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Choose a stand mixer around your usual batch, the attachments you need and the space available to use it. KitchenAid’s 5KSM175PS Artisan comes with two bowls and several mixing tools; Kenwood’s Chef XL KVL4100W has a larger 6.7-litre bowl; Smeg’s SMF05CRUK pairs a 4.8-litre bowl with a retro design. The comparison below uses manufacturer specifications, without claiming that we have tested their kneading, noise or durability.
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KitchenAid, Kenwood and Smeg at a glance
| Model | Reason to shortlist | Before you buy |
|---|---|---|
| KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM175PS | Two supplied bowls and a flex-edge beater alongside the main tools | Check the exact colour code and accessory bundle |
| Kenwood Chef XL KVL4100W | 6.7-litre bowl for shoppers comparing larger machines | Follow recipe-specific capacity limits; bowl volume is not a dough allowance |
| Smeg SMF05CRUK | 4.8-litre bowl, ten speeds and four mixing tools | Confirm SMF05 rather than an older SMF model |
KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM175PS: compare the included bundle
The UK 5KSM175PS range uses a tilt-head design with planetary mixing and ten speeds. The manufacturer’s Onyx Black listing, 5KSM175PSBOB, includes two stainless-steel bowls, a pouring shield, wire whisk, dough hook, paddle and flex-edge beater.
Consider it if that supplied equipment fits the way you bake. Compare the full model and colour suffix when shopping, because another Artisan package may include different accessories. Optional hub attachments are an additional purchase; check the compatibility of each attachment you intend to use.
Source: KitchenAid 5KSM175PSBOB specifications and included accessories.
Kenwood Chef XL KVL4100W: compare the larger bowl
Kenwood lists a 6.7-litre bowl, variable speed, pulse and planetary mixing for the KVL4100W. The supplied equipment includes a K-beater, whisk, dough tool and splashguard. The manufacturer’s page also lists optional attachments for its accessory hubs.
The larger bowl makes this a useful model to investigate if your current mixer is too small. It does not prove superior kneading or stability. Check the manual’s limits for your dough or mixture, plus the available worktop space and clearance needed to open the machine. We have not tested its smallest practical batch.
Smeg SMF05CRUK: the current model to check carefully
Smeg’s cream SMF05CRUK has a 4.8-litre stainless-steel bowl, tilt-up head and ten speeds with Smooth Start. It includes a whisk, flat beater, flex-edge beater, dough hook and pouring shield. Smeg also lists a front hub for optional accessories.
Shortlist it if you prefer its appearance and the included tools suit your recipes. Check the exact SMF05 model and colour code: older SMF01, SMF02 and SMF03 listings should not be treated as identical. We have not measured vibration or noise and would not rank it against the other mixers on those grounds.
Source: Smeg SMF05CRUK specifications.
How to choose for the baking you actually do
Start with a typical recipe
Write down your normal ingredient quantities, especially for bread dough. Compare them with the exact model’s manual rather than translating bowl litres into a universal maximum batch. If you often halve recipes, check the manufacturer’s guidance for small quantities too.
Price the accessories you need
A bundle is valuable only if you use its contents. Compare the delivered cost of the mixer and any essential extra bowl or attachment. Check model compatibility before buying accessories, even when the brand name matches. A colour you like should not hide a different accessory package.
Measure the working position
Allow room to lift the head, change tools and remove the bowl. Consider whether you will keep the mixer on the worktop or move it from storage each time. If lifting weight or control operation is a concern, try a display unit before buying.
Read the cleaning instructions
Do not assume every tool can go in the dishwasher because the bowl can. Follow the instructions for each attachment supplied with the model you receive. Include cleaning effort in your decision if you expect to use the mixer every day.
Common questions
Does higher wattage make a mixer better?
Rated input power is not a test result for kneading quality, stability or reliability. Compare the stated recipe limits and included equipment. We have not run a controlled performance comparison and do not declare a winner from wattage alone.
Which one should I buy for bread?
Start with your dough quantity and the manual’s mixing instructions and limits. A larger bowl may help with a larger batch, but that alone cannot establish suitability for every dough. None of the recommendations here overrides the manufacturer’s guidance.
Should I buy the cheapest listing?
Check the seller, UK model and electrical specification, included tools, warranty terms, returns and delivery cost. Amazon search results may mix different models, accessories and used items. Compare like-for-like packages before deciding.
Our buying recommendation
Put the KitchenAid 5KSM175PS on your list when its two-bowl package is useful; compare the Kenwood KVL4100W when bowl size is your main constraint; consider the Smeg SMF05CRUK when its design and supplied tools fit your kitchen. These are reasons to investigate specific models, not claims that one brand wins every baking task.
Sources and review method
Manufacturer pages checked on 16 October 2026. Selection is based on documented features and the needs described here; we have not performed hands-on performance, durability or noise tests.