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Braun MultiQuick 7 (MQ7035X) vs Breville Control Grip (BSB510XL)
Which should you buy? Our verdict on both, pulled from our full The Best Immersion Blenders: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) comparison.
The Braun MultiQuick 7 pairs a flexing ACTIVEBlade shaft with an intuitive pressure trigger, making it the best all-round choice. The Breville Control Grip is the comfort and value runner-up, and often the smarter buy for the price.
Braun MultiQuick 7 (MQ7035X)
Buy itA versatile all-rounder with a pressure-sensitive trigger and a flexing blade shaft built to leave fewer unblended pieces.
- Braun says the flexing ACTIVEBlade gives 250 percent more active cutting surface than its non-ActiveBlade hand blenders
- ACTIVEBlade flexing shaft and PowerBell Plus head cut suction and unblended chunks
- Intuitive SmartSpeed pressure trigger, no dial to fiddle with
- Whisk, 500 ml chopper, and beaker included, with a metal wand
- Pressure trigger has a short learning curve and is less repeatable than a dial
- Mostly plastic and metal construction rather than all metal
- Priced above the Breville
Breville Control Grip (BSB510XL)
Buy itThe most comfortable to hold and the kindest to your pots, at a friendlier price than the premium rivals.
- Ergonomic trigger grip designed to give the hand a natural position
- Bell-shaped base with internal ribbing reduces suction, and the non-scratch base protects pots
- 8-inch immersion depth handles tall stockpots
- Ships with a lidded 42-oz jug, 25-oz chopper bowl, and whisk
- Motor wattage is not listed on Breville's page, so power is hard to compare
- Accessories add storage bulk compared with a stick-only blender
Side by side
The 8 criteria below are the ones our full comparison judged every product on, narrowed to these two.
| Braun MultiQuick 7 (MQ7035X) Our pick | Breville Control Grip (BSB510XL) | |
|---|---|---|
| Our verdict | Buy | Buy |
| Best for | Cooks who want the finest blend and the most versatility in one tool. | Everyday cooks who prioritize comfort, pot protection, and value. |
| Price tier | $$$ · premium | $$ · mid-range |
| Motor power | 500W | Not listed by maker |
| Speed control | SmartSpeed variable pressure trigger | Not listed by maker |
| Anti-suction head | PowerBell Plus with ACTIVEBlade flexing shaft | Bell foot with no-scratch ring |
| Attachments included | Whisk, 500 ml chopper, beaker | Whisk, 25-oz chopper, 42-oz jug |
| Weight and grip | Pressure trigger | Ergonomic trigger grip |
| Reach and cord | Metal wand, about 5 ft cord | 8-inch immersion depth for tall pots |
| Warranty | Varies by product | See Breville warranty page |
| Durability (owner reports) | Metal wand | Stainless blending shaft |
Which one is right for you?
Pick the Braun MultiQuick 7 (MQ7035X) if
cooks who want the finest blend and the most versatility in one tool.
Know before buying: pressure trigger has a short learning curve and is less repeatable than a dial.
Pick the Breville Control Grip (BSB510XL) if
everyday cooks who prioritize comfort, pot protection, and value.
Know before buying: motor wattage is not listed on Breville's page, so power is hard to compare.
The bottom line
Our overall pick is the Braun MultiQuick 7 (MQ7035X) - A versatile all-rounder with a pressure-sensitive trigger and a flexing blade shaft built to leave fewer unblended pieces. Choose the Breville Control Grip (BSB510XL) instead if everyday cooks who prioritize comfort, pot protection, and value.
Want the full picture, including the other options we compared and the popular one we'd skip? Read the complete The Best Immersion Blenders: 4 Compared (and One to Skip).