Cooking, one of today’s indispensable hobbies, allows you to spend less effort and enjoy with new generation technological tools. Stand mixers are one of those tools. A unique opportunity to make delicious cakes, breads and creams. You can be sure that the stand mixer, which will save manpower and spend less time, will be an indispensable part of your kitchen. So, what should we pay attention to when buying a stand mixer? Here is the stand mixer buying guide that gives you the answers you are looking for…
There is a need to do a detailed research to find the most suitable one among many types, but we did the stand mixer review for you. What is the difference between the models, do they have additional features, tilt stand mixer or bowl lift stand? Or which model best fits your budget? Here are the answers to all these questions in this article.
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#1 KitchenAid Artisan 5-quart tilt-head stand mixer
With its iconic design available in 46 stunning colors including Green Apple and Dried Rose, the KitchenAid Artisan 5-liter stand mixer will become an accessory rather than just a kitchen tool. It would be impossible not to mention the fast and efficient mixing feature of the stand mixer, whose aesthetic design we praise. At the same time, its quiet operation is one of its best features. It even has a Slow Start feature to avoid splashing flour or milk on your counter when mixing is first started. Like all KitchenAid stand mixers, it has 10 speeds and a hub for attaching optional accessories like a pasta roller and spiralizer.
- Type: Tilt Head Bowl
- Capacity: 5 quarts
- Speeds: 10
- Size: 14.1 x 13.9 x 8.7 inches
- Features: Comes with stainless-steel bowl with cushioned handle, plastic-coated flat beater, plastic-coated dough hook, wire whip, pouring shield
Why we love it:
- Tilt head
- Quiet
- All parts, except wire whisk, are dishwasher-safe
Take note:
- You need an even larger bowl
#2 Hamilton Beach 7-speed stand mixer
Compared to the KitchenAid model, which is aesthetically pleasing and makes our work easier, Hamilton Beach unfortunately does not have a design that will beautify our kitchen. The Hamilton Beach’s mixing may take a little longer than the KitchenAid’s, so the time savings we’re talking about will unfortunately be less with this model. But after all, we don’t mix it with our hands, do we? Considering the ease of use, Hamilton Beach is the best of them all.
The speed dial is easy to dial, and the numbers are large enough to be read easily. If you’re never quite sure what speed to use, the guide just above the mixer head will help you. The best part is that all parts, including the whisk, can be thrown into the dishwasher. Since the mixer is relatively light to other models, it is convenient to reposition for storage or to carry in a closet.
- Type: Tilt Head Bowl
- Capacity: 4 quarts
- Speeds: 7
- Size: 16.25 x 16.25 x 10.5 inches Features: Comes with stainless-steel bowl with two handles, nonstick flat beater, nonstick dough hook, whisk, splatter shield, handle on mixer head for transport, cooking guide on mixer
Why we love it:
- Very reasonable priced
- Lightweight and easy to move
- All parts are dishwasher safe
Take note:
- Smaller capacity than many
- No attachments available
#3 Cuisinart Precision Master Stand Mixer SM-50
Despite being made of cast metal, the Cuisinart Precision Master Stand Mixer is not heavy, making it easy to lift it off your counter when not in use. It has a large 5.5 liter mixing bowl, making it easy to prepare delicious tables for many people. However, it can only knead dough for about 2 loaves of bread, so if you are someone who cooks for crowded tables, this model may not be suitable for you. However, it is much more affordable than other models.
Cuisinart is easy to use and clean, and all parts except the whisk are dishwasher safe. Available in a variety of colors, including ruby red, white, black, periwinkle blue, robin’s egg blue, and silver. You can purchase a variety of attachments, from a pasta roller to a spiralizer.
- Type: Tilt Head Bowl
- Capacity: 5.5 quarts
- Speeds: 12 plus Pulse
- Size: 14.17 x 7.87 x 14.13 inches
- Features: Comes with stainless-steel bowl with handle, flat paddle, whisk, dough hook, splash guard, Illuminated speed dial
Why we love it:
- Very reasonable priced
- Lightweight and easy to move
- All parts are dishwasher safe
Take note:
- Smaller capacity than many
- No attachments available
#4 Wolf Gourmet Stand Mixer (WGSM100S)
If you want professionalism in the kitchen and you want a mixer that fits your kitchen perfectly, you will love Wolf Gourmet Stand Mixer. It has an impressive stainless steel design and is finished with a red button. Of course, going professional also costs the highest price. Large heavy countertop appliance designed for those who cook frequently and in large quantities. It is not easy to transport like other models. It can knead the dough required for 8 loaves of bread.
On most bowl lift mixers you have to turn a lever to lower and raise the bowl, with Wolf you simply turn the bowl to adjust its height. There are too many settings in speed dial, which can be a bit tiring for practical use. There is a pulse setting to flour the butter for the cake batter or to not overbeat the cake batter when you add the dry ingredients. When you open Wolf, it does not cause splashes because it runs slowly. If you’re not a fan of the signature red knobs, black and stainless steel ones are included with the mixer.
- Type: Bowl liftBowl
- Capacity: 7 quarts
- Speeds: 12 plus Pulse
- Size: 20 x 19.5 x 13.1 inches Features: Comes with stainless-steel bowl with handle, flat beater, plastic-coated, whisk, splash/pouring shield
Why we love it:
- Impressive professional performance
- Large capacity
- Excellent and efficient at all mixing tasks
Take note:
- Expensive and heavy
- No attachments available yet
#5 KitchenAid Professional 5-Plus Series 5-quart bowl-lift stand mixer
With this mixer in your kitchen, you can cook for several families at the same time; It has the power to mix the dough for six loaves of bread. You can make mashed potatoes up to 7 kilos, while you can take care of your other meals. As you can tell from the quantities we have provided, this mixer is large and heavy and definitely suitable for those who cook a lot and cook often. But at the same time, since it has many additional functions, it will be a suitable choice to buy if you say that one device is a lot of work. You can use all KitchenAid attachments, from the meat grinder to the juicer to the spiralizer. As you can see, storing a single device instead of many devices will also add freedom to your space in your kitchen.
- Type: Bowl liftBowl
- Capacity: 5 quarts
- Speeds: 10
- Size: 16.5 x 14.6 x 11.3 inches
- Features: Comes with wide-mouth stainless-steel bowl with handle, flat beater, spiral dough hook and wire whip
Why we love it:
- Large capacity
- Excellent at all mixing tasks
- All parts, except wire whisk, are dishwasher-safe
- Can be used with all KitchenAid mixer attachmentsasks
Take note:
- Large and heavy
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