Brentwood HM-48B Hand Mixer Review
Our verdict
The Brentwood HM-48B is one of the cheapest hand mixers available at $13.99, offering five speeds and a 150-watt motor in a black plastic body. It earns 4.3 stars from 202 reviews, which is a reasonable signal that it works adequately for very light and occasional baking.
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Buyers who need a hand mixer on the tightest possible budget and will only use it a few times a month for simple tasks.
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You need reliable performance on thick batters, plan to bake often, or want a mixer that will last for years.
- Wattage 150 W
- Speeds 5
- Material Plastic
- Controls Push Button
- Color Black
- Voltage 230 Volts
- Priced 50% below the category median ($27.95 across 31 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.3/5
4.3 average across 202 owner ratings
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Popularity1.3/5
202 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other toaster ovens, convection and pizza ovens, toasters, stand and hand mixers, bread machines and baking appliances we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
At $13.99, the Brentwood HM-48B is a bare-bones hand mixer aimed at buyers for whom price is the top priority. The 150-watt motor and five push-button speed settings cover the fundamentals. The black plastic body is plain and functional. No dimensions or weight figures are published, so it is hard to assess exact size and portability from specs alone.
The 230-volt rating listed for this model should raise a flag for US buyers who have standard 110-120 volt outlets. This is worth confirming with the seller before purchasing, as plugging a 230-volt appliance into a 110-volt circuit will affect performance significantly, and the reverse can damage the unit.
With 202 reviews at 4.3 stars, the feedback mirrors the HM-48R (the red variant), suggesting that buyers who understand what they are getting tend to be satisfied. This is a mixer for the drawer, not the countertop, and at $13.99 it sets expectations accordingly.
Pros
- Lowest price in the lineup at $13.99
- Five speeds handle a range of basic mixing tasks
- 4.3-star rating from 202 reviews is better than expected at this price
- Simple push-button controls need no explanation
Cons
- 150 watts is minimal for anything beyond light batters
- 230-volt listing needs to be verified before use in the US
- No published weight or dimensions make it hard to evaluate portability
- All-plastic construction limits durability expectations
Specifications
| Wattage | 150 W |
|---|---|
| Speeds | 5 |
| Material | Plastic |
| Controls | Push Button |
| Color | Black |
| Voltage | 230 Volts |
Performance notes
The 150-watt, five-speed setup is appropriate for standard light-duty tasks like mixing cake batter from a box, whipping cream, or blending a simple frosting. The 230-volt specification is notable and should be confirmed. Without published dimensions or weight, physical handling characteristics are unknown beyond what reviewers report.
What buyers say
A 4.3-star average from 202 reviewers at this price suggests buyers grade it fairly. For under $14, satisfaction expectations are calibrated differently than for a $40 or $60 mixer. Reviewers likely appreciate that it works at all for the cost rather than comparing it to premium models.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the voltage for the Brentwood HM-48B and does it work in the US?
The published spec lists 230 volts, which is not standard for US residential outlets. Most US homes run on 110 to 120 volts. Using a 230-volt appliance on a lower-voltage circuit will result in the motor running slowly or not at all. Buyers should verify the actual in-box voltage label and use a converter if necessary.
What is the difference between the HM-48B and the HM-48R?
The two models appear to be the same mixer in different colors, black for the HM-48B and red for the HM-48R. The HM-48R is priced at $19.90 versus $13.99 for the HM-48B, so if the specs are identical, the black version is the better value assuming both are available in your region.