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Need a hand mixer?

Sherbear1 — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 02:44:55 GMT

I am trying to decide between a kitchen aid 7 speed or the cooks essential 5 speed. Any advice? TIA

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Annabellethecat66 — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 02:47:49 GMT

I have several hand mixers and the huge kitchen Aide bla bla bla. I use the hand mixer more than the big one. It's easy. Which one? Whichever one I can reach at the time.

They are all pretty good.

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stilltamn8r — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 02:50:45 GMT

Cannot speak to either of these models, but I DO have a Cuisinart which works like a charm after 12+ years.. I used to think they were disposable, went through one about every 2 years, till I found this one-

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Kachina624 — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 05:08:54 GMT

I have a little lightweight cheap GE hand mixer I got when I was married 50 years ago this September. It's made many a batch of heavy, thick cookie dough and is still going strong.

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RASHIKE — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 06:48:14 GMT

I have the KA 9 speed. Have owned for several years now. I would go with KA. I haven't been overly impressed with CE the last several years. I personally think their quality has dropped way off.

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kitty4me — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 07:06:45 GMT

I have this one and I really like it. http://www.brevilleusa.com/the-handy-mix.html I use it all the time. I also have a Kitchenaid Artisan 9 speed with a bag and attachments. I have only used the Breville and would buy another if I had too. I have had others though I am partial to my Breville.

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luvdoodles — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 10:18:04 GMT

I have the Kitchen Aid 9 speed and love it. Have had it for several years. I hardly ever pull my large mixer any more. Plus it came with some attachments.

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Campion — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 10:55:09 GMT

I'd actually recommend the Cuisinart. I got one as a present a few years ago and instantly gave away one I'd gotten from Q (a brand they no longer sell.) I like it so much, I ended up gifting other friends with it (pay it forward?) Really great attachments, so much so that I don't need a food processor for most chopping. I make a lot of soup, so it's very handy.

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faeriemoon — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 12:21:58 GMT

Another vote for the Cuisinart.

If you're still deciding between the two you mentioned, I'd go with the KitchenAid.

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SydneyH — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 15:12:23 GMT

I have one that has the Betty Crocker logo stamped on it. I bought at a Dollar Store about 5 or 6 years ago and I'd buy one again if the motor goes......

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Pook — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 15:26:28 GMT

I have them both and I also have the Kitchen Aid 9 speed which I like the best. I use mine a lot especially at Christmas when I bake about 400 dozen cookies. The cooks essential doesn't have the lowest speeds also. If it's just between the 2 you mentioned I would pick the Kitchen Aid. I always have at least 3 so my baking isn't disrupted. I've also had a Cuisinart and it was good but not as good as the 2 you mentioned. Don't go cheap as they don't last if you use it a lot plus not enough power.

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RocketMom — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 15:42:16 GMT

No comparison, KA! A few years ago I made the mistake of replacing my KA hand mixer that had been dropped with a different brand that was supposed to be very powerful, NOT! It was no comparison to my KA and I quickly got another 9 speed KA and gave my "new" one to a nephew for his first appartment.

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oceantown — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 16:37:56 GMT

I would go with the Kitchen Aid. I have the KA 5 speed.

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violann — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 16:56:20 GMT

I have a KA that was the TSV about 15 years ago. It is an amazing work horse, and I can't say enough good things about it. It is the Professional 9, and just does everything. Lots of company loyalty for this one!

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noapologies — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 18:18:55 GMT

I just bought that KA one, after going back and forth on a color I ended up just getting white but I don't think you can go wrong with this brand! good luck with your decision!

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PINKdogWOOD — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 19:44:38 GMT

Hands down, get the Kitchen Aid. This is a great one for the money. It's well worth the money b/c you get attachments all everything including the mixer itself fits in the SS bowl!!!

I actually bought this for my husband some years ago. He uses it all the time, loves it - this is our go-to.

Well, I just checked out the mixer you're talking about and this isn't the one I bought years ago. While mine was offered in only one color, I did get about 4 attachements AND all were tucked inside a beautiful stainless steel mixing bowl with a lid!!! LOVE this one but it's no longer offered apparently. It was less money too.

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lolakimono — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 19:45:34 GMT

I have this Hamilton Beach one, and the price has been reduced even more. It's under $20 (AKA $20 bill alert-) at Target. It gets great reviews.

Powerful Hamilton Beach® Hand Mixers focus on ergonomics and versatility. Handles are built with a comfortable grip in mind. Convenient snap-on storage cases keep attachments (and sometimes cords) together so you don't have to search for them each time. A variety of attachments are available with different hand mixers, from traditional beaters to wire beaters, whisks and milkshake attachments.

Hamilton Beach® Hand Mixer handles are designed for control and comfort, and the unique Bowl Rest™ feature allows the mixer to sit on the edge of the bowl to eliminate messy drips. A special QuickBurst™ button provides a quick boost of power and can be used for tough tasks at any speed.

Wattage Output: 275 Watts

Number of Speeds: 6

Appliance Capabilities: Whips, Mixes, Creams, Beats, Blends

Features: Bowl Rest, Beater Ejection Button, Cord Storage

Includes: Instruction Manual, Whisk, Standard Beaters, Storage Case

Material: Plastic, Metal

Finish: Glossy

Metal Finish: Stainless Steel

Care and Cleaning: Hand Wash, Dishwasher Safe Parts

Re: Need a hand mixer?

chickenbutt — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 20:24:38 GMT

On 6/12/2014 stilltamn8r said:
Cannot speak to either of these models, but I DO have a Cuisinart which works like a charm after 12+ years.. I used to think they were disposable, went through one about every 2 years, till I found this one-

Ditto that! I've had my Cuisinart hand mixer for even longer and it works like a champ.

If you're not totally married to the notion of getting the KA or CE one, this brand is an even better choice.