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Bosch stand mixer

PAX — Fri, 19 Sep 2014 20:02:03 GMT

I am thinking about getting a new stand mixer to replace my very, very old one. The reviews I've read on Amazon aren't too kind to the KitchenAid so I looked further and found a Bosch mixer that got great reviews. It is, however, somewhat pricey.

Anyone here have a Bosch? If so, in your opinion, is it worth the extra $'s? Are there any attachments you bought that you now think are a waste of money? Any input would be appreciated. TIA

Re: Bosch stand mixer

chickenbutt — Fri, 19 Sep 2014 20:57:54 GMT

KitchenAid just isn't at all what it used to be. For that reason, if I WERE in the market for a stand mixer (I honestly have no need for one), I would choose either Bosch or Viking.

Re: Bosch stand mixer

KYToby — Fri, 19 Sep 2014 21:21:15 GMT

I looked at the Bosch and decided upon the Ankarsrum (aka Electrolux, aka Magic Mill, aka DLX) which I prefer as it has a better motor and bowl. These mixers' strength is in making large quantities' of break. For cakes and quick breads, the higher-end KA remains the best (I have three I use for almost everything but bread and triple batches of cookie dough).

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SharkE — Sat, 20 Sep 2014 00:15:27 GMT

I like my Cuisinart bought at Bed and Bath with a 20% off coupon. Kitchen Aids are pretty, but, sold mine for 100. LOL

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kitty60 — Sat, 20 Sep 2014 01:08:58 GMT

My KA is almost 40 years old, don't know what I'll do if it dies. Nothing is made to last anymore. Back then I purchased to replace the KA from my MIL that had to be that old.

Re: Bosch stand mixer

debic — Sat, 20 Sep 2014 13:43:20 GMT

Bosch is a pretty well known brand for quality. I saw a mixer of some sort at Costco the other day. Didn't stop and check it out as I have too much stuff now.

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jaxs mom — Sat, 20 Sep 2014 13:48:16 GMT

I haven't heard any complaints from Bosch users but like KYToby I chose the Ankarsum. It's an incredible mixer. I use mine for everything I bake.

Re: Bosch stand mixer

debic — Sat, 20 Sep 2014 14:02:06 GMT

On 9/20/2014 jaxs mom said:
I haven't heard any complaints from Bosch users but like KYToby I chose the Ankarsum. It's an incredible mixer. I use mine for everything I bake.

My wheat grinder and dehydrator are both Magic Mill and I've had them for over 20 years so even tho the name's been changed I'll assume they're quality products.

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jaxs mom — Sat, 20 Sep 2014 14:14:20 GMT

The names are confusing because there has been stand alone grain mills with the name magic mill that are not manufactured by the same company in Sweden as makes the DLX/Magic Mill/Assistent/Ankarsrum mixer. I'm not familiar with the dehydrator by that name. The issue is the mixers importer into the US have changed the name. It's just called the Assistent in Europe and I'm only aware of them making attachments for the mixer not stand alone appliances but I'm not an expert on it.

Re: Bosch stand mixer

Poodlepet2 — Sat, 20 Sep 2014 14:21:06 GMT

On the advice of Consumer Reports, when we replaced our primary residence appliances ( range, dishwasher, side by side fridge), we went with Bosch. Long story short, I am on a first name basis with the repairman and the service dept where we bought the appliances from. I'm glad we took out extended warranties. The only appliance that has given me minimal trouble is the range and when we renovate the kitchen in our weekend place, we will buy another one because it is so well insulated. I don't know about the Bosch small appliances, other than they have a high price tag: to be on the safe side, I would get an extended warranty. I used to think extended warranties were a waste of money, but thanks to Bosch, I don't anymore. Poodlepet

Re: Bosch stand mixer

debic — Sat, 20 Sep 2014 14:39:03 GMT

On 9/20/2014 Poodlepet said: On the advice of Consumer Reports, when we replaced our primary residence appliances ( range, dishwasher, side by side fridge), we went with Bosch. Long story short, I am on a first name basis with the repairman and the service dept where we bought the appliances from. I'm glad we took out extended warranties. The only appliance that has given me minimal trouble is the range and when we renovate the kitchen in our weekend place, we will buy another one because it is so well insulated. I don't know about the Bosch small appliances, other than they have a high price tag: to be on the safe side, I would get an extended warranty. I used to think extended warranties were a waste of money, but thanks to Bosch, I don't anymore. Poodlepet

That's a bummer. Maybe some companies shouldn't try and do everything? I'm not a brand loyal kind of person for that reason.

