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7 Best Stand Mixers 2022
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When you think of a stand mixer, you probably imagine a KitchenAid — and when I talked with home bakers, professional chefs, cookbook authors, and Strategist contributors about their favorite stand mixer, KitchenAid was the brand we heard about the most. However, it’s not the only option on the block, and at about $400 a pop, its mixers are dreadfully expensive. They are the favorite for a reason, though, so if you’re ready to invest in one, we’ve broken down the pros and cons of the most popular models to help you choose. We’ve also included several other options that our experts love to whisk, whip, and beat with, including a mixer for that’s a quarter of the price and an expert-vetted commercial one.
I’ve made a note of the capacity of each stand mixer’s bowl in quarts. I also asked bakers how many batches of dough or cookies those quarts equate to. A five-quart mixer is the standard size and has enough room for around 100 cookies’ worth of dough. If you’re pressed for space, I’ve also included an option that’s shoebox-apartment-size-friendly, as well as a commercial model if you’re cooking for a crowd.
The power of the motor in your mixer will determine how much it can whip or shred through at a time: Anything 300 watts or above is considered powerful. As for speed settings, they’re crucial to the versatility of your mixer as different recipes or tasks demand a different speed. Beating eggs and whipping frostings, for example, will require a higher speed than kneading dough. The more speed settings you have, the more you can do with your mixer.
Attachments are also key to the versatility of your machine. Each machine on this list comes with three standard attachments: a dough hook, a whisk, and a flat beater. (Each also comes with a splash guard to prevent splattering.) These are the essential tools you’ll need for baking and working dough and probably the ones you have in mind as you’re searching for a stand mixer. But other optional attachments are offered with most stand mixers, which elevate it to a truly multifunctional tool: from meat grinders to ice cream–makers to vegetable spiralizers. As every mixer on this list comes with the essential three attachments I mentioned earlier, I’ve made a note of how many additional attachments there are for you to purchase for the mixer.
Stand mixers are not at all cheap, so to give you some peace of mind with your big purchase, I’ve noted what warranty each product comes under. A limited warranty covers any issues with the machine from manufacturer defects, but it doesn’t cover any damages from misuse or accidents, like dropping your machine — so be sure to use the mixer with care so as not to invalidate your warranty.
KitchenAid Artisan Tilt-Head Stand Mixer with Pouring Shield, 5-Quart
$350
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$350
Capacity: 5 quarts | Power and speeds: 325 watts, 10 speeds | Optional attachments: 10 | Warranty: 1-year limited
They’re not cheap, but the love for KitchenAids is well earned: When it comes to power and longevity, no other mixer can compare. Just one example of its supreme power: Author Samantha Seneviratne told us that her mixer kneads through two batches of a yeasted dough at a time — without so much as a rattle. This model in particular, the 5-quart Artisan, is KitchenAid’s most popular, and all but one of the experts who we spoke to owned one (and used it regularly) themselves. It has a tilt head, which is easy to pull up and down when you want to add ingredients to the mix, and it’s big enough to knead nine dozen cookies’ worth of dough at once — a respectable size for even the most prolific home bakers. With ten speeds and a range of optional attachments, it can lend itself to a countless list of kitchen tasks, from grinding meat to spiralizing veggies. And as I mentioned before, it’s an appliance that’s built to last. Matt Holloway and Michelle Davis, the duo behind the Bad Manners podcast and cookbooks, have been kneading dough in theirs for over 17 years — and it’s still going strong. “This is a product you buy for life,” they told us. (Also, while rummaging through Reddit, I discovered that this is the very stand mixer used by contestants on The Great British Baking Show, which to me is a huge thumbs-up.)
Cuisinart Precision Master 5.5qt Stand Mixer
$208
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$208
Capacity: 5.5 quarts | Power and speeds: 500 watts, 12 speeds | Optional attachments: 5 | Warranty: 3-year limited
“I have a KitchenAid Professional at home … and guess what? I never use it because it’s huge,” says Lili Dagan, culinary director at Blue Apron. “I find that the cheaper and aesthetically similar Cuisinart gets the job done.” At 5.5 quarts, the Cuisinart Precision Master actually has a slightly larger capacity than the standard KitchenAid. It also has 12 speed settings to the KitchenAid’s 10. While its lower price tag includes the same three attachments as the KitchenAid’s, Cuisinart’s range of optional add-ons is much smaller (but does include a pasta roller and an ice cream–maker). The Cuisinart is available in 17 shades, from pastel blue to hot pink, so you can select one that matches the style of your kitchen. Its 500-watt motor is more powerful than most standard mixers’ 300-watt motors, and many reviewers, like Dagan, made a point to stress that it’s just as powerful as a KitchenAid model. The mixer also comes with a three-year limited warranty, meaning Cuisinart will repair or replace any faulty models.
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Hamilton Beach Electric Stand Mixer
$150
Capacity: 4 quarts | Power and speeds: 300 watts, 7 speeds | Optional attachments: 2 | Warranty: 1-year limited
Even cheaper still is this stand mixer from Hamilton Beach, which we often see on sale for less than $100 (its list price is around half that of the Cuisinart). It has seven speed settings and three essential attachments (a whisk, dough hook, and flat beater), and comes in six colors, including Rose, a rather sweet dusty pink. Over 1,000 reviewers on Amazon have given it five stars, and home cooks have successfully used it to knead dough, mix batter, and even shred ground meat for meatballs. There are a few downsides reflected in the cheaper price, though — namely that the motor is loud when mixing, and even though it has a 300-watt motor, it’s not quite powerful enough to knead through several batches of dough at a time. However, for a beginner or someone who only bakes occasionally, at less than $150 you can’t really go wrong. And in case you do run into problems, the mixer comes with a one-year limited warranty.
