Kraftsman All Metal
Score: 86/100
Bonnor Stand Mixer
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Bonnor 6QT Stand Mixer delivers professional-grade power with a 660 W motor, extensive accessories and a long 7-year warranty. Its large footprint, weight and premium price are trade-offs for the high performance. Ideal for serious home bakers who need capacity and durability.
The Kraftsman KM50 is a heavy-duty all-metal stand mixer with a powerful 400W DC motor and a large 5.3 L bowl. Its weight and limited 8-speed range may be drawbacks for users needing portability or finer speed control. Ideal for serious home bakers who value quiet, high-torque performance and expandability via the universal hub.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
400 watts | 660 wattsbest | |
5.3 L | 5.68 Lbest | |
0.54 hp | 0.885 hpbest | |
8 | 11best | |
| ↓ lower better | 11.29 kg | 5.9 kgbest |
— | 7 yearsbest | |
4 | 6best | |
| ↓ lower better | 68 dBbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power & Performance(3) | ||
Motor Power (watts) | 400 watts | 660 watts |
Horsepower (hp) | 0.54 hp | 0.885 hp |
Number of Speeds | 8 | 11 |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 4 | 6 |
Design & Build(5) | ||
Bowl Capacity (L) | 5.3 L | 5.68 L |
Weight (kg) | 11.29 kg | 5.90 kg |
Width (cm) | 18.9 cm | 33.0 cm |
Height (cm) | 35 cm | 40.6 cm |
Depth (cm) | 37.8 cm | 22.9 cm |
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Professional reviewers commend the KM50 for its pioneering DC motor that delivers strong torque quietly, its robust all-metal build, and the versatile universal hub that expands functionality beyond typical mixers.
Everyday users are enthusiastic about the mixer's modern aesthetic, solid stainless-steel construction, and the stability provided by its heavy weight. They frequently mention the convenience of the tilt-head and dishwasher-safe attachments, while the only recurring concern is the risk of batter overflow if the bowl is overfilled and the difficulty of moving the heavy unit.
Professional reviewers consider the Bonnor 6QT Stand Mixer a high-performance appliance, emphasizing its powerful 660W motor, precise touchscreen controls, and quiet operation. They view the planetary mixing system and extensive warranty as indicators of durability and professional-grade results, positioning it as a strong contender for serious home bakers.
Consumers consistently praise the mixer's ability to tackle heavy doughs, its convenient tilt-head and wide inlet, and the ease of cleaning thanks to dishwasher-safe parts. The quiet operation and added ice-cream bowl are also highlighted as desirable features, while the lack of documented complaints leaves potential downsides ambiguous.
“The design is amazing and the mixer feels super heavy and solid stainless steel.”
