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Our take: A cost-effective hand blender that can handle a variety of different tasks. What we like: Extra-long power cord makes it convenient for those with few electrical outlets in the kitchen.

Our take: A cost-effective hand blender that can handle a variety of different tasks. What we like: Extra-long power cord makes it convenient for those with few electrical outlets in the kitchen.

For the most part, countertop blenders are more powerful than hand blenders, but some tasks are easier with hand blenders, such as blending soup. Read on.

Test Kitchen video tip: Homemade mayonnaise using an immersion blender Los Angeles Times Test Kitchen director, Noelle Carter, shows how to make mayonnaise at home using a hand blender.

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