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Bosch Series 4 MUM58257 review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£250Motor power:1000 WBowl capacity:3.9 LNumber of speed levels:7Number of included attachments:7Weight:8.1 kg

Bosch Series 4 MUM58257 Review: Compare 41 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

Bosch Series 4 MUM58257
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 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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Score components

60%

7.0

Technical score

15%

8.5

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–²Better than 71% of stand mixers
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 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%

7.3

Overall score

30%

8.3

Price

â–²Better than 58%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 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%

6.9

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

5.4

Bowl

15%

8.7

Accessories

10%

8.1

Design

10%

10

Safety

â–²Better than 70%
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Reviews score

Reviews score
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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
8.5

User score

User score
8.5/ 10
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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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70%

8.7

Rating

30%

7.9

Popularity

â–²Better than 50%
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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.
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Technical Specifications of stand mixer Bosch Series 4 MUM58257

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 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%

6.9

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

5.4

Bowl

15%

8.7

Accessories

10%

8.1

Design

10%

10

Safety

7.0
Reviews score
7.7
User score
8.5
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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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â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

8.3

Price

7.6
Mixer type
planetary
Head design
tilt-head
Motor power
1,000 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 1,000 W of motor power, which is higher than the rated power of 37.1% of stand mixers and equal to that of 21% 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
3.9 L
Market range: <4 L – >7.6 L
This stand mixer features a bowl capacity of 3.9 L, which is smaller than the mixing bowl of 91.1% of stand mixers and equal to that of 4.9% of stand mixers.
Dough capacity
2.7 kg
Market range: <1.3 kg – >5 kg
This stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.7 kg, which is larger than 58.9% of stand mixers and equal to 6.5% of stand mixers.
Bowl material
stainless steel
Splash guard included
yes
This stand mixer has a splash guard, unlike 90.5%.
Dishwasher-safe parts
yes
This stand mixer has dishwasher-safe parts, unlike 85.1%.
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
7
Market range: <3 – >6
This stand mixer comes with 7 included attachments, which is more accessories than with 92.1% of stand mixers and equal to that with 3.3% 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
28.2 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 28.2 cm, which is lower than the height of 89.1% of stand mixers and equal to that of 5% of stand mixers.
Width
28 cm
Market range: <21 cm – >40.2 cm
This stand mixer measures 28 cm in width, which is narrower than 46.6% of stand mixers and equal in width to 5.5% of stand mixers.
Depth
27.1 cm
Market range: <22 cm – >42 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 27.1 cm, which is shallower than 63.6% of stand mixers and equal in depth to 4.6% of stand mixers.
Weight
8.1 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 8.1 kg, which is heavier than 53.3% of stand mixers and equal in weight to 0.5% of stand mixers.
Body material
plastic
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Overload protection
yes
This stand mixer has overload protection, unlike 99.3%.
Safety locking system
yes
This stand mixer has safety locking system, unlike 97.5%.
Automatic shut-off
yes
This stand mixer has automatic shut-off, unlike 57.4%.
Non-slip feet
yes
This stand mixer has non-slip feet, unlike 100%.

Bosch Series 4 MUM58257 vs the average stand mixer

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  • 4 more included attachments
    This stand mixer equips you with more versatile tools out of the box without needing extra purchases than the average stand mixer (7 vs 3).
    7 vs 3
  • 6.8 cm lower height
    This stand mixer fits more comfortably beneath low kitchen wall cabinets and shelves than the average stand mixer (28.2 cm vs 35 cm).
    28.2 cm vs 35 cm
  • 4.23 cm shallower depth
    This stand mixer fits cleanly on standard worktops without protruding past the counter edge compared to the average stand mixer (27.1 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    27.1 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 12.5% larger dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a larger dough capacity than the average stand mixer (2.7 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    2.7 kg vs 2.4 kg
  • 10.4% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 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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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 50% of models

    70%

    8.7

    Rating

    30%

    7.9

    Popularity

    8.5 vs 7.7
  • 0.01 m longer power cord
    This stand mixer reaches wall outlets across the countertop with greater freedom than the average stand mixer (1.1 m vs 1.09 m).
    1.1 m vs 1.09 m
  • 2.9% better value for money
    Bosch Series 4 MUM58257 has better value for money than the average stand mixer (7.61 vs 7.4).
    7.61 vs 7.4
  • 10.4% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 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–² Better than 50% of models