KitchenAid 6-Quart Bowl-Lift Professional Stand Mixer
$474
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$474
Capacity: 6 quarts | Power and speeds: 575 watts, 10 speeds | Optional attachments: 10 | Warranty: 1-year limited
Unlike its Artisan series, which has a tilt head, the KitchenAid Pro series mixers use a bowl-lift mechanism. Bowl-lift machines use a lever to lower the bowl down for adding ingredients, and hoist back up for mixing, where it securely locks into place for wobble-free mixing. This, along with the more stable, broader base, makes the machine suitable for larger batches and more heavy-duty jobs. And it also means that bowl-lift mixers tend to be more expensive than tilt-head models. The Pro has all the same bells and whistles as other KitchenAids — useful attachments, a great range of speeds and colors — but its bigger capacity and sturdier build make it a better choice for those cooking larger batches at once. “If you spend a lot of time in the kitchen or know you cook for a crowd, the six-quart bowl-lift models are the way to go,” advise Holloway and Davis.
KitchenAid Artisan Mini Mixer with Flex Edge Beater
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$260
Capacity: 3.5 quarts | Power and speeds: 250 watts, 10 speeds | Optional attachments: 9 | Warranty: 1-year limited
As an aspiring baker, Erica Murphy, senior commerce director at Hearst, had always coveted a KitchenAid of her own — but couldn’t find the space to store one in her shoebox city apartment. So when KitchenAid released the Artisan Mini, which is 25 percent lighter and 20 percent smaller than the full-size version, Murphy snapped it up straightaway. “The mixer can handle all the same attachments as its predecessor (minus the ice cream–maker) and comes in a rainbow of colors,” she says. “As for the mechanics, the Artisan Mini’s beater can still slice through thick batters with ease and mix together the smoothest cookie dough. ” Its reduced size means a reduced capacity at 3.5 quarts, but if you’re pressed for space and in want of a quality mixer, this itty-bitty mixer could be the one for you.
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Wolf Gourmet High Performance Stand Mixer 7-Qt.
$800
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$800
Capacity: 7 quarts | Power and speeds: 500 watts, 10 speeds | Optional attachments: 1 | Warranty: 1-year limited
The Wolf Gourmet stand mixer is big and powerful — as an industrial stand mixer should be. It has a seven-quart-capacity bowl and a 500-watt motor, so it can whip, knead, and beat its way through your ingredients. Like the larger KitchenAid, the Wolf mixer also has a bowl lift to prevent any wobbling, and it includes the same essential three attachments as every other mixer on this list. It was recommended to us by Dagan, who concedes that it does have a hefty price tag. Her advice? “Maybe throw it on your wedding registry, for that one rich cousin to buy.”
KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Qt. Stand Mixer with Pouring Shield - Blossom
$600
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$600
Capacity: 5 quarts | Power and speeds: 325 watts, 10 speeds | Optional attachments: 10 | Warranty: 1-year limited
KitchenAids are already a pretty big splurge, but if you’re feeling extra fancy, you might be interested in its limited-edition machines. Each year, a brand-new design is released by the company, and this year it’s this mint-colored mixer with a hammered copper bowl. It’s Kanell’s favorite mixer, thanks to its refined and pretty finish. And while you can mix and match bowls and attachments across the KitchenAid range, the bowl and color of this mixer are exclusive to the 2022 model. This model also comes with the usual three attachments, plus a pastry beater.
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• Lili Dagan, culinary director at Blue Apron
• Matt Holloway and Michelle Davis, the duo behind the Bad Manners podcast and cookbooks
• John Kanell, author of Preppy Kitchen
• Erica Murphy, senior commerce director at Hearst
• Samantha Senevriatne, author of The Joys of Baking
• Grant Yoder, a baking YouTuber known as GrantBakes
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What's in this guide
- Best stand mixer overall: KitchenAid 5-Quart Artisan Series Tilt-Head Stand Mixer
- Best stand mixer for large batches: KitchenAid Professional 600 Series 6-Quart Stand Mixer
- Best affordable stand mixer: Cuisinart SM-50
- How to choose a stand mixer
- How to care for a stand mixer
- How we tested
- Other stand mixers we tested
Sam Fuller
There are many workhorses when it comes to the kitchen. And while cast iron skillets, Dutch ovens and cutting boards are all impressive in their own right, there is perhaps no appliance more sought after than a stand mixer. Since KitchenAid pioneered the concept in 1919, stand mixers have helped mix countless batches of cookies, knead bread dough and whip frosting — and that’s before you consider the other tasks possible with attachments that can do everything from spiralizing vegetables to rolling out pasta.
With a wide range of stand mixers on the market, we decided to test nine different popular and highly rated mixers. As we put them through the paces, we discovered the ability to evenly mix ingredients while also handling wet, sticky dough is a key differentiator, ultimately leading us to recommend a pair of appliances that stood out above the mix.
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KitchenAid 5-Quart Artisan Series Tilt-Head Stand Mixer
Best stand mixer overall
KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer, 5-Qt.
Williams SonomaThe KitchenAid 5-Quart Artisan Series Tilt-Head Stand Mixer delivered the best performance of the mixers we tested. With more than 20 available colors and a classic profile, you’ll want to keep this tilt-head mixer on display in your kitchen.
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KitchenAid Professional 600 Series 6-Quart Stand Mixer
Best stand mixer for large batches
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If you prefer a bowl-lift mixer because it feels sturdier, the KitchenAid Professional 600 Series is a solid upgrade option from the Artisan series. It has a bigger stainless steel bowl and a more powerful motor that can handle bigger batches and recipes.
