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Cuisinart Precision Master Pro SMD-50 review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£400Motor power:500 WBowl capacity:5.2 LNumber of speed levels:12Number of included attachments:3Weight:8.2 kg

Cuisinart Precision Master Pro SMD-50 Review: Compare 41 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

Cuisinart Precision Master Pro SMD-50
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 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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Score components

60%

6.1

Technical score

15%

8.8

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 58% of stand mixers
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 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%

6.8

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 81%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 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%

5.3

Performance

15%

5.8

Functions

15%

7.3

Bowl

15%

3.5

Accessories

10%

7.2

Design

10%

10

Safety

â–¼Worse than 72%
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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
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 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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â–² Better than 67% of models

70%

9.2

Rating

30%

7.8

Popularity

â–²Better than 67%
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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 Cuisinart Precision Master Pro SMD-50

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 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 72% of models
Score components:

35%

5.3

Performance

15%

5.8

Functions

15%

7.3

Bowl

15%

3.5

Accessories

10%

7.2

Design

10%

10

Safety

6.1
Reviews score
7.7
User score
8.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 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 81% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

6.8

Price

6.8
Mixer type
planetary
Head design
tilt-head
Motor power
500 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 500 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated power of 82.1% of stand mixers and equal to that of 3.6% of stand mixers.
Number of speed levels
12
Market range: <6 – >11
This stand mixer offers 12 speed levels, which is more speed settings than on 92.7% of stand mixers and equal to that on 5.3% of stand mixers.
Maximum speed
?
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Bowl capacity
5.2 L
Market range: <4 L – >7.6 L
This stand mixer features a bowl capacity of 5.2 L, which is larger than the mixing bowl of 53.6% of stand mixers and equal to that of 5.4% 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
60 min
Market range: <10 min – >480 min
This stand mixer features a timer up to 60 min, which is longer than the maximum timer of 64% of stand mixers and equal to that of 20% of stand mixers.
Display
yes
This stand mixer has a display. 73.2% 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
40.9 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 40.9 cm, which is taller than 85.5% of stand mixers.
Width
35.9 cm
Market range: <21 cm – >40.2 cm
This stand mixer measures 35.9 cm in width, which is wider than 74% of stand mixers.
Depth
22 cm
Market range: <22 cm – >42 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 22 cm, which is shallower than 87.6% of stand mixers and equal in depth to 3.7% of stand mixers.
Weight
8.2 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 8.2 kg, which is heavier than 54.7% of stand mixers and equal in weight to 1.9% of stand mixers.
Body material
die-cast metal
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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%.

Cuisinart Precision Master Pro SMD-50 vs the average stand mixer

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  • 5 more speed levels
    This stand mixer allows finer speed tuning from gentle folding to intense whipping than the average stand mixer (12 vs 7).
    12 vs 7
  • Has a display
    This stand mixer has a display, while the average stand mixer does not. 27.1% of stand mixers have a display.
  • Includes a recipe book
    This stand mixer includes a recipe book (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 9.33 cm shallower depth
    This stand mixer fits cleanly on standard worktops without protruding past the counter edge compared to the average stand mixer (22 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    22 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 0.2 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (5.2 L vs 5 L).
    5.2 L vs 5 L
  • 14.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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 67% of models

    70%

    9.2

    Rating

    30%

    7.8

    Popularity

    8.8 vs 7.7
  • 30 min longer timer
    This stand mixer supports longer unattended kneading and mixing cycles with automatic shut-off than the average stand mixer (60 min vs 30 min).
    60 min vs 30 min
  • 14.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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 67% of models

