In fact, at 550 watts this blender is so powerful you have to be careful not to overdo it. With two settings (’On’ and ‘Turbo’, each with its own dedicated button), you have plenty of control over the blended items and for its purpose, I personally do not think stick blenders with many different speeds would be a significant advantage. The design allows for quick changes between different attachments and once you get the hang of changing the angle and the depth to ensure evenness, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without such a device. For an idea of the l’Equip’s power, I can whip a cup of heavy cream in about 15 seconds or less (depending upon temperature).

One of the most impressive features of the l’Equip is its apparent quality (I’ve owned it for about 8 months). The housing is steel and rubber and is heavy, much like a drill and although I treat my tools well, I expect that this blender will easily withstand any standard wear and tear. The operation of the motor is very smooth, not loud and abrasive as if the rotation is uneven. This is a device that lives up to its professional moniker and I would recommend it to any restaurant kitchen. For my purposes, it is more than adequate and a real pleasure to own and use.

Highly recommended.