A stand mixer is the workhorse of any keen baker's kitchen — creaming, whisking and kneading hands-free. Here's how to choose one that lasts.
What to look for
- Bowl capacity: 4–5L suits most homes; go bigger for frequent or large batches.
- Motor power: more wattage handles stiff bread dough with ease.
- Included attachments: beater, whisk and dough hook as standard; look for an attachment hub for pasta rollers, mincers and more.
- Build quality: a metal body and gearing lasts for years.
- Bowl-lift vs tilt-head: tilt-heads are easy to access; bowl-lift models suit heavy, frequent baking.
Our picks
- Versatile all-rounder: the Kenwood Chef range is a long-time favourite with a huge attachment ecosystem.
- Style and substance: the Kenwood kMix and Sage Bakery Boss bring premium build — see the full food mixers range.
Final thoughts
Match the bowl size and power to how you bake, check the attachments you'll actually use, and buy on build quality — a good stand mixer lasts a decade or more. Browse food mixers online or ask in any of our 60+ stores.
