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Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL KVL85.224SI review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£450Motor power:1200 WBowl capacity:7 LNumber of speed levels:?Number of included attachments:6Weight:11.5 kg

Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL KVL85.224SI 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 Titanium Chef Baker XL KVL85.224SI
7.9/10

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 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%

8.0

Technical score

15%

8.0

User score

15%

?

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

10%

7.9

Reviews score

★Better than 95% of stand mixers
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 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%

7.9

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

â–²Better than 53%
8.0

Technical score

Technical score
8.0/ 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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★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

35%

8.6

Performance

15%

8.0

Functions

15%

9.5

Bowl

15%

7.6

Accessories

10%

6.2

Design

10%

6.2

Safety

★Better than 96%
7.9

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.9/ 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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80%

8.7

Average grade

20%

5.0

Popularity

Grades by review (1)
1 review, with a printed score. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
â–¼Worse than 52%
8.0

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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70%

8.5

Rating

30%

6.8

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 53%
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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 Titanium Chef Baker XL KVL85.224SI

Technical score
Technical score
8.0/ 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
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components:

35%

8.6

Performance

15%

8.0

Functions

15%

9.5

Bowl

15%

7.6

Accessories

10%

6.2

Design

10%

6.2

Safety

8.0
Reviews score
7.9
User score
8.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 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 53% of models
Score components:

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

7.5
Mixer type
planetary
Head design
?
Motor power
1,200 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 1,200 W of motor power, which is higher than the rated power of 60.7% of stand mixers and equal to that of 14.3% of stand mixers.
Number of speed levels
?
Maximum speed
?
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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
?
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
yes
This stand mixer has built-in scale, unlike 10.1%.
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
6
Market range: <3 – >6
This stand mixer comes with 6 included attachments, which is more accessories than with 87.9% of stand mixers and equal to that with 3.7% 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
yes
This stand mixer includes a meat grinder, unlike 9.1%.
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Height
37 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 37 cm, which is taller than 68.2% of stand mixers and equal in height to 2.7% of stand mixers.
Width
22.5 cm
Market range: <21 cm – >40.2 cm
This stand mixer measures 22.5 cm in width, which is narrower than 81.3% of stand mixers and equal in width to 3.2% of stand mixers.
Depth
40 cm
Market range: <22 cm – >42 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 40 cm, which is deeper than 86.6% of stand mixers and equal in depth to 1.8% of stand mixers.
Weight
11.5 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 11.5 kg, which is heavier than 82.2% of stand mixers and equal in weight to 0.9% of stand mixers.
Body material
die-cast 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
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%.

Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL KVL85.224SI vs the average stand mixer

246810TotalPerformanceFunctionsDesignBowlAccessoriesSafety
  • 3 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 (6 vs 3).
    6 vs 3
  • Has built-in scale
    This stand mixer includes a built-in scale (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 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
  • Has a display
    This stand mixer has a display, while the average stand mixer does not. 27.1% of stand mixers have a display.
  • 200 W more motor power
    This stand mixer kneads dense bread doughs and heavy batches with greater torque and ease than the average stand mixer (1,200 W vs 1,000 W).
    1,200 W vs 1,000 W
  • 5.5 cm narrower body
    This stand mixer takes up less horizontal space on the countertop, leaving more prep area than the average stand mixer (22.5 cm vs 28 cm).
    22.5 cm vs 28 cm
  • Includes a meat grinder
    This stand mixer includes a meat grinder (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 3.9% higher 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models

    70%

    8.5

    Rating

    30%

    6.8

    Popularity

    8.0 vs 7.7
  • 3.9% higher 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models

    70%

    8.5

    Rating

    30%

    6.8

    Popularity

    8.0 vs 7.7
  • 5.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.9/ 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 52% of models

