Am confused about Hamilton beach eclectrics and Bosch compact mixer. Can anyone help decide between the two? I am not going to buy a mixer another 5yr
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I have had many mixers over the past 35 years. The Bosch Compact Mixer is the one I wish I had bought way back when! It mixes easily, thoroughly, and well. It has plenty of power and is well made. I had the Hamilton Beach Pro model and it did not meet my needs. I bake at home, on occasion and just wanted something that would work consistently without breaking down. The Bosch is the BEST mixer I've ever had!!!
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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 do not know anything about Hamilton Beach but I do love my Bosch compact mixer. I make bread using this mixer with no problems at all.
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I have never used the Bosch< but popular Mechanics Rated it the same as the Fein. I have used the dremel, sonicrafter, Ridgid Cordless, and craftsman from coworkers. The Fein is the Best by far. After I bought my Fein, the guys I work with purchased it as well. I would definitely not recommend going cordless. The batteries have limited lifespan, and the tools are nowhere near as powerful. I am a contractor, and this tool is brought out on almost every job. It is definitely worth buying, so just go straight ahead and get the fein. you will not regret it once you try the competition
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No. One I looked at in the store and considered in the same price range is the Hamilton Beach 64650 Classic Stand/Hand Mixer. The same identical mixer alone sells for half the price($19.00 - $23.00). I didn't want to deal with storing it and the mixer had deal breaking poor reviews regarding "...no real slow speed." The Hamilton Beach stand was really nice though and not the monster the Classic Kitchen Aid was that I had and hardly used.
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Mixer is still working great. Have had it for over 2 years. I don't use it every day or anything like that. I am in a band that gigs about once a month so have used it for around 30 jobs in that time. So far so good, no issues.
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I e-mailed KitcheAid and asked them this question. I have the 9 Speed. It was almost a year ago but I think they said it was 220 watts. I have a 30 year old KitchenAid K5SS stand mixer that is still going strong. I do not abuse it. It was made by Hobart and there is a tag on the side of the mixer saying so. Their quality has really gone down. The KitchenAid 9-Speed mixer I bought lasted one mixing. Dealing with KitchenAid is like dealing with the government. I was fortunate that I bought the item from a reliable retailer. I returned it and got a new one which I have never used. I still use our 20 year old $20.00 mixer as it is only 110 watts and seems to be just as powerful as the KitchenAid. I stay away from their products even if they get good reviews.
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I do believe that they are the same. 1.3 H.P. DC Motor which Is I understand it uses a gear drive mechanism. Believe it or not the next step up is a Hobart 5 Qt. mixer with a 1/3 H.P motor. I am not sure why the motors are rated like this. Last I knew the Hobart used bely drive and still has to be turned off to switch gears of which there are only three. It will however low through just about anything without complaint all day every day. Bagel dough is one of the hardest doughs on a mixer. I wouldn't recommend using this as the primary mixer in a Bagel Shop, but other than that the Hobart 5 Qt. is a classic beast of a machine and you will find that the 3 speeds are all you really knead:) The only issue is the cost. you can buy 3 Kitchen Aid mixers for the price of one Hobart 5-quart. So I guess it would all depend on what you do with the mixer and how often you do it. Hobart mixers go up in size to the point where you could fit a person in the mixing bowl. Even though the Kitchen Aid says it is "Commercial" it isn't really when put up against the same size of Hobart mixer (same manufacturer, Hobart Corp makes Kitchen Aid). So decide on how much money you want to spend and get the Hobart if you can do so without putting to much strain on your pocket, you will not be sorry. I have used them in Commercial Kitchens for 30+ years and they are the standard by which all other mixers are measured. Although other manufacturers make soma great mixers to be sure, it is my opinion that there is nothing like a Hobart mixer for function and day in and day out durability. Hobart's are also easy to get parts for and fix if some does ever go wrong. You can also look into used/refurbished Hobart's without much worry as to their ability as long as they are bought by a Certified Hobart Reseller or someone you trust and who knows the history of the machine. Best of luck and happy mixing...
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I returned a Kitchenaid mixer because it vibrated badly. The two Cuisinart mixers I have had in the past two months along with five sets of beaters, all vibrated badly because the beater "fins" were misaligned with the shafts.
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I've used the Bosch twice for single cake batches, both came out well using the wire whip mix attachment. Mostly use the mixer for small and large bread recipes. One nice thing about this mixer regardless of the recipe is the weight...it's so much easier to handle than than the KA mixers.
