Households that often cook soup
You want to know whether cooking and blending in one bowl will suit your recipes and the quantities you need. Que Choisir Ensemble points out that the maximum soup volume varies between models.
Who is this choice for?
Sauce and blended drink enthusiasts
You’re looking for a texture that suits your ingredients, with blending times that work for your recipes. Que Choisir Ensemble notes that operating limits depend on the appliance.
Households making several portions
You need to distinguish between total capacity and the volume you can actually use, and consider how heavy the jug will be when full. For its Perfectmix+ LM88A810, Moulinex lists a Tritan jug with 1.5 L usable capacity.
What to compare
Your choice depends first on what you want the appliance to do: blend, cook and then blend, or take care of other food preparation tasks too.
Traditional blender with a glass jug
Choose this if: you mainly blend cooked or cold ingredients and the instructions say the jug can handle the temperature of your soups.
Bear in mind: glass is heavier and can break, and the blender won’t cook ingredients. For the Blendforce 2 LM430510, Moulinex specifies a limit of 80 °C and up to 3 minutes of continuous blending. These figures apply to this specific model.
Traditional blender with a plastic jug
Choose this if: you prefer a lightweight jug for smoothies, cocktails or cooled preparations.
Bear in mind: the permitted temperature depends on the model, so check the instructions before pouring in hot ingredients. A traditional blender won’t cook ingredients.
Heated blender
Choose this if: you regularly want to cook and then blend vegetables in the same appliance.
Bear in mind: programmes, maximum quantities and instructions for opening the jug vary by model. Check the weight and how to clean the blades too.
Food processor
Choose this if: you also want to slice, grate or chop, as well as blend soups and sauces.
Bear in mind: functions and accessories depend on the configuration you buy. The Magimix CS3200XL product information describes blending soups, but does not present it as a heated appliance.
| Criteria | What to check before buying | Who should prioritise it |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in cooking | Whether it has a heating element, texture programmes, maximum capacity and instructions for opening the lid. | If you want to cook and blend your soup in the same appliance, check that its programmes suit the way you cook. Around 36% of consumers prioritise built-in cooking. |
| Texture and ingredients | Speed settings, results with similar recipes and permitted continuous blending time. | For soups, sauces or smoothies made with your usual ingredients, you’ll want a texture that works for you. Around 29% of consumers put this criterion first. |
| Amount prepared | Usable capacity, minimum and maximum markings, and any limits for hot preparations. | When making several portions, you’ll want to prepare the quantity you need without exceeding the jug’s limit. Around 21% of consumers prioritise the volume prepared per batch. |
| Handling and care | Jug weight, permitted temperature, removable blades and instructions for cleaning electrical components. | If you use your appliance often, a bowl that’s easy to handle and clean matters, as does choosing a material suited to your recipes. Around 14% of consumers prioritise ease of handling and care. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Confusing total capacity with usable capacity
A bowl listed as 2 L won’t necessarily let you make 2 L of soup. For the Perfectmix+ LM871D10, Moulinex specifies a total capacity of 2 L and a usable capacity of 1.5 L.
Compare the usable volume and any limits for hot preparations with the quantity you usually make.
If the usable capacity is too small, you’ll need to prepare several batches.
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Assuming a ‘soup’ programme cooks the vegetables
A traditional blender can blend soup without cooking the ingredients. Built-in cooking depends on the model’s design.
Check whether it has a heating element and read the manufacturer’s instructions rather than relying on a programme name alone.
Without a heating function, you’ll need to cook the ingredients separately.
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Choosing based only on wattage or a lightweight bowl
Permitted temperature, operating time, texture and cleaning matter too. Limits vary between models.
Check the instructions for temperature limits and operating breaks, then consider the jug’s weight and cleaning guidance.
Brands to know for these uses
Moulinex
The range includes traditional blenders with glass or plastic jugs, as well as heated models. Compare the specifications of each appliance.
- Moulinex specifies a limit of 80 °C and up to 3 minutes of continuous blending for the Blendforce 2 LM430510. For the Perfectmix+ LM88A810, the brand lists a Tritan jug with 1.5 L usable capacity.
