OVENTE Electric Corded Hand Blender HS560: problems, parts and running costs
Checked: 2026-10-19
Summary
The recurring complaints are design-driven: noticeable suction while blending, an unusually thick handle, and a box with no accessories at all — no whisk, chopper or beaker. There are no consumables, and OVENTE lists no HS560-specific replacement shaft, so the running cost is essentially zero beyond the unit itself. At Home Depot’s $14.99 (2026-10-11) it is an easy buy for light, occasional blending; at $25 or more, alternatives with more power and better bundles take over.
Common problems and fixes
- Suction pulls ingredients toward the shaft — GearLab’s 2024 smoothie test found moderate suction; no workaround is reported, it is inherent at this power level. [4]
- Thick, bulky handle — GearLab flagged the handle as “unusually thick” and potentially uncomfortable for some users. [4]
- No accessories in the box — the unit ships alone: no whisk, chopper or beaker, and GearLab scored accessories 2.0 out of 10 for that reason. [4]
- No HS560 replacement shaft or internal parts — OVENTE sells replacement shafts for the HS600 and HS580 series but lists none for the HS560 on its current accessories page; no motor or internal parts are sold. [2]
- 300 W motor is not for heavy tasks — not designed for crushing ice, kneading dough or blending frozen fruit without liquid; it handles smoothies, pureed soups, marinades, sauces, dips, mayonnaise and baby food. [1][4]
Parts and consumables
- Stainless steel shaft (detachable) — the only user-serviceable part: unplug, detach and wash; never immerse the motor body, cord or plug. HS560-specific replacements are not listed; HS600 and HS580 series shafts are $14.99 each (2026-10-11). [1][2]
- Optional accessories (24oz beaker, whisk attachment) — sold separately where compatible, $12.99 to $14.99 (2026-10-11). [2]
Yearly running cost
No recurring costs: no pods, filters or subscriptions, and the unit is corded so there are no batteries. The only spend is the one-off unit price — $14.99 at Home Depot (2026-10-11) — and no source quantifies electricity use. The 1-year limited warranty covers defects in workmanship and materials, excluding abuse, misuse, commercial use and normal wear. [2][3][6]
When it is a good buy
At $14.99 from Home Depot (2026-10-11) the HS560 does what it promises for light, occasional blending. Walmart lists the red HS560R at $24.98 (2026-10-11), which is harder to recommend, and GearLab’s 2024 review saw a $27 list price where it competed against models with far more accessories and better blending performance. Above about $25 the case is weak — alternatives with more power and bundled accessories (Braun, KitchenAid) become available, and if you need a whisk, chopper or beaker, budget for accessories or spend more on a model that includes them. [6][7][4]