Dash Stand Mixer Aqua
Score: 68/100
Hamilton Beach Classic
Score: 74/100Rankings
The Hamilton Beach Classic Stand and Hand Mixer is a 2-in-1 appliance with a 250W motor, 4-quart bowl and QuickBurst boost for thicker mixes. While its versatility and low price are strong points, the modest power and occasional stability issues limit its suitability for heavy-duty baking. Best for beginners and casual bakers who value space-saving flexibility.
The Dash Everyday Stand Mixer is a compact 3-quart, 250 W appliance designed for lightweight portability and basic mixing tasks. Its low power and limited bowl capacity restrict it from handling heavy doughs or large batches. Best suited for beginners, small households, and apartment dwellers who prioritize space-saving design.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
250 wattsbest | 250 wattsbest | |
2.8 L | 3.8 Lbest | |
0.34 hpbest | 0.34 hpbest | |
6best | 6best | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.2 kgbest | 2.67 kg |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
4 | 5best | |
| ↓ lower better | 23.9 cm | 21.6 cmbest |
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Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 4 | 5 |
Design & Build(5) | ||
Bowl Capacity (L) | 2.8 L | 3.8 L |
Weight (kg) | 1.20 kg | 2.67 kg |
Width (cm) | 23.9 cm | 21.6 cm |
Height (cm) | 17.0 cm | 35.6 cm |
Depth (cm) | 33.5 cm | 32.5 cm |
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Professional reviewers commend the Dash Everyday for its ultra-light weight, compact footprint and ease of cleaning, noting that its 250 W motor and six speeds are sufficient for everyday batters, frostings and light doughs. However, they caution that the unit lacks the power and capacity needed for heavy bread dough or large-batch baking, and point out inconsistent capacity listings across retailers.
Everyday users consistently praise the mixer's portability, simple tilting head, dishwasher-safe components and retro styling, emphasizing how easy it is to store and clean. Recurring complaints focus on the motor struggling with heavier doughs, the limited 3-quart bowl, and confusion over the exact capacity reported by different sellers.
“The weight or lack of is one of my favorite features... so easy to move and store... power the mixer generates with such a light weight is quite unexpected!”
“Very light weight, motor is adequate for basic mixes... easy to store under the counter”
“Heavier mixes or dough it bogs down and have to stop and start”
Professional editors commend the Hamilton Beach Classic for its 2-in-1 versatility, the inclusion of multiple attachments, and the QuickBurst™ power boost, noting it delivers solid performance for everyday baking tasks. However, they also point out the limited depth of independent testing and the lower 250-W power rating on some variants, suggesting it may not match the robustness of higher-end models.
Everyday users consistently praise the detachable hand mixer, strong mixing power for thick batters, and the convenience of dishwasher-safe parts. Recurring themes include appreciation for the Bowl Rest™ and Shift & Stir™ stability features, while occasional complaints focus on perceived light weight and minor wobble during heavy mixing.
