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Kenwood Cooking Chef KM094 review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£880Motor power:1500 WBowl capacity:6.7 LNumber of speed levels:6Number of included attachments:8Weight:13.6 kg

Kenwood Cooking Chef KM094 Review: Compare 41 technical specifications and 1 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

Kenwood Cooking Chef KM094
8.1/10

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 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%

8.3

Technical score

15%

8.3

User score

15%

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

10%

7.4

Reviews score

★Better than 97% of stand mixers
6.3

Value for money

Value for money
6.3/ 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%

8.1

Overall score

30%

2.2

Price

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8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 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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Score components

35%

8.8

Performance

15%

7.1

Functions

15%

9.2

Bowl

15%

8.0

Accessories

10%

5.4

Design

10%

10

Safety

★Better than 98%
7.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.4/ 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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80%

8.0

Average grade

20%

5.0

Popularity

Grades by review (1)
1 video review, 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.
â–¼Worse than 58%
8.3

User score

User score
8.3/ 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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8.3

Mark 8.4 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

70%

8.8

Rating

30%

7.5

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 51%
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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 Cooking Chef KM094

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 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 98% of models
Score components:

35%

8.8

Performance

15%

7.1

Functions

15%

9.2

Bowl

15%

8.0

Accessories

10%

5.4

Design

10%

10

Safety

8.3
Reviews score
7.4
User score
8.3
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 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 90% of models
Score components:

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

2.2

Price

6.3
Mixer type
planetary
Head design
tilt-head
Motor power
1,500 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 1,500 W of motor power, which is higher than the rated power of 83% of stand mixers and equal to that of 7.1% 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
?
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
yes
This stand mixer has heating function, unlike 2.9%.
Maximum timer
180 min
Market range: <10 min – >480 min
This stand mixer features a timer up to 180 min, which is longer than the maximum timer of 88% 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
8
Market range: <3 – >6
This stand mixer comes with 8 included attachments, which is more accessories than with 95.8% of stand mixers and equal to that with 1.9% 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
38 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 38 cm, which is taller than 76.4% of stand mixers and equal in height to 2.3% of stand mixers.
Width
33.5 cm
Market range: <21 cm – >40.2 cm
This stand mixer measures 33.5 cm in width, which is wider than 66.7% of stand mixers.
Depth
38 cm
Market range: <22 cm – >42 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 38 cm, which is deeper than 77.9% of stand mixers and equal in depth to 3.7% of stand mixers.
Weight
13.6 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 13.6 kg, which is heavier than 91.1% 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 Cooking Chef KM094 vs the average stand mixer

246810TotalPerformanceFunctionsDesignBowlAccessoriesSafety
  • 5 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 (8 vs 3).
    8 vs 3
  • 500 W more motor power
    This stand mixer kneads dense bread doughs and heavy batches with greater torque and ease than the average stand mixer (1,500 W vs 1,000 W).
    1,500 W vs 1,000 W
  • Has a display
    This stand mixer has a display, while the average stand mixer does not. 27.1% of stand mixers have a display.
  • Has heating function
    This stand mixer includes a heating function (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 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
  • Includes a recipe book
    This stand mixer includes a recipe book (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 150 min longer timer
    This stand mixer supports longer unattended kneading and mixing cycles with automatic shut-off than the average stand mixer (180 min vs 30 min).
    180 min vs 30 min
  • 7.8% higher user score
    User score
    8.3/ 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 51% of models

    8.3

    Mark 8.4 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.8

    Rating

    30%

    7.5

    Popularity

    8.3 vs 7.7
  • 7.8% higher user score
    User score
    8.3/ 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 51% of models

