10 best planetary pastry mixers

Thanks to its spacious bowl with handles, this mixer is often the choice of professional pastry chefs. Of course, the democratic price also plays an important role. This is one of the most budget models of the rating. In general, buyers are satisfied with the performance of the device. Although many noted that the display often freezes in the mixer and the timer may fail. It also works quite loudly. But back to the positives. The body of the device is made of aluminum, it has a high-quality simple assembly, and all parts are easily replaced in case of breakage. The mixer is securely fixed on the table with suction cups, does not heat up and has 6 speed modes. It is versatile and suitable for whipping any kind of dough, cream, minced meat and other ingredients.

The model with the lowest price in our top. Mixer DOMOCHEF DC-10012 is designed for domestic and industrial use. It has an optimal bowl capacity, a bright design and a standard set of options. Of course, the mixer cannot boast such options as a timer or a large selection of speeds. But the built-in functions are enough to become a reliable assistant for a confectioner. The device has a convenient ergonomic design, simple operation and a stable housing with rubber suction cups. A separate plus is the high level of power. Its indicator is as much as 2700 watts. Like many other professional mixers, DOMOCHEF DC-10012 is rarely seen on sale. Perhaps this is the only serious drawback of the model.

A good option for home bakers. The mixer is designed for kneading creams, dough, sauces. This model is often used in cafes, eateries, canteens and small pastry shops. Thanks to the hinged top part, the device is easy to assemble, disassemble, fix on the table and wash. It has 10 modes and a speed variator. Despite the low power, users were pleasantly impressed with the performance of the mixer. It works fast, quietly and doesn't get hot. The kitchen helper is equally good at whipping cream, eggs and hard dough. To do this, the mixer comes with a whisk, a beater and a hook. Although more exclusive dishes may require additional attachments.

A versatile mixer that is equally suitable for home and professional use. This is one of the few Kitfort mixers with a capacity of 6 liters. It has an all-metal body and attachments, not counting the base of the whisk. The bowl is made of stainless steel. The main feature of the model is the presence of a meat grinder, which makes it more functional than conventional planetary mixers. Together with the Kitfort KT-1350, even small portions can be whipped, thanks to the fact that the beaters reach to the very bottom of the bowl. A slight discomfort during the cooking process is caused by rapid overheating and a loose lid. Otherwise, the mixer received only positive feedback about its work.

The ProfiCook PC-KM 1096 has all the characteristics of a professional mixer. It is powerful, fast, equipped with a metal body and a stainless steel bowl. The model is great for production purposes and confectionery. The kit includes spatulas and hooks for heavy dough, a standard whisk and a transparent lid. The main purpose of the mixer is the preparation of various types of dough, including bread, pastries and Easter cakes. Judging by customer reviews, the mixer copes with this function perfectly, and it does it quite quietly. There are no complaints about the quality and performance of the device. Weak suction cups and an uncomfortable lid are minor drawbacks that do not affect the operation of the mixer.

Professional mixer for confectioners and bakers. The device specializes in mixing hard dough, pastries, muffins and bread. At the same time, it also perfectly whips cream, cream, eggs and other classic ingredients. It has a powerful impact-resistant body, a capacious bowl and a convenient folding head. All parts of the device are made of stainless steel, which makes it very durable. The kit includes 3 standard nozzles, which is not much for an instance from the professional line. A strong protective cover made of polycarbonate saves from splashing products. Given that the model belongs to the production line, it is not so easy to find it on sale.

The floor industrial mixer intended for preparation of confectionery mixes of different level of complexity.Basically, the unit is used for kneading dough of medium consistency, bread, creams, protein masses. This mixer is not suitable for making dry dough. Depending on the density of the ingredients, the device can be loaded up to 75%. Despite the low power level in the characteristics, the mixer copes with a large volume of mixtures quite quickly. It has a well-thought-out safety system with fuses and a powerful ventilated engine. A separate plus is the shock-resistant metal case, parts and even nozzles. Minus - a limited choice of speeds and the lack of a timer.

This mixer is best suited for large pastry shops.Given the large volume of the bowl, the model can be easily attributed to production or even industrial. But for home use, it is not very suitable. At one time, up to 5 kg of flour can be loaded into the mixer, which is considered a rather large indicator. The structure is installed on the floor. It has a strong steel body with an enamel coating and a bowl equipped with a splash guard. Unfortunately, the manufacturer did not provide a wide choice of speeds in this model. There are only three of them. But the model has a serious security system with automatic shutdown, protection against overheating and switching on when the bowl is incorrectly installed.

One of the most famous manufacturers of planetary mixers.KitchenAid is considered a reliable brand, so despite the high price tag, it is often used by professional pastry chefs. The design of the mixer is thought out to the smallest detail. All parts are made of high-quality metal, even the body coating is made of colored enamel, not paint. Judging by the reviews, there are no problems with the operation of the mixer. It can withstand heavy loads and is very durable. Plus, the model comes with a 5-year warranty. Unfortunately, like other mixers in the line, the KitchenAid 5KSM7580XE is equipped with a minimal set of attachments and standard options. But there is a slot for additional attachments.