Top ten mixers
Best stand mixer 2022: the mixers to make home baking a triumph
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Choose the best stand mixer to add a stylish new accessory to your kitchen counters, and power through even multi-tiered cakes and large loaves. In this guide, we've tested models from KitchenAid, Smeg, Cuisinart and more, in order to establish which style is most suited to your home. Even better, most of them come in a wonderful selection of colors and styles, so that you can pick your favorite.
Baking is one of the best hobbies to pick up. Not only does it offer a mindful way to pass a few hours, but the end result is always delicious. But, baking can be tough on the arms and very time-consuming if you plan on doing it by hand. One of the best stand mixers will take the tricky parts out of home baking and save your arms from aching, leaving you with all the fun of decorating and taste-testing.
Our top pick is the iconic KitchenAid Artisan, which has a five-quart mixing bowl that can accommodate enough cake batter to make at least two tiers at once. When we put it to the test, it impressed us not only with its brilliant, colorful finishes, but also with its range of tools to whisk eggs, fold in flour and knead bread dough. When you've chosen your mixer, you can also pair it with one of the best blenders to coordinate your appliances by brand and color.
Best stand mixers 2022
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1. KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Qt. Stand Mixer
Best stand mixer overall
Specifications
Dimensions: 14.3 x 9.3 x 14 inches
Colors: countless
Attachments: dough hook, flat beater, wire whisk
Reasons to buy
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Comes in an endless range of colors
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Highly capable of many kitchen tasks
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Buy more attachments to expand its capabilities
Reasons to avoid
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Not the largest capacity
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Tried and loved by us, the KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Qt.
Stand Mixer needs no introduction. It has a stainless steel bowl, but you can buy accessories to customize your mixer to your personal style.
Why we love it
Not only is this classic stand mixer a statement piece in any kitchen, but it's also a real workhorse too. There are six speed settings and the tilt-head will allow you to easily add ingredients and switch out your attachments.
This stand mixer comes with all the attachments you need for most of your baking needs. That includes a wire whisk for beating eggs, a flat beater for integrating cake batter, and a dough hook to work your bread dough.
We were particularly impressed by the flat beater that comes with the KitchenAid Artisan. It creamed together our sugar and butter with minimal intervention before we added our eggs and flour to make easy loaf cakes. The dough hook needed a little more supervision on larger loaves, but it's perfectly suitable for your brioche or sourdough.
Need to know
The Artisan is made in the USA, and it's a seriously high-quality machine for the money.
You may find the 5-quart capacity is a little lacking for the largest cakes you could hope to make, but for most home chefs, it's a top choice.
Our full KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer review has more information
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2. Cuisinart Precision Stand Mixer
Best stand mixer for baking bread
Specifications
Dimensions: 16.5 x 11.2 x 15.9 inches
Colors: 6
Attachments: Dough hook, whisk, flat beater
Reasons to buy
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Value for money
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Larger-than-average capacity
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12 speeds for added precision
Reasons to avoid
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Less color options than the KitchenAid
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The KitchenAid vs Cuisinart debate is always tight, but if value for money is your number one consideration then the Cuisinart Precision Stand Mixer is a brilliant choice.
It comes in six colors: periwinkle blue, white, silver, red, black and robin's egg green, and has an extra half quart on the KitchenAid Artisan at 5.5-quarts total.
Why we love it
Where it really excelled was heavy-duty tasks like kneading bread, and the design is noticeably sturdy. The dial makes it very easy to adjust the speed mid-mix, and the bowl is larger than the KitchenAid Artisan by a half a quart.
There are also more speed settings than the KitchenAid; 12 in total. It's controlled by a simple side dial and packs 500 watts of power. The side dial is very easy to use, and we enjoyed the slow-start design that helps to avoid creating a cloud of icing sugar or flour in your kitchen.
Need to know
When we put the Cuisinart Precision to the test we found that it had the tendency to leave some ingredients stuck to the side of the bowl, so we had to go in and remove it to fully incorporate our ingredients.
Our Cuisinart Precision Stand Mixer review has more information
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KitchenAid Pro Line Series Stand Mixer Best stand mixer for serious or professional bakers
Specifications
Dimensions: W14.6 x D13.3 x h26.4 inches
Colors: Red, black, silver
Attachments: Dough hook, whisk, splash guard, flat beater
Reasons to buy
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Capable of mixing large volumes
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Powerful kneading
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Dishwasher-safe attachments
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Sturdy to use
Reasons to avoid
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The bowl can be tricky to reach into
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When we tried the KitchenAid Pro Line Stand Mixer it impressed us with its sturdy design and capable motor. We made cake and bread, as well as brownies, and found that its design is perfect for serious bakers.
Why we love it
If you have aspirations of making glamorous multi-tiered cakes, or if you like to make large loaves of bread, the KitchenAid Pro Line Stand Mixer is an investment worth making.
It has a bowl-lift design, which means you twist a lever to bring the bowl up to your attachment.
The mixer was able to knead our bread dough until it was smooth and elastic, with no juddering or moving on the kitchen counter. It also had far less trouble with ingredients sticking to the side of the bowl than other stand mixers in our lineup, because the wire whisk is wide and enables a very efficient planetary motion.
Need to know
The bowl-lift design helps to make sure that the KitchenAid Pro Line Stand Mixer is sturdy enough to work with large capacities, but it can make switching out your attachments a little tricky.
Our full KitchenAid Pro Line Stand Mixer review has more information
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4. Smeg Retro Stand Mixer
Best looking stand mixer
Specifications
Dimensions: 8.86 x 15.94 x 14.88 inches
Colors: 7
Attachments: whisk, flat beater, dough hook, pouring shield
Reasons to buy
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Compact
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Sleek look
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Has an express setting
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Matching appliances available
Reasons to avoid
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Only neutral colors available
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A noisy mixer
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Quirky and packed with character, the Smeg Retro Stand Mixer is a capable kitchen assistant, and arguably the most stylish KitchenAid alternative available.
It's larger and more powerful than other options on the market, and unbelievably capable when it comes to mixing
Why we love it
It's got plenty of attachments, including a pouring shield that's designed to stop spills and messes as you bake, and comes in seven lovely colors. There are two different color ranges available, one where the color doesn't extend down the entirety of the stand mixer, instead acting as a pop of color on the tilt-head itself, and one set in which the entire mixer is one color.