    80%

    8.7

    Average grade

    20%

    5.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (1)
    1 review, with a printed score. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    7.9 vs 7.5
  • 0.8% better value for money
    Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL KVL85.224SI has better value for money than the average stand mixer (7.46 vs 7.4).
    7.46 vs 7.4
  • 200 W more motor power
    This stand mixer kneads dense bread doughs and heavy batches with greater torque and ease than the average stand mixer (1,200 W vs 1,000 W).
    1,200 W vs 1,000 W
  • Has built-in scale
    This stand mixer includes a built-in scale (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • Has a display
    This stand mixer has a display, while the average stand mixer does not. 27.1% of stand mixers have a display.
  • 5.5 cm narrower body
    This stand mixer takes up less horizontal space on the countertop, leaving more prep area than the average stand mixer (22.5 cm vs 28 cm).
    22.5 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
  • 3 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 (6 vs 3).
    6 vs 3
  • Includes a meat grinder
    This stand mixer includes a meat grinder (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • Does not have automatic shut-off
    This stand mixer does not include automatic shut-off (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 53.3% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (11.5 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    11.5 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 8.68 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (40 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    40 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 0.09 m shorter power cord
    This stand mixer has a shorter power cord and must sit closer to a wall outlet than the average stand mixer (1 m vs 1.09 m).
    1 m vs 1.09 m
  • 2 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 (37 cm vs 35 cm).
    37 cm vs 35 cm
  • 2.14x more expensive
    Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL KVL85.224SI is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£450 vs £210).
    £450 vs £210
  • 2.14x more expensive
    Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL KVL85.224SI is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£450 vs £210).
    £450 vs £210
  • 53.3% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (11.5 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    11.5 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 8.68 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (40 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    40 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 0.09 m shorter power cord
    This stand mixer has a shorter power cord and must sit closer to a wall outlet than the average stand mixer (1 m vs 1.09 m).
    1 m vs 1.09 m
  • 2 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 (37 cm vs 35 cm).
    37 cm vs 35 cm
  • Does not have automatic shut-off
    This stand mixer does not include automatic shut-off (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

10
olivemagazine.com
✓ explicit
23/02/2022
Hands-on test · Baking mixer
Verdict
The Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL is a powerful, versatile mixer for regular bakers or big batches, but its size means it needs a permanent spot on the counter.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL KVL85.224SI

  • Powerful 1200W motor easily handles heavy mixtures like bread and pizza dough
  • Highly practical built-in EasyWeigh scales for weighing ingredients directly in the bowl
  • Comes with two nested stainless steel bowls (7L and 5L) that save storage space
  • Extremely stable and solidly built with non-slip feet
  • Versatile ecosystem with compatibility for over 25 optional attachments
  • Features a LightLift head mechanism making it easy to open and add ingredients
  • Durable stainless steel patisserie tools that are completely dishwasher safe

What customers don't like about Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL KVL85.224SI

  • Large physical footprint that takes up considerable kitchen counter space
  • Heavy unit weight makes it cumbersome to move or transport frequently
  • The plastic splash guard/bowl cover feels thin and flimsy to some users
  • Can experience wobbling or motor slowing when tackling exceptionally hard doughs
  • High premium price point compared to entry-level stand mixers
  • The mixing action can occasionally produce a squeaking noise under load

Verdict

The Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL KVL85.224SI is a high-performance stand mixer featuring a digitally controlled 1200-watt motor, a built-in EasyWeigh digital scale with an integrated LCD timer display, and a Nesting DuoBowl system that includes both 7-liter and 5-liter stainless steel mixing bowls. This versatile silver model comes bundled with a 6-piece stainless steel patisserie set, a 1.6-liter heat-resistant glass blender, a meat grinder with three mincing discs, and an ergonomic LightLift head for effortless ingredient access. Its major advantages include its multi-functional accessory bundle, precise direct-bowl weighing, dishwasher-safe components, and the raw capacity to handle up to 2.5 cakes or heavy bread doughs seamlessly. However, the machine demands significant countertop real estate due to its large 40 x 22.5 x 37 cm footprint, is noticeably heavy at 11.5 kg, which restricts portability, and can become quite noisy at higher operational speeds.

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