeed layers on top of that: the harder you squeeze the extra-large control button, the more power you get, so you can ease into a pot of soup and then wind up for a silky finish. SplashControl keeps the foot from spraying your benchtop, and the EasyClick System Plus swaps between the blending shaft, chopper, whisk, masher and vegetable masher while you cook, so it genuinely covers blending, chopping, whisking, mashing and puréeing in one tool. It rates 4.5 stars from 116 Amazon AU reviews and comes in black and stainless steel. The only real catch is that it's the most expensive pick here, but for a household that will use every attachment it earns its premium tier.
Performance
9.5
Ease of Use
8.6
Build Quality
9.3
Versatility
9.3
Value
7.2
Tick marks show the category average
Pros
+ 1200W motor with Active PowerDrive for finer, faster blending
+ SmartSpeed squeeze control plus iMode pulse, low and high settings
+ Chopper, whisk, masher and vegetable masher included via EasyClick Plus
+ Ships from Amazon AU with a 4.5-star rating from 116 reviews
Cons
− The most expensive pick in this guide
− Bulkier set to store than a simple stick and beaker
1200WActive PowerDriveSmartSpeedChopper & WhiskShips From AU
KitchenAid's compact corded stick with variable speed control, a 700ml lidded blender jar and a pan guard to protect your cookware, in black matte from Amazon AU.
The KitchenAid KHBV53 Classic is the premium pick for buyers who care as much about how a stick blender looks and feels as what comes in the box. It's a compact corded design with lightweight construction, so it's comfortable to hold over a pot, and a variable speed control lets you start slowly to avoid splashing and build up to a smooth purée. The stainless-steel blade is paired with a pan guard that protects the base of your cookware while you blend, a thoughtful touch if you have non-stick or enamelled pots you'd rather not scratch. A 700ml blender jar with lid comes in the box for smoothies and small batches, and the 153cm cable gives you plenty of reach from the power point to the stove. This black matte version rates 4.4 stars from 24 Amazon AU reviews, and it ships from Amazon Australia's own stock. It doesn't bundle a chopper or whisk and the listing doesn't state the motor wattage, so on features alone the Braun sets offer more, but as a well-built, good-looking stick from a brand people trust, it's a worthy premium choice.
Performance
8.4
Ease of Use
8.7
Build Quality
8.9
Versatility
7.3
Value
7.4
Tick marks show the category average
Pros
+ Compact, lightweight corded body with variable speed control
+ Pan guard protects non-stick and enamelled cookware while you blend
+ 700ml blender jar with lid and a long 153cm cable
+ Ships from Amazon AU with a 4.4-star rating
Cons
− No chopper or whisk in the box at a premium price
− Motor wattage isn't stated in the listing
− Only 24 reviews so far
Variable Speed700ml JarPan Guard153cm CableShips From AU
The Braun MultiQuick 5 Vario is the stick blender we'd point most Australian households towards, and it takes our top spot on the strength of its all-round package. A compact 1000W motor gives it plenty of grunt for soups, smoothies and thicker batters, while a variable one-hand speed wheel with 21 settings lets you start gently and wind up to a fine purée without hunting for buttons. Braun's bell-shaped shaft with six feet is the real party trick: it draws ingredients into the blades and reduces suction, so the foot doesn't lock onto the bottom of the pot and your splashback stays clean. The EasyClick system swaps between the included chopper, whisk, masher and 600ml BPA-free beaker in one click, and the detachable parts go in the dishwasher. With a 4.5-star rating from 445 Amazon AU reviews and local stock that ships fast, it's the sensible mid-range buy that does nearly everything the premium models do.
Performance
9.1
Ease of Use
9
Build Quality
8.9
Versatility
9.2
Value
9.1
Tick marks show the category average
Pros
+ 1000W motor with a 21-speed one-hand wheel for precise control
+ Bell-shaped anti-suction foot blends evenly with minimal splashing
+ Chopper, whisk, masher and 600ml beaker all included
+ Ships from Amazon AU with a 4.5-star rating from 445 reviews
Cons
− Bulkier to store than a simple single-speed stick
− Some buyers won't use every attachment in the set
1000W21 SpeedsAnti-Splash FootChopper & WhiskShips From AU
NutriBullet built its name on personal smoothie blenders, and its Immersion Blender Deluxe set brings the same no-nonsense approach to the stick format. An 800W motor body with variable speed control gives you enough power to move from a gentle soup purée to a thick smoothie without bogging down, and the dark grey styling looks a touch smarter than the usual white plastic. The Deluxe set is where the value lies: alongside the blending arm you get a whisk, a 600ml chopping bowl with its own blade and a generous 900ml measuring cup with lid, which covers most everyday prep from chopping onions to whipping cream. It rates 4.5 stars from 461 Amazon AU reviews, and because it ships from Amazon Australia you're not waiting on an overseas parcel. It doesn't have the 21-speed precision or the bell-shaped foot of our top pick, but as a locally stocked, well-equipped set in the value tier it's very hard to fault.