We did love how powerful it was, as well as how easily we were able to work the machine thanks to the intuitive layout of the controls. The capacity is also astounding and perfect for anyone who wants to please crowds with their cakes and brownies.
Need to know
When we tested the Smeg Retro Stand Mixer we found it a little large, which makes it perfectly positioned for larger kitchens with sprawling counter space, but too expansive for apartments or tighter spaces.
Our Smeg 1950s Retro Stand Mixer review has more details
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5. KitchenAid Artisan Mini Stand Mixer
Best stand mixer for small kitchens
Specifications
Dimensions: h22.3 x W7.8 x D12.3 inches
Colors: 10
Attachments: flat beater, wire whisk, dough hook
Reasons to buy
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25% smaller than the original Artisan
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Works with other KitchenAid attachments
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Perfectly designed for smaller spaces
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Excelled in our tests
Reasons to avoid
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Limited motor strength
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No bowl handle
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Similar RRP to full-sized model
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The KitchenAid Artisan Mini Stand Mixer is the perfect investment for those with smaller kitchen space to work with.
It is delightfully miniature in comparison to the original model its design is based on, the KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer, and works powerfully to deliver batches of a smaller size.
Why we love it
This mini stand mixer is considerably smaller and lighter than the other KitchenAid models on the market, and yet has considerable power behind it to easily churn through cake batter, dough and more, as we established in our testing process. Plus, you'll get the same wire whisk, flat beater and dough hook as you'd expect with a regular KitchenAid, but they work with the 3.5-quart bowl to make batches of cookies, cake and bread for smaller households. Any attachments that you purchase separately will also still be compatible with this petite model, meaning you can still get the full benefits of the brand.
Need to know
It caps out at 250 watts, which is nearly half that of some more high-end stand mixers, but if you need a smaller size it's a sacrifice worth making.
This smaller model is only $20 cheaper than the full-sized alternative, but it will free up a lot more space on your countertops, and look wonderful while doing so.
Our KitchenAid Artisan Mini Stand Mixer has more information
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6. Wolf Gourmet Stand Mixer
Best stand mixer for sturdy design
Specifications
Dimensions: 14.3 x 9.3 x 14 inches
Colors: brushed stainless steel
Attachments: dough hook, flat beater, wire whisk
Reasons to buy
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Unique twist-up bowl
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Iconic Wolf Gourmet design
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Additional attachment hub
Reasons to avoid
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Only 500 watts of power available
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No enticing color range
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The Wolf Gourmet Stand Mixer looks the part when paired with other Wolf classics, from slow cookers to toasters.
We love the unique twist-up bowl design, which is very sturdy.
Why we love it
The tilt-head is a classic feature of many stand mixers, but it can lead to shakey motions when ramped up to high speeds on the kitchen counter. The Wolf Gourmet Stand Mixer aims to fix this with a special twist-up bowl design. Simply put this bowl in the base and then twist to lower or raise it to the mixer attachments.
The bowl is 6.8 quarts, which is more than capable of taking on very large bakes. There is also a splashguard attachment that slots onto the side of the bowl and prevents any spills and clouds of flour.
Need to know
Because Wolf Gourmet is known for quality and premium designs, we were surprised that it only has a 500-watt motor. It's not bad by any means, and is more powerful than the top-rated KitchenAid Artisan, but if you're kneading large batches of bread you may find the motor lacking when compared to the KitchenAid Professional.
Our review of the Wolf Gourmet stand mixer is currently underway.
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7. KitchenAid Pro 5 Plus Stand Mixer
Best bowl-lift stand mixer
Specifications
Dimensions: 11.3 x 14.9 x 16.5 inches
Colors: 4
Attachments: Flat beater, wire whip, powerknead spiral dough hook
Reasons to buy
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Immense capacity
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Powerful design
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Comes in plenty of colors
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For the experienced home chef
Reasons to avoid
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Expensive
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Serious home chefs or batch bakers will love the KitchenAid Pro 5 Plus Stand Mixer.
Why we love it
It's big, it's powerful and it's got the muscle to work through numerous batches of bread and cookies in one go.
The 5 quart bowl can make 9 batches of cookies in one go and you can make the most of 10 speeds to work on high intensity or more gentle tasks.
The mixer comes with a powerknead dough spiral, but you can pair it with everything from pasta rollers to food processor attachments to make the most of this versatile option. We're quite taken by the Ink Blue color, which is exclusive to Best Buy, but it's also available in red, black and silver.
Need to know
With Professional quality comes professional price, so only invest if you know you'll need something with a large capacity and immense power.
Our review of the KitchenAid Pro 5 Plus Stand Mixer is currently underway.
What is the best stand mixer?
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We have tested or are currently testing every single stand mixer in this guide, meaning we have an informed opinion when it comes to which model is truly the best. With that in mind, we have decided that the best stand mixer in our guide is the KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Qt.
Stand Mixer. It comes in over 42 colors and has a huge range of bowls to switch out your design and achieve your desired look, but it's also very capable of cooking up a storm in the kitchen.
How we tested these stand mixers
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At Homes & Gardens, we believe that the only way we can truly inform you of which appliance is the best is if we have hands-on experience with them ourselves, which is why we've formulated a plan as to how we test different products. We went to lengths to test each of these mixers, some of them simultaneously, so we can establish which performed the best. We also used our testing facility in order to gauge the size, features and maneuverability of these mixers.
When it comes to the tests themselves, we tried these mixers out on three different tasks in order to see the performance of different attachments, as well as the power of the mixers. The tests were made as quantifiable as possible, with recordings of time taken to adequately mix as well as decibel readings.
We also gauged how easy these mixers were to clean as part of this process.
How much should you spend on the best stand mixer?
There's no denying that the very top stand mixers can be expensive. The most expensive one in our guide can cost as much as $500, but it is possible to get a powerful stand mixer for $100 if you are willing to compromise on looks or bowl capacity.
Most stand mixers cost around $300, and if your heart is set on a KitchenAid mixer, the Classic Plus is the cheapest KitchenAid stand mixer you can buy and still features the dough hook for kneading bread, the flat beater for making cookies, and the whisk for cake and buttercream icing.
