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NutriMill Artiste review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£220Motor power:500 WBowl capacity:6.15 LNumber of speed levels:6Number of included attachments:2Weight:5.9 kg

NutriMill Artiste Review: Compare 41 technical specifications and 11 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

NutriMill Artiste
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 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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60%

5.8

Technical score

15%

8.8

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%

8.8

Reviews score

â–¼Worse than 59% of stand mixers
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 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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70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

8.5

Price

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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%

4.6

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

8.8

Bowl

15%

3.0

Accessories

10%

8.5

Design

10%

10

Safety

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8.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.8/ 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%

9.5

Popularity

Grades by review (11)
4 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 7 video reviews, each 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.
★Better than 98%
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 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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70%

8.8

Rating

30%

8.8

Popularity

â–²Better than 67%
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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.
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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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Where to buy
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the NutriMill Artiste

Based on 4 · 7

Reviewers love its compact size, stability and power for dough, but complain about the drive shaft and cleaning.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the NutriMill Artiste

Based on 98 owners sharing their experience in online comments

62%positive16%mixed22%negative

Owners praise powerful bread mixing, large batches and value, while overheating and inconsistent kneading bother them most.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say dough often creeps up the centre column and slides around the bowl instead of kneading, sometimes not kneading at all.7
  • Owners report sticky dough that never forms a windowpane, sometimes fixed by keeping the lid on, using cold water, or resting the dough first.7
  • The drive shaft is hard to remove and refit because of its washers and gaskets, and cookie paddles can be pushed out.7
  • Owners say the motor overheats and cuts out with three loaves, over five cups of flour, or about five minutes of double pizza dough.5
  • The Artiste has less torque than a Bosch, so heavy dough needs a higher speed; owners say a Bosch has more power for bigger batches.4
  • Owners find one loaf too small for the bowl, with poor blending, so many make two loaves at once.4
  • Owners find many small parts, scrapers and extra attachments hard to clean, and batter messy to scrape out of the bowl.4
  • The inside scraper is too short to reach the centre post, and it can break if used in a dry bowl.4
  • Owners report the plastic hook broke early, the plastic centre post sheds bits, and the bowl cracked after heavy use.4
  • Some owners had failures after about five months, a driveshaft was replaced by the maker, and one mixer died after four years.4

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of stand mixer NutriMill Artiste

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%

4.6

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

8.8

Bowl

15%

3.0

Accessories

10%

8.5

Design

10%

10

Safety

5.8
Reviews score
8.8
User score
8.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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%

6.8

Overall score

30%

8.5

Price

7.3
Mixer type
bottom-drive
Head design
fixed head
Motor power
500 W
This stand mixer delivers 500 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated power of 82.1% of stand mixers and equal to that of 3.6% of stand mixers.
Number of speed levels
6
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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What reviewers say
Bowl capacity
6.15 L
This stand mixer features a bowl capacity of 6.15 L, which is larger than the mixing bowl of 70.5% of stand mixers.
Dough capacity
3.6 kg
This stand mixer has a dough capacity of 3.6 kg, which is larger than 79.4% of stand mixers and equal to 1.9% of stand mixers.
Bowl material
polypropylene
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%.
What reviewers say
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
dial
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Number of included attachments
2
This stand mixer comes with 2 included attachments, which is fewer accessories than with 97.7% 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
no
This stand mixer does not have a flat beater, unlike 3.2%.
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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What reviewers say
Height
31.75 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 31.75 cm, which is lower than the height of 75.5% of stand mixers.
Width
27.94 cm
This stand mixer measures 27.94 cm in width, which is narrower than 52.5% of stand mixers.
Depth
30.48 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 30.48 cm, which is shallower than 53.5% of stand mixers.
Weight
5.9 kg
This stand mixer weighs 5.9 kg, which is lighter than 67.8% of stand mixers and equal in weight to 0.9% of stand mixers.
Body material
abs plastic
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What reviewers say
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%.
What reviewers say

