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Top Chef TOPC416 review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£150Motor power:1000 WBowl capacity:5.5 LNumber of speed levels:4Number of included attachments:3Weight:4.8 kg

Top Chef TOPC416 Review: Compare 41 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

Top Chef TOPC416
6.3/10

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 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%

5.9

Technical score

15%

5.9

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 85% of stand mixers
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 62%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 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%

6.9

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

6.8

Bowl

15%

3.1

Accessories

10%

8.6

Design

10%

5.5

Safety

â–¼Worse than 78%
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Reviews score

Reviews score
✕
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
5.9

User score

User score
5.9/ 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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5.9

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

70%

8.8

Rating

30%

7.2

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 91%
?

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 Top Chef TOPC416

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 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%

6.9

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

6.8

Bowl

15%

3.1

Accessories

10%

8.6

Design

10%

5.5

Safety

5.9
Reviews score
7.7
User score
5.9
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components:

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.2
Mixer type
planetary
Head design
tilt-head
Motor power
1,000 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 1,000 W of motor power, which is higher than the rated power of 37.1% of stand mixers and equal to that of 21% of stand mixers.
Number of speed levels
4
Market range: <6 – >11
This stand mixer offers 4 speed levels, which is fewer speed settings than on 94.7% of stand mixers and equal to that on 1.9% of stand mixers.
Maximum speed
?
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Bowl capacity
5.5 L
Market range: <4 L – >7.6 L
This stand mixer features a bowl capacity of 5.5 L, which is larger than the mixing bowl of 59.8% of stand mixers and equal to that of 7.1% of stand mixers.
Dough capacity
2 kg
Market range: <1.3 kg – >5 kg
This stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2 kg, which is smaller than 56.1% of stand mixers and equal to 14% 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
dial
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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
35 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 35 cm, which is lower than the height of 46.4% of stand mixers and equal to that of 4.6% of stand mixers.
Width
?
Depth
?
Weight
4.8 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 4.8 kg, which is lighter than 78% of stand mixers and equal in weight to 0.9% of stand mixers.
Body material
?
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Overload protection
yes
This stand mixer has overload protection, unlike 99.3%.
Safety locking system
?
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%.

Top Chef TOPC416 vs the average stand mixer

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  • 36% lighter
    This stand mixer is lighter than the average stand mixer (4.8 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    4.8 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 0.5 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (5.5 L vs 5 L).
    5.5 L vs 5 L
  • 40% cheaper
    Top Chef TOPC416 is cheaper than the average stand mixer (£150 vs £210).
    £150 vs £210
  • 40% cheaper
    Top Chef TOPC416 is cheaper than the average stand mixer (£150 vs £210).
    £150 vs £210
  • 36% lighter
    This stand mixer is lighter than the average stand mixer (4.8 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    4.8 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 0.5 L larger bowl capacity
    This stand mixer accommodates larger batch baking, multiple bread loaves, and party-sized frostings than the average stand mixer (5.5 L vs 5 L).
    5.5 L vs 5 L
  • Does not have automatic shut-off
    This stand mixer does not include automatic shut-off (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 3 fewer speed levels
    This stand mixer has fewer speed steps and larger jumps between speed settings than the average stand mixer (4 vs 7).
    4 vs 7
  • 23.4% lower user score
    User score
    5.9/ 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 91% of models

    5.9

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

    70%

    8.8

    Rating

    30%

    7.2

    Popularity

    5.9 vs 7.7
  • 16.7% smaller dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a smaller dough capacity than the average stand mixer (2 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    2 kg vs 2.4 kg
  • 2.7% worse value for money
    Top Chef TOPC416 has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (7.2 vs 7.4).
    7.2 vs 7.4
  • 23.4% lower user score
    User score
    5.9/ 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 91% of models

    5.9

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

    70%

    8.8

    Rating

    30%

    7.2

    Popularity

    5.9 vs 7.7
  • 2.7% worse value for money
    Top Chef TOPC416 has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (7.2 vs 7.4).
    7.2 vs 7.4
  • 3 fewer speed levels
    This stand mixer has fewer speed steps and larger jumps between speed settings than the average stand mixer (4 vs 7).
    4 vs 7
  • 16.7% smaller dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a smaller dough capacity than the average stand mixer (2 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    2 kg vs 2.4 kg
  • Does not have automatic shut-off
    This stand mixer does not include automatic shut-off (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Top Chef TOPC416

  • Solid material construction and structural stability during high-speed operation
  • Effective suction cups that keep the base firmly secured to the countertop
  • Efficient dough kneading and whisking performance across basic tasks
  • Narrow bowl bottom design that allows easy mixing of smaller ingredient quantities
  • Affordable price point offering great value for standard everyday baking

What customers don't like about Top Chef TOPC416

  • Limited speed versatility with only 4 adjustable settings available
  • Struggles or triggers overheat protection during prolonged, heavy-duty kneading cycles
  • Noticeable noise levels during operation, particularly at higher speeds
  • Occasional need to manually scrape down ingredients that cling to the sides of the bowl

Verdict

The Top Chef TOPC416 is a multifunctional professional stand mixer equipped with a powerful 1000-watt motor, a large 5.5-liter stainless steel bowl, and 4 speed settings controlled via an intuitive knob. Operating at 240 volts with a total weight of 4.8 kilograms, its main characteristics include an anti-splash cover and an essential attachment kit containing a whisk, a mixing hook, and a dough kneader. The core pros of this model are its robust performance for handling heavy baking tasks, a generous dishwasher-safe capacity ideal for large batches, and durable steel construction. However, notable cons include a limited 4-speed selection that provides less incremental texturing precision than other mixers, alongside a heavy build that restricts effortless kitchen portability.

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