If you're looking to whip up something mouth-watering in a moment, opt for a hand blender--the smaller, more portable alternative to a blender.

Unlike mini-choppers or processors, this type of blending favours foods with a higher water content and so is ideal for fixing soups, sauces, milkshakes and smoothies and tackling softer foods like fruits and vegetables.

The Breville VHB075 is a two-in-one blender set. The blender has a detachable leg, also known as the head, which is dishwasher-safe and made from stainless steel. This is less corrosive and more resistant to rusting than other materials and boasts antibacterial properties that keep it hygienic.

The stainless steel, two-tip blade is positioned inside the head for safety, and by keeping it neatly out of the way this also acts as an anti-splash guard to help minimise unwanted mess.

The main body of the blender has a sleek black finish and contains the powerful 500 watt (W) motor. There are two speed settings - regular and turbo - so you can change the rate at which the blades turn to give a greater level of control.

Safety concerns aren't overlooked or compromised thanks to the recessed buttons which prevent the motor from starting if it's accidentally knocked over or dropped which are also soft-touch for prolonged use. In addition, the soft-touch easy-grip back panel ensures that wet hands don't slip when operating the hand blender.

The set is completed with an alternative whisk attachment and includes a 500 millilitre (ml) beaker.