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H.Koenig KM128 review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£190Motor power:800 WBowl capacity:5 LNumber of speed levels:8Number of included attachments:3Weight:8.2 kg

H.Koenig KM128 Review: Compare 41 technical specifications and 1 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

H.Koenig KM128
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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Score components

60%

5.9

Technical score

15%

5.9

User score

15%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

5.9

Reviews score

â–¼Worse than 92% of stand mixers
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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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Score components

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 75%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 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%

5.7

Performance

15%

5.8

Functions

15%

5.9

Bowl

15%

3.1

Accessories

10%

7.3

Design

10%

10

Safety

â–¼Worse than 77%
5.9

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.9/ 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 87% of models

5.9

Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.5

Average grade

20%

5.0

Popularity

Grades by review (1)
1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
â–¼Worse than 87%
5.9

User score

User score
5.9/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models

5.9

Mark 8.3 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

70%

8.6

Rating

30%

7.6

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 91%
?

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 H.Koenig KM128

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 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 77% of models
Score components:

35%

5.7

Performance

15%

5.8

Functions

15%

5.9

Bowl

15%

3.1

Accessories

10%

7.3

Design

10%

10

Safety

5.9
Reviews score
5.9
User score
5.9
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components:

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

7.0
Mixer type
planetary
Head design
tilt-head
Motor power
800 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 800 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated power of 65.6% of stand mixers and equal to that of 8.9% of stand mixers.
Number of speed levels
8
Market range: <6 – >11
This stand mixer offers 8 speed levels, which is more speed settings than on 52.4% of stand mixers and equal to that on 12.1% 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
1.5 kg
Market range: <1.3 kg – >5 kg
This stand mixer has a dough capacity of 1.5 kg, which is smaller than 80.4% 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
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
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
34 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 34 cm, which is lower than the height of 57.7% of stand mixers and equal to that of 3.2% of stand mixers.
Width
39 cm
Market range: <21 cm – >40.2 cm
This stand mixer measures 39 cm in width, which is wider than 82.2% of stand mixers and equal in width to 3.7% 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
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%.

H.Koenig KM128 vs the average stand mixer

246810TotalPerformanceFunctionsDesignBowlAccessoriesSafety
  • Has a display
    This stand mixer has a display, while the average stand mixer does not. 27.1% of stand mixers have a display.
  • 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
  • 1 more speed levels
    This stand mixer allows finer speed tuning from gentle folding to intense whipping than the average stand mixer (8 vs 7).
    8 vs 7
  • 1 cm lower height
    This stand mixer fits more comfortably beneath low kitchen wall cabinets and shelves than the average stand mixer (34 cm vs 35 cm).
    34 cm vs 35 cm
  • 10.5% cheaper
    H.Koenig KM128 is cheaper than the average stand mixer (£190 vs £210).
    £190 vs £210
  • 10.5% cheaper
    H.Koenig KM128 is cheaper than the average stand mixer (£190 vs £210).
    £190 vs £210
  • 1 more speed levels
    This stand mixer allows finer speed tuning from gentle folding to intense whipping than the average stand mixer (8 vs 7).
    8 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.
  • 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
  • 1 cm lower height
    This stand mixer fits more comfortably beneath low kitchen wall cabinets and shelves than the average stand mixer (34 cm vs 35 cm).
    34 cm vs 35 cm
  • Does not have soft start
    This stand mixer does not include soft start (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 200 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 (800 W vs 1,000 W).
    800 W vs 1,000 W
  • 37.5% smaller dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a smaller dough capacity than the average stand mixer (1.5 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    1.5 kg vs 2.4 kg
  • 11 cm wider body
    This stand mixer occupies wider countertop area and crowds adjacent baking tools compared to the average stand mixer (39 cm vs 28 cm).
    39 cm vs 28 cm
  • 23.4% lower user score
    User score
    5.9/ 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 91% of models

    5.9

    Mark 8.3 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.6

    Rating

    30%

    7.6

    Popularity

    5.9 vs 7.7
  • 3 dB louder operation
    This stand mixer produces more audible motor noise during heavy kneading sessions than the average stand mixer (78 dB vs 75 dB).
    78 dB vs 75 dB
  • 21.3% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.9/ 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 87% of models

    5.9

    Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.5

    Average grade

    20%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    5.9 vs 7.5
  • 6% worse value for money
    H.Koenig KM128 has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (6.98 vs 7.4).
    6.98 vs 7.4
  • 23.4% lower user score
    User score
    5.9/ 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 91% of models

    5.9

    Mark 8.3 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.6

    Rating

    30%

    7.6

    Popularity

    5.9 vs 7.7
  • 21.3% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.9/ 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 87% of models

    5.9

    Mark 7.8 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.5

    Average grade

    20%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    5.9 vs 7.5
  • 6% worse value for money
    H.Koenig KM128 has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (6.98 vs 7.4).
    6.98 vs 7.4
  • Does not have soft start
    This stand mixer does not include soft start (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 200 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 (800 W vs 1,000 W).
    800 W vs 1,000 W
  • 3 dB louder operation
    This stand mixer produces more audible motor noise during heavy kneading sessions than the average stand mixer (78 dB vs 75 dB).
    78 dB vs 75 dB
  • 11 cm wider body
    This stand mixer occupies wider countertop area and crowds adjacent baking tools compared to the average stand mixer (39 cm vs 28 cm).
    39 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
  • 37.5% smaller dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a smaller dough capacity than the average stand mixer (1.5 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    1.5 kg vs 2.4 kg

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
lesdelicesdalexandre.fr
≈ estimated
None
Chef's test · Entry-level mixer
Verdict
The H.Koenig KM128 is a quiet, powerful entry-level mixer that suits most home bakers, but it has no bowl handles.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about H.Koenig KM128

  • Excellent value for money, making it a highly budget-friendly entry-level option
  • Generous 5-litre stainless steel bowl capacity, ideal for handling family-sized batches
  • Sturdy and robust all-metal body design that provides excellent stability on the kitchen counter
  • Convenient digital display with an integrated timer for precise mixing control
  • Operates at a relatively low noise level compared to other entry-level models
  • Comes with essential dishwasher-safe accessories including a whisk, beater, and dough hook

What customers don't like about H.Koenig KM128

  • The mixing bowl lacks handles, which can make it heavy and difficult to lift or pour from
  • May struggle or require manual assistance when kneading very heavy or dense doughs
  • The anti-splash guard can occasionally be slightly finicky to clip on or remove during quick ingredient additions
  • Mixed long-term reliability reviews regarding some internal mechanisms after extended heavy usage

Verdict

The H.Koenig KM128 is a robust, 8.2 kg stand mixer featuring a solid metal body, an 800-watt motor, and 8 adjustable speeds managed via a digital touch-display control panel with an integrated timer. It comes equipped with a 5-liter stainless steel bowl capable of processing up to 1.5 kg of dough, alongside a tilt-head mechanism, a splash guard, and dishwasher-safe accessories including a whisk, a beater, and a dough hook. Main pros include its durable all-metal construction, precise digital timing control, and versatile performance that handles a variety of mixtures smoothly. However, potential cons include its heavy weight which minimizes portability, a sound level reaching up to 78 dB during high-speed operation, and strict instruction manual limitations on continuous running times to prevent the motor from overheating.

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