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Cuisinart SM-50
Best affordable stand mixer
Cuisinart SM-50 5.5 - Quart Stand Mixer
AmazonThe Cuisinart SM-50 outperformed all of the cheaper mixers we tested, so if you’re looking to upgrade your baking or cooking tools without stretching your budget too much, it’s a great choice.
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KitchenAid Artisan 5-Quart Stand Mixer
Jonathan Bender/CNN UnderscoredThe KitchenAid Artisan Series Tilt-Head Stand Mixer bested the competition in each of our three recipe tests, mixing, kneading and whipping more effectively than the other mixers we examined — no surprise from the latest iteration of a design that’s been around for a century.
The KitchenAid stood out as the best in class when it came to mixing and kneading dough. The paddle easily creamed butter and sugar, then gently folded in chips and dried fruit. Slack dough came together quickly, and the bread loaf had a crackly crust surrounding a soft interior. While it wasn’t the quietest machine we tested, the noise didn’t stop a conversation at normal volume, and the motor didn’t sound like it was laboring.
The stainless steel bowl locked in and out of place quickly, and the handle was easy to grip. The 10-speed gear shifter slid with a smooth motion, and the clearly differentiated speeds all proved useful. It could gently mix at low speeds and whip at high speeds.
The KitchenAid comes with a full set of accessories that will get you started baking or mixing right out of the box; we were impressed with the simplicity of attaching and removing these during our time with the mixer, and with the versatility the wide range of available tools gives the mixer.
The powder-coated aluminum dough hook and paddle are sturdy and dishwasher-safe, while the whip (which, as is the case with nearly every other mixer whip attachment, has to be hand-washed) produced light, fluffy frosting that was smooth and evenly mixed. The included pouring shield had a wide mouth for adding flour while the mixer was running, and it kept splatter in the bowl during our tests.
A strength of the KitchenAid mixer lineup is that it’s easy to extend it to do a huge range of kitchen tasks. Dozens of attachments are available, ranging from alternative beaters and paddles that you can use in the bowl to full-fledged appliance replacements that attach to the mixer’s front-mounted “power hub” port. A flex edge beater (with a built-in scraper that moves along the sides of the bowl while mixing) is a good first addition, and from there you can purchase devices that do everything from shredding and spiralizing vegetables to rolling out pasta, grinding flour or meat, or making ice cream
The KitchenAid is on the heavier side at 26 pounds, but the weight gives it stability that is worth the extra effort in moving it around the kitchen. The mixer has the heft to handle up to 9 cups of flour without sliding around the counter.
It’s available in more than 20 colors ranging from mineral water blue to feather pink and a variety of bowl materials and designs from glass to ceramic with a floral motif. With a mix of colors and top-notch performance, the KitchenAid 5-Quart Artisan Series Tilt-Head Stand Mixer lets you have a showpiece and workhorse in the same machine.
KitchenAid Professional 600 Series 6-Quart Stand Mixer
Jonathan Bender/CNN UnderscoredIf you bake more than twice a week, find yourself regularly hosting large family gatherings or needing to make big batches of cookies (anything above four dozen), the KitchenAid Professional 600 Series is worth stretching your budget. One important note: The Professional 600 Series mixer is 17 inches tall, so you might want to measure the space between your countertop and upper cabinets before purchasing.
The 6-quart bowl can work through enough dough to make 13 dozen cookies or mash up to 8 pounds of potatoes, so you can tackle everyday tasks in between big holiday gatherings. The bowl has a solid U-shaped handle. It snaps securely into place and can then be raised or lowered with the bowl lift handle.
The dough hook sat slightly too far above the base of the bowl when it came out of the box, but that was easy to remedy by using a flathead screwdriver to adjust the set screw that sits behind the bowl in the stem of the mixer.
The bowl mixer worked well when there were a lot of ingredients in the bowl. The cookie dough was even without being dense. There were chips and fruit in each bite of cookie, a trick that other mixers couldn’t manage. In short, this machine is built to get through big batches of dough.
A quick wipe with a damp cloth got the mixer clean. The wire whip needs to be hand-washed, and while the other accessories (dough hook and paddle) could be cleaned in the dishwasher, it was just as easy to rinse them in the sink, as dough didn’t stick to the powder coating.
Cuisinart SM-50 Stand Mixer
Jonathan Bender/CNN UnderscoredThe Cuisinart SM-50 mixed significantly better than any of the ultra-budget mixers we tested. Although it didn’t do as well as the top performers, for those looking to spend a bit less it can likely do everything you need. The more we worked with it, the more we liked it.
The 12-speed motor provided a surprising amount of power without being noisy, working quickly through thick cookie dough and slack bread dough. The whisk, however, didn’t live up to the other accessories. The size was a bit too big for the 5.5-quart bowl — adding powdered sugar was messy — and we had to stop whipping several times to scrape down the bowl. Once the butter was incorporated, the Cuisinart produced light and fluffy frosting with a great texture.
At slightly over 18 pounds, it was easy to lift on and off the counter yet still sturdy enough to remain in place when mixing a bowl full of ingredients.
The Cuisinart SM-50 has a three-year limited warranty, comes in 11 color options, has appealing styling (the chrome bubble on the head reminded us of a character from the Among Us viral video game) and there are five additional attachments available if you want to extend its usefulness. It may not be cheap at $250, but nothing cheaper was as satisfying to use. If you’re looking to get into baking and don’t want to stretch your budget too much, the SM-50 makes sense.
