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Famag Grilletta IM5 review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£520Motor power:350 WBowl capacity:7 LNumber of speed levels:10Number of included attachments:?Weight:?

Famag Grilletta IM5 Review: Compare 41 technical specifications, 5 expert and video reviews and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

Famag Grilletta IM5
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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 89% of models
Score components

60%

7.3

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%

8.7

Reviews score

▲Better than 89% of stand mixers
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

5.6

Price

▼Worse than 71%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 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
▲ Better than 85% of models
Score components

35%

5.4

Performance

15%

8.0

Functions

15%

9.8

Bowl

15%

?

Accessories

10%

7.7

Design

10%

?

Safety

▲Better than 85%
8.7

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.7/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 88% of models

80%

8.7

Average grade

20%

8.8

Popularity

Grades by review (5)
5 video reviews, each 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.
▲Better than 88%
?

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
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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
8.4

List score

List score
8.4/ 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 (1)
List score: in 1 of 13 lists (8%)
▲Better than 85%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £520
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Famag Grilletta IM5

Based on 0 · 5

Reviewers praise easy cleaning and strong dough kneading, but several say the dough gets too warm while mixing.
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What owners say about the Famag Grilletta IM5

Based on 46 owners sharing their experience in online comments

24%positive26%mixed50%negative

Owners praise capable, versatile mixing, but overheating and undeveloped, sticky dough make results frustrating.

What owners dislike

  • Single-speed models often heat the dough to 27 to 31°C, rising 7 to 10 degrees, especially in warm kitchens or with slow water addition.11
  • On single-speed models, high-hydration dough often stays patchy and sticky, may not build full structure, and may not clear the bowl after 15 minutes.9
  • At high hydration dough is often sticky and hard to remove, and after long fridge rests it can turn tight and shrink when rolled.6
  • Dough climbs up the hook or spiral and sticks there instead of circling the bar, sometimes after a biga is refreshed in the mixer.5
  • Dough sticks to the bowl bottom and leaves unworked flour behind, and the bowl is not clean even after 15 minutes.4
  • Last water often stays unabsorbed, with about 85 g of 700 g left over, or takes over 20 minutes while the dough heats.4
  • Plastic parts such as the speed knob crack or crumble within three years, and the basket and hook can rust after four to five years.4

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of stand mixer Famag Grilletta IM5

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 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 85% of models
Score components:

35%

5.4

Performance

15%

8.0

Functions

15%

9.8

Bowl

15%

?

Accessories

10%

7.7

Design

10%

?

Safety

7.3
Reviews score
8.7
User score
?
List score
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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
▼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

5.6

Price

7.1
Mixer type
spiral
Head design
fixed head
Motor power
350 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 350 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated power of 90.2% of stand mixers and equal to that of 0.9% of stand mixers.
Number of speed levels
10
Market range: <6 – >11
This stand mixer offers 10 speed levels, which is more speed settings than on 65.1% of stand mixers and equal to that on 22.8% of stand mixers.
Maximum speed
208 RPM
Market range: <180 RPM – >422 RPM
This stand mixer reaches a top planetary speed of 208 RPM, which is slower than the maximum speed of 70% of stand mixers.
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What reviewers say
Bowl capacity
7 L
Market range: <4 L – >7.6 L
This stand mixer features a bowl capacity of 7 L, which is larger than the mixing bowl of 83.5% of stand mixers and equal to that of 6.3% of stand mixers.
Dough capacity
5 kg
Market range: <1.3 kg – >5 kg
This stand mixer has a dough capacity of 5 kg, which is larger than 88.8% of stand mixers and equal to 2.8% of stand mixers.
Bowl material
stainless steel
Splash guard included
?
Dishwasher-safe parts
yes
This stand mixer has dishwasher-safe parts, unlike 85.1%.
What reviewers say
Built-in scale
?
Heating function
?
Maximum timer
?
Display
?
Control type
dial
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Number of included attachments
?
Dough hook included
?
Flat beater included
?
Wire whisk included
?
Meat grinder included
?
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Height
43 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 43 cm, which is taller than 91.4% of stand mixers and equal in height to 0.9% of stand mixers.
Width
26 cm
Market range: <21 cm – >40.2 cm
This stand mixer measures 26 cm in width, which is narrower than 59.8% of stand mixers.
Depth
26 cm
Market range: <22 cm – >42 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 26 cm, which is shallower than 71.4% of stand mixers and equal in depth to 0.9% of stand mixers.
Weight
?
Body material
?
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Overload protection
?
Safety locking system
?
Automatic shut-off
?
Non-slip feet
?