    8.3

    Mark 8.4 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.8

    Rating

    30%

    7.5

    Popularity

    8.3 vs 7.7
  • 500 W more motor power
    This stand mixer kneads dense bread doughs and heavy batches with greater torque and ease than the average stand mixer (1,500 W vs 1,000 W).
    1,500 W vs 1,000 W
  • Has a display
    This stand mixer has a display, while the average stand mixer does not. 27.1% of stand mixers have a display.
  • Has heating function
    This stand mixer includes a heating function (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 150 min longer timer
    This stand mixer supports longer unattended kneading and mixing cycles with automatic shut-off than the average stand mixer (180 min vs 30 min).
    180 min vs 30 min
  • 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
  • 5 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 (8 vs 3).
    8 vs 3
  • Includes a recipe book
    This stand mixer includes a recipe book (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 81.3% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (13.6 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    13.6 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 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
  • 6.68 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (38 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    38 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 3 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 (38 cm vs 35 cm).
    38 cm vs 35 cm
  • 4.19x more expensive
    Kenwood Cooking Chef KM094 is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£880 vs £210).
    £880 vs £210
  • 5.5 cm wider body
    This stand mixer occupies wider countertop area and crowds adjacent baking tools compared to the average stand mixer (33.5 cm vs 28 cm).
    33.5 cm vs 28 cm
  • 17.4% worse value for money
    Kenwood Cooking Chef KM094 has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (6.3 vs 7.4).
    6.3 vs 7.4
  • 1.3% lower review score
    Reviews score
    7.4/ 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 58% of models

    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 video review, 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.
    7.4 vs 7.5
  • 4.19x more expensive
    Kenwood Cooking Chef KM094 is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£880 vs £210).
    £880 vs £210
  • 17.4% worse value for money
    Kenwood Cooking Chef KM094 has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (6.3 vs 7.4).
    6.3 vs 7.4
  • 1.3% lower review score
    Reviews score
    7.4/ 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 58% of models

    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 video review, 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.
    7.4 vs 7.5
  • 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
  • 81.3% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (13.6 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    13.6 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 6.68 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (38 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    38 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 3 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 (38 cm vs 35 cm).
    38 cm vs 35 cm
  • 5.5 cm wider body
    This stand mixer occupies wider countertop area and crowds adjacent baking tools compared to the average stand mixer (33.5 cm vs 28 cm).
    33.5 cm vs 28 cm

Video reviews

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

5.0
Que Choisir Ensemble
≈ estimated
14/11/2012
Hands-on test · price and accessories
Verdict
Kenwood Cooking Chef KM094's high price and costly optional accessories make it hard to recommend, even for keen cooks.
Brand video

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Kenwood Cooking Chef KM094

  • High-power 1500W motor easily handles heavy baking and dough kneading
  • Large 6.7-liter bowl capacity accommodates large family-sized batches
  • Precise built-in induction heating functions for versatile stovetop cooking tasks
  • Solid metal build quality offers premium stability and long durability
  • Extensive accessory ecosystem expands functionality beyond basic stand mixing
  • Dishwasher-safe components and wide bowl ensure hassle-free cleaning

What customers don't like about Kenwood Cooking Chef KM094

  • High purchase price makes it a substantial financial investment
  • Bulky footprint and heavy 13kg weight require permanent countertop space
  • Bowl lacks a non-stick coating which can cause food to burn quickly if unmonitored
  • Heat is concentrated primarily at the bottom of the uninsulated bowl
  • Searing performance is underwhelming compared to dedicated cookware
  • Plastic heat protection shield feels less premium than the metal frame

Verdict

The Kenwood Cooking Chef KM094 is a versatile, high-end 1500-watt stand mixer that combines a 6.7-liter stainless steel mixing bowl with an integrated 1100-watt induction heating plate capable of precise cooking between 20°C and 140°C. Its key advantages include its dual functionality as a mixer and cooker, 8 variable speed levels paired with 3 specialized stirring profiles, and a flexible built-in countdown timer adjustable up to 3 hours. However, users report downsides such as a heavy 13 kg body that consumes substantial countertop space, an expensive price point, and occasional difficulties with food scorching on the non-insulated, non-stick bowl base.

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