There are two common types of stand mixers: tilt-head and bowl-lift stand mixers. A tilt-head stand mixer has a hinged top so you can swing the head up to place a bowl in the base or add ingredients. A bowl-lift mixer has a fixed head and a lever that lets you raise or lower the bowl.
With a tilt-head mixer, you’ll have more space to swap out accessories or scrape down the sides of the bowl while the mixer is off. But if you’ll be fine-tuning your recipes or need to add ingredients while a mixer is running, you may find a bowl-lift mixer to be a better option because there is more space between the bowl and the bottom of the mixer head. A bowl-lift mixer may also provide more stability when a mixer is churning through heavier dough, whereas a tilt-head mixer may vibrate or move up and down slightly as the motor has to work harder.
A pair of heavy-duty mixers that we tested — the Bosch Universal and Ankarsrum Original — have a motor in the base and a bowl that slides on top; this design leaves the top open for adding ingredients.
You’ll also want to think about whether your mixer will stay on the counter or be tucked away in a pantry or cabinet. The stand mixers we tested ranged in height from 10.3 inches to 19 inches tall. While they all fit underneath a standard set of cabinets, the weight proved to be a more significant factor.
The Dash, at just under 3 pounds, was easily portable. The KitchenAid Professional 600 Series at 29 pounds took some arm muscle to lift on and off the counter. The heavier mixers were better at handling bigger batches of ingredients because the weight helped them stay in place on the counter once the motor was on. If your mixer is going to live on the counter, it might be a nice accent piece or colorful addition to your kitchen. Mixers have expanded past chrome, white or black and now come in a wide range of pastel or bright hues.
Stand mixers can become trusty kitchen partners and help save you time and sore forearms with mixing and kneading. If you regularly make cookies or bread, consider a stand mixer with a stronger motor (325 watts or above) and a bit more weight for stability.
Most of the machines we looked at ship with three accessories: a paddle for mixing, a dough hook for kneading and a whisk attachment for whipping. Check to see what’s included before purchasing and what’s available as an add-on.
The major brands offer bowls in different materials (glass, ceramic or stainless steel) as well as attachments that allow your stand mixer to function as a grinder or pasta roller, or even replace other appliances, such as an ice cream maker, blender or food processor.
KitchenAid in particular has a very large range of attachments, both for the bowl and the front-mounted “power hub” motor port common to its mixers. Bosch and Ankarsrum accessories take advantage of the base-mounted motor design and offer blender, food processor and juicer attachments that work much like their stand-alone counterparts.
You can clean the base and the head of your mixer with a wet dish towel. Keep in mind that tilt-head mixers might have more open spaces where dry ingredients can get caught.
While you will have to hand-wash your whisks (soak them in warm water and dish soap first to break down frosting or whipped cream), it’s fairly standard for a mixer to otherwise have attachments and a bowl that are dishwasher-safe.
If you’re looking for peace of mind on what can be a big investment, every mixer we tested had a replacement warranty of at least one year, with the Ankarsrum Original offering a seven-year warranty on its motor.
After looking at well-reviewed and best-selling models, we treated nine stand mixers as if it were the holidays and a lot of family were coming over for dinner. Over the course of a month, we tested the same recipes for buttercream frosting, a crusty loaf of bread and dried apricot and white chocolate chip cookies on each machine.
The mixers ranged in price from $50 to $700, and their performance was as varied as you might expect. We looked at different design styles and various configurations, including tilt-head and bowl-lift mixers, and were delighted that the mixers came in as many colors as the food dye we used for the frosting.
We also considered how easy it was to get a mixer up and running, how well it operated once we started adding ingredients to the bowl and how hard it was to clean up everything when we were done. Here are the criteria we used in testing each model:
- Mixing paddle: We looked at how well it creamed butter and sugar, incorporated eggs and distributed chips and fruit in a white chocolate chip and dried apricot cookie dough.
- Dough hook: We examined how quickly bread dough came together, the elasticity of the dough and the crumb and quality of the finished crusty boule.
- Whisk: We used a buttercream frosting to test the ability to whip together ingredients to create a fluffy, smooth topping and the effectiveness of the pour shield or splatter guard.
- Getting started: We considered how hard it was to use or remove attachments, as well as slide a bowl on and off a mixer.
- Speed settings: While most mixers have guides for what speed to use for a task, we also considered the total number of speeds and if there was a meaningful difference between speeds.
- Stability: We weighed the balance of how heavy a mixer is when you’re lifting it on and off the kitchen counter and whether it has enough heft to stay still while mixing at high speeds.
- Space considerations: All of the models fit under a standard countertop, but we tested both tilt-head and bowl-lift mixers.
- Materials: Here, we compared the size and materials used for the bowl as well as the included attachments.
- Sound: We listened to the volume of each machine to see if we could still hold a conversation while it was running and if it sounded like the motor was laboring.
- Ease of cleanup: We considered whether attachments and the bowl were dishwasher-safe as well as whether or not flour or other powdery ingredients got trapped in the body of the mixer based on its shape.
- We looked at whether there are more colors or different bowl materials available as well as additional attachments that can increase the functionality of a mixer.
- Mixers can be costly, so we noted the length of each model’s warranty.
This mixer scored on the lower end in performance. The tilt head released with a nifty lever but an ominous clank. Unlike the KitchenAid, the Aucma struggled to evenly mix ingredients. It was loud when whipping frosting, and we had to stop repeatedly to scrape down the sides of the bowl. Thick cookie dough had the small tilt mixer rocking slightly, although the compact mixer was able to knead bread dough together after initially struggling to pull the wet dough off the sides of the bowl.