If you are on a budget and looking to upgrade from your wooden spoon, take a look at the best hand mixer, which cost a lot less but can still power through icing and cake mix with ease.
What to consider when looking for the best stand mixer
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Size matters
How much space do you have to dedicate to a new stand mixer? Some stand mixers come with large mixing bowls and tilt-head designs that won't lift if placed under a cabinet.
Others come with a more compact design, perfect for lifting into shelving units when not in use or leaving in a corner without losing a whole counter in your kitchen.
Looks aren't everything, but they do matter
A stand mixer is a style statement in any kitchen, which is why you'll find one displayed in just about any carefully composed kitchen. Smeg and KitchenAid certainly have the edge on style, but you may end up paying a premium for something that looks the part, when it's got just as much power as a less expensive option.
Price can vary
If you want a top-of-the-range stand mixer, prepare to spend as much as $700 to get it. Some stand mixers cost less than $100, but they are hardly the kitchen workhorses you'll want for serious baking on a regular basis. A good middle ground between power and price is the Cuisinart Precision Stand Mixer, which lacks color options or classic style, but is a favorite with many home bakers and looks lovely too.
The best stand mixer for you and your baking needs really depends on your budget and how often you’ll use this machine. Some mixers come with handy add-ons such as pasta makers and meat grinders to ensure they’re used regularly, but others have detachable mix heads and emphasize their primary function as stand mixers, with compact storage options.
Built to last
One thing’s for sure - you’ll want a stand mixer which lasts the test of time. Some mixers come in durable plastic, but the best stand mixers have durable stainless steel finishes to make them last a lifetime.
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Millie Fender is the Small Appliance and Cooking Editor on the Homes and Gardens Ecommerce team. She specializes in cooking appliances and also reviews outdoor grills and pizza ovens. Millie loves to bake, so she will take any excuse to review stand mixers and other baking essentials. All of Millie's reviews are conducted at home, meaning she uses these products in her own kitchen, the way they're designed to be used. Millie is from Bath, England, and she grew up surrounded by classic Georgian architecture and interiors. She dreams of buying her own house and filling it with antiques, but for now, she lives in a sunny London flat with a very busy kitchen.
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Since KitchenAid pioneered the concept in 1919, the stand mixer has been a kitchen workhorse. It can help you mix a batch of cookies, knead bread dough and whip frosting — and that’s before you purchase attachments for 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.
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.
$449.99 $399.99 at Kitchenaid $399.95 at Williams Sonoma
KitchenAid Professional 600 Series 6-Quart Stand Mixer
Best stand mixer for large batches
Williams-Sonoma
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.
$549.95 at Williams Sonoma
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.
$159.95 at Amazon
KitchenAid Artisan 5-Quart Stand Mixer
Jonathan Bender/CNN Underscored The 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 Underscored If 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 Underscored The 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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TOP-15 best models and which one to choose
A faucet is a plumbing device that is used daily.
Therefore, its choice should be approached responsibly, so as not to regret a low-quality or incorrectly selected product or overspending money.
And so that the selected faucet pleases with reliability and functionality - we studied the market for these devices in 2022, analyzed their features and characteristics, and present to your attention only the best models in terms of price / quality ratio, each of which will give exceptionally positive emotions from its daily use .
Top 15 best basin faucets of 2022
| Designation | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| TOP 4 best basin mixers for 2022 by price/quality | ||
| 1 | Grohe BauClassic 23162000 | Ask for price |
| 2 | VitrA Minimax A41984EXP | Ask for a price |
| 3 | Grohe Eurostyle Cosmopolitan 3246820E | Ask for price |
| 4 | Lemark Unit LM4506C | Ask for price |
| TOP 3 best inexpensive basin mixers | ||
| 1 | Grohe Euroeco 32734000 | Ask for price |
| 2 | VIDIMA Orion B4223AA/BA001AA | Ask for a price |
| 3 | KAISER Merkur 26011 | Ask for price |
| TOP 3 best single lever basin mixers | ||
| 1 | Grohe Concetto 32204001 | Ask for price |
| 2 | Hansgrohe Focus 31517000 | Ask for price |
| 3 | Grohe Eurocube 23132000 | Ask for price |
| TOP 3 best premium basin mixers | ||
| 1 | Lemark Atlantiss LM3209C | Ask for price |
| 2 | Hansgrohe Focus 31518000 | Ask for price |
| 3 | IDDIS Vane YA16177C | Ask for price |
| TOP-2 best mixers with thermostat for kitchen | ||
| 1 | Lemark Thermo LM7736C | Ask for price |
| 2 | AM. | Ask price |
- Grohe BauClassic 23162000
- VitrA Minimax A41984EXP
- Grohe Eurostyle Cosmopolitan 3246820E :
- place of use – shower, washbasin or kitchen faucets usually have different sizes, application features and installation requirements;
- device type - mixers are reliable 2-valve (separate valves for cold and hot water), convenient and practical single-lever, safe thermostatic, able to maintain the desired water temperature, regardless of pressure and temperature drops in pipes, or hygienic and economical contactless;
- Stopcock - Prefer a ceramic cartridge for a single-lever mixer or a wear-resistant (usually also ceramic) gasket for valves;
- product material - the most popular are faucets made of brass (an alloy of copper and zinc), which has good anti-corrosion properties, or stainless steel - a more expensive, but no less durable and attractive option; at the same time, mixers made of rather fragile simulin (an alloy of aluminum and silicon with additives) or plastic that quickly loses its appearance should be avoided, unless the interior of the room involves the use of devices made of rare non-standard materials;
- design and functionality — if an aerator is found on almost all modern faucets, then the presence of a retractable hose can be a decisive factor when purchasing a device for the kitchen, and a magnificent cascading spout is quite able to influence the decision to buy a faucet in the premium zone of an office space.
Top 4 best basin mixers for 2022 by price/quality
Grohe BauClassic 23162000
Stylish, beautiful and compact single-lever faucet with a reliable ceramic cartridge (diameter 28 mm) is installed in one mounting hole (quick installation system) and is equipped with a flexible hose for more convenient water connection .
The smooth body is made of high-quality brass, resistant to corrosion, and has a mirror chrome finish, which has not only a decorative, but also a protective function, namely, protecting the faucet from scratches and damage.
