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Kenwood Chef Elite XL KVL6320S review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£570Motor power:1400 WBowl capacity:6.7 LNumber of speed levels:6Number of included attachments:4Weight:8.9 kg

Kenwood Chef Elite XL KVL6320S 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.

Kenwood Chef Elite XL KVL6320S
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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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Score components

60%

7.5

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%

7.5

Reviews score

â–²Better than 89% of stand mixers
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

5.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 75%
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 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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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

35%

8.9

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

8.6

Bowl

15%

5.4

Accessories

10%

7.4

Design

10%

10

Safety

★Better than 90%
7.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.5/ 10
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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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7.5

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 57%
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%

9.0

Rating

30%

8.2

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 Kenwood Chef Elite XL KVL6320S

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 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 90% of models
Score components:

35%

8.9

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

8.6

Bowl

15%

5.4

Accessories

10%

7.4

Design

10%

10

Safety

7.5
Reviews score
7.5
User score
8.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

5.2

Price

7.0
Mixer type
planetary
Head design
tilt-head
Motor power
1,400 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 1,400 W of motor power, which is higher than the rated power of 80.8% of stand mixers and equal to that of 1.8% 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
6.7 L
Market range: <4 L – >7.6 L
This stand mixer features a bowl capacity of 6.7 L, which is larger than the mixing bowl of 76.8% of stand mixers and equal to that of 5.8% of stand mixers.
Dough capacity
2.5 kg
Market range: <1.3 kg – >5 kg
This stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.5 kg, which is larger than 51.4% 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
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
dial
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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
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
30 cm
Market range: <21 cm – >40.2 cm
This stand mixer measures 30 cm in width, which is wider than 59.8% of stand mixers and equal in width to 2.3% of stand mixers.
Depth
30 cm
Market range: <22 cm – >42 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 30 cm, which is shallower than 54.4% of stand mixers.
Weight
8.9 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 8.9 kg, which is heavier than 59.8% of stand mixers and equal in weight to 0.5% 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%.

Kenwood Chef Elite XL KVL6320S vs the average stand mixer

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  • 65 dB quieter operation
    This stand mixer runs with noticeably less motor whine, creating a more pleasant kitchen environment than the average stand mixer (10 dB vs 75 dB).
    10 dB vs 75 dB
  • 400 W more motor power
    This stand mixer kneads dense bread doughs and heavy batches with greater torque and ease than the average stand mixer (1,400 W vs 1,000 W).
    1,400 W vs 1,000 W
  • 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
  • 1.7 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (6.7 L vs 5 L).
    6.7 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%

    9.0

    Rating

    30%

    8.2

    Popularity

    8.8 vs 7.7
  • 1.33 cm shallower depth
    This stand mixer fits cleanly on standard worktops without protruding past the counter edge compared to the average stand mixer (30 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    30 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 4.2% larger dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a larger dough capacity than the average stand mixer (2.5 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    2.5 kg vs 2.4 kg
  • 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%

    9.0

    Rating

    30%

    8.2

    Popularity

    8.8 vs 7.7
  • 65 dB quieter operation
    This stand mixer runs with noticeably less motor whine, creating a more pleasant kitchen environment than the average stand mixer (10 dB vs 75 dB).
    10 dB vs 75 dB
  • 400 W more motor power
    This stand mixer kneads dense bread doughs and heavy batches with greater torque and ease than the average stand mixer (1,400 W vs 1,000 W).
    1,400 W vs 1,000 W
  • 1.33 cm shallower depth
    This stand mixer fits cleanly on standard worktops without protruding past the counter edge compared to the average stand mixer (30 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    30 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 1.7 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (6.7 L vs 5 L).
    6.7 L vs 5 L
  • 4.2% larger dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a larger dough capacity than the average stand mixer (2.5 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    2.5 kg vs 2.4 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
  • 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
  • 2.71x more expensive
    Kenwood Chef Elite XL KVL6320S is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£570 vs £210).
    £570 vs £210
  • 18.7% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (8.9 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    8.9 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 2 cm wider body
    This stand mixer occupies wider countertop area and crowds adjacent baking tools compared to the average stand mixer (30 cm vs 28 cm).
    30 cm vs 28 cm
  • 6.4% worse value for money
    Kenwood Chef Elite XL KVL6320S has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (6.95 vs 7.4).
    6.95 vs 7.4
  • 2.71x more expensive
    Kenwood Chef Elite XL KVL6320S is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£570 vs £210).
    £570 vs £210
  • 6.4% worse value for money
    Kenwood Chef Elite XL KVL6320S has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (6.95 vs 7.4).
    6.95 vs 7.4
  • 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
  • 18.7% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (8.9 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    8.9 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 2 cm wider body
    This stand mixer occupies wider countertop area and crowds adjacent baking tools compared to the average stand mixer (30 cm vs 28 cm).
    30 cm vs 28 cm

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
koemelkvrij.be
≈ estimated
06/09/2021
Baker's blog review · Stand mixer
Verdict
The Kenwood Chef Elite XL is a 6.7-litre mixer that handles large batches easily, but it takes up a lot of room, has a short cable and shows fingerprints.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Kenwood Chef Elite XL KVL6320S

  • Powerful 1400W motor maintains mixing speed under heavy loads
  • Large 6.7-liter stainless steel bowl is great for large batches
  • Sturdy and robust full-metal body build quality
  • Comes with a high-quality ThermoResist glass blender attachment
  • Very versatile with over 25 optional attachments available
  • Durable stainless steel pastry kit accessories (K-beater, whisk, dough hook)
  • Illuminated electronic speed control dial with planetary mixing action

What customers don't like about Kenwood Chef Elite XL KVL6320S

  • Large footprint takes up significant countertop and kitchen space
  • Heavy unit makes it difficult to move around or store in cupboards
  • Plastic splash guard can feel delicate or less practical to attach
  • The large bowl may require scraping or adjusting for very small ingredient quantities
  • Can experience some shaking or wobbling on the benchtop during intense kneading

Verdict

The Kenwood Chef Elite XL KVL6320S is a high-performance stand mixer featuring a robust 1400-watt motor, heavy-duty metal gears, and an extra-large 6.7-litre stainless steel bowl that supports up to 5 kg of dough or 1.5 kg of flour. It utilizes a planetary mixing system with an 8-level stepless speed controller, an intermittent pulse function, and a specialized fold option, alongside essential System Pro attachments including a K-beater, dough hook, power whisk, and a 1.6-litre ThermoResist glass blender. Main pros include its durable all-metal die-cast construction, stable vibration-free operation, precise speed modulation to prevent splashing, and compatibility with over 25 optional attachments. However, its significant cons include an exceptionally heavy body weighing 8.9 kg, a substantial kitchen counter footprint, and the fact that it lacks integrated bowl lighting found on higher-tier models.

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