Dualit Hand Blender review – a cook's dream for easy summer dips and desserts

Some kitchen tools quietly earn their place in your every day routine – not with fanfare or flashy features, but with genuinely useful features that you just can't resist.

The Dualit Hand Blender is exactly that. I’ve tested it in my kitchen for a couple of weeks, using it for everything from fresh soups and salsas to whipped cream and even a batch of meringues for a weekend baking project. With its interchangeable attachments and compact footprint, it’s a smart choice for anyone seeking the best blender/food processor combo for small kitchens or everyday use. It even earned a place on my list of the best quiet blenders, thanks to the powerful yet low-decibel motor.

As you will see from my test results, I found it to be a multi-tasking essential for any keen cook, especially in summer, when quick, cool dishes – like chocolate mousse or guacamole – are the order of the day.

Specifications

Power: 450 watts

Weight: 2.88lb

Settings: 3

Attachments: Blending wand, mixing jug, whisk, food chopping bowl

Dimensions: 3 x 3 x 7 inches

Design

Let’s begin with appearances, because the Dualit Hand Blender is surely the sleekest hand blender on the market. I tested the copper finish, but it is more widely available in stainless steel. It's the kind of tool you might actually want to leave out on the counter, especially if you have open shelving or a chrome-accented kitchen.

Included in the box, you'll find a stainless steel blending wand, 1-litre blending jug, whisk attachment, and a food chopper. The jug is made from BPA-free plastic, and all the attachments are dishwasher-safe.

I've tested some immersion blenders that feel a bit flimsy, but every element in the Dualit Hand Blender set feels well-made with solid construction. The control itself has a comfortable, ergonomic grip.

Performance

I tested the Dualit Hand Blender for a couple of weeks in my kitchen. I trialled each of the functions, from hand blending to whisking and chopping, and I picked the toughest ingredients, from frozen fruits to whole, raw garlic. Here's everything you need to know.

Test 1: Berry breakfast smoothie

My first task for every blender I test is a breakfast berry smoothie with the toughest ingredients I can think of: frozen blueberries, banana, chia seeds, rolled oats, peanut butter and protein powder. The Dualit Hand Blender made a deliciously frothy drink, though I noticed flecks of blueberry skin and a slight grit from the chia seeds – nothing unpleasant, just worth noting if you want the silkiest of smoothies like a premium Vitamix can produce.

Test 2: Leek & potato soup

Next, I tried a soup recipe. I simmered leeks in butter and garlic, then added raw chopped potatoes and vegetable stock. Once the vegetables softened, I whipped out the Dualit Hand Blender and got to work puréeing.

Within a minute or two, I had a smooth, velvety potato soup in the pan. It was pretty quiet (no disturbing my neighbours), there was no splashing over the edges, and the 'non-scratch' guard protected the bottom of my Le Creuset pan.

Test 3: Homemade hummus

To test the functionality on dips, I simply added garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon juice, whole cloves of garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper to the blending jug. I gently moved the blending head up, down and around to crush the beans into a light, super smooth hummus.

The process was simple and mess-free, and I was left with a light delicious dip, with no chunks of garlic or stray garbanzo bean skins. It got me thinking: the Dualit Hand Blender would also be good for batch-making baby food that needs to be super soft.

Test 4: Chopped onions

The mini chopper attachment is very small, but a lovely time-saver for small prep jobs. I tried it on a brown onion (which needed to be roughly chopped into 2cm dice before I added it to the chopping bowl). I was left with fine dice, which I used in a chunky tomato salsa.

The small bowl and moderate power of this chopper would be suitable for chopping fresh herbs, pestos, and dressings, but not much more. If you need something more powerful, versatile, and spacious, I'd recommend one of the best food processors, like a Cuisinart or Magimix instead.