Performance
8.8
Ease of Use
8.8
Build Quality
8.6
Versatility
8.8
Value
9
Tick marks show the category average
Pros
+ 800W motor with variable speed control
+ Whisk, 600ml chopping bowl and 900ml cup included
+ Solid 4.5-star rating from 461 Amazon AU reviews
+ Ships from Amazon AU for fast local delivery
Cons
− Fewer speed steps than the 21-speed Braun MultiQuick 5
− No milk frother or masher attachment in the set
800WVariable SpeedChopping Bowl900ml CupShips From AU
The Bosch CleverMixx is the pick for anyone who wants a well-made stick from a trusted brand without paying for attachments they'll never use. Its 600W motor delivers consistent blending at the touch of a button, and the stainless-steel mixing wand detaches for quick cleaning. Bosch's extra-sharp QuattroBlade is built for fine blending, and its anti-suction design stops the foot clamping to the bottom of the pot and sending soup up the walls. The body is ergonomic and light, so it's comfortable to use over a stove for a few minutes at a time, and a mixing and measuring beaker comes in the box. It rates 4.6 stars across 2,678 reviews, the best rating of any big-brand blender in this guide, and it lands in the value tier on price. The trade-offs are that it's a stick-and-beaker only package with no chopper or whisk, and it's sold by Amazon UK, so allow extra time for delivery and check the plug and warranty terms before you buy.
Performance
8.4
Ease of Use
9
Build Quality
8.7
Versatility
7.4
Value
8.6
Tick marks show the category average
Pros
+ Highest big-brand rating here at 4.6 stars from 2,678 reviews
+ QuattroBlade with anti-suction technology for splash-free blending
+ Lightweight, ergonomic body with a detachable stainless-steel wand
+ Measuring beaker included
Cons
− No chopper or whisk attachments in the box
− Ships from Amazon UK, so delivery takes longer and plug or warranty terms may differ
MEGAWISE isn't a household name in Australia, but with 2,308 Amazon AU reviews at 4.4 stars its 5-in-1 stick blender is one of the most-reviewed picks in this guide, and for a budget set it packs in a remarkable amount. Twelve variable speeds plus a turbo setting let you dial in anything from a gentle stir to a full blitz, and the maker rates the DC motor at 400W with a 1000W peak, which is ample for soups, baby food, batters and small batches of smoothies. The box includes a 500ml chopping bowl, an egg whisk, a milk frother and a 600ml beaker, so it covers more prep jobs than sets costing considerably more. The blending parts are 304 stainless steel, the container and chopper are BPA-free, and a blade guard on the four-edged cutting head keeps splashing down. It's a generic brand and the finish won't match a Braun or Bosch, but as a locally stocked, feature-packed budget buy it's our top value-for-money pick.
Performance
8.3
Ease of Use
8.6
Build Quality
8
Versatility
9
Value
9.3
Tick marks show the category average
Pros
+ Rated 4.4 stars by 2,308 buyers, one of the deepest feedback pools here
+ 12 speeds plus turbo for fine control
+ Chopper, whisk, milk frother and beaker in the box
+ Ships from Amazon AU at a budget price
Cons
− Motor is rated at 400W despite the 1000W peak claim
− Lesser-known brand without the finish of European rivals
A 600W Kenwood with three angled stainless-steel blades, a turbo setting and a beaker and chopper in the box, shipped from Amazon AU at a budget price.
Kenwood's Triblade is the budget pick we'd steer most people towards if they want a recognisable brand from local stock without spending value-tier money. The name comes from its three angled stainless-steel blades, which are arranged to blend at different levels in the pot so ingredients get chopped evenly rather than swirling around the blade. A 600W motor keeps the speed consistent whatever you're working through, and alongside the single hold-down speed there's a turbo setting for tougher ingredients. Kenwood has also thought about mess: the shape of the foot and the internal ribs disrupt the flow of food and push it back onto the blades, so there's far less splash up the side of the pot. The start set includes a 600ml high-sided calibrated beaker and a chopper with a storage lid, which is generous at this price and covers onions, herbs and nuts as well as soups and smoothies. It's a white finish rather than anything flashy, and with 38 Amazon AU reviews at 4.5 stars the feedback pool is still small, but as a locally stocked starter stick from a trusted brand it's hard to beat for the money.
Performance
8
Ease of Use
8.8
Build Quality
8.3
Versatility
7.8
Value
8.8
Tick marks show the category average
Pros
+ Three angled Triblade stainless-steel blades for even blending
+ 600W motor with a turbo setting for tougher ingredients
+ 600ml calibrated beaker and lidded chopper in the box
+ Ships from Amazon AU at a budget price
Cons
− Single speed plus turbo, so less control than a variable-speed stick
− Only 38 reviews so far, so the feedback pool is small
We evaluate stick blenders on blending performance (motor power, blade design, how smoothly they purée soups and how well they cope with tougher ingredients), ease of use (weight, grip, speed control, splash control and how simply the parts detach for cleaning), build quality (stainless-steel shafts, housing materials and brand reputation), versatility (speed settings and the attachments included in the box, from beakers to choppers and whisks), and overall value for money. We favour models that ship from Amazon Australia for fast delivery and easy returns, and flag those that ship from overseas. All star ratings and review counts are drawn from live Amazon AU customer feedback.
