Hamilton Beach Classic
Score: 74/100
Kitchen in the box Stand Mixer
Score: 64/100Rankings
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.
A compact, tilt-head stand mixer with a 300 W motor and a 3.2-quart stainless-steel bowl, ideal for small kitchens and everyday baking. Its modest power and limited bowl capacity restrict heavy-dough tasks. Best suited for beginners or small households seeking an affordable, space-saving mixer.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
250 watts | 300 wattsbest | |
3.8 Lbest | 3 L | |
0.34 hp | 0.4 hpbest | |
6best | 6best | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.67 kgbest | 3.18 kg |
1 yearsbest | — | |
— | 120 Vbest | |
— | 60 Hzbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power & Performance(2) | ||
Motor Power (watts) | 250 watts | 300 watts |
Horsepower (hp) | 0.34 hp | 0.40 hp |
Features(1) | ||
Dishwasher Safe | true | false |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 5 | 3 |
Design & Build(5) | ||
Bowl Capacity (L) | 3.8 L | 3.0 L |
Weight (kg) | 2.67 kg | 3.18 kg |
Width (cm) | 21.6 cm | 17.8 cm |
Height (cm) | 35.6 cm | 25.9 cm |
Depth (cm) | 32.5 cm | 32.8 cm |
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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.
“Perfect for thick mixtures”
“simple and standard.”
“intuitive controls (speeds 0-6, one-handed accessory changes)”
Professional reviewers and editors are absent, but product listings and a YouTube unboxing emphasize the mixer’s compact footprint, intuitive six‑speed controls, easy tilt‑head access, stable suction‑cup base, and secure bowl‑locking, positioning it as a budget‑friendly option for small kitchens.
Everyday users consistently praise the mixer's portability, vibrant color choices, mess-reducing splash guard, straightforward tilt-head operation, and reliable performance for routine baking, while noting the limited bowl size and modest motor power as potential drawbacks.
