The 6 Best Stand Mixers, According to Our Extensive Testing

Best Overall

Breville Bakery Chef Stand Mixer

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This Breville model performed quite well through all the baking tests we put it through, which included making whipping cream and mixing cookie dough as well as whole wheat dough bread. We were amazed by the stand mixer’s ability to whisk together heavy cream and sugar, and found the extra features, including the dough setting, to be a game changer. The beater was so effective at mixing our cookie dough ingredients that there was not a dry spot left on the bowl, which couldn’t be said for other beaters found in different stand mixers we tested.   

The latter phenomenon can be attributed to this product’s unique beaters, which feature scrapers attached to either side. This allows for a fully incorporated mix and ensures an easier cleanup. Other excellent features of this stand mixer include an integrated timer, 12 intuitive settings (including one specifically for whipping), and a light attached to the edge of the mixer, which provides greater visibility when baking. It also comes with two mixing bowls, including one 5-quart glass bowl and a 4-quart stainless steel bowl. Considering its quality and many helpful features, we wouldn’t hesitate to purchase this for ourselves or recommend it to avid bakers.

After using this mixer at home for six months, we found that it was best for larger batches, as the bowl is sometimes too deep and wide for a small amount of ingredients, like blending one stick of butter with granulated sugar. However, smaller batches of cream whip correctly, since the ingredients don't flatten to the bottom or need to be scraped from the sides. That said, the mixer remains attractive, is easy to maintain, and performs very well with larger projects, especially bread dough.

Attachments: Scraper beater, flat beater, dough hook, whisk | Wattage: 550 watts | Capacity: 5-quart glass bowl, 4-quart stainless steel bowl | Weight: Not listed | Speeds: 12