    70%

    8.7

    Rating

    30%

    7.9

    Popularity

    8.5 vs 7.7
  • 2.9% better value for money
    Bosch Series 4 MUM58257 has better value for money than the average stand mixer (7.61 vs 7.4).
    7.61 vs 7.4
  • 6.8 cm lower height
    This stand mixer fits more comfortably beneath low kitchen wall cabinets and shelves than the average stand mixer (28.2 cm vs 35 cm).
    28.2 cm vs 35 cm
  • 4.23 cm shallower depth
    This stand mixer fits cleanly on standard worktops without protruding past the counter edge compared to the average stand mixer (27.1 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    27.1 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 0.01 m longer power cord
    This stand mixer reaches wall outlets across the countertop with greater freedom than the average stand mixer (1.1 m vs 1.09 m).
    1.1 m vs 1.09 m
  • 12.5% larger dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a larger dough capacity than the average stand mixer (2.7 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    2.7 kg vs 2.4 kg
  • 4 more included attachments
    This stand mixer equips you with more versatile tools out of the box without needing extra purchases than the average stand mixer (7 vs 3).
    7 vs 3
  • 1.1 L smaller bowl capacity
    This stand mixer has a more compact bowl and may require splitting big holiday batches into multiple mixes compared to the average stand mixer (3.9 L vs 5 L).
    3.9 L vs 5 L
  • 1 dB louder operation
    This stand mixer produces more audible motor noise during heavy kneading sessions than the average stand mixer (76 dB vs 75 dB).
    76 dB vs 75 dB
  • 8% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (8.1 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    8.1 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 19.1% more expensive
    Bosch Series 4 MUM58257 is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£250 vs £210).
    £250 vs £210
  • 19.1% more expensive
    Bosch Series 4 MUM58257 is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£250 vs £210).
    £250 vs £210
  • 1 dB louder operation
    This stand mixer produces more audible motor noise during heavy kneading sessions than the average stand mixer (76 dB vs 75 dB).
    76 dB vs 75 dB
  • 8% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (8.1 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    8.1 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 1.1 L smaller bowl capacity
    This stand mixer has a more compact bowl and may require splitting big holiday batches into multiple mixes compared to the average stand mixer (3.9 L vs 5 L).
    3.9 L vs 5 L

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Bosch Series 4 MUM58257

  • Powerful 1000W motor easily handles heavy doughs and large batches
  • 3D Planetary Mixing incorporates ingredients thoroughly from sides and bottom without manual scraping
  • Highly versatile with an extensive accessory kit including a blender, meat mincer, continuous shredder, and citrus press
  • Lightweight, compact landscape design that is easy to store under low cabinets
  • Stable operation during mixing due to secure suction feet on the base
  • Convenient features like the EasyArmLift button and an automatic tool parking position at the back of the bowl
  • Dishwasher-safe accessories make cleaning quick and effortless
  • Excellent price-to-performance value compared to heavier high-end alternatives

What customers don't like about Bosch Series 4 MUM58257

  • Predominantly plastic outer housing construction makes it feel less premium or sturdy than full-metal mixers
  • The 1.25L plastic blender jar attachment feels somewhat cheap
  • The 3.9L stainless steel bowl has a raised center bump, making it awkward to use on its own for other kitchen tasks
  • Can struggle or visibly flex when heavily kneading certain stiff mixtures like soft butter or very dense bread doughs
  • Can take up significant counter width due to its wider landscape-oriented footprint
  • Unlike newer sub-variants in the Series 4 line, this specific model lacks built-in integrated scales and an automatic timer

Verdict

The Bosch Series 4 MUM58257 is a versatile 1000-watt kitchen machine featuring a 3.9-litre stainless steel mixing bowl capable of processing up to 2.7 kg of cake mixture or 1.9 kg of yeast dough. Key characteristics include 3D Planetary Mixing, 7 speed settings plus a pulse function, an EasyArmLift button for effortless arm movement, and an automatic parking position that shifts tools to the back for easy filling. Main pros include its powerful motor for handling heavy doughs, dishwasher-safe accessories, and immense multifunctionality via the included profi patisserie set, multi-mixer, continuous shredder, citrus press, meat mincer, and blender attachment. However, noted cons include the lack of a silicone-edged whisk variant to eliminate minor ingredient residue at the bottom of the bowl, and the risk of debris getting into the slots if the machine is overfilled.

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