If you’re looking for a mixer to complete the look of your kitchen, the Aucma is adorable, with a glowing LED speed knob and colors fit for Hello Kitty’s kitchen. And if you don’t want to leave it out, the tilt-head mixer is also lightweight at less than 12 pounds and has a large 6.5 quart bowl with two handles.
The Smeg stand mixer looks like a high-performance race car with sleek lines and chrome accents. It was portable and easy to operate out of the box, but it didn’t quite perform at the same level as our top mixers despite a similar price tag.
Smeg’s “Smooth Start” feature means the motor gradually accelerates to the speed you set on the dial (up to 10). While this felt choppy at first and ingredients didn’t combine as quickly, the mixer was effective once it got up to speed.
The bread hook and whisk attachments had heft and were up to the task of kneading bread dough and whipping frosting. The paddle left a bit more cookie dough at the bottom of the bowl than we’d like, and didn’t evenly distribute the chips and dried fruit as well as our top picks.
The glossy exterior, while beautiful (and the Smeg is available in a bunch of attractive finishes), tended to show smudges after cleaning. Smeg offers a range of accessories (including pasta makers, a grinder, a slicer and a grater), though not quite as extensive as that available for the more established KitchenAid, Bosch or Ankarsrum machines.
The handle — reminiscent of a giant hand mixer — makes it easier to carry. But even with suction cup feet, the Hamilton Beach doesn’t have the weight to mix ingredients well. It bucked up and chipped the plastic splash guard while trying to plow through a big mound of cookie dough. The frosting was slightly grainy, and the bread was too dense. The bowl’s base, with grooves for locking in place, took extra time to clean.
The Bosch Universal Plus consistently ranked near the top of the models we tested in terms of performance, but the plastic bowl, the need to hand-wash attachments and the fact that neither cookie paddles nor the heavy-duty mount for them were included at a price point equivalent to the KitchenAid Artisan kept it from topping the charts.
The Universal Plus (which Bosch has made since 1952) uses a very different design from KitchenAid-style machines, with the motor in the base and the bowl mounted from the top; the accessories mount on a central column that attaches at the center of the bowl. This makes for a squatter machine that is deeper than it is tall, unlike the KitchenAid.
The shorter profile holds a robust 500-watt motor with four distinct speeds and a pulse option. On the plus side, the wide 6.5-quart plastic bowl offers plenty of room to add ingredients around the attachments that snap onto a central column. The attachments, though, are all hand-wash, which made for a bit more work than the other models we tested.
The Bosch is a great performer, and just like the KitchenAid it shone with bread dough, quickly kneading it into shape with good elasticity. The Bosch produced light and airy frosting, although some powdered sugar got stuck to the central column just out of the double whisks’ reach. It handled cookie dough well with an even distribution of the chips and fruit. At 17 pounds, the mixer stayed in place (it has suction cup feet for extra grip) but could still be moved without too much effort.
A three-year warranty on the motor, along with more than 20 available accessories (the bottom drive means there are attachments that convert the device to a full-fledged blender and food processor) means the Bosch could happily live in your kitchen for quite a while. If the design appeals to you but you prefer a stainless steel bowl, a version is available for $60 more, though with the same limited accessories as the less expensive version.
This 3-pound micro mixer has some nice touches — a base that slides to allow you to negotiate around big lumps — and a dishwasher-safe bowl and attachments, but it performs like an undersized hand mixer. The instructions warn you not to add too many ingredients or use it for longer than three minutes at a time. Based on the noise of the motor, this seems like sage advice. Large batches of frosting didn’t whip, and our bread dough didn’t come together evenly. If you were making only single servings, the Dash might make sense, but you’re likely better off finding a new hand mixer or used stand mixer in an online marketplace.
With a variable speed motor and an 8-quart bowl, the Ankarsrum Original Kitchen Machine feels like a commercial kitchen’s mixer that accidentally got shipped to your house. The Swedish mixer, which debuted in 1940, arrives with a hardcover recipe guide, two bowls and a recommendation (take the recommendation) that you watch a YouTube video before using it.
While the bevy of attachments and options seem daunting, the learning curve isn’t steep. A scraper slots in underneath the arm that holds the dough hook and dough roller, which worked together effectively to knead and mix dough in the 8-quart stainless steel bowl. The single-wire beaters quickly creamed butter and sugar for the frosting, but it was difficult to add dry ingredients without getting them on top of the central mixing widget above the included 6.5-quart plastic bowl.
The most expensive mixer we tested, the Ankarsrum Original was quiet and amply powered at 600 watts. The mixer comes with a seven-year warranty for the motor and can take on a wide range of kitchen tasks. You can purchase an extensive range of attachments that let you use it as a juicer, pasta roller, grain mill, blender and more. It’s a fit for bakers making large batches of bread or baked goods several times a week, but it’s probably more machine than you need on your counter.
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How to choose a good mixer in 2022?
When choosing a good mixer, pay attention to the availability of attachments, functions, durability, and so on:
- It is best to purchase a mixer from a well-known brand. The fact is that it provides for a large number of rotating elements, there is an electric motor, gears and so on. If the assembly of the product is of poor quality, then it will not work very efficiently, moreover, the mixer will quickly fail;
- Nozzles should be made of stainless steel, as they can withstand cleaning by any means, even in the dishwasher. They are harmless and do not emit harmful compounds into the mixed products;
- The presence of various additional functions allows you to get rid of the purchase of other kitchen equipment such as blenders;
- When buying a mixer, be sure to check if it is a defective product. It is possible that even at idle, the nozzles will cling to the bowl, the operating mode switch will jam.
