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KitchenAid Heavy Duty 5KSM55SXXB review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£450Motor power:375 WBowl capacity:5.2 LNumber of speed levels:11Number of included attachments:3Weight:12.7 kg

KitchenAid Heavy Duty 5KSM55SXXB Review: Compare 41 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

KitchenAid Heavy Duty 5KSM55SXXB
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 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%

6.1

Technical score

15%

8.7

User score

15%

?

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

10%

?

Reviews scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.7, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 59% of stand mixers
6.7

Value for money

Value for money
6.7/ 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%

6.8

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

â–¼Worse than 84%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 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%

6.0

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

7.3

Bowl

15%

4.6

Accessories

10%

5.6

Design

10%

10

Safety

â–¼Worse than 71%
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Reviews score

Reviews score
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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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Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet. Until we do, its review part counts as 7.7.
Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
No expert tests yet
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 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 58% of models

70%

9.0

Rating

30%

8.0

Popularity

â–²Better than 58%
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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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Ranked #104 of 219 models in Stand Mixers (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of stand mixer KitchenAid Heavy Duty 5KSM55SXXB

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components:

35%

6.0

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

7.3

Bowl

15%

4.6

Accessories

10%

5.6

Design

10%

10

Safety

6.1
Reviews score
7.7
User score
8.7
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 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 84% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

6.7
Mixer type
planetary
Head design
bowl-lift
Motor power
375 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 375 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated power of 87.5% of stand mixers and equal to that of 1.3% of stand mixers.
Number of speed levels
11
Market range: <6 – >11
This stand mixer offers 11 speed levels, which is more speed settings than on 88.4% of stand mixers and equal to that on 3.9% of stand mixers.
Maximum speed
200 RPM
Market range: <180 RPM – >422 RPM
This stand mixer reaches a top planetary speed of 200 RPM, which is slower than the maximum speed of 72.5% of stand mixers and equal to that of 15% of stand mixers.
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Bowl capacity
5.2 L
Market range: <4 L – >7.6 L
This stand mixer features a bowl capacity of 5.2 L, which is larger than the mixing bowl of 53.6% of stand mixers and equal to that of 5.4% 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
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
lever
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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
41.9 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 41.9 cm, which is taller than 88.2% of stand mixers and equal in height to 1.8% of stand mixers.
Width
28.7 cm
Market range: <21 cm – >40.2 cm
This stand mixer measures 28.7 cm in width, which is wider than 55.3% of stand mixers and equal in width to 1.8% of stand mixers.
Depth
37.15 cm
Market range: <22 cm – >42 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 37.15 cm, which is deeper than 73.7% of stand mixers.
Weight
12.7 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 12.7 kg, which is heavier than 86.9% 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%.

KitchenAid Heavy Duty 5KSM55SXXB vs the average stand mixer

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  • 4 more speed levels
    This stand mixer allows finer speed tuning from gentle folding to intense whipping than the average stand mixer (11 vs 7).
    11 vs 7
  • 0.2 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (5.2 L vs 5 L).
    5.2 L vs 5 L
  • 13.0% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 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 58% of models

    70%

    9.0

    Rating

    30%

    8.0

    Popularity

    8.7 vs 7.7
  • 13.0% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 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 58% of models

    70%

    9.0

    Rating

    30%

    8.0

    Popularity

    8.7 vs 7.7
  • 4 more speed levels
    This stand mixer allows finer speed tuning from gentle folding to intense whipping than the average stand mixer (11 vs 7).
    11 vs 7
  • 0.2 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (5.2 L vs 5 L).
    5.2 L vs 5 L
  • 625 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 (375 W vs 1,000 W).
    375 W vs 1,000 W
  • Does not have pulse function
    This stand mixer does not include a pulse function (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 69.3% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (12.7 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    12.7 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 6.9 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 (41.9 cm vs 35 cm).
    41.9 cm vs 35 cm
  • 5.83 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (37.2 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    37.15 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 2.14x more expensive
    KitchenAid Heavy Duty 5KSM55SXXB is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£450 vs £210).
    £450 vs £210
  • 10.6% worse value for money
    KitchenAid Heavy Duty 5KSM55SXXB has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (6.69 vs 7.4).
    6.69 vs 7.4
  • 0.7 cm wider body
    This stand mixer occupies wider countertop area and crowds adjacent baking tools compared to the average stand mixer (28.7 cm vs 28 cm).
    28.7 cm vs 28 cm
  • 2.14x more expensive
    KitchenAid Heavy Duty 5KSM55SXXB is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£450 vs £210).
    £450 vs £210
  • 10.6% worse value for money
    KitchenAid Heavy Duty 5KSM55SXXB has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (6.69 vs 7.4).
    6.69 vs 7.4
  • 625 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 (375 W vs 1,000 W).
    375 W vs 1,000 W
  • Does not have pulse function
    This stand mixer does not include a pulse function (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 20 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 (200 RPM vs 220 RPM).
    200 RPM vs 220 RPM
  • 69.3% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (12.7 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    12.7 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 6.9 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 (41.9 cm vs 35 cm).
    41.9 cm vs 35 cm
  • 5.83 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (37.2 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    37.15 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 0.7 cm wider body
    This stand mixer occupies wider countertop area and crowds adjacent baking tools compared to the average stand mixer (28.7 cm vs 28 cm).
    28.7 cm vs 28 cm

Third-party reviews

What customers like about KitchenAid Heavy Duty 5KSM55SXXB

  • Powerful heavy-duty motor that easily handles dense bread and bagel doughs
  • Sturdy full-metal body and all-metal gear construction that keeps the machine from walking or wobbling
  • Stable bowl-lift design featuring a secure 3-point locking system
  • Generous 5.2-litre capacity suitable for managing both small and large batches
  • Offers 11 distinct speed choices including a dedicated 1/2 speed for gentle hand-mimicked folding
  • Soft start feature gently accelerates to prevent ingredient splashing and flour puffs
  • Equipped with a safety thermal protector and high heat cut-off to prevent overheating
  • Easy to clean with dishwasher-safe bowl and coated mixing attachments

What customers don't like about KitchenAid Heavy Duty 5KSM55SXXB

  • Heavy and large footprint makes it difficult to move around the counter and requires significant storage space
  • Bowl can be tough and stiff to attach or remove from the rear spring mechanism
  • The motor can be quite loud or high-pitched, especially when operating at high speed settings
  • Occasional quality control complaints regarding external paint finishes or rough metal edges
  • Difficult to find official, perfectly matching bowl covers or lids from the manufacturer for this specific model size
  • Some users report intermittent responsiveness issues when sliding the switch to turn the unit on

Verdict

The KitchenAid Heavy Duty 5KSM55SXXB is a robust, professional-grade bowl-lift stand mixer equipped with a high-efficiency 375-watt direct current motor, an all-metal gear construction, and a 5.2-liter polished stainless steel bowl featuring a 3-point locking system for maximum stability. Its core characteristics include 11 distinct speeds (ranging from a gentle half-speed hand-folding imitation up to high-speed whipping), a Soft Start acceleration feature to minimize ingredient splashing, 67 planetary mixing touchpoints, and a built-in thermal protection high-heat cut-off system. Main pros highlight its 1.5 times greater power capacity in the bowl compared to previous models, allowing it to effortlessly knead up to 3.2 kg of heavy bread dough, as well as its durable zinc die-cast housing and a convenient single multipurpose attachment hub. However, minor cons note that its large footprint takes up significant dishwasher and counter space, the bowl-lift configuration makes swapping attachments slightly more finicky compared to tilt-head variants, and the wire whip requires manual hand-washing.

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