Consumer reports has steered me wrong on several occasions. I've always figured they were bought and paid for.

Re: Bosch stand mixer

Poodlepet2 — Sun, 21 Sep 2014 00:58:30 GMT

You know DebC, that's the problem....how do you gauge anything anymore? It is frustrating beyond belief.... Poodlepet

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Tigriss — Sun, 21 Sep 2014 01:47:39 GMT

Appliances are not made to last more than 5 years now, so that they can replace them more frequently for profit. That is all that it is. My Amana washer/dryer are 14 years old and still running, while my sister has been through her Samsung washer and dishwasher. The washer was serviced 3 times and has had 2 motors and a wash tub. It was one of those fancy front loaders. That service work was done on her second replacement from Lowe's. The first leaked like a sieve. Lowe's ended up giving her cash credit for it to buy another one. She got a GE traditional washing machine. Her Samsung dishwasher had two motors and was replaced with a credit as well. She got a Bosh. The Bosh is great and quite. Mine is 16 years old and missing the knob but works.

Re: Bosch stand mixer

debic — Sun, 21 Sep 2014 12:16:01 GMT

On 9/20/2014 Poodlepet said: You know DebC, that's the problem....how do you gauge anything anymore? It is frustrating beyond belief.... Poodlepet

I know, I guess word of mouth. I know reviews are so off the wall I wonder if I bought the same product sometime.

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debic — Sun, 21 Sep 2014 12:26:15 GMT

On 9/20/2014 tigriss said:
Appliances are not made to last more than 5 years now, so that they can replace them more frequently for profit. That is all that it is. My Amana washer/dryer are 14 years old and still running, while my sister has been through her Samsung washer and dishwasher. The washer was serviced 3 times and has had 2 motors and a wash tub. It was one of those fancy front loaders. That service work was done on her second replacement from Lowe's. The first leaked like a sieve. Lowe's ended up giving her cash credit for it to buy another one. She got a GE traditional washing machine. Her Samsung dishwasher had two motors and was replaced with a credit as well. She got a Bosh. The Bosh is great and quite. Mine is 16 years old and missing the knob but works.

Ugh, our 17 year old washing machine died this week, we dread finding another we like. It was a Kenmore, the dryer is a Whirlpool so we'll see what we come up with.

Re: Bosch stand mixer

Lacey1 — Sun, 21 Sep 2014 14:47:58 GMT

On 9/21/2014 debc said:
On 9/20/2014 tigriss said:
Appliances are not made to last more than 5 years now, so that they can replace them more frequently for profit. That is all that it is. My Amana washer/dryer are 14 years old and still running, while my sister has been through her Samsung washer and dishwasher. The washer was serviced 3 times and has had 2 motors and a wash tub. It was one of those fancy front loaders. That service work was done on her second replacement from Lowe's. The first leaked like a sieve. Lowe's ended up giving her cash credit for it to buy another one. She got a GE traditional washing machine. Her Samsung dishwasher had two motors and was replaced with a credit as well. She got a Bosh. The Bosh is great and quite. Mine is 16 years old and missing the knob but works.

Ugh, our 17 year old washing machine died this week, we dread finding another we like. It was a Kenmore, the dryer is a Whirlpool so we'll see what we come up with.

My ancient Magic Chef gas stove died several years ago, as well as my old Maytag dryer. I went shopping for new appliances and couldn't believe the cheap quality and high prices. Came home, Googled it and fixed them myself. These older appliances are designed to be repaired. Spare parts are available.