The fixed spout is equipped with an aerator that adds air to the water, making the flow softer and the water flow more economical .
Ceramic cartridge ensures smooth operation and precise mixing of water streams to achieve the desired temperature.
The faucet is particularly stylish and modern due to the narrow pencil handle for precise control of the device.
Features :
- type - single lever;
- check valve - ceramic cartridge;
- body / coating material - brass / chrome;
- spout - traditional;
- optional - aerator;
- dimensions, mm - 107x64x155.
Pros
- easy to handle;
- precise temperature control.
Cons
- glossy surface easily marks;
- is noisy.
VitrA Minimax A41984EXP
Attractive modern faucet made of nickel-plated brass and coated with a durable chrome finish that protects the device from mechanical damage, will fit well into a bathroom equipped in a modern style .
It is worth noting that the chrome-plated surface of this faucet does not tarnish and remains invariably shiny even with the most intensive use.
The faucet is equipped with an aerator with unique NEOPerl technology that cuts through the water jet and fills it with oxygen, while this model is specially designed for use in hard water conditions, therefore, these aerators do not require frequent removal for cleaning .
A special ceramic cartridge allows you to adjust the flow rate and temperature so that the water flow is reduced to 2 liters per minute without loss of quality, convenience and comfort of use.
Features :
- type - single lever;
- check valve - ceramic cartridge;
- body / coating material - brass / chrome;
- spout - traditional;
- optional - aerator;
- dimensions, mm - 145x167x8.2.
Pros
- long and tall spout;
- original design.
Cons
- The shelf above the tap must be placed higher than usual.
Grohe Eurostyle Cosmopolitan 3246820E
The main feature of this faucet is the use of GROHE's own EcoJoy technology in the design, thanks to which the water consumption is reduced by almost half, while the resulting stream will be perceived as rich and plentiful as with a conventional faucet, without feeling limited or lack of water .
Such an approach will not only have a positive impact on the family budget, but will also help to save the environment.
Other than that - traditional German quality, simple one-hole installation system, excellent ceramic cartridge that keeps the lever running smoothly for many years of use even with daily use of the faucet, and a dazzling chrome finish that always shines like new .
It is worth noting the slim ergonomic handle of the switch and the compact size, suitable even for small sinks.
Features :
- type - single lever;
- check valve - ceramic cartridge;
- body / coating material - brass / chrome;
- spout - traditional;
- optional - aerator, eco-mode;
- dimensions, mm - 102x84x157.
Pros
- quality;
- is reliable.
Cons
- expensive.
Lemark Unit LM4506C
Attractive single-lever faucet, made in an extremely attractive and unusual design that will not go unnoticed by guests or household members .
Ideal for high-tech interiors, as it has an overly modern body structure that requires appropriate decoration. The one-piece construction is made of corrosion-resistant brass and topped with a special resistant chrome-plated finish.
Quality cartridge, made in Spain, guarantees comfortable and precise mixing of hot and cold water, and softness of the flow is ensured by the built-in Neoperl Cascade aerator.
Also worth noting is the convenient attachment and the included flexible hose. A nice bonus - the manufacturer gives a 10-year free service even in cases where the owner installed the crane on his own.
Features :
- type - single lever;
- check valve - ceramic cartridge;
- body / coating material - brass / chrome;
- spout - traditional;
- optional - aerator;
- dimensions, mm - 128x79x149.
Pros
- design;
- convenient settings for the water pressure mode.
Cons
- Difficult to maintain due to corners on the faucet.
TOP-3 of the best inexpensive basin faucets
Even famous brands launch devices on the market that are very attractively priced, not burdensome for any budget level. Those who are interested in good, but inexpensive sink faucets should pay attention to the following device models.
Grohe Euroeco 32734000
The compact and inexpensive single-lever faucet from the famous German brand attracts attention with its classic design, small dimensions that allow you to install the device even on the smallest sinks, high-quality materials and the presence of an adjustable water flow restrictor that saves up to 9liters per minute of a valuable resource .
A distinctive feature of the entire collection is the fact that the faucet always dispenses cold water when first turned on, which saves energy and protects hands from burns from boiling water.
The faucet is made of high-quality brass, has a durable protective chrome-plated coating, and ease of control and accuracy of mixing water flows is achieved through the use of a high-quality ceramic cartridge.
1-hole quick-mount system (with flexible connection and ample fastening) provides ease of installation and allows self-installation of the valve.
At the same time, the device does not require careful daily care to maintain its shine and prevent its dullness - it is enough to regularly wipe the chrome surface with a clean, dry cloth.
Features :
- type - single lever;
- check valve - ceramic cartridge;
- body / coating material - brass / chrome;
- spout - traditional;
- optional - aerator;
- dimensions, mm - 92x61x131.
Pros
- good quality;
- smooth precise running.
Cons
- very short spout, inconvenient to wash hands.
VIDIMA Orion B4223AA/BA001AA
An excellent single-lever chrome-plated brass faucet, sold at a very budget price, will please you with a simplified installation system, compact, but at the same time sufficient dimensions, allowing you to enjoy the device in daily use .
The device attracts with a pleasant design of an ergonomic handle - cool and comfortable to hold and control, with hot and cold water indicators printed on it.
The ceramic cartridge (35mm diameter) allows for easy and precise temperature and flow control, while the built-in aerator oxygenates the flow for a softer, fuller, and more valuable resource. .
Despite the fact that the standard bottom valve is not included in the faucet, the manufacturer has left the possibility of installing a pressure bottom valve if the owner requires it.
Features :
- type - single lever;
- check valve - ceramic cartridge;
- body / coating material - brass / chrome;
- spout - traditional;
- optional - aerator;
- dimensions, mm - 145x116 (spout - 110x50).
Pros
- price;
- is a nice and clear adjustment.
Cons
- unsuccessful structure of the seal - can fly off.
KAISER Merkur 26011
The elegant single-lever mixer from a well-known manufacturer has an unusual appearance and excellent functionality .
The appliance has a fixed spout positioned at a carefully calculated height, allowing the appliance to be used as intended without undue manipulation.
We are pleased with the quality brass body, resistant to damage and oxidation, and glossy shiny chrome finish, which protects the body of the device from scratches and minor damage .