Scored 0–10 on Performance, Ease of Use, Build Quality, Versatility + more
Stick blenders run from around 600W up to 1200W in this guide. A 600W stick is perfectly fine for soups, purées and baby food, but if you want to crush ice, blitz nuts or work through thick batters and frozen fruit, a motor of 800W or more will do it faster and with less strain.
Speed control
The simplest sticks have a single speed you hold down. Mid-range and premium models add variable speeds, a turbo or pulse button, or a one-hand speed wheel with as many as 21 settings. More control means you can start slow to avoid splashes and ramp up for a silky finish.
Blade foot and splash control
The shape of the blending foot matters more than most people expect. A bell-shaped or anti-suction foot draws food into the blades rather than suctioning onto the bottom of the pot, so you get a smoother result and far less splatter up the walls.
Attachments in the box
A basic stick and beaker covers soups and smoothies. Multi-attachment sets add a chopping bowl for onions, herbs and nuts, a whisk for cream and eggs, and sometimes a milk frother or potato masher. They're brilliant value if you'll use them, and clutter if you won't.
Weight and cleaning
You hold a stick blender at arm's length over a hot pot, so a lighter body is easier on the wrist. Look for a shaft that clicks or twists off in one motion and is dishwasher-safe, so cleaning is a rinse rather than a chore.
Where it ships from
Most of the stick blenders in this guide ship from Amazon Australia's own stock, which means faster delivery, the correct plug and straightforward local returns. A few excellent European models are sold by Amazon UK or Amazon Germany instead; they're genuine, but expect longer delivery and check the plug and warranty terms before you buy.
A stick blender is the quiet achiever of the Australian kitchen. It lives in a drawer rather than hogging bench space, and it does the jobs a big benchtop blender can't: blitzing a pot of pumpkin soup right there on the stove, whipping up a batch of baby food, emulsifying mayo or pulling together a quick smoothie in a beaker without a mountain of washing up. Once you own one, you wonder how you managed without it.
The market runs from simple one-speed purée sticks to full multi-attachment sets that bundle a chopper bowl, whisk and even a potato masher. Motor power ranges from around 600W right up to 1200W, and the better models pair that grunt with a bell-shaped or anti-suction foot that stops food sticking to the bottom of the pot and keeps splatter off your splashback. Prices stretch just as widely, so it pays to think about what you'll actually use.
We've compared the top-rated stick blenders on Amazon Australia, from a budget Kenwood Triblade with a beaker and chopper in the box to a 1200W Braun MultiQuick 9 that covers blending, chopping, whisking and mashing. Six of our seven picks ship from Amazon Australia's own stock, and we've flagged the one British-sold Bosch so you know where you'll wait a little longer for delivery. Whether you want a no-fuss soup stick or a set that handles most of your food prep, there's a pick here to suit.
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What's the difference between a stick blender, a hand blender and an immersion blender?+
They're three names for the same appliance. A stick blender (also called a hand blender or immersion blender) is a handheld motor with a blending shaft on the end that you lower straight into a pot, bowl or beaker. It's not the same as a hand mixer, which uses rotating beaters for cake batter and cream and has no blending blade.
How much power do I need in a stick blender?+
For soups, purées, baby food and sauces, a 450W to 600W stick is plenty. If you plan to blend frozen fruit, crush ice, grind nuts or work through thick batters, look at 800W to 1200W models, which do those jobs faster and with less strain on the motor. Blade and foot design matter as much as raw wattage, so a well-designed 600W stick can outperform a poorly designed 1000W one.
Can I use a stick blender directly in a hot pot on the stove?+
Yes, that's one of its biggest advantages over a jug blender. Take the pot off the heat first, keep the blade fully submerged before you switch on to avoid splattering, and tilt the stick slightly as you move it around. Models with an anti-suction or bell-shaped foot are much less likely to stick to the bottom of the pot or spray hot soup.
Are the multi-attachment sets worth it?+
If you'll actually use a chopper for onions, herbs and nuts, or a whisk for cream and egg whites, a set can replace a mini food processor and a hand mixer and save cupboard space. If you mostly want to blitz soup, a simple stick and beaker does the job for less money and takes up less room. Be honest about which prep jobs you do every week.
Why do some stick blenders on Amazon AU ship from the UK or Germany?+
Brands like Braun and Bosch sell some of their European models through Amazon's UK and German stores, and those listings are visible to Australian shoppers. They're genuine products covered by Amazon's returns process, but delivery takes longer than a locally stocked model and the plug or warranty terms can differ. We prefer picks stocked by Amazon Australia and note in each review which ones ship from overseas.
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