Is this mixer any good?

yellowbear

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What's your opinion on this mixer? Any good? Would you go for something else?

Tiddlywinks

Good Housekeeping review here:

https://www.goodhousekeeping.co.uk/institute/product-reviews/mixers/russell-hobbs-creations-kitchen-machine-18557

Also, have a look at the Amazon reviews for the 18553 - mixed reviews and concerns about breakdowns - the mixer itself looks exactly the same.

My opinion: it looks like fantastic value for money but I would worry about getting replacement parts in the future as Russell Hobbs is not known for its mixers.

Have a look on YouTube as well for independent demos.

yellowbear

How come this didn't post yesterday??

Oh well...

Thanks Tiddlywinks. Always good to get a second opinion. I'll have a looky around.

Tiddlywinks

Yellowbear - what do you think now you've seen the reviews?

What are you going to use the mixer for? What's your budget? Are you looking for the most affordable or a real workhorse?

Some of the review videos show this model working next to a KitchenAid mixer for a side by side comparison - the dough hook didn't pick up as well, the whisking took much longer and, generally, it rocked around more.... BUT the KitchenAid is five times the price!

I have a KitchenAid and got it after months of poring over reviews... primarily went for this instead of a Kenwood because it is built using the original design and all parts are serviceable and readily available so it should last me out :rotfl:.

The Kenwoods have started to get more mixed reviews with people saying the newer ranges seem less robust.... I don't know if that's right but I steered away for peace of mind.

So, what're your thoughts?