Test 4: Whipped cream

As a baker, I really appreciated the whisk attachment on the Dualit Hand Blender – it handled whipped cream with surprising ease. In fact, maybe too much ease. Whipped cream is notoriously temperamental, going from soft, cloud-like peaks to grainy and overwhipped in seconds. I wasn’t quite prepared for the Dualit Hand Blender’s speed and power, and my first test batch ended up far too thick. Consider this your warning: the Dualit’s whisk is a quiet but mighty workhorse.

The other word of warning is that it took me a couple of minutes to attach the whisk to the motor on my first try – you need to give it quite a hard push in order for it to click into place. After that, it was easy to navigate.

Cleaning & storage

Each attachment detaches smoothly and is straightforward to clean. The blending jug and food chopper bowl rinse clean easily, and while some components are top-rack dishwasher safe, I found a quick rinse with soapy warm water was more than good enough.

The only irritation I had was the blotchy fingerprints on the chrome finish. I needed to wipe it down after every use. I suppose the prettiest tools always need a bit of extra TLC.

What do customer reviews say?

After trawling through the customer reviews online, I can gather that the Dualit Hand Blender is appreciated for its quiet power, premium finish, and everyday versatility. It averages 4.6 stars on Amazon.com – and I couldn't find any reviews below 4 stars.

One reviewer noted that it is heavier than other hand blenders on the market, saying 'If you have an issue with the weight of a gallon of milk, this is not for you. It does have a nice ergonomic design, though, so it rests in your hand to make it easy to hold and operate one handed.'

Others praised its multi-functionality, especially the ability to switch seamlessly between blending, chopping, and whisking without cluttering the kitchen with multiple appliances. Another reviewer said: 'This set is basically the kitchen equivalent of getting promoted from intern to manager overnight. I went in expecting a basic hand blender and came out with a whole mini appliance army. The chrome finish looks sleek and weirdly motivational for making things like hummus and whipped cream from scratch.'

Should you buy it?

If you’re looking for a stylish set to help with everything from soups to sauces, dips to desserts, the Dualit Hand Blender is a very practical and satisfying choice. It’s quiet, beautifully made, and thoughtfully designed for everyday cooking.

Of course, if you need to blend large batches of smoothies, grind tougher ingredients like nuts or ice, or you need fancy pre-sets, you'll be better off with a full-size model from our best blender guide.

How we test blender combos

At Homes & Gardens, we put a lot of thought into how we test. When evaluating the best immersion blenders and blender-food processor combos, we treat each function – blending, processing, and additional attachments – as if they were standalone appliances. That means rigorous, real-world testing to ensure that you’re getting a product that performs exceptionally in every category.

• Berry smoothie A mix of large frozen berries, chia seeds, oats, bananas and protein tests the blender’s ability to handle fibrous textures, frozen fruit, and seeds without leaving chunks.
• Soup: A blend of root vegetables and stock helps us evaluate how well the blender turns chunky ingredients into a smooth, creamy consistency. We often add bright spices, like cumin and turmeric, to see if there is any staining on the plastic beakers (more common on cheaper appliances).
• Hummus: A good hand blender or food processor should achieve a smooth, velvety hummus out of raw chickpeas or beans, garlic, olive oil, and tahini – without the need for shaking or stirring.
• Chopped onions: If the set comes with a food processor attachment, we test it out on some basic chopping tasks. We try to test multiple onions, then a singular shallot, to see how well the processor handles small and large quantities. We want evenly diced results and not mush.
• Whipped cream: If a hand blender set comes with a whisk, we test it on whipped cream, timing how long it takes the liquid to turn into a fluffy, cloud-like texture, or whether the power is too limited.
• Mashed potato: If a hand blender set comes with a masher, we boil potatoes and mash them, looking for smooth results and watching out in case the attachment becomes easily jammed.

After the cooking tests, we step back and assess the appliance's design, durability and overall value for money. The Dualit Hand Blender sailed through all the tests and gained a coveted 4.5 star score. This polished piece of kit has earned its way into my personal cookware collection, and our Homes & Garden's guide to the best summer baking essentials. High praise indeed.