The top 10 ranking lists the most popular mixers, according to users, which are equipped with a large number of functions and are of excellent build quality. It will help you choose the best model, which will be equipped with only the most necessary, will have an ideal price-quality ratio.
Top 10 mixers for home use in 2022
10. Kelli KL-5071
The device is capable of mixing and whipping food, regardless of their viscosity. The whisk rotates using planetary technology, so kneading the dough, even the steepest, takes a minimum amount of time. With this technique, you can almost instantly prepare a cream or sauce. The product is equipped with a sufficiently powerful brushless motor, the power of which is 500W. It practically does not overheat during operation, it is able to function for a long time without stopping. The possibilities of the mixer are very wide. The product comes with a bowl made of high-quality stainless steel with a food-grade coating. Its capacity is 3.5 liters, so you can put a large number of products there.
The bowl can be removed if needed and is easy to clean. In addition, stainless steel does not react with any kind of food. The design provides for the possibility of adjusting the inclination of the working part - it will be very convenient when kneading the dough. The mixer is quite heavy: its weight is 2.5 kg, but it belongs to the stationary options, so there is no need to hold it in your hands. The speeds are adjustable in steps, there are only five of them, there is a special lever that allows you to move the bowl. Two dough hooks and two beaters are supplied with the machine. All of them are also made of stainless steel. The design looks very attractive, so it will easily fit into the interior of any kitchen.
Advantages:
- Manufactured from high quality and durable materials;
- Equipped with high power brushless motor;
- Long service life;
- Includes large stainless steel bowl;
- The bowl can be tilted if necessary.
Faults:
- Quite noisy;
- Quite expensive.
Kelli KL-5071
9. Kitfort KT-1343
Planetary type device, which differs from similar products in very compact dimensions, so it can be stored in a small kitchen cabinet. When working with such a mixer, the housewives will not worry that it will take up the entire space of the desktop. If necessary, it can be used to mix large volumes of even heavy dough. The mixer is designed as standard - it has a base for installing a bowl, the engine compartment is hinged here. There are sockets for installing nozzles, speed control is located on the right side of the front side of the device. The mixer is made in black, coffee or light blue color. The body is entirely made of high quality plastic with a matte finish. Outside, it is processed carefully, the assembly is also very good - no backlashes and gaps between the elements were found.
The height of the socket for the bowl is about 2. 5 cm. It fits into place quite tightly, during operation it does not oscillate and does not vibrate. Ventilation openings are provided on the sides, which serve to quickly cool the engine. The length of the power cable is quite acceptable for both compact and spacious kitchens. There are suction cups on the bottom that provide good stability even on an inclined surface. The engine compartment leans back if necessary. The device has two drive shafts that transmit torque to the nozzles. The nozzles themselves are fixed in the sockets as a standard - they are pressed in manually in accordance with the existing protrusions.
Advantages:
- Relatively compact overall dimensions;
- Easy to use;
- Decent workmanship and assembly of the device;
- Works effectively even with fairly dense dough;
- Can be used for small quantities of food;
- The bowl is provided with a handle.
Faults:
- Stirrer does not pick up things that stick to the sides of the bowl.
Kitfort KT-1343
8. Home Element HE-KP801
A very compact hand-held product that can be used to instantly stir liquids, stir eggs, whip cream or puree. The product comes with a standard set of nozzles - a pair of hooks and whisks. The latter are just perfect for making batter, for example, for pancakes and pancakes. The control of the mixer is very simple, mechanical type. There are as many as seven speed modes that are switched directly on the handle. The switch is located under the thumb, thanks to which it will be very easy to choose the most suitable rotation speed of the nozzles, depending on the consistency of the products. The rated power of the electric motor for this model is 300 W, the product works from the mains.
The length of the power cable is as much as 2 meters - you do not have to work with the product in close proximity to the socket. On the body there is a mechanical button for extracting nozzles, thanks to which it will be even easier to take care of the structure. The case is made of high quality plastic, has a well-thought-out ergonomics. The mixer can easily fit into the interior of any kitchen, while it has a compact size, its weight is only 0.7 kg. It is easy to work with, but the manufacturer does not recommend using the device for more than three minutes, after which you will have to take a break of 15 minutes so that the motor has time to cool.
Advantages:
- One of the cheapest devices in our review;
- Attractive appearance;
- Seven speed rotation;
- Body fits comfortably in the hand;
- Not too loud.
Flaws:
- Vibrates a lot;
- The eject button is a little stuck at first.
Home Element Mixer HE-KP801
7. Centek CT-1126
This model of kitchen appliances is equipped with a very convenient mechanical speed switch located on the handle of the device. There are five operating modes in total. In order to mix a large volume of products as quickly as possible, the mixer is equipped with a turbo mode. The maximum comfort of operation is provided thanks to function of soft start. The electric motor starts without jerks, the body does not twitch in the hand. The device is equipped with a brushless electric motor of decent power, the motor is characterized by a decent service life, it can easily work even with steep and dense dough. This mixer is perfect for making smoothies, various kinds of cocktails, creams, sauces.
Mixer will not slip even with wet hands. The handle has carefully thought-out ergonomics. It fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, regardless of its size. There is also a button on the case for instant extraction of nozzles. Whisks and hooks for mixing dough are made of special food grade stainless steel and can be placed in the dishwasher. The product operates on a standard power supply. The body is made of high-quality plastic, its elements are tightly fitted to each other, so that the mixer is not subject to all sorts of deformations and mechanical damage.
