A stand mixer takes the hard work out of baking — whipping, creaming and kneading hands-free while you get on with the rest. Here's how to choose the right one.
Tilt-head or bowl-lift?
- Tilt-head: the head tips back for easy access — perfect for everyday home baking.
- Bowl-lift: a sturdier design that raises the bowl to the beaters — better for frequent, heavy doughs.
What to look for
- Bowl capacity: 4–5L suits most homes.
- Motor power: more wattage handles stiff bread dough with ease.
- Attachments: beater, whisk and dough hook as standard, plus a hub for pasta, mincing and more.
- Build quality: metal gearing and body last for years.
Our picks
- Iconic: the KitchenAid Artisan tilt-head — a baking classic in a range of colours.
- Versatile: the Kenwood Chef with its huge attachment ecosystem — see the full food mixers range.
Final thoughts
Match the bowl size and power to how you bake, choose tilt-head for everyday use or bowl-lift for heavy doughs, and buy on build quality. Browse stand mixers online or ask in any of our 60+ stores.