Traditionally, there is an aerator that mixes water with oxygen and thus makes it soft.
The 1-hole quick mounting system and the included mounting hardware and flexible hose make it easy to mount the unit yourself without damaging it.
Features :
- type - single lever;
- check valve - ceramic cartridge;
- body / coating material - brass / chrome;
- spout - traditional;
- optional - aerator;
- dimensions, mm - 120.
Pros
- comfortable;
- is easy to install.
Cons
- sharp control knob.
TOP 3 Best Single Lever Basin Faucets
Single lever faucets are well-deservedly popular among consumers because they make it more convenient and comfortable to control the on and off of the faucet. The following models were the best single lever mixers in 2022.
Grohe Concetto 32204001
Another great device from a well-known German manufacturer is a faucet that can satisfy the requirements of even the most demanding users.
Traditionally crafted from quality brass with a special Grohe StarLight glossy chrome finish.
The Grohe SilkMove ceramic cartridge (diameter 28 mm) guarantees precise control of mixing and water flow.
At the same time, the device has noise class I, which makes its operation almost inaudible even in the next room .
The device is equipped with a temperature limiter, which prevents household members from getting burned. There is a bottom valve with overflow protection. Owners will also appreciate the one-hole quick mounting system.
Features :
- type - single lever;
- check valve - ceramic cartridge;
- body / coating material - brass / chrome;
- spout - traditional;
- optional - aerator, bottom valve;
- dimensions, mm - 101x66x155.
Pros
- precise dosing;
- foot valve with lever.
Cons
- lid tight.
Hansgrohe Focus 31517000
The award-winning brand's single-lever faucet is of the highest quality and has a stylish, modern design that fits perfectly into any bathroom.
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A distinctive feature of the device is the increased base area, the wedge-shaped lever and the tie-down fixation, thanks to which, even after many years of daily use, the device does not loosen. High quality chrome finish will not fade over time.
The faucet is equipped with an aerator that saturates the water stream with air, turning it into a soft jet of water and at the same time reducing its consumption to 5 liters per minute .
Thoughtful design allows you to comfortably use the device for daily routines such as brushing your teeth or washing your face, since the free space between the faucet and the sink is 10 cm.
Features :
- type - single lever;
- check valve - ceramic cartridge;
- body / coating material - brass / chrome;
- spout - traditional;
- optional - aerator;
- dimensions, mm - 119x94x177.
Pros
- beautiful;
- is comfortable.
Cons
- handle loosens quickly.
Grohe Eurocube 23132000
An excellent member of the Grohe Eurocube collection, it features a sophisticated cubic design and shiny Grohe StarLight chrome .
The standard height spout matches all classic wash basins and provides enough space for daily hygiene routines. The time-tested ceramic cartridge (diameter 28 mm) provides smooth lever movement in all directions, making it easy and simple to control both the temperature of the water and the strength of its flow.
A 1-hole quick-mount system is available, allowing you to install the faucet yourself without the help of specialists .
The device attracts attention with an unusual shape of a loop handle that is easy to turn even with wet hands, a functional perfection that makes the bathroom more stylish, elegant and comfortable.
Features :
- type - single lever;
- check valve - ceramic cartridge;
- body / coating material - brass / chrome;
- spout - traditional;
- optional - aerator;
- dimensions, mm - 98x94x157.
Pros
- looks solid;
- is not easily soiled.
Cons
- no centering grooves, you have to align “by eye” during installation.
Top 3 premium basin mixers
Premium segment mixers are a good choice for offices or bathrooms with expensive and sophisticated finishes. The following devices became the best devices in this class in 2022.
Lemark Atlantiss LM3209C
High single-lever monolithic faucet can be installed either directly on the sink or on the countertop .
The device is made of high quality brass and has a high quality and durable protective coating.
The special Sedal eco-cartridge (diameter 35 mm) guarantees precise regulation of water flow and temperature, as well as ensures reliable operation of the device and minimum noise level.
The comfortable metal handle is ergonomically shaped and easy to turn even with wet and soapy hands .
Includes a NeoperlCascade aerator that cuts through the flow of water and saturates it with air, preventing excessive splashing, which benefits both water softness and utility bills.
Please note that this faucet is designed for bowl-shaped basins.
Features :
- type - single lever;
- check valve - ceramic cartridge;
- body / coating material - brass / chrome;
- spout - traditional;
- optional - aerator;
- dimensions, mm - 117x228x322.
Pros
- stylish;
- is beautiful.
Cons
- heavy;
- starts to leak over time.
Hansgrohe Focus 31518000
Tall modern single-lever faucet from a well-known German manufacturer looks great in any bathroom interior and gives maximum convenience and comfort from its use .
The ceramic cartridge is easy to operate with an ergonomic and comfortable lever, maintaining smooth operation and accurate water temperature and flow settings throughout the entire period of operation of the device.
With the EcoSmart feature, you can save up to 60% on water, which is good for the environment .
At the same time, the faucet does not require serious maintenance - high-quality chrome coating is easily cleaned from limescale and any dirt with a soft cloth.
Built-in aerator saturates the air flow, making it softer and allowing you to carry out hygiene procedures in the most comfortable conditions.
Features :
- type - single lever;
- check valve - ceramic cartridge;
- body / coating material - brass / chrome;
- spout - traditional;
- optional - aerator;
- dimensions, mm - 159x191x275.
Pros
- works great;
- cartridge lasts a very long time.
Cons
- water drops remain on horizontal surfaces, which leads to streaks.
IDDIS Vane YA16177C
The most budgetary faucet of the devices presented in this section will please the owner with an elegant look, carefully calculated ergonomics and the ability to install the faucet both on the sink and on the countertop .
The dimensions of the faucet allow you to comfortably use the device in daily mode, and the fixed (non-rotatable) spout makes it possible to accurately calculate the place where the jet hits, thereby avoiding excessive splashing or excessive water consumption.
The ceramic cartridge is responsible for the smooth action of the handle and the precise and high-quality mixing of water at different temperatures for a perfect result .
The device is mounted on 1 hole, and the package includes all the necessary equipment: fasteners, flexible hose and aerator. A nice bonus - the manufacturer provides a 10-year warranty on their devices.
