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Cuisinart CSB-76BC SmartStick 200-Watt Immersion Hand Blender, Brushed Chrome

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  • Immersion hand blender equipped with powerful 200-watt motor
  • Blade provides smooth blending; protective guard helps prevent splattering
  • Simple push-button controls and lightweight design for one-handed operation
  • Dishwasher-safe stainless-steel blending shaft; 2-cup plastic beaker included
  • Measures approximately 3 by 3 by 14-1/8 inches; 3-year limited warranty
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Brand Cuisinart
Color Brushed Chrome
Special Feature Lightweight
Capacity 5.3 Cubic Inches
Product Dimensions 13"D x 110"W x 150"H
Included Components 2-cup plastic beaker, Whisk attachment (optional), Chopper attachment (optional)
Style Modern
Recommended Uses For Product Blending
Power Source Corded Electric
Number of Speeds 1
Voltage 240 Volts
Controls Type Push Button
Material Type Free BPA Free
Warranty Type limited warranty
UPC 086279013699
Manufacturer Cuisinart
Item Weight 2.29 pounds
ASIN B000EGA6QI
Item model number CSB-76BC
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Date First Available May 5, 2003

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Cuisinart Smart Stick Hand Blender

You will find blending easier than ever with this Cuisinart Smart Stick hand blender. Pick it up to blend cold drinks, hot soups, and crêpe batter – right in the pitcher, pot or bowl. It’s comfortable to hold, easy to use, and the blending shaft and beaker are dishwasher safe. Enjoy!

This Cuisinart Smart Stick Hand Blender is designed to handle a variety of basic tasks. Elegant brushed chrome or a variety of bold colors houses a powerful motor, and the handy “stick” design lets you blend in a pot, bowl, or pitcher. Operation is easy and cleanup is quick. What could be better?

What’s your favorite color? Cuisinart Smart Stick Hand Blender now available in a variety of colors.

Product Features

  • Powerful 200-watt motor handles more blending tasks
  • Stick design reaches into pots, pitchers, and bowls to extend blending options
  • Ergonomically designed grip offers comfortable hold and more control while blending
  • Operates with a one-touch control for easy, one-handed blending
  • Dishwasher-safe blending shaft and beaker make cleanup effortless

    Warranty

    The Cuisinart Smart Stick Hand Blender has a limited three-year warranty.

    Blends drinks, sauces, dressings, dips, purées soup, mixes pancake and crêpe batters in seconds!

    Features and Benefits

    1. One Touch On/Off Button: Allows you to activate the hand blender at the touch of a button. Simply press and hold down on the toggle switch to blend or pulse. Once the button is released, blending will stop.

    • Comfort Handle: The handle allows you to control the hand blender with ease.

    • Motor Body Housing: A powerful 200-watt motor operates with an easy one-touch control.

    • Detachable Shaft: By pressing the release button on the back of the unit, the shaft will detach for easy cleaning.

    • Blending Attachment with Stainless Steel Blade and Blade Guard: This attachment easily snaps into the motor body housing. The stainless blade is partially covered by a stainless housing that keeps splashing to a minimum.

    • Mixing Beaker: 2-Cup mixing beaker is microwave-safe and dishwasher-safe. Use this container to blend drinks, shakes, salad dressings and more. Designed for easy gripping and drip-free pouring.
    • Operating the Hand Blender

    The specially designed blade is for mixing and stirring all kinds of foods, including salad dressings, powdered drink products, and sauces. It is ideal for combining dry ingredients, and can be used to emulsify mayonnaise, too.

    This blade mixes and stirs while adding only a minimum of air to your mixture. A gentle up-and-down motion is all you need to make the most flavorful, full-bodied liquid recipes.

    Cleaning

    Always clean the Smart Stick motor body and blending shaft thoroughly after using.

    Remove the blending shaft from the motor body. Clean the motor body only with a sponge or damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners which could scratch the surface. To clean the blending shaft, wash by hand in hot water using mild detergent, or in the dishwasher.