NutriMill Artiste vs the average stand mixer

246810TotalPerformanceFunctionsDesignBowlAccessoriesSafety
  • 1.15 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (6.2 L vs 5 L).
    6.15 L vs 5 L
  • Includes a recipe book
    This stand mixer includes a recipe book (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 50% larger dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a larger dough capacity than the average stand mixer (3.6 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    3.6 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).
    1.22 m vs 1.09 m
  • 3.25 cm lower height
    This stand mixer fits more comfortably beneath low kitchen wall cabinets and shelves than the average stand mixer (31.8 cm vs 35 cm).
    31.75 cm vs 35 cm
  • 21.3% lighter
    This stand mixer is lighter than the average stand mixer (5.9 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    5.9 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 5 dB quieter operation
    This stand mixer runs with noticeably less motor whine, creating a more pleasant kitchen environment than the average stand mixer (70 dB vs 75 dB).
    70 dB vs 75 dB
  • 14.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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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    70%

    8.8

    Rating

    30%

    8.8

    Popularity

    8.8 vs 7.7
  • 14.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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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    70%

    8.8

    Rating

    30%

    8.8

    Popularity

    8.8 vs 7.7
  • 17.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.8/ 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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    80%

    8.7

    Average grade

    20%

    9.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (11)
    4 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. 7 video reviews, each 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.
    8.8 vs 7.5
  • 5 dB quieter operation
    This stand mixer runs with noticeably less motor whine, creating a more pleasant kitchen environment than the average stand mixer (70 dB vs 75 dB).
    70 dB vs 75 dB
  • 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).
    1.22 m vs 1.09 m
  • 3.25 cm lower height
    This stand mixer fits more comfortably beneath low kitchen wall cabinets and shelves than the average stand mixer (31.8 cm vs 35 cm).
    31.75 cm vs 35 cm
  • 21.3% lighter
    This stand mixer is lighter than the average stand mixer (5.9 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    5.9 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 0.06 cm narrower body
    This stand mixer takes up less horizontal space on the countertop, leaving more prep area than the average stand mixer (27.9 cm vs 28 cm).
    27.94 cm vs 28 cm
  • 0.84 cm shallower depth
    This stand mixer fits cleanly on standard worktops without protruding past the counter edge compared to the average stand mixer (30.5 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    30.48 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 1.15 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (6.2 L vs 5 L).
    6.15 L vs 5 L
  • 50% larger dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a larger dough capacity than the average stand mixer (3.6 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    3.6 kg vs 2.4 kg
  • Includes a recipe book
    This stand mixer includes a recipe book (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 500 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 (500 W vs 1,000 W).
    500 W vs 1,000 W
  • Does not have planetary mixing action
    This stand mixer does not include planetary mixing action (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 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 include a flat beater
    This stand mixer does not include a flat beater (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 1 fewer included attachments
    This stand mixer includes a sparser accessory set and may require buying additional beaters or guards compared to the average stand mixer (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3
  • 0.6% worse value for money
    NutriMill Artiste has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (7.35 vs 7.4).
    7.35 vs 7.4
  • 4.8% more expensive
    NutriMill Artiste is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£220 vs £210).
    £220 vs £210
  • 0.6% worse value for money
    NutriMill Artiste has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (7.35 vs 7.4).
    7.35 vs 7.4
  • 4.8% more expensive
    NutriMill Artiste is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£220 vs £210).
    £220 vs £210
  • 500 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 (500 W vs 1,000 W).
    500 W vs 1,000 W
  • Does not have planetary mixing action
    This stand mixer does not include planetary mixing action (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 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 include a flat beater
    This stand mixer does not include a flat beater (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 1 fewer included attachments
    This stand mixer includes a sparser accessory set and may require buying additional beaters or guards compared to the average stand mixer (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3

