KitchenAid 9-Speed Hand Mixer
Score: 78/100
Braun Multimix 2 Hand Mixer
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Braun MultiMix 2 hand mixer is a 350 W, 9-speed cordless-powered mixer featuring SmartMix technology that halves mixing effort and includes four attachments. Its trade-offs are a heavier build and a relatively short 5-ft cord, which can limit maneuverability. It's best for avid home bakers who need stand-mixer-level power in a compact hand-held unit.
The KitchenAid KHM926 offers a powerful 60 W DC motor with 9 speed settings, soft-start, and an electronic mixing sensor, plus a comprehensive set of six attachments for versatile kitchen tasks. While its plastic body and corded design may not suit heavy-duty or cordless needs, it delivers strong performance for most home baking. Best suited for bakers who want dough-kneading capability and extensive accessories.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
60 W | 350 Wbest | |
9best | 9best | |
6best | 4 | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,043 g | 962 gbest |
162.56 mmbest | 150 mm | |
88.9 mmbest | 76 mm | |
190.5 mm | 206 mmbest | |
157.48 cmbest | 152.4 cm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Attachments Included | 6 | 4 |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Power (Wattage) (W) | 60 W | 350 W |
Cord Length (cm) | 157.48 cm | 152.4 cm |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (g) | 1043 g | 962 g |
Height (mm) | 162.56 mm | 150 mm |
Width (mm) | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
Depth (mm) | 190.5 mm | 206 mm |
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Professional reviewers commend the Braun MultiMix 5 for its 350-W motor and SmartMix technology, which together deliver significantly more power and halve the effort required for dough and heavy batters. The sealed housing, ergonomic handle, and versatile MultiWhisk attachments are highlighted as engineering strengths, positioning the mixer as a serious tool for avid home bakers.
Everyday users consistently praise the mixer's powerful motor, the convenience of the thumb dial, and the handy storage bag, noting that it handles bread dough and cake batters with ease. Recurring complaints focus on the unit's weight during long sessions and the limited reach of its 5-ft cord, as well as occasional confusion over listed dimensions.
“thumb dial is seamless”
“perfect for homemade bread”
“packs neatly”