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Customers find the immersion blender works well, particularly for soups and smoothies, and appreciate its quick 10-second cleanup process. The blender is easy to use, with one customer noting it makes morning shakes in less than a minute, and they praise its strong motor and versatility for various cooking tasks. Customers consider it a great kitchen tool that's worth the price.

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950 customers mention "Works well"876 positive74 negative

Customers find that the blender performs well, particularly with soups, and one customer mentions it works best at an intermediate immersion level.

"...This product is outstanding all the way around. It's very well made, it's powerful, and it does exactly what it was designed to do and more...." Read more

"...It works perfectly for the job we need done...." Read more

"...Highly recommend, great quality and so easy to clean up rather than a food processor or regular blender." Read more

"...for nearly two years now, and it still surprises me how well it functions on a regular basis...." Read more

818 customers mention "Ease of cleaning"802 positive16 negative

Customers find the blender easy to clean, taking about 10 seconds, and can be washed in the dishwasher.

"...As to clean up, this thing is a dream. When I finish blending, I unplug the cord while the mixing section is still in the "glass"...." Read more

"...There is less clean up, too." Read more

"...Makes great mayo. So easy to clean, just run under faucet, unless it has grease, then fill the cup with hot soapy water and run it to clean the..." Read more

"...Cleanup and storage are also totally easy. The end that touches food pops off with an easy press of a button and it goes right into the dishwasher...." Read more

511 customers mention "Ease of use"496 positive15 negative

Customers find the blender easy to use, taking less than a minute to complete tasks, and one customer mentions it makes quick work of morning shakes.

"...The immersion blender is much easier to use for soups than a food processor or blender because there is no issue of transferring the soup into..." Read more

"...It's a lot easier than using my old egg beater, as one might guess, yet it takes up little more total space in the drawer than..." Read more

"...changed her mind (for the positive) about them - apparently it's much easier to use than others which don't have a guard around the blade, which..." Read more

"...in our home I can't predict how long it lasts but I can say it is very easy to use, even for people like me who have trouble with their hands...." Read more

376 customers mention "Smoothie quality"376 positive0 negative

Customers praise the blender's performance, particularly for making creamy soups and pureeing sauces, with one customer noting its effectiveness for creating healthy sauces like cauliflower mac and cheese.

"...pureeing soups a much easier job and now we get to have creamy homemade soups more often. She makes asparagus and mushroom soups...." Read more

"...Makes great mayo...." Read more

"...It made a very nice thick potato soup indeed!..." Read more

"...Another great flavor is Cookies and Cream, and the banana is nice, too)..." Read more

331 customers mention "Build quality"235 positive96 negative

Customers praise the blender's build quality, noting its strong motor and reliable performance, with one customer mentioning it has withstood multiple drops.

"...However, that being said, the main handle is made in a very sturdy manner and the fact that it isn't all stainless is not worth mentioning further...." Read more

"...a minute, the bowl of steamed fruit (with a bit of water added) was consistently and smoothly pureed...." Read more

"...I've also had one where the blades broke off, but that may have been my fault for soaking them in water for too long and encouraging rust, which I..." Read more

"...pieces, so you can squirrel each half, and the accompanying sturdy plastic blending/measuring flask, in different parts of your luggage...." Read more

314 customers mention "Value for money"282 positive32 negative

Customers find the blender offers good value for money, with one customer specifically noting its great quality relative to the price.

"...It was a good choice. I'm very happy that such an inexpensive item is doing exactly what it's supposed to do...." Read more

"...I've used this model once, and the extras make it worthy of consideration...." Read more

"...happy with, plus - at least at the time of my purchase - the price was low enough that even if I didn't like it it wouldn't have been a huge loss to..." Read more

"...'s easy to wash (because the top and bottom halves come apart), reasonably priced, and comes with a long warranty even though it is not as consumer-..." Read more

297 customers mention "Utility"297 positive0 negative

Customers find the blender to be a great kitchen tool that comes in handy for many cooking tasks.