Features :
- type - single lever;
- check valve - ceramic cartridge;
- body / coating material - brass / chrome;
- spout - traditional;
- optional - aerator;
- dimensions, mm - 162x55x157.
Pros
- beautiful;
- smooth.
Cons
- not suitable for low water pressure.
TOP-2 best faucets with a thermostat for kitchen
The main advantages of faucets with a built-in thermostat are maximum comfort and safety of their use - after all, the possibility of getting unpleasant sensations from too cold or too hot water in such devices is minimized. Those who do not want to worry about the safe use of faucets by all family members, regardless of their age and skills, should pay attention to the following models in 2022.
Lemark Thermo LM7736C
Attractive faucet, made in a modern design, will please you with high-quality workmanship, excellent materials and the presence of a thermostat, which makes the use of the faucet especially convenient, because now there is no need to adjust the desired water temperature and waste a precious resource during such a settings - at any time, the water supplied through the tap will have the temperature that the owner has set on the thermostat .
This option will be especially appreciated by families with small children, who will now find it much easier to exercise their independence.
Other than that, it is an equally high-quality product with a brass body covered with a stable protective chrome coating, a high-quality thermostatic cartridge and a round spout.
Features :
- type - double lever thermostatic;
- check valve - ceramic cartridge;
- body / coating material - brass / chrome;
- spout - traditional;
- optional - aerator;
- dimensions, mm - 184x266 (spout 130x163).
Pros
- set the temperature once - and you are no longer afraid of discomfort;
- large spout.
Cons
- the handle is difficult to turn with wet hands;
- is very overpriced.
AM.PM Inspire 2.0 F50A02400
This device deserves the name thermostat, because it is an innovative, functional and completely safe equipment from the famous German manufacturer of premium quality goods .
A distinctive feature of the model is an electronic mixing module, thanks to which the temperature of the water flow is built as accurately as possible and is completely independent of pressure drops in the pipes.
The faucet is operated by lightly pressing and gently turning the controller, equipped with a light indication .
Installed temperature limiters - 25̊ and 38̊ for more comfortable use of the device.
There is a thermodisinfection mode, thanks to which even after a long break in operation, the owner will receive clean water at the right temperature .
Automatic switch-off time can be set to significantly reduce water consumption.
Characteristics :
- type - push-turn, thermostat;
- check valve - ceramic cartridge;
- body / coating material - brass / chrome;
- spout - traditional;
- optional - aerator;
- dimensions, mm - 167x161 (spout - 125x101).
Pros
- stunning design;
- huge functionality.
Cons
- buzzing;
- does not mix water with air.
Popular manufacturing companies
Brands whose products should be given special attention when choosing a kitchen or bathroom faucet in 2022 include :
- German concerns Grohe and Hansgrohe producing reliable sanitary ware designed for both economy and premium segments of users;
- brands from Europe - French brand Jacob Delafon and Czech manufacturer LEMARK - no less popular brands that bring to the market stylish, high-quality, concise and fairly versatile sanitary ware sold at affordable prices;
- Russian brand IDDIS is our own Russian production of plumbing, also famous for its modern, functional, quite high-quality and affordable plumbing products.
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TOP-10 best faucet manufacturers
Faucets are an integral part of a person's daily life. It is impossible to imagine any house, apartment, organization without devices that regulate water flows. Faucets should not only be of high quality, but also of exemplary design.
After all, they complement the style of newfangled interiors of the kitchen, toilets and bathrooms. For a person, the water regulator even plays the role of self-expression: a neat and beautiful faucet speaks of his taste and cleanliness. The market is overflowing with faucets and the consumer is increasingly wondering which faucet is the best. Manufacturers who are trying to diversify the range, offering models of more sophisticated forms.
What you need to know about faucets
This plumbing fixture can be wall-mounted or built into the wall, with a long or short spout, with or without a thermostat, all this only speaks of the installation method. When choosing a mixer, you need to determine the purpose of the appointment and the place of its installation. the next step is to think about its appearance, ease of use and compliance with interior design. The reliability of the mixer is important, as this will affect its life. Some plumbing manufacturers put more emphasis on customer comfort and quality takes a back seat.
We will talk about this in detail a little later, in the ranking of manufacturers of the best mixers. Now we note five main categories into which all mixers are divided. These are mixers for:
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baths;
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wash basins;
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kitchens;
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shower cabins;
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bidet.
Bath mixers
The bath itself can be of different types and shapes, so there are faucets that are mounted on the wall, on the side of the bath or on the floor. Faucets are often produced that are designed only for filling the bathtub with water. This does not suit everyone, because most people use the shower while in the bathroom. Therefore, for comfort, combined mixers have been created that come with the faucet. With their help, they switch water from a bath to a shower and vice versa. Installation is carried out either by a hidden method (built into the wall) or external.
Thermostat faucets are popular and recommended for safety and added comfort. Such mixers are mainly installed on the side or facing frame around the bath. Here, which faucet is best determined by host preference.
Washbasin mixers
Faucets are installed on the washbasins, which are mounted on the side surface of the sink. There are also those that are attached directly to the wall. Sinks have a small minus: the tap is motionless, and the length of the spout does not exceed 20 centimeters from the mounting axis. But modern models of such mixers have a bottom valve. This valve easily converts the sink into a basin by means of an automatic switch or lever. You do not have to open the valve manually to drain the contaminated water after the next procedure. For twin-screw models, washbasins have up to three mounting holes.
Kitchen faucets
There are many types of faucets for kitchen sinks, but according to user reviews of kitchen faucets, the most popular ones can be distinguished.
And they differ, mainly in the type of construction:
According to the characteristics, all mixers are united by a high curved spout, popularly called a tap. This configuration allows you to use water without touching the mixer. Regarding lever water mixing devices, they are new to the plumbing market. But they managed to become famous, and have the right to be called the best mixers. They are characterized by one water switch lever, instead of the usual two. The lever moves in the horizontal and vertical direction. By design, there are two types, ball and cartridge.
Note to the hostess
The most technologically advanced are sensor mixers. Such mixers are rarely used due to the high price, but it is worth noting their obvious cost-effectiveness. Water begins to flow the moment you bring your hand close to the sensor. If you remove your hand, the water turns off. The simple principle of operation reduces water consumption.
