The Breville stand mixer is an elegant, modern and extremely sophisticated-looking kitchen equipment. In the appearance department alone, it practically eliminates many other competitors within the same price. It certainly looks more expensive than it is, but its best selling point is that it also offers functionality. This premium mixer was built to produce professional results and handle your toughest baking projects, all while making the process seem so much easier than it should.
Characteristics:
Planetary mixing action
12 speed electronic control
Load sensing technology with motor protection
Raise the assisted mixing head
10 minute timer with automatic shutdown
The 12 speed electronic control will accurately inform its user if it is in aerate, shake or shake mode. Planetary mixing action reduces mess, features a flexible edge scraper beater that helps remove batter splatter and sticky bowls. This allows you to thoroughly scrape the bottom and sides of your durable stainless steel mug.
The load sensor with motor protection can distinguish heavier from lighter mixtures and automatically adjust to maintain precise speed without damaging the motor. The 550-watt motor produces a smooth, even sound. The up and down timer helps you control mixing time, automatic shutdown will prevent over mixing. The Lift Assist mixer head evenly distributes the weight of the mixer, making it easy to move anywhere on the kitchen counter.
Cleaning, maintenance, ease of use
The Breville Stand Mixer cleans like a dream, its stainless steel components practically wipe clean. The scraper beater may need a little more time and attention to make sure it has been completely cleaned.
Pros and cons:
Pros
The Breville Stand Mixer is made of solid construction and high-quality, sturdy parts. It is quieter than other comparable mixers and easy to use. The controls are all digital, so there is no grinding or gear binding. Comes with its own scraper attachment, dough hook, flat metal whisk, wire whip, rubber spatula, and spill guard.
There is a grounded donut shaped plug, just use a clean finger to unplug it if your hands are dirty. This will prevent the plug from getting dirty. The bowls easily lock into the base, as well as the mixer accessories in the mixing head. There is very little splatter of wet ingredients and almost no mess.
Cons
The machine is heavy, weighing in at 22 pounds. It can be difficult to add new ingredients without turning off the mixer. The bread kneading setting can cause the mixer to slow down and overheat, in some cases smoky.
The spill shield can get in the way at times. The retractable cord can get stuck and can be very difficult to remove. An easy solution could be to simply wrap the cord around the base of the machine.