Cuisinart Power Advantage 5-Speed Hand Mixer, 220W-Motor Hand Blender Electric Mixer with 5 Speed Settings, Extra-Long Dishwasher-Safe Beaters, 60-Inch Swivel Cord, HM-50, White

I own the Cuisinart Power Advantage 5-Speed Handheld Mixer since early April 2009 and I am quiet happy with it thus far. In all fairness, this is my second handheld mixer and my previous mixer ( Proctor Silex 62535...

I purchased this hand mixer to replace a cordless rechargeable one that hung on the wall. I wanted something more sturdy and with the power to really mix or whip well, which my little fancy cordless one certainly wasn't. Potatoes were impossible to whip for creamed style, and cake mixes would still have streaks of egg white showing after many minutes of blending with the cordless mixer. Pies were frustrating as I would end up having to mix again by hand any ingredients that had flour, sugar, or eggs and milk. After reading hundreds of reviews on Amazon and checking other websites, too, for more ratings, I chose this Cuisanart and couldn't be happier. It's very good looking and would go well in both a modern looking kitchen or a retro style one, and is complimentary to almost any colors. Very powerful she is, too, but at the same time doesn't throw out or slap ingredients out of the bowl even on the highest speed setting ( using the appropriate sized bowl, of course ). It mixes and blends beautifully and whips up lovely softly creamed potatoes without turning them into liquid or without leaving a bunch of lumps, either. I especially love how easy the attachments pop out with just one finger pressed down on the release. My only minor complaint ( and VERY minor ) is the newer thinner tines on the attachment ( beater )that comes with the mixer. All the recent models from most name brands have gone over to the thinner tines on the beaters, and these have the tiny thin twists, too, but I worry that I will eventually warp or bend them. So far they seem pretty sturdy, though, and haven't shown any warping or changes in shape even after a lot of use. I do wash them by hand however, although the beater attachments are listed as dishwasher safe, I believe. The outer case is shiny black with just a touch of chrome, and very easy to clean, just wipes off with a slightly damp paper towel if any spill gets on it and it fits easily into my rather small drawers in my tiny kitchen, with the attachments going into the silverware tray. I'm completely satisfied with my purchase as it was just what I was hoping for...reliable, attractive, sturdy, and very powerful, not to mention by a top brand maker of quality small kitchen appliances .

I purchased the 9-speed mixer twelve years ago. It finally stopped working last year. I bought a Kitchen Aid hand mixer to replace it because I love my Kitchen Aid stand mixer. The KA hand mixer was underpowered garbage. I threw it away after less than a year of use. I decided to go back to the Cuisinart. When I saw there was a five speed for $30 less I decied to try it. They both have the same motor and power listed in the specs. They look almost identical and I typically only use low and high on my hand mixer. I figured I would return it if it wasn’t as good as the 9 speed. It works amazing! Just as powerful as the more expensive model. Works perfectly for my needs. Don’t hesitate to buy the 5 speed if you are worried about it not being as good as the 9. The only real difference is the accessories that come with the 5 speed. It comes with the body, the beaters and a spatula. That is it. It works for me because I never used the whisk attachment, storage box, or dough hooks. If I need the other attachments I use my stand mixer. If these items are important to you pick up one of the higher speed models that come with them. For me, this powerful, bare bones model works perfectly. Whichever you choose - choose the Cuisinart for hand mixers over any other brand.

This ergonomic little mixer powers right through thick batters and whips cream in seconds! I was concerned because the beaters looked flimsy in the photos but they’re not at all. They are well made and very easy to clean. The only thing I would change is that the lowest speed is still very fast. Perhaps the seven speed Cuisinart hand mixer is better in this regard. Overall, this is a great little mixer for the price. Now, I rarely opt for my heavy stand mixer as I can use this one anywhere with any bowl. I love it!

I adore this hand mixer. I had an old Kitchenaid hand mixer that my mother in law had given to me some years ago. It was pre-loved by her and served me for over 10 years. This, however, is another animal. It is very powerful. I use it often to shred cooked chicken for tacos or sandwiches - I learned that on the Pinterest. It's very quick. I have also made cakes with this mixer, it does a great job with whatever I throw at it. Another plus is the simple design of the beaters. They are very easy to clean and I appreciate that.

This is an inexpensive and effective mixer that has done the job I needed done. It has enough power to make cookies. It has not worked to make pie dough but it isn't designed for that.

I bought this mixer a few months ago and would not recommend it. It says it has several speeds but the first speed is so fast everything splatters all over. Also, for some reason the beaters will not stay in place. It works fine if you keep the beaters sitting on the bottom of the bowl but when you lift it they fall out. It seems like a sturdy mixer but I definitely would not recommend it.

Love this hand mixer and have tried all speeds. They all do their job and it’s very easy to use. Great quality, size, looks, and design. This brand is reasonably priced.