"I gave this to my spouse as a gift and it's VERY popular in our kitchen...." Read more

"...color you pick, these Cuisinart SmartStick hand blenders can be great kitchen tools, but be sure to RTFM... read the manual first!..." Read more

"...Bottom line: the SmartStick is a great tool for some uses, and not for others." Read more

"...Another thing it's great for is mincing garlic...." Read more

278 customers mention "Blend speed"266 positive12 negative

Customers are satisfied with the blender's performance, finding it effective at blending smoothies, soups, beans, and vegetables.

"..."glass" you're using and move it in a up and down motion, allowing for a thorough mix...." Read more

"...be too much of a pain, but this hand blender makes it a snap to do a large batch at once which I then portion out and freeze...." Read more

"...Its mixing power is incredible!..." Read more

"...No such problem with this one. Sharp blades, blending action sucks food up from the bottom and out through the slits in the sides which seems to..." Read more

Six years and still crushing small ice cubes
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Six years and still crushing small ice cubes
UPDATE January 2019 One year after this review, the SmartStick has finally stopped working. The grinding I had initially talked about has taken it's toll. The blade no longer catches and will not spin. I'm very happy to say that even though it wasn't made to crush ice cubes, it did the job perfectly for 7 years and 1000+ smoothies. Unfortunately everything wears out. At $4.14/year of very extended use (and abuse), the price is well worth it! Definitely buying another one and hoping for the same lifespan! ORIGINAL REVIEW: After 6 years of heavy usage, it's still working! I was looking for something specifically to make post workout smoothies. The old blender I had was a pain to clean so I went on a search. Amazon was offering this for 29 bucks with the measuring/mixing cup which made it an easy choice. I go to the gym between 3-5 days a week on average. I always have a protein shake/smoothie and use this to blend the ingredients. I always use a cup of small ice cubes along with almond or fat free milk. This unit WILL crush smaller ice cubes and has done so at least 5 times a week for the past six years. My ice cube trays make quarter size cubes which easily fit into the blade area of the blender. Your average ice cube that is 1.5"x1.0" will will not work and most likely damage the blades. Other weekly usages are hummus, homemade mayo, veggie drinks and making whipped cream. Some things I've noticed after a few years: -When the blade is attached to the handle, I have to turn it to get it to lock. Not really a big deal, but it just means that parts are wearing out. -A few of the seams that connect the body are a little loose. See attached pictures. -It's gotten noisy. I can hear some grinding. Probably time to spray some WD-40 down the shaft. The blender is looking pretty good after all these years. I have very little wear on the shaft connector I noticed that the same/updated model is 3-4 times more expensive. $29 when originally purchased vs. $99+ It's definitely worth the current selling price especially if I get the same life span.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2010
    Color: Brushed ChromeVerified Purchase
    The Cuisinart SmartStick is truly as good as it gets. I've used a number of hand blenders before and none of them compare. I've had those that cost considerably more and some that cost less and the SmartStick puts them all to shame. I've read some complaints about the unit not being entirely stainless steel and that is true. The description is misleading in that regard and should be changed. However, that being said, the main handle is made in a very sturdy manner and the fact that it isn't all stainless is not worth mentioning further. This product is outstanding all the way around. It's very well made, it's powerful, and it does exactly what it was designed to do and more. I like the fact that the blade and protective cover aren't overly large, so the blender will work in almost any glass/plastic mixing cup. As to the complaints about spills, all it takes is getting used to the product, which is a snap. If anyone is having trouble with splashing etc., they're simply not using the SmartStick properly. I've also read the complaints about the SmartStick not having the ability to handle larger size ice cubes. I normally use crushed ice, which solves that problem easily, but even with full sized cubes, it's all in how you use the blender. You'll find that when you start to use the SmartStick, it will be drawn toward the bottom of the "glass", which to me is a good think. I never have a problem with any residue that the SmartStick wasn't able to get to. It's also very easy to lift the blender from the bottom of the "glass" you're using and move it in a up and down motion, allowing for a thorough mix. If you are using regular size ice cubes, the up and down motion will allow you to handle them easily. Should you get any spilling, it will be because you lifted the blade area too high. As to clean up, this thing is a dream. When I finish blending, I unplug the cord while the mixing section is still in the "glass". I then push the convenient button to release the main handle from the mixing stem, remove the stem and clean/dry it in less then a minute. I'm very picky about what I buy and anyone that complains about this product, either is using it improperly, or they're using it for something the product was not designed for. BUY THE PRODUCT. YOU WON'T REGRET IT!!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2010
    Color: Brushed ChromeVerified Purchase
    I gave this to my spouse as a gift and it's VERY popular in our kitchen. Every time she uses it, she raves about how much she likes it and how easy it is to use. She loves it for making soups. This little immersion hand blender has made pureeing soups a much easier job and now we get to have creamy homemade soups more often. She makes asparagus and mushroom soups. I thought we needed a cordless model, but changed my mind and chose this one based on reviews I read on Amazon before buying. It was a good choice. I'm very happy that such an inexpensive item is doing exactly what it's supposed to do. It works perfectly for the job we need done.