Shower and bidet mixers
For shower cabins, manufacturers have created shower faucets.
They are very similar to bath faucets, their only difference being the absence of a spout. These include:
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wall;
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embedded;
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mechanical.
According to the type of installation, wall-mounted and built-in mixers are distinguished. Their setting principle is the same as for all other types: hidden in the wall or outdoor. Mechanical mixers include single-lever, two-valve and thermostatic mixers. Thermostatic water control devices have a programming function that sets the temperature once and then maintains it automatically, however, this is a rather expensive faucet. Bidet faucets have also become in demand, because a bidet is a hygiene item. Using cold water alone is unpleasant and even contraindicated, so there is a need to mix hot water with cold water. It looks like a faucet with a short spout, no more than 120 mm long. Diversity is characterized more by design than by design features.
However, there are models with both a shower and an aerator.
Material for all kinds of faucets
Mixer material is of great importance. The following materials are known:
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brass;
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bronze;
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ceramics.
In order to extend the life of the mixer, choose a product made from an alloy of brass and bronze. Ceramics or other alloys, of course, are many times cheaper, but no one guarantees their wear resistance. This is perhaps the best answer to the question of which mixer is better, but let's talk about manufacturers. Thanks to many reviews and personal experience, we have prepared a rating of the best brands of faucets.
TOP-10 best faucet manufacturers
TOP budget segment
There is also such a manufacturer of mixers as Rossinka . The company chose this direction purposefully, because water supply in the CIS countries differs from European pipelines.
Other solutions are needed for the CIS countries. This is what the company has done, and so successfully that the design and comfort of the faucets do not differ from European ones. A water self-purification system is provided: failure due to deposits is excluded. The catalog of the site includes single-lever, twin-screw and sensor mixers.
Rossinka Russia
Basin faucet Rossinka RS41-61
Article RS41-61
Dimensions, cm (SHDV) 18.8x15.7x13.4
4 351 ₽
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Russia
Basin faucet Rossinka Z Z35-30W with light
Article Z35-30W
Dimensions, cm (WHD) 12.12x21.07x12.64
4 193 ₽
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Rossinka Russia
Rossinka Y40-21 kitchen sink faucet, white
Article Y40-21-White
Dimensions, cm (SHDV) 5,2x25,33x12,1
3 508 ₽
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Rossinka Russia
Rossinka Y35-23 kitchen sink faucet, black
Article Y35-23-Black
4 070 ₽
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Rossinka Russia
Rossinka S S35-11 basin faucet
Article S35-11
2 626 ₽
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The best in the middle segment
The European quality of this company is known all over the world.
Faucets combine attractiveness with technology. Specialists from Great Britain, Germany and Italy take part in the development of plumbing. On the face of quality and new plumbing concepts. AM.PM produces the best faucets, this is the opinion of many reviewers.
Am.Pm Germany
Mixer Am.Pm Like F8013000 for kitchen sink chrome, black
Article F8013000
Dimensions cm (WHD) 10.3x44x23.7
13 790 ₽
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Am.Pm Germany
Mixer AM.PM X-Joy F85A10000 for bath and shower, chrome
Article number F85A10000
Dimensions cm (WHD) 21.5x11.2x17.8
11 290 ₽
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Am.Pm Germany
Mixer AM.PM X-Joy F85A
for bath and shower
Article F85A
Dimensions cm (WHD) 21,5x17x37,3
11 390 ₽
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Pm Germany
Mixer Am.Pm Gem F90A
for bath and shower chrome
Article F90A
Dimensions cm (WHD) 21,5x16x40
14 190 ₽
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Am.Pm Germany
Mixer AM.PM Spirit V2.0 F70A92000
Article F70A92000
Dimensions cm (WHD) 4.9x28x19.5
24 290 ₽
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Am.Pm Germany
Mixer AM.PM Spirit V2.1 F71A20000
Article F71A20000
Dimensions cm (WHD) 21.5x10.2x14.9
16 790 ₽
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Am.Pm Germany
Mixer Am.Pm Gem F
- 00 for shower chrome with thermostat
Article F
- 00
Dimensions cm (WHD) 15x15x8.
9
39 290 ₽
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The Russian brand Iddis entered the market relatively recently. The young company provided its consumers with modern sanitary ware and Iddis faucets of all kinds and any variations. Advantage in low price, with excellent quality. There are more than 600 items in total, but the company does not stop there.
Iddis Russia
Iddis Sena SENSB00i01 basin faucet
Article number SENSB00i01
Dimensions cm (WHD) 5x15x15,9
5 990 ₽
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Iddis Russia
Iddis Slide SLIBG00i01 basin faucet
Article SLIBG00i01
Dimensions cm (WHD) 4.2x15.9x15.7
9 790 ₽
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Russia
Mixer Iddis Sam SAMBRJ0i05 for kitchen sink
Article SAMBRJ0i05
Dimensions cm (WHD) 26.
8x38.4x22.2
10 390 ₽
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Iddis Russia
Bath faucet Iddis CG53654C
Article CG53654C
Dimensions cm (WHD) 17,5x23,9x25
7 790 ₽
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Iddis Russia
Iddis Funk FUNSB00i01 basin faucet
Art. FUNSB00i01
Dimensions cm (WHD) 16.7x13.5x14.1
4 990 ₽
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Iddis Russia
Mixer Iddis Persey PERSB00i03 for shower
Article PERSB00i03
Dimensions cm (WHD) 21.5x6.5x13.5
3 725 ₽
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Iddis Russia
Iddis Vibe VIBSB02i02 bath faucet with ceramic diverter
Article VIBSB02i02
Dimensions cm (WHD) 21,5x12,1x17
6 790 ₽
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Iddis Russia
Bath and shower faucet Iddis Funk FUNSB00i02 with shower
Article FUNSB00i02
Dimensions, cm (WHD) 29,4x8,4x17,75
6 990 ₽
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Lemark is a sanitary ware manufacturer from the Czech Republic that has proven itself positively.
It produces shower racks from the company, but especially high-quality faucets. They choose Lemark plumbing for its style and affordability. The choice is expanding, on the market you can see single-lever and twin-screw models for bidets with a hygienic shower. The company, along with other accessories, also supplies universal mixers.
