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Smeg SMF01 review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£330Motor power:800 WBowl capacity:4.8 LNumber of speed levels:10Number of included attachments:3Weight:9.5 kg

Smeg SMF01 Review: Compare 41 technical specifications and 5 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

Smeg SMF01
6.4/10

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

60%

5.7

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%

5.7

Reviews score

▼Worse than 84% 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

7.5

Price

▼Worse than 84%
5.7

Technical score

Technical score
5.7/ 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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▼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

35%

7.1

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

4.0

Bowl

15%

3.1

Accessories

10%

5.0

Design

10%

10

Safety

▼Worse than 88%
5.7

Reviews score

Reviews score
5.7/ 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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▼ Worse than 93% of models

5.7

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

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

8.8

Popularity

Grades by review (5)
5 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
▼Worse than 93%
8.7

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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 58% of models

70%

9.0

Rating

30%

8.1

Popularity

▲Better 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.
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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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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 Smeg SMF01

Based on 5

Reviewers agree its stylish design and retro looks are the main reason to choose this mixer.
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What owners say about the Smeg SMF01

Based on 24 owners sharing their experience in online comments

67%positive4%mixed29%negative

Owners praise its sturdy metal build and baking performance, while recurring mechanical and mixing problems undermine confidence.

What owners dislike

  • Some owners report the head loosens and rattles under load, the bowl lock wears, and the machine overheated and stopped during heavy panettone dough. Others report a start-up fault.5
  • Owners say small amounts, such as one cup of cream, are not reached by the whisk or beater.3

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

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Technical Specifications of stand mixer Smeg SMF01

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 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 88% of models
Score components:

35%

7.1

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

4.0

Bowl

15%

3.1

Accessories

10%

5.0

Design

10%

10

Safety

5.7
Reviews score
5.7
User score
8.7
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 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 84% of models
Score components:

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

7.5

Price

6.7
Mixer type
planetary
Head design
tilt-head
Motor power
800 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 800 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated power of 65.6% of stand mixers and equal to that of 8.9% 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
?
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Bowl capacity
4.8 L
Market range: <4 L – >7.6 L
This stand mixer features a bowl capacity of 4.8 L, which is smaller than the mixing bowl of 65.6% of stand mixers and equal to that of 7.1% of stand mixers.
Dough capacity
1.3 kg
Market range: <1.3 kg – >5 kg
This stand mixer has a dough capacity of 1.3 kg, which is smaller than 90.7% of stand mixers and equal to 0.9% of stand mixers.
Bowl material
stainless steel
Splash guard included
yes
This stand mixer has a splash guard, unlike 90.5%.
Dishwasher-safe parts
no
This stand mixer does not have dishwasher-safe parts, unlike 14.5%.
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
37.8 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 37.8 cm, which is taller than 72.7% of stand mixers and equal in height to 3.2% of stand mixers.
Width
40.2 cm
Market range: <21 cm – >40.2 cm
This stand mixer measures 40.2 cm in width, which is wider than 89.5% of stand mixers and equal in width to 1.4% of stand mixers.
Depth
40.2 cm
Market range: <22 cm – >42 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 40.2 cm, which is deeper than 88.9% of stand mixers.
Weight
9.5 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 9.5 kg, which is heavier than 67.8% of stand mixers and equal in weight to 0.9% of stand mixers.
Body material
die-cast aluminium
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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%.

Smeg SMF01 vs the average stand mixer

246810TotalPerformanceFunctionsDesignBowlAccessoriesSafety
  • 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
  • Features a retro design
    This stand mixer features a retro design (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 58% of models

    70%

    9.0

    Rating

    30%

    8.1

    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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 58% of models

    70%

    9.0

    Rating

    30%

    8.1

    Popularity

    8.7 vs 7.7
  • 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
  • Features a retro design
    This stand mixer features a retro design (yes), while the average stand mixer does not (no).
  • Does not have pulse function
    This stand mixer does not include a pulse function (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • Does not have dishwasher-safe parts
    This stand mixer does not include dishwasher-safe parts (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 45.8% smaller dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a smaller dough capacity than the average stand mixer (1.3 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    1.3 kg vs 2.4 kg
  • 200 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 (800 W vs 1,000 W).
    800 W vs 1,000 W
  • 12.2 cm wider body
    This stand mixer occupies wider countertop area and crowds adjacent baking tools compared to the average stand mixer (40.2 cm vs 28 cm).
    40.2 cm vs 28 cm
  • 8.88 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (40.2 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    40.2 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 26.7% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (9.5 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    9.5 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 2.8 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 (37.8 cm vs 35 cm).
    37.8 cm vs 35 cm
  • 24.0% lower review score
    Reviews score
    5.7/ 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 93% of models