Advantages:
- Decent power of the electric motor installed in the mixer;
- Works very effectively with any kind of product;
- Stylish appearance and thoughtful ergonomics;
- Acceptable cost;
- Very convenient to use.
Disadvantages:
- The quality of the beaters leaves much to be desired.
Centek Mixer CT-1126
6. Moulinex HM 4121
The build quality of this mixer is quite high. Despite the fact that only plastic is used in the design of the product, the manufacturing company was able to produce fairly reliable products. It has excellent strength, has a very interesting design and reliability.
Mixer bowl prevents splashing of food when whipping or stirring food. Only two standard nozzles are supplied with this mixer. Additional accessories can be purchased if necessary. The shape of the device is quite ergonomic.
Advantages:
- Very nice design that will look good in the kitchen interior;
- Perfectly thought out and very comfortable shape of both the mixer itself and the bowl;
- Can be easily dismantled if needed for easy cleaning;
- The assembly is of high quality - this greatly increases the service life.
Disadvantages:
- No significant deficiencies were found in the equipment during testing.
Moulinex HM 4121
5. Bosch MF 36460
This model is one of the most popular from this manufacturer. The mixer has a reliable electric motor, the power of which is 450 W, there is a switch with five positions and a turbo mode. All elements are made of hygienic plastic, which provides not only ease of use, but also makes the products not too expensive. No special additional features are provided in this mixer, which is not surprising at its price.
Advantages:
- High build quality;
- Very handy bowl that prevents food from splashing while mixing or whipping;
- The mixer is rather quiet for its power;
- Very easy to use.
Faults:
- Small power cord - if there is no outlet nearby, the mixer will not be very usable.
Bosch MF 36460
4. STARWIND SPM5183/5184/5185/5189
Another fairly reliable and durable planetary mixer. It is characterized by decent dimensions, so the hostess needs to immediately think about where the product will be located and stored. The mass of the device is also quite impressive - one motor unit weighs about 4 kg. The device looks very stylish, so it will fit well into any kitchen interior. The motor unit is housed in a case made of matte dark red plastic, on which dust and other contaminants are practically invisible. The control levers are finished in silver, which also adds to the attractiveness of the mixer. The speeds are adjustable step by step, there is a button that fixes the folding part of the product. At the bottom there is a socket for installing the bowl. It fastens securely, there were no backlashes during testing.
On the bottom side there are six rubber feet with suction cups, there are also slots for removing hot air from the engine. The length of the power cable is quite decent - it is quite enough for using the mixer in domestic conditions. The drive shaft is made of special stainless steel, a transverse pin is pressed into it for reliable fixation of the nozzles, so there is no need to worry that they can fly off during the operation of the device. The bowl is also made of stainless steel, and it is characterized by a decent volume - about 5.5 liters. In its central part there is a protrusion made in the shape of a cone, so even small amounts of products can be whipped in it.
Advantages:
- Very stylish and attractive appearance;
- Adheres well to table surfaces;
- Reliable and high quality workmanship;
- Long supply cable;
- Even small volumes of products can be handled.
Faults:
- The manufacturer did not adjust the kneading body too well;
- Increasing the rotational speed of the machine significantly increases the noise level.
Mixer STARWIND SPM5183/5184/5185/5186/5187/5189
Using this technique, it will be possible to make dough of any density, in a matter of minutes you can mix different products, turning them into a homogeneous mass. The engine here is quite powerful, so all the processes will not take too much time. Users note that the device works quite quietly, it also has a simple control system. The mechanical scroll wheel allows you to choose the most suitable speed for whisks or hooks. It has clear graphics.
The mixer comes with a fairly large bowl made of food-grade stainless steel. This material is not sensitive to oxidative processes, is not prone to various kinds of mechanical damage, does not absorb odors and retains its original color over time, does not affect the taste of products. The case is made of durable plastic; if various contaminants appear, you can clean it with a damp sponge or soft cloth. The upper part, if necessary, is lifted up to change the working elements. On the underside, there are four rubberized feet that provide stability on any surface.
Benefits:
- Beats and mixes absolutely any product;
- Stationary type with planetary nozzle rotation;
- Food bowl is quite capacious, made of high quality material;
- Very affordable price.
Faults:
- There is a plastic smell at first, but it quickly dissipates.
VITEK VT-1441
2. Gemlux GL-SM5
This product, despite its high price, takes second place in the ranking of the best models of mixers and rightfully so. This product has eight work settings, three nozzles are included in the kit. It is equipped with a very comfortable and deep bowl with a volume of about 4.5 liters. The body is painted in a rather attractive color, which allows the mixer to fit perfectly into the interior of the kitchen.
Advantages:
- Beautiful appearance;
- High power;
- Pulse mode available;
- High quality tips;
- Spacious bowl.
Disadvantages:
- If it breaks, it will be difficult to find spare parts for it;
- High cost.
Mixer Gemlux GL-SM5
1. Oberhof Breth C-34
The model from the leading German brand Oberhof Breth C-34 leads in our ranking of the best planetary mixers for home. The multifunctional device has a stylish black plastic case, is endowed with a significant power of 1000 W, 6 speeds and three nozzles for different types of work of any level of complexity. The bowl with a capacity of 5 liters is made of reliable stainless steel, a blocking of the base is provided, which adds convenience when operating at high speeds. With the help of such a kitchen appliance, you can cook for several people. The device allows you to quickly and easily knead dough, including hard dough, make cocktails, whip mousses, creams and any components.
Innovative dual cooling technology is responsible for the safety of operation, which eliminates damage to equipment due to overheating. Anti-slip feet give the device stability.