Lemark Czech Republic
Lemark Plus Grace LM1506C basin faucet
Article LM1506C
Dimensions, cm (SHDV) 4,3x12,7x13
3 158 ₽
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Lemark Czech Republic
Lemark Point LM0307C basin faucet
Article LM0307C
2 962 ₽
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Lemark Czech Republic
Lemark Plus Strike LM1106C basin faucet
Article LM1106C
2 867 ₽
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Lemark Czech Republic
Lemark Linara LM0414C faucet for bath with shower
Article LM0414C
6 698 ₽
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Lemark Czech Republic
Lemark Plus Strike LM1102C bath faucet
Article LM1102C
5 899 ₽
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Lemark Czech Republic
Lemark Practica LM7507C basin faucet
Article LM7507C
3 552 ₽
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Lemark Czech Republic
Lemark Plus Factor LM1606C basin faucet
Article LM1606C
3 424 ₽
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Lemark Czech Republic
Lemark Partner LM6552C bath faucet
Article LM6552C
4 985 ₽
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The European sanitary ware manufacturer Ideal Standard International has created the brand Vidima , which delights people with the ease of use of its faucets.
At first, the sales market aimed at European countries, but production soon expanded. Mixers appeared in all countries.
Vidima Bulgaria
Vidima Retro BA129AA bath and shower faucet with shower set, swivel spout, chrome
Article BA129AA
Dimensions, cm (SHDV) 22x39,6x25,7
12 343 ₽
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Vidima Bulgaria
Vidima Orion BA006AA kitchen sink faucet, swivel spout, chrome
Article BA006AA
Dimensions, cm (VG) 16.7x22.5
5 239 ₽
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Vidima Bulgaria
Vidima Uno BA250AA basin faucet, swivel spout, chrome
Article BA250AA
Dimensions, cm (HD) 14,5x20
Bulgaria
Vidima Retro BA117AA basin faucet, chrome
Article number BA117AA
Dimensions, cm (WHD) 16.
6x11.1x17
8 938 ₽
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Bulgaria
Vidima Logik BA275AA basin faucet
Article BA275AA
4 130 ₽
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Vidima Bulgaria
Vidima Kvadro BA244AA basin faucet
Article BA244AA
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Vidima Bulgaria
Vidima Retro BA122AA basin faucet
Article BA122AA
Dimensions, cm (SHDV) 22x27.5x18.3
12 190 ₽
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Bulgaria
Vidima Retro BA118AA basin faucet
Article BA118AA
11 973 ₽
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This is a Finnish manufacturer, a master of innovative solutions in the production of comfortable sanitary ware.
The company has been showing the quality of its faucets for seventy years now, and its popularity is increasing. Oras produces sensory faucets for showers, bathtubs, kitchen sinks and washbasins. Bidet faucets are highly valued. Most of the goods the company sends to European countries. Oras are the best faucets.
Oras Finland
Mixer Oras Nova 7447X for bath and shower
Article 7447X
Dimensions, cm (SHDV) 15x39.5x15.5
Finland
Mixer Oras Nova 7446X for bath and shower
Article 7446X
Dimensions, cm (SHDV) 15x39.5x15.5
18 237 ₽
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Oras Finland
Oras Vienda 1714F washbasin faucet contactless
Article 1714F
Finland
Oras Electra 6150F basin faucet
Article 6150F
Finland
Oras Aquita 2933F basin faucet
Art.
2933F
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Oras Finland
Oras Aquita 2911F basin faucet
Article 2911F
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Oras Finland
Oras Aquita 2910F basin faucet
Article 2910F
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Oras Finland
Mixer Oras Polara 1440Y for bath with shower
Article 1440Y
7 514 ₽
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Zorg is a master of plumbing, including faucets of all kinds. The company's two main product groups define its offer, which includes ZORG Sanitari, a home appliance manufacturer from ZORG Technology. The main direction of development of ZORG Sanitari is faucets, but the consumer is also provided with a large selection of other sanitary accessories.
Best in the high segment
The history of Jacob Delafon began long before the advent of faucets, the brand has already celebrated its 130th anniversary. By the will of fate, the founders moved from chimney tiles to the production of metal plumbing. This meant their triumph, as the French style of faucets made a big impression on the whole world. According to the rating of mixers, the company occupies one of the leading places.
Jacob Delafon France
Faucet Jacob Delafon Stillness E97344-CP
Article E97344-CP
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Jacob Delafon France
Faucet Jacob Delafon Aleo E72299-CP for basin
Article E72299-4-CP
Dimensions cm (WHD) 5,6x26,8x18,5 France
Faucet Jacob Delafon Fairfax E72090-CP for basin
Article E72090-CP
France
Jacob Delafon Talan E10378RU-CP basin faucet
Article E10378RU-CP
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Jacob Delafon France
Faucet Jacob Delafon Stillness E979-4-CP for washbasin
Art.
E979-4-CP
France
Faucet Jacob Delafon Talan E10105RU-CP for bathtub with shower
Article E10105RU-CP
France
Faucet Jacob Delafon Talan E10088RU-CP for bidet
Article E10088RU-CP
Dimensions cm (WHD) 14.5x10.9x14.7
33 090 ₽
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Jacob Delafon France
Faucet Jacob Delafon Purist E14404-4A-CP for basin
Article E14404-4A-CP
29 460 ₽
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Grohe has been supplying the sanitary ware market for decades. The main specialization is the production of reliable mixers. The company annually introduces innovative technologies in the creation of high-quality sanitary ware, including bathrooms with numerous accessories.
Reviews of kitchen faucets inspire confidence that repairs will not be needed. Everything is thought out and constructive, which is why Grohe has well-deserved awards for the unusual design of its faucets.
Grohe Germany
Grohe Eurosmart Cosmopolitan 32831000 bath mixer with shower
Article 32831000
Dimensions cm (WHD) 21x13,2x17,8
9 145 ₽
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Grohe Germany
Grohe BauEdge faucet 23334000 for bathtub with shower
Article 23334000
Dimensions cm (WHD) 20x15.2x17.6
9 702 ₽
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Grohe Germany
Grohe BauClassic 23162000 basin faucet
Article 23162000
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Grohe Germany
Grohe BauClassic shower faucet 200
Article 200
Dimensions cm (WHD) 10.
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