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Fagor FG05L review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£35Motor power:1300 WBowl capacity:5 LNumber of speed levels:6Number of included attachments:3Weight:5 kg

Fagor FG05L Review: Compare 41 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

Fagor FG05L
6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Score components

60%

6.0

Technical score

15%

?

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

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 67% of stand mixers
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 66%
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components

35%

8.1

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

4.5

Bowl

15%

3.1

Accessories

10%

8.1

Design

10%

6.2

Safety

â–¼Worse than 74%
?

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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 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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<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
?

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 Fagor FG05L

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 74% of models
Score components:

35%

8.1

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

4.5

Bowl

15%

3.1

Accessories

10%

8.1

Design

10%

6.2

Safety

6.0
Reviews score
7.7
User score
?
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.7
Mixer type
planetary
Head design
?
Motor power
1,300 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 1,300 W of motor power, which is higher than the rated power of 75.5% of stand mixers and equal to that of 4.9% 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
5 L
Market range: <4 L – >7.6 L
This stand mixer features a bowl capacity of 5 L, which is larger than the mixing bowl of 34.8% of stand mixers and equal to that of 18.3% of stand mixers.
Dough capacity
1.7 kg
Market range: <1.3 kg – >5 kg
This stand mixer has a dough capacity of 1.7 kg, which is smaller than 72.9% of stand mixers and equal to 2.8% of stand mixers.
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
35 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 35 cm, which is lower than the height of 46.4% of stand mixers and equal to that of 4.6% of stand mixers.
Width
25 cm
Market range: <21 cm – >40.2 cm
This stand mixer measures 25 cm in width, which is narrower than 61.2% of stand mixers and equal in width to 1.8% of stand mixers.
Depth
36.5 cm
Market range: <22 cm – >42 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 36.5 cm, which is deeper than 65.9% of stand mixers and equal in depth to 0.5% of stand mixers.
Weight
5 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 5 kg, which is lighter than 75.7% of stand mixers and equal in weight to 0.9% of stand mixers.
Body material
die-cast metal
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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%.

Fagor FG05L vs the average stand mixer

246810TotalPerformanceFunctionsDesignBowlAccessoriesSafety
  • 300 W more motor power
    This stand mixer kneads dense bread doughs and heavy batches with greater torque and ease than the average stand mixer (1,300 W vs 1,000 W).
    1,300 W vs 1,000 W
  • 33.3% lighter
    This stand mixer is lighter than the average stand mixer (5 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    5 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 6x cheaper
    Fagor FG05L is cheaper than the average stand mixer (£35 vs £210).
    £35 vs £210
  • 3 cm narrower body
    This stand mixer takes up less horizontal space on the countertop, leaving more prep area than the average stand mixer (25 cm vs 28 cm).
    25 cm vs 28 cm
  • 4% better value for money
    Fagor FG05L has better value for money than the average stand mixer (7.69 vs 7.4).
    7.69 vs 7.4
  • 6x cheaper
    Fagor FG05L is cheaper than the average stand mixer (£35 vs £210).
    £35 vs £210
  • 4% better value for money
    Fagor FG05L has better value for money than the average stand mixer (7.69 vs 7.4).
    7.69 vs 7.4
  • 300 W more motor power
    This stand mixer kneads dense bread doughs and heavy batches with greater torque and ease than the average stand mixer (1,300 W vs 1,000 W).
    1,300 W vs 1,000 W
  • 33.3% lighter
    This stand mixer is lighter than the average stand mixer (5 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    5 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 3 cm narrower body
    This stand mixer takes up less horizontal space on the countertop, leaving more prep area than the average stand mixer (25 cm vs 28 cm).
    25 cm vs 28 cm
  • 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).
  • 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
  • 29.2% smaller dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a smaller dough capacity than the average stand mixer (1.7 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    1.7 kg vs 2.4 kg
  • 5.18 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (36.5 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    36.5 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 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
  • 5.18 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (36.5 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    36.5 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • Does not have dishwasher-safe parts
    This stand mixer does not include dishwasher-safe parts (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 29.2% smaller dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a smaller dough capacity than the average stand mixer (1.7 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    1.7 kg vs 2.4 kg
  • 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 Fagor FG05L

  • Generous 5-litre stainless steel bowl capacity, ideal for family-sized baking preparations.
  • Powerful motor variants ranging from 800W up to 1300W, offering reliable performance for mixing needs.
  • Equipped with a useful 6-speed selection and a pulse function for precise texture control.
  • Comes with essential baking accessories including a dough hook, balloon whisk, flat beater, and a splash guard.
  • Features a stable, compact design with non-slip feet that integrates easily into most kitchen spaces.
  • Tilt-head mechanism makes swapping attachments and removing the bowl effortless and user-friendly.
  • Excellent value for money, offering robust basic features at a highly affordable price point.

What customers don't like about Fagor FG05L

  • The basic exterior design can feel a bit plain or simple compared to premium, high-end mixers.
  • Can become quite loud and noisy, particularly when working at maximum speeds or handling heavy mixtures.
  • The machine may occasionally vibrate or struggle when tasked with dense, low-hydration, or heavy dough types.

Verdict

The Fagor FG05L is a compact 5-kilogram stand mixer equipped with a powerful 1300-watt motor and a 5-liter stainless steel bowl capable of handling a maximum mixing capacity of 1.7 kg. Its main characteristics include a 6-speed control knob with a pulse function, a tilt-head design for swapping attachments, and antislip suction feet for increased stability. Key pros include its high-power motor for demanding baking tasks, a comprehensive pastry kit (comprising a dough hook, whisk, beater, and transparent splash guard), and an accessible price-to-performance ratio. On the downside, the unit operates with noticeable noise under heavy loads, and the accessories are not safely compatible with the dishwasher, requiring manual cleanup.

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