Admit it. Nobody in today's era wants to pick up that monstrosity of a mixer tucked at the end of your last shelf at the kitchen counter. In the cutting edge age of portability and functionality, hand mixers are the way forward and rightly so! It is a no fuss, no mess kitchen appliance that is a delight to use for day to day tasks like mixing, whipping eggs and fresh cream, making pesto, jams and pancake batters to blending thick smoothies and even make soups and purees.  

Hand mixers weave magic and are often compared to swiss knives because of their varied functionalities in the kitchen.  It is the go-to tool for many homemakers.

Qualities Of A Good Hand Mixer :

What makes a hand mixer portable is its compactness. A compact hand mixer is easy to use and store and can be used for longer durations at a stretch.

• Sturdiness is a major factor when choosing your hand mixer. A well-built mixer is destined to last longer than flimsy cheap feeling ones. A hand mixer can be light and sturdy at the same time. But if it feels too light, better trade the weather weight flimsy one with something that feels tougher, even if it weighs a few grams extra!

• Attachments are integral for any hand mixers. More the attachments, more are the versatility and productivity offered by the mixer.

• A good hand mixer comes with the backing of a warranty.

• The ergonomics and feel in the hand are important factors.

• The speed modes on offer can be a game changer. Each task would require different blade speeds so more speed options are definitely better for a variety of tasks.

• The wattage of motors is to be taken into consideration.

Tips And Tricks For Hand Mixer Usage :

• Avoid unwarranted hand mixers.

• Clean your hand mixer after every single use as there are certain spots which get tough to wash when left unattended for some time.

• Always try to let hot items cool down for a while before mixing and blending around so as to prevent hot splashes.

• It is compact and portable for a reason! Don't just let it stay in a single position, but move it around to get better results.

Conclusion :

Hand mixers are a great bang for the buck. They are cheaper than and almost as versatile as a full sized mixer or blender. No kitchen is complete without a hand mixer. In fact, you don't even need to stand at the kitchen counter to use one. You might as well sit on the sofa and use it while watching your favourite show and the minimal noise as compared to proper mixers is an added bonus. Get 7-Speed Hand Mixer (Onyx Black) for just rupees ₹4,899 and make your life much healthier and easier!