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Sunbeam Planetary Mixmaster MXM5000 review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£180Motor power:850 WBowl capacity:5 LNumber of speed levels:8Number of included attachments:4Weight:6.65 kg

Sunbeam Planetary Mixmaster MXM5000 Review: Compare 41 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

Sunbeam Planetary Mixmaster MXM5000
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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%

6.5

Technical score

15%

8.8

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–²Better than 56% of stand mixers
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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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â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–²Better than 66%
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 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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â–² Better than 51% of models
Score components

35%

6.2

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

7.1

Bowl

15%

6.9

Accessories

10%

6.4

Design

10%

10

Safety

â–²Better than 51%
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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
8.8

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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â–² Better than 67% of models

70%

9.3

Rating

30%

7.5

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.
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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Technical Specifications of stand mixer Sunbeam Planetary Mixmaster MXM5000

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 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–² Better than 51% of models
Score components:

35%

6.2

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

7.1

Bowl

15%

6.9

Accessories

10%

6.4

Design

10%

10

Safety

6.5
Reviews score
7.7
User score
8.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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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â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

7.7
Mixer type
planetary
Head design
tilt-head
Motor power
850 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 850 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated power of 65.2% of stand mixers.
Number of speed levels
8
Market range: <6 – >11
This stand mixer offers 8 speed levels, which is more speed settings than on 52.4% of stand mixers and equal to that on 12.1% 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
dial
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Number of included attachments
4
Market range: <3 – >6
This stand mixer comes with 4 included attachments, which is more accessories than with 68.4% of stand mixers and equal to that with 14% 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
39.1 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 39.1 cm, which is taller than 82.3% of stand mixers.
Width
24.7 cm
Market range: <21 cm – >40.2 cm
This stand mixer measures 24.7 cm in width, which is narrower than 63.5% of stand mixers and equal in width to 0.5% of stand mixers.
Depth
41.8 cm
Market range: <22 cm – >42 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 41.8 cm, which is deeper than 89.4% of stand mixers.
Weight
6.65 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 6.65 kg, which is lighter than 59.8% of stand mixers and equal in weight to 0.5% 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%.

Sunbeam Planetary Mixmaster MXM5000 vs the average stand mixer

246810TotalPerformanceFunctionsDesignBowlAccessoriesSafety
  • 1 more included attachments
    This stand mixer equips you with more versatile tools out of the box without needing extra purchases than the average stand mixer (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 1 more speed levels
    This stand mixer allows finer speed tuning from gentle folding to intense whipping than the average stand mixer (8 vs 7).
    8 vs 7
  • 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 67% of models

    70%

    9.3

    Rating

    30%

    7.5

    Popularity

    8.8 vs 7.7
  • 3.3 cm narrower body
    This stand mixer takes up less horizontal space on the countertop, leaving more prep area than the average stand mixer (24.7 cm vs 28 cm).
    24.7 cm vs 28 cm
  • 11.3% lighter
    This stand mixer is lighter than the average stand mixer (6.7 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    6.65 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 3.7% better value for money
    Sunbeam Planetary Mixmaster MXM5000 has better value for money than the average stand mixer (7.67 vs 7.4).
    7.67 vs 7.4
  • 16.7% cheaper
    Sunbeam Planetary Mixmaster MXM5000 is cheaper than the average stand mixer (£180 vs £210).
    £180 vs £210
  • 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 67% of models

    70%

    9.3

    Rating

    30%

    7.5

    Popularity

    8.8 vs 7.7
  • 3.7% better value for money
    Sunbeam Planetary Mixmaster MXM5000 has better value for money than the average stand mixer (7.67 vs 7.4).
    7.67 vs 7.4
  • 16.7% cheaper
    Sunbeam Planetary Mixmaster MXM5000 is cheaper than the average stand mixer (£180 vs £210).
    £180 vs £210
  • 1 more speed levels
    This stand mixer allows finer speed tuning from gentle folding to intense whipping than the average stand mixer (8 vs 7).
    8 vs 7
  • 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
  • 3.3 cm narrower body
    This stand mixer takes up less horizontal space on the countertop, leaving more prep area than the average stand mixer (24.7 cm vs 28 cm).
    24.7 cm vs 28 cm
  • 11.3% lighter
    This stand mixer is lighter than the average stand mixer (6.7 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    6.65 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 1 more included attachments
    This stand mixer equips you with more versatile tools out of the box without needing extra purchases than the average stand mixer (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • Does not have pulse function
    This stand mixer does not include a pulse function (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 10.48 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (41.8 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    41.8 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 0.19 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 (0.9 m vs 1.09 m).
    0.9 m vs 1.09 m
  • 4.1 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 (39.1 cm vs 35 cm).
    39.1 cm vs 35 cm
  • 150 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 (850 W vs 1,000 W).
    850 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).
  • 150 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 (850 W vs 1,000 W).
    850 W vs 1,000 W
  • 10.48 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (41.8 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    41.8 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • 0.19 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 (0.9 m vs 1.09 m).
    0.9 m vs 1.09 m
  • 4.1 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 (39.1 cm vs 35 cm).
    39.1 cm vs 35 cm

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What customers like about Sunbeam Planetary Mixmaster MXM5000

  • Affordable pricing offering great value for money
  • User-friendly design with intuitive controls suitable for beginners
  • Generous 5-liter stainless steel bowl capacity handles large batches easily
  • Powerful 850W motor efficiently blends light batters and whips egg whites
  • Includes useful accessories like a scraper beater, dough hook, and whisk
  • Tilt-back head design provides easy access to the bowl and attachments

What customers don't like about Sunbeam Planetary Mixmaster MXM5000

  • Requires manual pausing to scrape down the sides of the bowl for thorough mixing
  • Struggles with heavy, thick mixtures like dense bread doughs
  • Adding extra ingredients smoothly during operation can be awkward and restrictive
  • Predominantly plastic outer body construction lacks a premium metal feel
  • Can cause splattering and mess at medium to high speeds without a splash guard

Verdict

The Sunbeam Planetary Mixmaster MXM5000, also known as The Master One, is an 850-watt stand mixer featuring a 5-liter stainless steel bowl and an 8-speed electronic control dial. Its key characteristics include a 360-degree planetary mixing action for thorough coverage and a tilt-back, lock-down head mechanism for added operating safety. Main advantages include a comprehensive, dishwasher-safe accessory kit consisting of a ScrapeMaster spatula beater, a diecast beater, a dough hook, and a whisk, all of which excel at processing everything from light egg whites to dense bread doughs. However, its primary disadvantages are a plastic external body construction that lacks a premium material feel, and it lacks the long-term durability found in high-end, all-metal heavy-duty alternatives.

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