When you need a full-size food ... immersion blender is your friend If you puree a lot of soups and sauces, especially hot ones in big batches, and have little storage space, a stick blender ...

Most immersion blenders come with more than just one stick and blade ... or choppers à la a food processor), as well as any pitchers or cups that will give you a mini blenderlike setup.

Some stick blenders have whisk and food processor attachments to get more bang for the buck. Corded vs. cordless Corded blenders can be awkward, but you won't have to remember to charge between uses.

blender, it’s clear that a food processor can handle more tasks than a blender can. Stick with a food processor if you want a machine that will almost do it all. There are plenty of powerful ...

As with all hand blenders, stick blenders and immersion blenders ... which is the same blender at heart but with the addition of a small 'food processor'/chopper, a whisk and a potato masher.