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Ariete Positano 1588 review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£140Motor power:1200 WBowl capacity:5.5 LNumber of speed levels:7Number of included attachments:3Weight:6.16 kg

Ariete Positano 1588 Review: Compare 41 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

Ariete Positano 1588
6.4/10

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, ratings from across the web and expert reviews.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 60%, List score 15%, User score 15%, Reviews score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

60%

6.0

Technical score

15%

6.0

User score

15%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

?

Reviews scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.7, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 83% of stand mixers
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the stand mixer's overall rating with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a stand mixer with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

â–¼Worse than 59%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 60% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

7.5

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

6.2

Bowl

15%

3.1

Accessories

10%

7.9

Design

10%

6.2

Safety

â–¼Worse than 73%
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Reviews score

Reviews score
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.7 for now.
Share: Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet. Until we do, its review part counts as 7.7.
Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
No expert tests yet
6.0

User score

User score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 15% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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6.0

Mark 8.5 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

70%

8.8

Rating

30%

7.8

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 88%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 15% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Technical Specifications of stand mixer Ariete Positano 1588

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 60% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

35%

7.5

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

6.2

Bowl

15%

3.1

Accessories

10%

7.9

Design

10%

6.2

Safety

6.0
Reviews score
7.7
User score
6.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the stand mixer's overall rating with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a stand mixer with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components:

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

7.3
Mixer type
planetary
Head design
?
Motor power
1,200 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 1,200 W of motor power, which is higher than the rated power of 60.7% of stand mixers and equal to that of 14.3% of stand mixers.
Number of speed levels
7
Market range: <6 – >11
This stand mixer offers 7 speed levels, which is more speed settings than on 40.8% of stand mixers and equal to that on 11.2% of stand mixers.
Maximum speed
?
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Bowl capacity
5.5 L
Market range: <4 L – >7.6 L
This stand mixer features a bowl capacity of 5.5 L, which is larger than the mixing bowl of 59.8% of stand mixers and equal to that of 7.1% of stand mixers.
Dough capacity
?
Bowl material
stainless steel
Splash guard included
yes
This stand mixer has a splash guard, unlike 90.5%.
Dishwasher-safe parts
no
This stand mixer does not have dishwasher-safe parts, unlike 14.5%.
Built-in scale
no
This stand mixer does not have built-in scale, unlike 89.5%.
Heating function
no
This stand mixer does not have heating function, unlike 96.6%.
Maximum timer
?
Display
no
This stand mixer does not have a display. 27.2% of stand mixers have a display.
Control type
dial
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Number of included attachments
3
Market range: <3 – >6
This stand mixer comes with 3 included attachments, which is more accessories than with 2.8% of stand mixers and equal to that with 65.1% of stand mixers.
Dough hook included
yes
This stand mixer has a dough hook, unlike 100%.
Flat beater included
yes
This stand mixer has a flat beater, unlike 96.3%.
Wire whisk included
yes
This stand mixer has a wire whisk, unlike 99.5%.
Meat grinder included
no
This stand mixer does not include a meat grinder, unlike 90.5%.
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Height
38.5 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 38.5 cm, which is taller than 79.6% of stand mixers and equal in height to 0.9% of stand mixers.
Width
28.5 cm
Market range: <21 cm – >40.2 cm
This stand mixer measures 28.5 cm in width, which is wider than 54.3% of stand mixers.
Depth
28.5 cm
Market range: <22 cm – >42 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 28.5 cm, which is shallower than 57.1% of stand mixers and equal in depth to 1.4% of stand mixers.
Weight
6.16 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 6.16 kg, which is lighter than 66.4% of stand mixers.
Body material
plastic
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Overload protection
?
Safety locking system
yes
This stand mixer has safety locking system, unlike 97.5%.
Automatic shut-off
no
This stand mixer does not have automatic shut-off, unlike 42.2%.
Non-slip feet
yes
This stand mixer has non-slip feet, unlike 100%.

