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Brandt KM650B review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£140Motor power:650 WBowl capacity:4 LNumber of speed levels:6Number of included attachments:4Weight:6.2 kg

Brandt KM650B Review: Compare 41 technical specifications and 1 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

Brandt KM650B
6.2/10

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 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
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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%

6.0

Reviews score

â–¼Worse than 90% of stand mixers
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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
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Score components

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

â–¼Worse than 62%
6.0

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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Score components

35%

5.3

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

5.9

Bowl

15%

6.2

Accessories

10%

7.4

Design

10%

10

Safety

â–¼Worse than 75%
6.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models

6.0

Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.2

Average grade

20%

5.0

Popularity

Grades by review (1)
1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
â–¼Worse than 85%
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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6.0

Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

70%

8.2

Rating

30%

7.0

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 88%
?

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 Brandt KM650B

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 75% of models
Score components:

35%

5.3

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

5.9

Bowl

15%

6.2

Accessories

10%

7.4

Design

10%

10

Safety

6.0
Reviews score
6.0
User score
6.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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 62% of models
Score components:

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

7.2
Mixer type
planetary
Head design
?
Motor power
650 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 650 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated power of 78.1% of stand mixers and equal to that of 0.9% of stand mixers.
Number of speed levels
6
Market range: <6 – >11
This stand mixer offers 6 speed levels, which is fewer speed settings than on 59.7% of stand mixers and equal to that on 31.6% of stand mixers.
Maximum speed
?
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Bowl capacity
4 L
Market range: <4 L – >7.6 L
This stand mixer features a bowl capacity of 4 L, which is smaller than the mixing bowl of 84.4% of stand mixers and equal to that of 6.3% 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
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
buttons
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Number of included attachments
4
Market range: <3 – >6
This stand mixer comes with 4 included attachments, which is more accessories than with 68.4% of stand mixers and equal to that with 14% 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
37.4 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 37.4 cm, which is taller than 71.4% of stand mixers.
Width
22 cm
Market range: <21 cm – >40.2 cm
This stand mixer measures 22 cm in width, which is narrower than 87.2% of stand mixers and equal in width to 1.4% of stand mixers.
Depth
33 cm
Market range: <22 cm – >42 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 33 cm, which is deeper than 53% of stand mixers.
Weight
6.2 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 6.2 kg, which is lighter than 65% of stand mixers and equal in weight to 0.9% 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
yes
This stand mixer has automatic shut-off, unlike 57.4%.
Non-slip feet
yes
This stand mixer has non-slip feet, unlike 100%.

Brandt KM650B vs the average stand mixer

246810TotalPerformanceFunctionsDesignBowlAccessoriesSafety
  • 1 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 (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 6 cm narrower body
    This stand mixer takes up less horizontal space on the countertop, leaving more prep area than the average stand mixer (22 cm vs 28 cm).
    22 cm vs 28 cm
  • 17.3% 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.
    6.2 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 50% cheaper
    Brandt KM650B is cheaper than the average stand mixer (£140 vs £210).
    £140 vs £210
  • 50% cheaper
    Brandt KM650B is cheaper than the average stand mixer (£140 vs £210).
    £140 vs £210
  • 6 cm narrower body
    This stand mixer takes up less horizontal space on the countertop, leaving more prep area than the average stand mixer (22 cm vs 28 cm).
    22 cm vs 28 cm
  • 17.3% 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.
    6.2 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 1 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 (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 350 W less motor power
    This stand mixer provides less motor torque and may strain on stiff, multi-pound dough batches compared to the average stand mixer (650 W vs 1,000 W).
    650 W vs 1,000 W
  • 10 dB louder operation
    This stand mixer produces more audible motor noise during heavy kneading sessions than the average stand mixer (85 dB vs 75 dB).
    85 dB vs 75 dB
  • 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 (4 L vs 5 L).
    4 L vs 5 L
  • 1 fewer speed levels
    This stand mixer has fewer speed steps and larger jumps between speed settings than the average stand mixer (6 vs 7).
    6 vs 7
  • 0.19 m shorter power cord
    This stand mixer has a shorter power cord and must sit closer to a wall outlet than the average stand mixer (0.9 m vs 1.09 m).
    0.9 m vs 1.09 m
  • 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 7.8 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.2

    Rating

    30%

    7.0

    Popularity

    6.0 vs 7.7
  • 2.4 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 (37.4 cm vs 35 cm).
    37.4 cm vs 35 cm
  • 20.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.0/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models

    6.0

    Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    6.0 vs 7.5
  • 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 7.8 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.2

    Rating

    30%

    7.0

    Popularity

    6.0 vs 7.7
  • 20.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.0/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models

    6.0

    Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.2

    Average grade

    20%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    6.0 vs 7.5
  • 3.4% worse value for money
    Brandt KM650B has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (7.16 vs 7.4).
    7.16 vs 7.4
  • 350 W less motor power
    This stand mixer provides less motor torque and may strain on stiff, multi-pound dough batches compared to the average stand mixer (650 W vs 1,000 W).
    650 W vs 1,000 W
  • 10 dB louder operation
    This stand mixer produces more audible motor noise during heavy kneading sessions than the average stand mixer (85 dB vs 75 dB).
    85 dB vs 75 dB
  • 1 fewer speed levels
    This stand mixer has fewer speed steps and larger jumps between speed settings than the average stand mixer (6 vs 7).
    6 vs 7
  • 0.19 m shorter power cord
    This stand mixer has a shorter power cord and must sit closer to a wall outlet than the average stand mixer (0.9 m vs 1.09 m).
    0.9 m vs 1.09 m
  • 2.4 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 (37.4 cm vs 35 cm).
    37.4 cm vs 35 cm
  • 1.68 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (33 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    33 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 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 (4 L vs 5 L).
    4 L vs 5 L

Video reviews

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

7.0
La Cook Family
≈ estimated
18/05/2020
Unboxing and test · used for about a year
Verdict
Brandt KM650B is solid and easy to use, with simple speed and timer controls, but it stopped working after about a year.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Brandt KM650B

  • Versatile 4-in-1 functionality that kneads, beats, whisks, and blends
  • Includes a high-quality, sturdy 1.5-liter graduated glass blender attachment
  • Compact design that fits easily on kitchen countertops without being overly bulky
  • Very simple and intuitive to operate for everyday baking tasks
  • Dishwasher-safe bowl and accessories make cleanup quick and convenient
  • Equipped with functional suction feet that help stabilize the base during use

What customers don't like about Brandt KM650B

  • Plastic body construction feels less premium and durable than full-metal alternatives
  • The 4-liter bowl capacity can be restrictive for larger families or bulk batches
  • The 650W motor can struggle, vibrate, or become noisy when kneading dense bread or brioche doughs
  • Standard attachments sometimes fail to reach the very bottom or sides of the bowl, requiring manual scraping

Verdict

The Brandt KM650B is a 4-in-1 multifunctional stand mixer featuring a 650-watt double rotation motor, 6 operating speeds, a pulse function, a 4-liter stainless steel mixing bowl, and a 1.5-liter glass blender attachment. Its primary advantages include its versatile pastry kit (comprising an easily interchangeable whisk, dough hook, and beater), strong stability enhanced by suction feet, and dishwasher-safe components for effortless cleaning. However, it is primarily constructed with a plastic body shell, which may lack the premium tactile feel of solid metal competitors, and its 4-liter capacity can restrict the processing of oversized commercial dough batches.

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