For anyone who's actually owned a kitchenaid, how does this compareinterms of performance?
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I know you specifically asked for those who have owned a Kitchen aid but please allow me to say...when I was researching between these two mixers and another brand (I cant think of right now) what did it for me.....was the warranty and also the reviews. I don't want to purchase anything where customer service literally is poor or I have to worry that within a year I will be out of an expensive item. That is what helped me to purchase the Hamilton Beach. Do your research and compare what are important elements to you in a mixer and then you will make the right decision for you.
99884
My daughter owns a Kitchen Aid and I would put this mixer up against hers anytime. The only problem I have with it is that the very bottom of the bowl doesn't get mixed in. However, my daughter has the same problem with the KA. Thus, when I finish mixing, I just make sure i hand mix the bottom for a few seconds and voila! All done. I love this mixer! Easy to use and has all of the attachments you need.!
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If you are just wanting a mixer that makes smaller batches of bread, cookies, cakes, etc. then the residential model is the way to go. I purchased my commercial mixer in April and I am loving it. It is a bigger mixer and can handle larger batches of bread dough. I can attest that it makes wonderful bread. I don't have to hand knead anymore!
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I purchased mine around 6 month ago I think and have used it several times with some pretty heavy duty pasta dough (quinoa, homemade) without any problem. You might want to contact KitchenAid directly though if you want to find out if a part has been changed.
117174
This mixer is comparable with Kitchen Aid of higher power ratings. Have used it for bread and cookies, cakes,etcRuns very smooth and quiet. Have not tried the freeze ice cream unit yet. Like the unit very much so far. It has an auto shutout if you push it too hard. Would look for much higher rating if you will be making a lot of bread. Hope this helps.
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I love my waring machine. My uncle and I tested the vitamix next to the warring and the warring blew the vitamix away. The motor is better. I have had mine for a year and a half. My uncle has had his for about ten years. I don't know anyone that has had one that long but my uncle had never had a problem.
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I think is a year through Kitchenaid. But I think that is irrelevant . I bought that as a give to my brother in law. He is a newbie graduate chef, he uses it a lot and that machine still working like the day I gave it to him. It was a good buy.
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Mine has several speeds. They go from slow to fast. I've never seen any other mixer with any other sort of controls. Have you ever used a hand controlled mixer before? This works just like any other. It just seems much tougher and harder working. I never look at the digital display in actuality. I just "shift gears" and keep on trucking.
2054253
I love mine.use it all the time from making jelly, tomato juice, even like a ricer for smooth mashed potatoes. Definitely not smooth.
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Good question, and I wish Kitchenaid would respond!I looked on the bottom of the mixing bowl, for its capacity and then backtracked to arrive at what I figured was our model. Ordered that accessory and, luckily, it was correct; if it had not been, the accessories would have been sent back, etc.
502179
My wife has had this for awhile. It does everything with ease. It is a powerhouse. It is the best mixer you can buy.
118605
I got this mixer recently and it is really good. I use it twice a week to grind rice and dhal, it runs smooth with no issues.
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We have been very happy with the unit and are considering getting another one. I haven't used other makes/models so I can't give you a comparison.
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Did any of you see the Popular Mechanix video that tested blenders? Neither the blentec or the vitamix comes out looking very good. I've been using my Kitchenaid 5-speed, which won the competition, everyday for green smoothies and it does a great job at a fraction of the cost.
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Well, I've never used a Hamilton beach mixer before, but I can tell you that this Bosch is a real work horse. I make bread with it all the time, often times using it for 3-4 hours straight, and it's still going strong. I've had it for around two years so far I believe. If you plan to do a lot of small batches of pastries then this isn't the best mixer though. It can handle a normal batch but half batches it has a bit of trouble mixing together. It really just depends what you plan to use it for. If you're doing bread often, I would go with this one for sure though. From my research Bosch is one of the few that can handle making bread often. Well, I've never used a Hamilton beach mixer before, but I can tell you that this Bosch is a real work horse. I make bread with it all the time, often times using it for 3-4 hours straight, and it's still going strong. I've had it for around two years so far I believe. If you plan to do a lot of small batches of pastries then this isn't the best mixer though. It can handle a normal batch but half batches it has a bit of trouble mixing together. It really just depends what you plan to use it for. If you're doing bread often, I would go with this one for sure though. From my research Bosch is... » Read More Well, I've never used a Hamilton beach mixer before, but I can tell you that this Bosch is a real work horse. I make bread with it all the time, often times using it for 3-4 hours straight, and it's still going strong. I've had it for around two years so far I believe. If you plan to do a lot of small batches of pastries then this isn't the best mixer though. It can handle a normal batch but half batches it has a bit of trouble mixing together. It really just depends what you plan to use it for. If you're doing bread often, I would go with this one for sure though. From my research Bosch is one of the few that can handle making bread often. « Show Less
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I believe the KitchenAid will meet your need. You will be able to control the motor with the pulse control to do what you want.
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I have the new model with the suction feet. The bosch never moves, I love it. I only use whole wheat flour for my breads and cakes. I have a granite counter top. I don't know if this makes a difference, but the granite seems to be kind of a slick material. I've had a 650 watt kitchenaid...and the bosch is by far the best!!!! Will never go back. Julia
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I had a Ninja Pro and returned it. I'm not sure why it gets good reviews. As far as I am concerned it isn't a blender. I tried to make blender hollandaise sauce in the ninja and my old $35 Oster blender did a better job. It is a decent smoothie maker but not as good as the Breville. The Breville does everything I need. I make a smoothie every day and even the greens get chopped up smooth. Never got close to that with the Ninja. Hollandaise sauce comes out great. The best decision I made was to return the Ninja and get a Breville.