- In its review of the Perfect Mix Cook LM835D10, Les Numériques notes that the removable blades make cleaning easier, while the speed cannot be adjusted during blending. These findings apply to this model.
Panasonic
The MX-HG4401KXE is an example of a heated model with a glass jug and hot or cold programmes.
- For this model, Panasonic France lists a 1.2 L jug and 11 programmes.
- These specifications apply to the MX-HG4401KXE and do not describe every blender in the range.
Kenwood
The SoupEasy CBL01.000BS combines cooking and blending to help you make soup.
- Kenwood lists a working capacity of 1.2 to 1.5 L and five programmes for the CBL01.000BS, including a cleaning programme.
- Check the full model number before buying: ‘SoupEasy’ alone doesn’t distinguish between the different versions.
Magimix
The CS3200XL food processor is designed for food preparation that combines blending with other kitchen tasks.
- Magimix lists blending soups and sauces, as well as slicing, grating and chopping, among the CS3200XL’s functions.
- The product information does not describe this model as a heated appliance. Check which accessories are included in the configuration you choose.
Ninja
The Foodi HB150EU is a heated blender featured in a French review.
- In its review of the HB150EU, Les Numériques rates its blending performance as effective.
- The same review notes that the bowl is heavy, takes some getting used to and is difficult to clean thoroughly. These observations apply to this model.
Joybuy products for these uses
This selection includes blenders and food processors for blending soups, sauces and drinks, plus a few options for cooking and blending in the same appliance.
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ochama Multi-Function Blender, 600 W, 1.5 L
For making smoothies, purées or juices with a countertop blender.
The jug is listed as 1.5 L and the appliance has three speeds. Features include ice crushing and a meat mincer.
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ochama Hand Blender, 600 W, 4-in-1
For blending soups and purées, with accessories for other preparations.
It has two speeds, a 500 ml chopper, an 800 ml beaker and a whisk.
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Cecotec Power Black Titanium, 1 300 W, 1.5 L
For making smoothies, purées or juices with a jug blender.
The model is listed at 1 300 W with a 1.5 L jug, two speeds and a Pulse function. Ice crushing is also mentioned.
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Ninja Detect Power Blender 1 200 W BlendSense
Switch between blending in the jug and making individual portions, using the containers provided.
The set includes a 2 L jug, with a 1.9 L liquid limit, and two cups. Sauces and smoothies are among the suggested uses.
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Robby Smart Multi-Function Cooking Appliance
For cooking and blending soups or making sauces in one appliance.
The description lists a usable capacity of 3 L, eight speeds and temperature settings. The capacity is stated as suitable for 6 to 8 people; manual functions are also mentioned.
Frequently asked questions
Can I pour piping-hot soup into any blender?
No. Follow the maximum temperature, filling instructions and safety guidance for the exact model. Moulinex specifies up to 80 °C for the Blendforce 2 LM430510; this limit does not apply to other models. A glass bowl alone doesn’t mean it can handle every temperature.
How long can you leave the motor running?
It depends on the appliance. Moulinex specifies up to 3 minutes of continuous blending for the LM430510. Check your model’s instructions for the maximum operating time and any required breaks, and don’t assume this figure applies to the whole range.
How do I clean a heated blender after making soup?
Check the instructions before removing the blades or washing the bowl. The process varies between models: in its review of the Moulinex LM835D10, Les Numériques notes that the removable blade makes cleaning easier. Its review of the Ninja HB150EU, however, describes thorough cleaning as difficult.
What warranty applies to a blender bought from a professional seller in France?
In France, the statutory legal guarantee of conformity applies to new, second-hand and refurbished goods sold by a professional to an individual. You have two years to make a claim. You should contact the seller, and this guarantee is separate from any commercial warranty offered by the manufacturer.
Is plastic banned for food-contact bowls?
No, plastic isn’t banned in itself. In France, materials intended to come into contact with food must meet regulatory requirements. Use the bowl as intended and follow its instructions, especially when preparing hot food.