Bosch MUM5 gebürstet vs Bosch MUM5XW40

What MUM5 gebürstet does better (1) and where MUM5XW40 wins (2) — every spec side by side.

8.8Score

1 advantage≈ US$440

Bosch · 2020MUM5XW40

9.1Score

2 advantages≈ US$380

Higher score

3.9Power & capacity4.5

9.7Versatility9.5

8.4Controls & convenience9.3

Why is MUM5 gebürstet better than MUM5XW40?

Specifications

Only differences	Bosch MUM5 gebürstet≈ US$4408.8	Bosch MUM5XW40≈ US$3809.1
Power & capacity
Power	1,000 W	1,000 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)	3.9 l	3.9 l
Speed settings	7	7
Max. dough per batch	2.7 kg	2.7 kg
Mixing & processing
Planetary mixing action	Yes	Yes
Mixer design	Lift arm (multi-position)	Lift arm (multi-position)
Attachment hub (power outlet)	No	No
Pulse function	Yes	Yes
Soft start	Yes	Yes
Built-in scale	—	Yes
Heating / cooking function	Yes	No
Blender jug	0.8 l	—
Bowl material	Stainless steel	Stainless steel
Attachments included	Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Food processor, Slicing discs, Recipe book, Patisserie set	Dough hook, Food processor, Slicing discs, Mincer, Citrus press, Scale
Number of accessories	11	15
Cooking modes
Functions	Knead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Slice, Crush ice, Blend, Cook	Knead, Mix, Crush ice, Blend, Weigh
Controls & smart
Timer	No	Yes
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe parts	Yes	Yes
Cord length	—	1.1 m
Cord storage	Yes	—
Weight	7.3 kg	8.7 kg
Width	—	280 mm
Height	—	282 mm
Depth	—	271 mm
Series	Bosch MUM 5	Bosch MUM 5