    The immersion blender is much easier to use for soups than a food processor or blender because there is no issue of transferring the soup into another container to blend it and then transferring it back into a pot. It saves time and is easier and safer to use the immersion blender. There is less clean up, too.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2024
    Color: Brushed ChromeVerified Purchase
    This little gem is a powerhouse stick blender. I bought it in 2011 for under $25. Today it is almost $130! But it's still going strong! I've used it quite a bit mostly to blend soups and other tasks like pulverizing canned whole tomatoes and other things. Makes great mayo. So easy to clean, just run under faucet, unless it has grease, then fill the cup with hot soapy water and run it to clean the grease off and rinse. I can't believe the price today for this little gem. But mine is still going strong and I think I'll keep it! Highly recommend, great quality and so easy to clean up rather than a food processor or regular blender.
  • Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2012
    Color: Brushed ChromeVerified Purchase
    Have owned this Cuisinart CSB-76BC SmartStick 200-Watt Immersion Hand Blender in brushed chrome for nearly two years now, and it still surprises me how well it functions on a regular basis. It's a lot easier than using my old egg beater, as one might guess, yet it takes up little more total space in the drawer than that old kitchen tool.

    This was bought as a replacement for my old Krups hand unit that was similar, but this Cuisinart SmartStick is more powerful, and has real 'pulling power' in comparison to my old Krups unit. This Cuisinart model has never had the smell of burning electronics they way that my old Krups did, nor has it ever become hot in my hand.

    I've made a wide variety of things with this handy gadget, from using it for whipped potatoes, simple smoothies, and chopping nuts, to grinding coffee in a pinch, and making cheesecake from scratch. My attempt at making peanut butter was a total disaster, but for that I truthfully cannot blame the unit, only my own ineptitude. Hopefully that will go better next time.

    It should be noted that if you go to the main product page here, right there under Product Details there is a small link that says View the Product Manual [PDF]. This is a good idea for owners and potential purchasers alike. This manual has not only instructions, but there are some excellent recipes there, and I've tried some and customized them to personal taste as well.

    Found that it was a good idea to use a little WD-40 in the shaft as a preventative measure, as it will keep the blender operating smoothly, but don't overdo it; a couple of drops does the trick. Also be sure to never, ever try to clear the blades with the unit plugged in, and take care as the blades will cut your fingers quite easily.

    If this one ever goes, I might consider stepping up to the the Cuisinart CSB-77 Smart Stick Hand Blender with Whisk and Chopper Attachments, as the accessories that are included with that model would make it more useful. I've used this model once, and the extras make it worthy of consideration.

    Whichever way that you go or which color you pick, these Cuisinart SmartStick hand blenders can be great kitchen tools, but be sure to RTFM... read the manual first!

    10/14/2012
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    3.0 out of 5 stars Cuisinart smart stick
    Reviewed in Canada on August 9, 2011
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    Got this to replace my Thunderstick Pro, which I used primarily for milkshakes. The Smart Stick only has one blade, which seems better suited for pureeing and chopping, not aerating. It's quite powerful and I'm sure it would excel at those tasks. For milkshakes however, it needs a different blade.