Durapres Cook Blend Pro
DHB850
Product Overview
Key Features
- Digital cooking blender with food processor function
- Dishwasher safe components for easy cleaning
- Includes tamper, strainer bag, boil over bag, cleaning brush
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Durapres
- Model Number:
- DHB850
- Capacity:
- 1.7
- Blades:
- Dual Titanium Blades
- Power (W):
- 1000
Capacity
- Capacity Range:
- 1.1L - 3L
Options
- Settings:
- 10 preset modes or manual/pulse settings
- Controls:
- Knob & Touch
Safety
- Safety:
- Dual Safety Lock while in use, Boil Over Guard
General Information
- Type:
- Blender
- Colour:
- Black
- Additional Features:
- Self-wash program, Cooks then blends in one program, Tamper in lid
- What's In The Box:
- Includes Cleaning Brush
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Capacity
- Capacity Range:
- 1.1L - 3L
Safety
- Safety:
- Dual Safety Lock while in use, Boil Over Guard
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 220
- Product Width (mm):
- 242
- Product Depth (mm):
- 450
- Product Weight (kg):
- 5.7
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 465
- Box Width (mm):
- 264
- Box Depth (mm):
- 332
- Box Weight (kg):
- 6
Product Reviews of Durapres Cook Blend Pro
Overall Rating Snapshot
4 out of 5 stars from 1 review
100% of users recommend this product
Really great product
Makes excellent soup Only issue is you can't make a chunky soup
Greg
Confirmed purchase 7 June 2025
Published on 1 July 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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At a glance
The Durapres Cook Blend Pro is a versatile hot and cold blender for households that want to make soups, sauces and smoothies in one appliance. Its 1.7 L jug, 10 preset modes and self-wash program make everyday use straightforward. Dual titanium blades and a lid tamper help with smooth blending. One limitation is that it may not match premium high-performance blenders for heavy-duty ice crushing or very dense mixes.
What it’s great for
- Homemade Soups
- Smoothies
- Sauces
- Family Meal Prep
- Hot and Cold Blending
Where it works best
- Home Kitchen
- Family Kitchen
- Apartment Kitchen
Who it’s for
- Home Cook
- Busy Household
- Small Family
- Family Household
- Smoothie Lover
Things to consider
While it covers both cooking and blending well, it is not positioned as a specialist high-performance blender, so buyers focused on frequent hard ice crushing or ultra-thick blends may prefer a more premium model.
Smoothie performance score
8/10 - Dual titanium blades, manual control and a tamper support smooth everyday smoothie making.
Ice crushing ability
7/10 - Suitable for general cold blending, but not presented as a specialist ice-crushing blender.
Family size suitability
8/10 - The 1.7 L capacity is well suited to couples and families preparing multiple servings.
Ease of cleaning
9/10 - A self-wash program, dishwasher safe parts and included cleaning brush make maintenance straightforward.
Noise level vs category average
About average for a full-size blender; no low-noise design is specified.
Key benefits
- 1.7 l jug: The generous capacity suits batch cooking for soups, sauces and smoothies without needing multiple rounds.
- Hot and cold blending: Prepares cooked soups and chilled drinks in the one jug, reducing the need to switch between appliances.
- 10 preset modes: Gives quick access to common programs, making it easier to start everyday recipes with less guesswork.
- Manual controls: The knob and touch interface lets you fine-tune settings when you want more control over texture and blending time.
- Dual titanium blades: Helps process ingredients smoothly for soups, sauces and smoothies.
- Self-wash program: Simplifies cleanup after blending by running a dedicated cleaning cycle in the jug.
- Dishwasher safe components: Makes routine cleaning easier by allowing removable parts to go in the dishwasher.
- Lid tamper: Helps move thicker mixtures toward the blades for more consistent blending.
Q: Can it make chunky soup or only smooth blends?
A: It is better suited to smooth soups, sauces and blended recipes. The dual blades are designed to break ingredients down, so if you want a chunky finish, this model is best used for the base and texture added afterwards.
Q: Is the jug large enough for family soup or smoothie batches?
A: Yes. The jug holds 1.7L, which suits multi-serve batches for a household rather than single-serve blending. For hot recipes, leave some space in the jug so the contents can circulate safely while cooking and blending.
Q: How do the preset modes and manual controls work?
A: The Cook Blend Pro uses a knob and touch controls to choose from 10 preset modes or switch to manual settings. Presets suit common recipes, while manual control is the better option when you want to fine-tune texture or cooking time.
Q: Can it handle thick mixtures like dips or nut-based blends?
A: Yes, for many thick blends. The lid includes a tamper to help push heavier ingredients towards the blades, but very dense mixtures may still need stopping and stirring, because this jug is designed for blending and cooking rather than food processing.
Q: Is cleaning this blender mostly hands-off after hot recipes?
A: Yes. The self-wash program helps loosen residue after soups, sauces and other cooked blends, and the removable components are dishwasher safe. For stuck-on food near the blades or lid, the included cleaning brush is still useful.
Q: Does the safety lock stop it running if lid isn't secure?
A: Yes. The dual safety lock is designed to stop the blender operating unless it is correctly assembled. It also has a boil over guard, which is particularly useful when cooking in the jug rather than making cold drinks only.