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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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You are talking about a hand mixer. I don't mix bread dough with it. I have never had a problem with power. I have had to replace the beaters a couple of times.
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I do not know for sure, but I really doubt it. Kitchenaid is a Whirlpool company and Hamilton Beach is tied in with Proctor Silex. If they were both part of the same company then there might be a. chance of them being compatible, but in this case they are not. Also, this one that is used on the Kitchenaid grinder is the flimsiest cutter I have ever seen on ANY grinder, ever. So I hope that the one specifically for your Hamilton Beach is more substantial.
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I don't have any experience with the euro model other than the electrical being different (differnce is the voltage and would need a converter to work with US standard). I don't think they would require European construction and US to be different because it wouldn't be cost effective. In other words, I strongly believe that attachments are universal to all stand mixers otherwise they would have a million different attachments because of all of the different models kitchenaide manufactures. It's a great accessory. Enjoy!
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I'm looking to replace my Braun hand mixer that I've had for over 10 years. I know my "older version" definitely said to not run it continuously. It needs to be used in a sort of pulsing action. I have used mine primarily for the chopping and food processing for which I find it indispensable. Even with a family of 6 there are countless ways it is more practical that my large, bulky food processor.
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Hello, I have a Bosch mixer because we eat home made bread.. I follow Chef Brad's recipe for whole wheat bread that makes 5 loaves of bread. I have 5 loaves done and baked in 1 hour and 10 minutes.To 16 cups of flour or so, is added 2 tablespoons of dough enhancer. I expect the 4#'s of dough conditioner I ordered from Honeyville will last a good while. I also buy yeast in bulk. I store both of these items in the freezer. I have a Wonder Mill that grinds my white wheat into flour. The Bosch and the Wonder Mill costs but it has paid for itself. We buy the white wheat in bulk. It will store for years but the flour needs to be used on a regular basis. Hello, I have a Bosch mixer because we eat home made bread.. I follow Chef Brad's recipe for whole wheat bread that makes 5 loaves of bread. I have 5 loaves done and baked in 1 hour and 10 minutes.To 16 cups of flour or so, is added 2 tablespoons of dough enhancer. I expect the 4#'s of dough conditioner I ordered from Honeyville will last a good while. I also buy yeast in bulk. I store both of these items in the freezer. I have a Wonder Mill that grinds my white wheat into flour. The Bosch and the Wonder Mill costs but it has paid for itself. We buy the white wheat in bulk. It will... » Read More Hello, I have a Bosch mixer because we eat home made bread.. I follow Chef Brad's recipe for whole wheat bread that makes 5 loaves of bread. I have 5 loaves done and baked in 1 hour and 10 minutes.To 16 cups of flour or so, is added 2 tablespoons of dough enhancer. I expect the 4#'s of dough conditioner I ordered from Honeyville will last a good while. I also buy yeast in bulk. I store both of these items in the freezer. I have a Wonder Mill that grinds my white wheat into flour. The Bosch and the Wonder Mill costs but it has paid for itself. We buy the white wheat in bulk. It will store for years but the flour needs to be used on a regular basis. « Show Less
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It doesn't say how many watts, I can't find that info anywhere on the booklet or on the mixer. However, watts = amps x volts so with that info on the mixer, it has 216 watts. (120 amps x 1.8 volts). I have not used this mixer yet, so I have not written a review but it comes with regular beaters, a whisk, and dough hooks which all fit in the case. When my new kitchen is finally finished, I will use it and write a review. I have always had good luck with Hamilton Beach products, though, and they are reasonably priced. Someone wrote that it is hard to get the beaters out. You have to push the speed button down into the machine and they come right out.
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I have a 1970s bar mixer. Hamilton Beach said that they did not have replacement parts available and wanted to sell me a new product. Decided to take a chance and ordered the replacement blade assembly, and found out that they are basically all the same, except for the quality. The blade assembly that I ordered was a commercial one that has lasted a lot longer than the one previous to it. For what little they cost, if you like the mixer that you have, I'd take a chance and see if it'll fit. Hope this helps.
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If you are talking about the slicer/shredder with the optional mini-dough hook, that is intended for making very small batches of dough. It works very well, but few people actually need it. Not many people make such small batches of dough with this mixer. If you are typically going to be making only one loaf at a time, or even 2, the Bosch Compact might be a better choice for you - it's also easier to use for general purpose tasks.