    5.7

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

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    8.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (5)
    5 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    5.7 vs 7.5
  • 10.1% worse value for money
    Smeg SMF01 has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (6.72 vs 7.4).
    6.72 vs 7.4
  • 57.1% more expensive
    Smeg SMF01 is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£330 vs £210).
    £330 vs £210
  • Does not have pulse function
    This stand mixer does not include a pulse function (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 200 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 (800 W vs 1,000 W).
    800 W vs 1,000 W
  • 12.2 cm wider body
    This stand mixer occupies wider countertop area and crowds adjacent baking tools compared to the average stand mixer (40.2 cm vs 28 cm).
    40.2 cm vs 28 cm
  • 8.88 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (40.2 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    40.2 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 26.7% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (9.5 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    9.5 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 2.8 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 (37.8 cm vs 35 cm).
    37.8 cm vs 35 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
  • Does not have dishwasher-safe parts
    This stand mixer does not include dishwasher-safe parts (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 45.8% smaller dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a smaller dough capacity than the average stand mixer (1.3 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    1.3 kg vs 2.4 kg
  • 0.2 L smaller bowl capacity
    This stand mixer has a more compact bowl and may require splitting big holiday batches into multiple mixes compared to the average stand mixer (4.8 L vs 5 L).
    4.8 L vs 5 L

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
24/05/2016
Hands-on test · Retro design
Verdict
The Smeg SMF01 suits existing Smeg fans and design lovers; it is reliable but heavy, costly and not a first-time buy.
8.0
lesdelicesdalexandre.fr
≈ estimated
20/02/2019
Pastry chef's test · Retro stand mixer
Verdict
The Smeg SMF01 is a powerful, stylish stand mixer with a vintage look, but its back-mounted lift button and speed lever are awkward to reach.
5.0
quechoisir.org
≈ estimated
Date unavailable
Hands-on test · Discontinued retro mixer
Verdict
The Smeg SMF01 is a retro stand mixer with a dishwasher-safe bowl, but top-mounted controls, an arm lock that often jams and its weight let it down.
7.0
shopping.giallozafferano.it
≈ estimated
27/10/2020
Owner review · Vintage design
Verdict
The Smeg SMF01 is a sturdy, 1950s-styled mixer that its owner calls good value, though optional attachments cost extra.
9.0
wonen.nl
≈ estimated
Geen exacte datum vermeld
Home test · Retro stand mixer
Verdict
The Smeg SMF01 is easy to use and good-looking, and highly recommended, though it gets loud on top speed and is pricey.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Smeg SMF01

  • Beautiful 1950s retro design that looks great on kitchen countertops.
  • Sturdy and solid die-cast aluminium body construction.
  • Powerful 600-watt motor that easily handles basic baking tasks.
  • Smooth Start function gradually increases speed to prevent ingredients from splashing.
  • Features 10 variable speed settings offering precise control.
  • Includes helpful accessories like a stainless steel wire whisk, flat beater, and dough hook.

What customers don't like about Smeg SMF01

  • Expensive price point compared to other stand mixers with similar features.
  • Struggles with heavy mixtures, such as dense pizza or bread dough.
  • Requires regular manual scraping because the attachments do not reach the very edges of the bowl.
  • The mixing bowl has a tendency to wobble or unlock itself during heavy-duty mixing.
  • Speed setting labels on the machine can wipe off easily during cleaning.
  • The pouring shield has a narrow opening, making it tricky to add ingredients cleanly.

Verdict

The Smeg SMF01 is a 50s retro-style tilt-head stand mixer featuring a durable die-cast aluminum body and a high-polished 4.8-liter stainless steel bowl. Driven by a 600-watt direct-drive motor, it operates with efficient planetary mixing action across 10 electronic speed settings, which are modulated via a vintage lever control and a gentle smooth-start system to avoid ingredient splashing. Key advantages include its stunning aesthetic design, exceptional stability during operation, smooth speed transitions, and a front attachment hub for versatility, alongside standard included accessories like a dough hook, flat beater, wire whisk, and splash guard. However, noted drawbacks include a premium price tag, a heavy 8.4 kg chassis that reduces portability, a tendency for the motor head to shake or knock under heavy dough loads, and occasional ingredient pooling that requires manual bowl scraping.

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