Famag Grilletta IM5 vs the average stand mixer

246810TotalPerformanceFunctionsDesignBowlAccessoriesSafety
  • 2 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (7 L vs 5 L).
    7 L vs 5 L
  • 2.08x larger dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a larger dough capacity than the average stand mixer (5 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    5 kg vs 2.4 kg
  • 3 more speed levels
    This stand mixer allows finer speed tuning from gentle folding to intense whipping than the average stand mixer (10 vs 7).
    10 vs 7
  • 5.33 cm shallower depth
    This stand mixer fits cleanly on standard worktops without protruding past the counter edge compared to the average stand mixer (26 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    26 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 16.0% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.7/ 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
    ▲ Better than 88% of models

    80%

    8.7

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (5)
    5 video reviews, each 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.
    8.7 vs 7.5
  • 2 cm narrower body
    This stand mixer takes up less horizontal space on the countertop, leaving more prep area than the average stand mixer (26 cm vs 28 cm).
    26 cm vs 28 cm
  • 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
  • 16.0% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.7/ 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
    ▲ Better than 88% of models

    80%

    8.7

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (5)
    5 video reviews, each 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.
    8.7 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
  • 3 more speed levels
    This stand mixer allows finer speed tuning from gentle folding to intense whipping than the average stand mixer (10 vs 7).
    10 vs 7
  • 5.33 cm shallower depth
    This stand mixer fits cleanly on standard worktops without protruding past the counter edge compared to the average stand mixer (26 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    26 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 2 cm narrower body
    This stand mixer takes up less horizontal space on the countertop, leaving more prep area than the average stand mixer (26 cm vs 28 cm).
    26 cm vs 28 cm
  • 2 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (7 L vs 5 L).
    7 L vs 5 L
  • 2.08x larger dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a larger dough capacity than the average stand mixer (5 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    5 kg vs 2.4 kg
  • 650 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 (350 W vs 1,000 W).
    350 W vs 1,000 W
  • Does not have planetary mixing action
    This stand mixer does not include planetary mixing action (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 8 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 (43 cm vs 35 cm).
    43 cm vs 35 cm
  • 2.48x more expensive
    Famag Grilletta IM5 is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£520 vs £210).
    £520 vs £210
  • 4.1% worse value for money
    Famag Grilletta IM5 has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (7.11 vs 7.4).
    7.11 vs 7.4
  • 12 RPM lower speed
    This stand mixer has a lower top RPM and takes slightly longer to aerate light meringues and creams than the average stand mixer (208 RPM vs 220 RPM).
    208 RPM vs 220 RPM
  • 2.48x more expensive
    Famag Grilletta IM5 is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£520 vs £210).
    £520 vs £210
  • 4.1% worse value for money
    Famag Grilletta IM5 has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (7.11 vs 7.4).
    7.11 vs 7.4
  • 650 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 (350 W vs 1,000 W).
    350 W vs 1,000 W
  • Does not have planetary mixing action
    This stand mixer does not include planetary mixing action (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 12 RPM lower speed
    This stand mixer has a lower top RPM and takes slightly longer to aerate light meringues and creams than the average stand mixer (208 RPM vs 220 RPM).
    208 RPM vs 220 RPM
  • 8 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 (43 cm vs 35 cm).
    43 cm vs 35 cm

Video reviews

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

9.0
La French Pizza
≈ estimated
19/06/2022
Full review · dough tests, pros and cons
Verdict
Famag Grilletta IM5 is excellent quality for regular bakers, though it is heavy, costly and warms dough.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Famag Grilletta IM5

  • A 7 L bowl gives room for big batches of dough.
  • Dough capacity of 5 kg handles heavy bread recipes.
  • The spiral hook makes dough smooth and elastic.
  • Dough releases cleanly from the bowl.
  • Dishwasher-safe parts make cleaning quicker.
  • The solid metal body stays steady at top speed.

What customers don't like about Famag Grilletta IM5

  • The 350 W motor is modest for very wet or stiff dough.
  • There is no planetary mixing action, so it cannot whip cream or make thin batters.
  • Dough must stay below 25 degrees, so a warm kitchen needs care.
  • Some flour stays at the bottom and needs scraping.
  • Spiral kneading needs practice before the results are consistent.

Verdict

The Famag Grilletta IM5 has a 7 L bowl and room for 5 kg of dough, so it suits a home baker who makes bread every week. Its spiral hook makes dough smooth and elastic, and the dough lifts off the bowl cleanly. The stainless steel bowl and the parts go in the dishwasher, which helps after a big batch. The motor is modest at 350 W, and very wet dough is hard to stretch by hand. The head is fixed and the body is solid, so it stays steady at top speed and runs very quietly. Spiral kneading takes practice to get consistent results, and dough warms up in hot weather, so it needs watching. It fits someone who bakes bread or pizza dough often and does not mind learning the method.

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