Video reviews

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

8.0
Kuny's Kookies
≈ estimated
13/05/2025
Long-term review · bread, cookies and whipped cream tests
Verdict
NutriMill Artiste works for bread, cookies and whipped cream, but loose parts and whisk failures are drawbacks.
9.0
Lovely Bell Bakes
≈ estimated
10/07/2024
Hands-on review · bread making and cleaning tests
Verdict
NutriMill Artiste is strongly recommended for small and medium batches, though cleaning is its main drawback.
9.0
Grains In Small Places
≈ estimated
25/09/2023
Hands-on review · bread, cake and buttercream tests
Verdict
NutriMill Artiste is a strong mixer, especially for bread and for buyers wanting a mid-range option.
9.0
Grains and Grit
≈ estimated
08/09/2023
Full review · months of use with bread and fresh flour
Verdict
NutriMill Artiste suits fresh-milled dough and larger batches, and works well as an all-round mixer.
9.0
AmyLearnsToCook
≈ estimated
11/01/2019
Hands-on review · dough, whipping and motor tests
Verdict
NutriMill Artiste is a great mixer with a strong motor, worth buying once you learn its dough quirks.
8.0
Kowalski Mountain
≈ estimated
18/12/2025
First look · unboxing and first use
Verdict
NutriMill Artiste is powerful and handled a first brownie test, with a full review to follow.
9.0
Rose Homestead-Fresh Milled & Sourdough
≈ estimated
25/10/2024
Comparison with a larger mixer · two years of use
Verdict
NutriMill Artiste works well for small bread batches, though large ones will strain it.
Overview video
Brand video
Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
commonsensehome.com
≈ estimated
23/07/2023
Family home trial · Bottom-drive mixer
Verdict
The NutriMill Artiste is a compact, easy-to-clean mixer that suits family baking, though it makes a high-pitched hum while running.
9.0
gourmetdoneskinny.com
≈ estimated
25/11/2020
Blogger's first impressions · Open-bowl mixer
Verdict
The NutriMill Artiste is a powerful mixer, quieter than a KitchenAid, with an open bowl easy to add to, though its stainless steel bowl is a costly extra.
8.8
kitchenpicked.com
✓ explicit
25/11/2025
Expert review · Bread dough mixer
Verdict
The NutriMill Artiste is a bottom-drive mixer built for heavy bread dough, with a low, stable base suited to frequent bakers, though it is loud at speed 6.
9.2
wouldibuythis.com
✓ explicit
11/05/2021
Hands-on review · Compact stand mixer
Verdict
The NutriMill Artiste is a powerful mixer that fits under kitchen cabinets and comes apart for storage, though its bowl cannot go in the dishwasher.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about NutriMill Artiste

  • Affordable price point compared to high-end mixers like the Bosch Universal Plus
  • Powerful 500-watt bottom-drive motor that effortlessly handles heavy bread and cookie doughs
  • Large 6.5-quart bowl capacity capable of mixing up to 6-8 pounds of dough
  • Sturdy non-slip suction feet that effectively prevent the mixer from walking or moving on the counter
  • Convenient open-bowl design with a sliding lid window that makes it easy to add ingredients while mixing
  • Compact footprint and lightweight design that fits easily under kitchen cabinets and saves counter space
  • Easy to clean with dishwasher-safe components like the bowl, cover, and whisks
  • Excellent for achieving perfect gluten development and passing the windowpane test quickly

What customers don't like about NutriMill Artiste

  • The motor can sound quite loud or as if it is struggling when handling thick mixtures
  • The bowl can sometimes twist tightly and be difficult to remove from the base after heavy mixing
  • Features a slightly less robust motor and fewer high-speed drive attachments than its sister model, the Bosch Universal Plus
  • Lightweight plastic construction feels less premium to some users accustomed to heavy metal mixers
  • Stiff or low-hydration dough can occasionally wrap around the central column instead of kneading smoothly

Verdict

The NutriMill Artiste is a compact, 13-pound stand mixer featuring a 500-watt bottom-drive motor, a 6.5-quart bowl, and 6 speed options plus a pulse function. Its main advantages include a strong belt-driven transmission capable of kneading up to 8 pounds of dense dough without shifting—thanks to integrated suction feet—and an open-bowl design with a 2-piece splash lid that simplifies adding ingredients. However, it relies heavily on plastic construction, comes with a shorter 1-year warranty compared to high-end alternatives, can be noisy under load, and its center column configuration can cause small batches of dough to wrap around the shaft rather than knead effectively.

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