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KitchenAid Professional 5KSM7990X review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£1,060Motor power:325 WBowl capacity:6.9 LNumber of speed levels:10Number of included attachments:3Weight:13 kg

KitchenAid Professional 5KSM7990X Review: Compare 41 technical specifications, 1 expert reviews and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

KitchenAid Professional 5KSM7990X
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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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▼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

60%

5.8

Technical score

15%

5.8

User score

15%

5.8

List score

10%

5.8

Reviews score

▼Worse than 97% of stand mixers
4.4

Value for money

Value for money
4.4/ 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%

5.8

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

▼Worse than 99%
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 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%

5.9

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

9.8

Bowl

15%

3.1

Accessories

10%

6.0

Design

10%

6.2

Safety

▼Worse than 82%
5.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.8/ 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
▼ Worse than 91% of models

5.8

Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.0

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.
▼Worse than 91%
5.8

User score

User score
5.8/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 93% of models

5.8

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

70%

8.5

Rating

30%

7.7

Popularity

▼Worse than 93%
5.8

List score

List score
5.8/ 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 (1)
List score: in 1 of 14 lists (7%)
▲Better than 85%
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Technical Specifications of stand mixer KitchenAid Professional 5KSM7990X

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components:

35%

5.9

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

9.8

Bowl

15%

3.1

Accessories

10%

6.0

Design

10%

6.2

Safety

5.8
Reviews score
5.8
User score
5.8
List score
5.8
Value for money
Value for money
4.4/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

4.4
Mixer type
planetary
Head design
bowl-lift
Motor power
325 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 325 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated power of 91.5% of stand mixers and equal to that of 0.5% of stand mixers.
Number of speed levels
10
Market range: <6 – >11
This stand mixer offers 10 speed levels, which is more speed settings than on 65.1% of stand mixers and equal to that on 22.8% 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
6.9 L
Market range: <4 L – >7.6 L
This stand mixer features a bowl capacity of 6.9 L, which is larger than the mixing bowl of 83% of stand mixers.
Dough capacity
3.8 kg
Market range: <1.3 kg – >5 kg
This stand mixer has a dough capacity of 3.8 kg, which is larger than 83.2% 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
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
37.1 cm
Market range: <22 cm – >42 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 37.1 cm, which is deeper than 72.8% of stand mixers and equal in depth to 0.5% of stand mixers.
Weight
13 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 13 kg, which is heavier than 87.9% of stand mixers and equal in weight to 0.9% of stand mixers.
Body material
zinc
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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%.

KitchenAid Professional 5KSM7990X vs the average stand mixer

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  • 1.9 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (6.9 L vs 5 L).
    6.9 L vs 5 L
  • 3 more speed levels
    This stand mixer allows finer speed tuning from gentle folding to intense whipping than the average stand mixer (10 vs 7).
    10 vs 7
  • 58.3% larger dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a larger dough capacity than the average stand mixer (3.8 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    3.8 kg vs 2.4 kg
  • 0.13 m longer power cord
    This stand mixer reaches wall outlets across the countertop with greater freedom than the average stand mixer (1.2 m vs 1.09 m).
    1.219 m vs 1.09 m
  • 3 more speed levels
    This stand mixer allows finer speed tuning from gentle folding to intense whipping than the average stand mixer (10 vs 7).
    10 vs 7
  • 0.13 m longer power cord
    This stand mixer reaches wall outlets across the countertop with greater freedom than the average stand mixer (1.2 m vs 1.09 m).
    1.219 m vs 1.09 m
  • 1.9 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (6.9 L vs 5 L).
    6.9 L vs 5 L
  • 58.3% larger dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a larger dough capacity than the average stand mixer (3.8 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    3.8 kg vs 2.4 kg
  • 675 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 (325 W vs 1,000 W).
    325 W vs 1,000 W
  • Does not have automatic shut-off
    This stand mixer does not include automatic shut-off (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • Does not have pulse function
    This stand mixer does not include a pulse function (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 73.3% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (13 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    13 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 30.1% lower list score
    List score
    5.8/ 10
    ✕
    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 (1)
    List score: in 1 of 14 lists (7%)
    5.8 vs 8.3
  • 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
  • 24.7% lower user score
    User score
    5.8/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models

    5.8

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

    70%

    8.5

    Rating

    30%

    7.7

    Popularity

    5.8 vs 7.7
  • 5.78 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (37.1 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    37.1 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 30.1% lower list score
    List score
    5.8/ 10
    ✕
    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 (1)
    List score: in 1 of 14 lists (7%)
    5.8 vs 8.3
  • 24.7% lower user score
    User score
    5.8/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models

    5.8

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

    70%

    8.5

    Rating

    30%

    7.7

    Popularity

    5.8 vs 7.7
  • 5.05x more expensive
    KitchenAid Professional 5KSM7990X is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£1,060 vs £210).
    £1,060 vs £210
  • 22.7% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.8/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models

    5.8

    Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.0

    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.
    5.8 vs 7.5
  • 69.3% worse value for money
    KitchenAid Professional 5KSM7990X has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (4.37 vs 7.4).
    4.37 vs 7.4
  • 675 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 (325 W vs 1,000 W).
    325 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
  • 73.3% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (13 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    13 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
  • 5.78 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (37.1 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    37.1 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
  • Does not have automatic shut-off
    This stand mixer does not include automatic shut-off (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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Verdict
The discontinued KitchenAid Professional 5KSM7990X whips cream and egg whites very well, but it is hard to assemble and clean, which holds it back.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about KitchenAid Professional 5KSM7990X

  • Large 6.9-litre capacity bowl is excellent for mixing very big batches
  • Highly durable all-metal construction and professional-grade attachments
  • Excellent safety features including a protective wire guard and an emergency stop switch
  • Highly efficient 1.3 HP direct drive motor handles heavy bread and pastry doughs easily
  • Very stable bowl-lift design prevents wobbling or moving on the counter during high-torque tasks
  • Operates quietly considering its commercial-grade power
  • Universal attachment hub allows the use of wide-ranging KitchenAid accessories

What customers don't like about KitchenAid Professional 5KSM7990X

  • The protective safety wire guard can feel restrictive or awkward when adding ingredients
  • Extremely heavy appliance weighing around 13 kg making it difficult to move around the kitchen
  • Requires significant countertop and vertical clearance space under kitchen cabinets
  • The high commercial price point may not be justifiable for casual home bakers
  • Bowl-lift mechanism and peg alignment can be tricky to get used to initially compared to tilt-head models

Verdict

The KitchenAid Professional 5KSM7990X is a heavy-duty, bowl-lift stand mixer designed for commercial and demanding home kitchens, featuring a generous 6.9-liter stainless steel bowl and a highly efficient 1.3 HP (325W) direct drive motor operating between 40 and 200 RPM across 10 speeds. Its primary pros include a robust all-metal die-cast zinc construction with high-precision metal gears, standard planetary mixing action, an integrated wire safety guard, and an emergency stop switch for certified workplace safety. It handles massive loads with ease, managing up to 3.8kg of dough or 19 egg whites while remaining remarkably stable and quiet. On the downside, its commercial-oriented wire guard can feel limiting or cumbersome when quickly adding ingredients during a recipe, and at a substantial weight of 13kg with dimensions of 41.9 x 28.7 x 37.1 cm, it is highly bulky and difficult to move or store in smaller spaces.

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