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KUKEN Special Series Vintage review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£150Motor power:1100 WBowl capacity:5 LNumber of speed levels:6Number of included attachments:3Weight:2.72 kg

KUKEN Special Series Vintage Review: Compare 41 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

KUKEN Special Series Vintage
6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 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%

6.4

Technical score

15%

6.4

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 70% of stand mixers
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 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%

6.7

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 54%
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 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%

7.1

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

7.1

Bowl

15%

4.5

Accessories

10%

8.9

Design

10%

6.5

Safety

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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
6.4

User score

User score
6.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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6.4

Mark 7.6 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%

5.0

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 78%
?

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.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Ranked #127 of 219 models in Stand Mixers (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of stand mixer KUKEN Special Series Vintage

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 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
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Score components:

35%

7.1

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

7.1

Bowl

15%

4.5

Accessories

10%

8.9

Design

10%

6.5

Safety

6.4
Reviews score
7.7
User score
6.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 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
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Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.4
Mixer type
?
Head design
?
Motor power
1,100 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 1,100 W of motor power, which is higher than the rated power of 58.5% 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
5 L
Market range: <4 L – >7.6 L
This stand mixer features a bowl capacity of 5 L, which is larger than the mixing bowl of 34.8% of stand mixers and equal to that of 18.3% 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
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
buttons
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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
?
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
24.1 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 24.1 cm, which is lower than the height of 98.6% of stand mixers.
Width
21 cm
Market range: <21 cm – >40.2 cm
This stand mixer measures 21 cm in width, which is narrower than 90.4% of stand mixers and equal in width to 0.9% of stand mixers.
Depth
35 cm
Market range: <22 cm – >42 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 35 cm, which is deeper than 59% of stand mixers and equal in depth to 3.2% of stand mixers.
Weight
2.72 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 2.72 kg, which is lighter than 99.1% of stand mixers and equal in weight to 0.5% of stand mixers.
Body material
plastic
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Overload protection
?
Safety locking system
no
This stand mixer does not have safety locking system, unlike 2%.
Automatic shut-off
?
Non-slip feet
yes
This stand mixer has non-slip feet, unlike 100%.

KUKEN Special Series Vintage vs the average stand mixer

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  • 63.7% lighter
    This stand mixer is lighter than the average stand mixer (2.7 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    2.72 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 10.9 cm lower height
    This stand mixer fits more comfortably beneath low kitchen wall cabinets and shelves than the average stand mixer (24.1 cm vs 35 cm).
    24.1 cm vs 35 cm
  • 7 cm narrower body
    This stand mixer takes up less horizontal space on the countertop, leaving more prep area than the average stand mixer (21 cm vs 28 cm).
    21 cm vs 28 cm
  • 100 W more motor power
    This stand mixer kneads dense bread doughs and heavy batches with greater torque and ease than the average stand mixer (1,100 W vs 1,000 W).
    1,100 W vs 1,000 W
  • Features a retro design
    This stand mixer features a retro design (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 40% cheaper
    KUKEN Special Series Vintage is cheaper than the average stand mixer (£150 vs £210).
    £150 vs £210
  • 40% cheaper
    KUKEN Special Series Vintage is cheaper than the average stand mixer (£150 vs £210).
    £150 vs £210
  • 100 W more motor power
    This stand mixer kneads dense bread doughs and heavy batches with greater torque and ease than the average stand mixer (1,100 W vs 1,000 W).
    1,100 W vs 1,000 W
  • 63.7% lighter
    This stand mixer is lighter than the average stand mixer (2.7 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    2.72 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 10.9 cm lower height
    This stand mixer fits more comfortably beneath low kitchen wall cabinets and shelves than the average stand mixer (24.1 cm vs 35 cm).
    24.1 cm vs 35 cm
  • 7 cm narrower body
    This stand mixer takes up less horizontal space on the countertop, leaving more prep area than the average stand mixer (21 cm vs 28 cm).
    21 cm vs 28 cm
  • Features a retro design
    This stand mixer features a retro design (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 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
  • Does not have safety locking system
    This stand mixer does not include a safety locking system (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 16.9% lower user score
    User score
    6.4/ 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
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models

    6.4

    Mark 7.6 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%

    5.0

    Popularity

    6.4 vs 7.7
  • 3.68 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (35 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    35 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 0.5% worse value for money
    KUKEN Special Series Vintage has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (7.43 vs 7.4).
    7.43 vs 7.4
  • 16.9% lower user score
    User score
    6.4/ 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 78% of models

    6.4

    Mark 7.6 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%

    5.0

    Popularity

    6.4 vs 7.7
  • 0.5% worse value for money
    KUKEN Special Series Vintage has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (7.43 vs 7.4).
    7.43 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
  • 3.68 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (35 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    35 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • Does not have safety locking system
    This stand mixer does not include a safety locking system (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).

Third-party reviews

What customers like about KUKEN Special Series Vintage

  • Attractive, 1950s retro-style vintage design that stands out on kitchen countertops.
  • Powerful 1100W motor capable of processing heavy ingredients and kneading bread dough.
  • Generous 5-liter bowl capacity ideal for preparing family-sized recipes.
  • Versatile functionality with 6 speed levels plus a pulse button for precision tasks.
  • Lightweight and compact build, making it highly portable and easy to move around.
  • Equipped with standard high-quality metal attachments including a dough hook, flat beater, and whisk.
  • Includes a practical, transparent splash guard to monitor mixing while keeping workspaces clean.

What customers don't like about KUKEN Special Series Vintage

  • The body relies heavily on plastic/polycarbonate construction, which feels less premium than heavy all-metal alternatives.
  • Noticeable vibration or shaking can occur at high speeds or when processing dense dough batches.
  • Operational noise levels can be quite loud when utilizing its maximum power capacity.
  • Lacks advanced modern tech integrations, such as digital countdown timers or automated smart programs.

Verdict

The KUKEN Special Series Vintage stand mixer is a 1100W kitchen appliance featuring a 5-litre stainless steel bowl capable of handling 2 litres of dry ingredients or 5 litres of liquids. It features an elegant pastel green vintage design, a 6-speed control wheel with an additional pulse button, and a folding head system for quick attachment changes. Key advantages include a high-powered efficient whipping system, an anti-slip base for exceptional stability during operation, quiet performance, and a transparent safety cover to shield against splashes. However, its polycarbonate housing material offers less long-term durability than die-cast metal, its 2.72-kilogram weight means it may struggle with heavy dough stabilization over time, and color options are strictly limited to the singular pastel green aesthetic.

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