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Advantages:
- 6 speeds and pulse mode;
- Double dough hook;
- 360 agitation with full tank capture;
- Simulation of manual kneading;
- Dual cooling system;
- High power;
- Smooth speed change;
- Quiet operation.
Drawbacks:
- None.
Planetary mixer OBERHOF Breth C-34
Conclusions and video how to choose a mixer
It makes no sense to buy an expensive mixer, especially if it is not used daily. It is much better to give preference to an inexpensive, but very high-quality model, among which there are also very powerful products.
However, the mixer is a multifunctional product that can replace a blender and other kitchen appliances. Therefore, it is best to choose a device that is of high build quality so that it will last for as long as possible.
rating of reliable, powerful, modern kitchen models for whipping cream, proteins, dough The device has a lot of rotating internal parts, the build quality of which should be on top. It should not be too large so that there is enough space on the kitchen table. The article presents a rating of the best mixers for various kitchen preparations.
VITEK VT-1426
Vitek hand mixer has 6 speeds. For increased loads, it is possible to activate the turbo mode. The case of the device consists of hard plastic, for changing speeds there is a convenient mechanical switch on it. Mains power 220 V. Cord length - 1.2 meters.
Bosch MFQ 2210
Kitchen appliance from the well-known Bosch brand is suitable for whipping and mixing pastry mixtures. Mixer power - 375 W, powered by 220 V. The kit includes nozzles for whipping dough and whisks for kneading. The body is made of plastic.
REDMOND RHM-M2104
Produced in Russia, the Redmond mixer has 5 different modes, made of stainless steel combined with plastic. Develops rotation speed up to 11,000 rpm. The power of 500 W is enough for whipping and mixing solid foods. To protect against overheating, there is an automatic shutdown function.
Stationary
Stationary devices are required for whipping, mixing and grinding products of any consistency. The main advantage of such a mixer is automatic operation in the set mode. The mixer is mounted on the table along with the food bowl. More models are presented in a separate ranking of planetary mixers.
Kitfort KT-1348
This model is well suited for mixing different ingredients, whipping egg whites or cream. Its power of 1200 W and volumetric dimensions allow you to easily prepare mashed potatoes, mousse, cream, pancake dough and dumplings. The steel bowl holds 7 liters of food.
Gemlux GL-SM-88R
The Gemlux kitchen appliance is able to knead dough, proteins, creams and creams with high quality. The mixer will be a great helper in the kitchen, preparing all the ingredients for home baking. The all-metal drive guarantees the reliability of the device, and ensures long-term operation without overheating.
KitchenAid 5KSM3311XE
This kitchen appliance is distinguished by its small size. The body is made of lightweight metal alloy and weighs approximately 20% less than the competition. The large bowl holds 3.3 liters of food. This is enough to mix 2 kg of dough or beat 8 egg whites.
Powerful professional
Professional mixers are powerful and durable. Such devices are designed for intensive continuous work in production. For example, if you need to knead the dough for a long time.
STARWIND SPM7161/7167/7169
The Starwind stand mixer has a high power of 1600 watts, which is enough to work with the densest mixtures of products. The set comes with 3 nozzles. The stainless steel bowl holds 5.5 liters of various mixes.
Aksinya KS-407
The kitchen appliance works on a planetary mixing system. Thanks to her, whipping is carried out throughout the steel bowl. Volume - 5 liters. The power of 1200 W is more than enough for mixing dough, puree and confectionery. Included are nozzles for beating eggs and cream. If set incorrectly, an automatic lock is triggered.
FIRST AUSTRIA FA-5259
The First Austria dough mixer will be a great helper for any housewife. The main purpose of this device is to produce different types of creams and dough. Mixes all kinds of mixtures without lumps. It is supplied with a volume five-liter bowl from stainless steel for kneading more than 1,5 kg of the test.
For whipping cream
For whipping mixtures, it is best to choose a powerful mixer with several speeds. The addition will be the presence of whisks for different types of creams. The consistency should be homogeneous and without lumps.
Kitfort KT-1337
The Kitfort immersion mixer is perfect for making creams and pastry mixes. Relatively high power of 600 W and a choice of 6 speeds will make this appliance indispensable in the kitchen. Provides smooth switching speeds with backlight. The volume of the bowl is 4 liters.
Gemlux GL-SM5.2
The Gemlux desktop planetary device is designed for kneading creams and yeast doughs of various viscosities. Engine power - 1000 watts. It has 6 rotation speeds and a "pulse" mode for short-term activation at maximum power. It comes with a wire whisk and a double hook for efficient mixing.
Bosch MFQ 3010
Budget hand mixer from the well-known Bosch brand is well suited for whipping cream. A special button is provided on the body for removing and replacing the nozzle. There are 2 rotation speeds and a turbo mode to increase power. The body is made of impact-resistant plastic.
For kneading dough
For kneading dough and dense mixtures, you need a powerful mixer with special attachments. Additional high-speed modes will not interfere to achieve the desired consistency of the product.
Kitfort KT-1343
The modern and stylish Kitfort planetary mixer will help you mix mixtures of different consistency. They can prepare dough for dumplings and pies, beat eggs and cream. For this, a 1000 W motor is installed in the device.
Bosch MFQ 36480
The power of the Bosch mixer is enough to knead loose dough. Comes with a food grinder. Comes with a rubberized handle for a comfortable grip. Weighs only 2.3 kg.
KitchenAid 5KSM125E
This multifunctional kitchen appliance can be used to knead and whip pastry doughs and creams. Comes with 3 nozzles and a 4.8 liter bowl.
Top manufacturers
There are several leading brands on the mixer market that are top sellers, set trends and expand their range of kitchen appliances every year.