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Bosch Series 4 MUM5XW20 review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£250Motor power:1000 WBowl capacity:3.9 LNumber of speed levels:7Number of included attachments:5Weight:5.3 kg

Bosch Series 4 MUM5XW20 Review: Compare 41 technical specifications, 1 expert reviews and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

Bosch Series 4 MUM5XW20
8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 10
✕
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
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

60%

8.0

Technical score

15%

?

User scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 8.0, the mark of a weaker model in this category

15%

8.4

List score

10%

7.7

Reviews score

★Better than 96% of stand mixers
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

8.3

Price

★Better than 93%
8.0

Technical score

Technical score
8.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components

35%

8.1

Performance

15%

8.0

Functions

15%

5.4

Bowl

15%

8.4

Accessories

10%

8.6

Design

10%

10

Safety

★Better than 95%
7.7

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.7/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 53% of models

80%

8.4

Average grade

20%

5.0

Popularity

Grades by review (1)
1 review, with a printed score. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
▼Worse than 53%
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
No ratings from across the web yet, so it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
No ratings from across the web yet
8.4

List score

List score
8.4/ 10
✕
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 (1)
List score: in 1 of 13 lists (8%)
▲Better than 85%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £250
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Technical Specifications of stand mixer Bosch Series 4 MUM5XW20

Technical score
Technical score
8.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components:

35%

8.1

Performance

15%

8.0

Functions

15%

5.4

Bowl

15%

8.4

Accessories

10%

8.6

Design

10%

10

Safety

8.0
Reviews score
7.7
User score
?
List score
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

8.3

Price

8.1
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
yes
This stand mixer has built-in scale, unlike 10.1%.
Heating function
no
This stand mixer does not have heating function, unlike 96.6%.
Maximum timer
?
Display
yes
This stand mixer has a display. 73.2% of stand mixers have a display.
Control type
buttons
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Number of included attachments
5
Market range: <3 – >6
This stand mixer comes with 5 included attachments, which is more accessories than with 82.8% of stand mixers and equal to that with 4.7% 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
27.1 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 27.1 cm, which is lower than the height of 95.5% 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
5.3 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 5.3 kg, which is lighter than 72% 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 MUM5XW20 vs the average stand mixer

246810TotalPerformanceFunctionsDesignBowlAccessoriesSafety
  • 2 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 (5 vs 3).
    5 vs 3
  • Has built-in scale
    This stand mixer includes a built-in scale (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 31 dB quieter operation
    This stand mixer runs with noticeably less motor whine, creating a more pleasant kitchen environment than the average stand mixer (44 dB vs 75 dB).
    44 dB vs 75 dB
  • Has a display
    This stand mixer has a display, while the average stand mixer does not. 27.1% of stand mixers have a display.
  • 7.9 cm lower height
    This stand mixer fits more comfortably beneath low kitchen wall cabinets and shelves than the average stand mixer (27.1 cm vs 35 cm).
    27.1 cm vs 35 cm
  • 29.3% lighter
    This stand mixer is lighter than the average stand mixer (5.3 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    5.3 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 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
  • 9.2% better value for money
    Bosch Series 4 MUM5XW20 has better value for money than the average stand mixer (8.08 vs 7.4).
    8.08 vs 7.4
  • 9.2% better value for money
    Bosch Series 4 MUM5XW20 has better value for money than the average stand mixer (8.08 vs 7.4).
    8.08 vs 7.4
  • 2.7% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.7/ 10
    ✕
    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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models

    80%

    8.4

    Average grade

    20%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 review, with a printed score. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    7.7 vs 7.5
  • 1.2% higher list score
    List score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    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 (1)
    List score: in 1 of 13 lists (8%)
    8.4 vs 8.3
  • 31 dB quieter operation
    This stand mixer runs with noticeably less motor whine, creating a more pleasant kitchen environment than the average stand mixer (44 dB vs 75 dB).
    44 dB vs 75 dB
  • Has built-in scale
    This stand mixer includes a built-in scale (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • Has a display
    This stand mixer has a display, while the average stand mixer does not. 27.1% of stand mixers have a display.
  • 7.9 cm lower height
    This stand mixer fits more comfortably beneath low kitchen wall cabinets and shelves than the average stand mixer (27.1 cm vs 35 cm).
    27.1 cm vs 35 cm
  • 29.3% lighter
    This stand mixer is lighter than the average stand mixer (5.3 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    5.3 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 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
  • 2 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 (5 vs 3).
    5 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
  • 19.1% more expensive
    Bosch Series 4 MUM5XW20 is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£250 vs £210).
    £250 vs £210
  • 19.1% more expensive
    Bosch Series 4 MUM5XW20 is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£250 vs £210).
    £250 vs £210
  • 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

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
15/07/2022
Hands-on test · Compact baker
Verdict
The Bosch MUM5XW20 is a light, quiet, compact mixer with a strong whisk that suits small kitchens, but its flat beater struggles with liquids and it's unsteady.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Bosch Series 4 MUM5XW20

  • Powerful 1000W motor easily handles heavy and dense sourdough or yeast doughs
  • Convenient integrated scale allows direct weighing inside the mixing bowl
  • Features a built-in count-up timer to easily monitor processing time
  • Versatile multi-functionality with extensive, dishwasher-safe attachments
  • 3D Planetary Mixing ensures comprehensive and even ingredient blending
  • Highly stable during operation thanks to non-slip suction feet
  • Automatic cable rewind mechanism makes power cord storage neat and simple

What customers don't like about Bosch Series 4 MUM5XW20

  • Main housing is primarily made of plastic, making it feel less robust than high-end all-metal mixers
  • Integrated scale only measures in 5-gram increments, making it less ideal for precise fine measurements
  • Lacks a countdown timer feature or pre-selectable auto-stop processing time
  • The included blender jug is made of plastic rather than premium glass
  • The extensive array of accessories requires a substantial amount of kitchen storage space

Verdict

The Bosch Series 4 MUM5XW20 is a versatile 1000-watt kitchen machine featuring a 3.9-litre stainless steel bowl capable of processing up to 2.7 kg of cake batter or 1.9 kg of yeast dough. It is characterized by its 3D PlanetaryMixing system, an integrated digital scale reading in 5-gram increments, an integrated count-up timer, and 7 speed settings plus a pulse function. The main pros include its space-saving multi-use design, a generous accessory package with a continuous shredder and blender, dishwasher-safe components, and an automatic parking position for easy ingredient filling. On the downside, the primary housing relies heavily on plastic construction rather than premium metal, the extensive collection of attachments requires substantial storage space, and the processing time cannot be pre-selected to auto-stop the machine.

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