Ariete Positano 1588 vs the average stand mixer

246810TotalPerformanceFunctionsDesignBowlAccessoriesSafety
  • 200 W more motor power
    This stand mixer kneads dense bread doughs and heavy batches with greater torque and ease than the average stand mixer (1,200 W vs 1,000 W).
    1,200 W vs 1,000 W
  • 0.5 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (5.5 L vs 5 L).
    5.5 L vs 5 L
  • 5 dB quieter operation
    This stand mixer runs with noticeably less motor whine, creating a more pleasant kitchen environment than the average stand mixer (70 dB vs 75 dB).
    70 dB vs 75 dB
  • 17.9% lighter
    This stand mixer is lighter than the average stand mixer (6.2 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    6.16 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • Features a retro design
    This stand mixer features a retro design (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 2.83 cm shallower depth
    This stand mixer fits cleanly on standard worktops without protruding past the counter edge compared to the average stand mixer (28.5 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    28.5 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 50% cheaper
    Ariete Positano 1588 is cheaper than the average stand mixer (£140 vs £210).
    £140 vs £210
  • 50% cheaper
    Ariete Positano 1588 is cheaper than the average stand mixer (£140 vs £210).
    £140 vs £210
  • 200 W more motor power
    This stand mixer kneads dense bread doughs and heavy batches with greater torque and ease than the average stand mixer (1,200 W vs 1,000 W).
    1,200 W vs 1,000 W
  • 5 dB quieter operation
    This stand mixer runs with noticeably less motor whine, creating a more pleasant kitchen environment than the average stand mixer (70 dB vs 75 dB).
    70 dB vs 75 dB
  • 17.9% lighter
    This stand mixer is lighter than the average stand mixer (6.2 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    6.16 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • Features a retro design
    This stand mixer features a retro design (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 2.83 cm shallower depth
    This stand mixer fits cleanly on standard worktops without protruding past the counter edge compared to the average stand mixer (28.5 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    28.5 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 0.5 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (5.5 L vs 5 L).
    5.5 L vs 5 L
  • Does not have automatic shut-off
    This stand mixer does not include automatic shut-off (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • Does not have dishwasher-safe parts
    This stand mixer does not include dishwasher-safe parts (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 22.1% lower user score
    User score
    6.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 15% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models

    6.0

    Mark 8.5 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.8

    Rating

    30%

    7.8

    Popularity

    6.0 vs 7.7
  • 3.5 cm taller height
    This stand mixer has a taller vertical build that may interfere with overhead cupboards when tilting the head compared to the average stand mixer (38.5 cm vs 35 cm).
    38.5 cm vs 35 cm
  • 1.5% worse value for money
    Ariete Positano 1588 has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (7.28 vs 7.4).
    7.28 vs 7.4
  • 0.5 cm wider body
    This stand mixer occupies wider countertop area and crowds adjacent baking tools compared to the average stand mixer (28.5 cm vs 28 cm).
    28.5 cm vs 28 cm
  • 22.1% lower user score
    User score
    6.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 15% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models

    6.0

    Mark 8.5 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.8

    Rating

    30%

    7.8

    Popularity

    6.0 vs 7.7
  • 1.5% worse value for money
    Ariete Positano 1588 has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (7.28 vs 7.4).
    7.28 vs 7.4
  • 3.5 cm taller height
    This stand mixer has a taller vertical build that may interfere with overhead cupboards when tilting the head compared to the average stand mixer (38.5 cm vs 35 cm).
    38.5 cm vs 35 cm
  • 0.5 cm wider body
    This stand mixer occupies wider countertop area and crowds adjacent baking tools compared to the average stand mixer (28.5 cm vs 28 cm).
    28.5 cm vs 28 cm
  • Does not have dishwasher-safe parts
    This stand mixer does not include dishwasher-safe parts (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • Does not have automatic shut-off
    This stand mixer does not include automatic shut-off (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Ariete Positano 1588

  • Beautiful Mediterranean / vintage design and finishes
  • Suction cups on the bottom provide good surface adherence
  • Generous 5.5-litre stainless steel bowl capacity
  • Includes useful accessories like a splash guard lid and multiple attachments
  • Simple assembly and intuitive to operate
  • Reasonable pricing and good overall value for basic operations
  • Quiet performance relative to other mixers

What customers don't like about Ariete Positano 1588

  • The official instruction manual restricts continuous operation to a maximum of 5 minutes before requiring a cool-down period
  • Unstable or wobbles when kneading heavier or denser doughs
  • Perceived lack of sufficient mixing power by some users, making it too slow for specific tasks like creaming sugar and butter
  • The stainless steel bowl lacks a built-in handle for easy pouring and maneuvering
  • Construction contains too much plastic, leading to durability concerns
  • Not suitable for items requiring prolonged kneading times, such as traditional pizza dough

Verdict

The Ariete Positano 1588 is a planetary stand mixer that combines a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired design with a powerful 2400W maximum motor and a spacious 5.5-liter stainless steel bowl. It features 7 speed levels plus a pulse function, a safety lock, non-slip feet, and an integrated splash guard with a convenient ingredient opening. Key pros include its high power capacity for processing large quantities of thick dough, smooth planetary rotation mechanics, and an included three-piece attachment set (dough hook, mixing beater, and wire whisk). However, common cons associated with this model series include a limited continuous operation time of up to 5 minutes, a body containing substantial plastic components, and potential stability issues when heavily loaded with stiff dough at high speeds.

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