    70%

    9.2

    Rating

    30%

    7.8

    Popularity

    8.8 vs 7.7
  • 5 more speed levels
    This stand mixer allows finer speed tuning from gentle folding to intense whipping than the average stand mixer (12 vs 7).
    12 vs 7
  • Has a display
    This stand mixer has a display, while the average stand mixer does not. 27.1% of stand mixers have a display.
  • 30 min longer timer
    This stand mixer supports longer unattended kneading and mixing cycles with automatic shut-off than the average stand mixer (60 min vs 30 min).
    60 min vs 30 min
  • 9.33 cm shallower depth
    This stand mixer fits cleanly on standard worktops without protruding past the counter edge compared to the average stand mixer (22 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    22 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 0.2 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (5.2 L vs 5 L).
    5.2 L vs 5 L
  • Includes a recipe book
    This stand mixer includes a recipe book (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 500 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 (500 W vs 1,000 W).
    500 W vs 1,000 W
  • Does not have pulse function
    This stand mixer does not include a pulse function (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 9 dB louder operation
    This stand mixer produces more audible motor noise during heavy kneading sessions than the average stand mixer (84 dB vs 75 dB).
    84 dB vs 75 dB
  • 5.9 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 (40.9 cm vs 35 cm).
    40.9 cm vs 35 cm
  • 7.9 cm wider body
    This stand mixer occupies wider countertop area and crowds adjacent baking tools compared to the average stand mixer (35.9 cm vs 28 cm).
    35.9 cm vs 28 cm
  • 8.2% worse value for money
    Cuisinart Precision Master Pro SMD-50 has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (6.83 vs 7.4).
    6.83 vs 7.4
  • 90.5% more expensive
    Cuisinart Precision Master Pro SMD-50 is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£400 vs £210).
    £400 vs £210
  • 9.3% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (8.2 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    8.2 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 8.2% worse value for money
    Cuisinart Precision Master Pro SMD-50 has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (6.83 vs 7.4).
    6.83 vs 7.4
  • 90.5% more expensive
    Cuisinart Precision Master Pro SMD-50 is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£400 vs £210).
    £400 vs £210
  • 500 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 (500 W vs 1,000 W).
    500 W vs 1,000 W
  • Does not have pulse function
    This stand mixer does not include a pulse function (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 9 dB louder operation
    This stand mixer produces more audible motor noise during heavy kneading sessions than the average stand mixer (84 dB vs 75 dB).
    84 dB vs 75 dB
  • 5.9 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 (40.9 cm vs 35 cm).
    40.9 cm vs 35 cm
  • 7.9 cm wider body
    This stand mixer occupies wider countertop area and crowds adjacent baking tools compared to the average stand mixer (35.9 cm vs 28 cm).
    35.9 cm vs 28 cm
  • 9.3% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (8.2 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    8.2 kg vs 7.5 kg

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Cuisinart Precision Master Pro SMD-50

  • Useful digital countdown timer with an auto-off feature to prevent over-mixing
  • Pre-programmed recipe tasks and food prep settings provide automated convenience
  • Powerful 500-watt motor easily handles basic baking tasks and double batches of cookies
  • Large 5.5-quart polished stainless steel bowl capacity with a helpful handle
  • Attachments lack the flaky plastic coating often found on competitors
  • Excellent value for the money compared to more expensive premium brands
  • Sleek die-cast metal housing gives a sturdy appearance
  • Dishwasher-safe bowl and standard attachments make cleanup easy

What customers don't like about Cuisinart Precision Master Pro SMD-50

  • Attachments often fail to reach the bottom and sides of the bowl, requiring frequent manual scraping
  • Tends to shake, vibrate, or bounce on the countertop at higher speeds
  • Reported durability issues regarding customer support, the bowl locking base, or the motor failing over time
  • Dough hook design occasionally spins thick bread dough around rather than effectively kneading it
  • Splash guard can be tricky to assemble, adjust, or use effectively

Verdict

The Cuisinart Precision Master Pro (SMD-50CRM) is a 5.5-quart digital stand mixer built with a durable die-cast metal housing and driven by a robust 500-watt motor. Key characteristics and pros include an illuminated LED digital display dial with 12 variable speed settings, a convenient countdown timer with an auto-off feature to prevent over-mixing, three preprogrammed food preparation settings, and an attachment power outlet for enhanced versatility. It also features a practical tilt-back head for easy bowl access, a stainless steel bowl with a helper handle, and three dishwasher-safe attachments (chef's whisk, dough hook, and flat mixing paddle) alongside a splash guard with a pour spout. However, some user reviews point out that the machine can experience significant shaking or bouncing on countertops when operating at high speed settings (speed 6 and above), and the proprietary dough hook attachment can struggle to cleanly incorporate flour from the bottom of the bowl during heavy bread-kneading tasks.

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