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- MUM5XW40 vs KVC3173
Bosch MUM5XW40 vs Kenwood KVC3173
What MUM5XW40 does better (4) and where KVC3173 wins (3) — every spec side by side.
Dimensions
Size comparison
MUM5XW40KVC3173
| MUM5XW40 | KVC3173 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 282 mm | 305 mm | −23 mm |
| Width | 280 mm | 380 mm | −100 mm |
| Depth | 271 mm | 285 mm | −14 mm |
| Weight | 8.7 kg | 11.7 kg | −3 kg |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is MUM5XW40 better than KVC3173?
- Number of accessories15 vs 72.1×
- Pulse functionYes · KVC3173: No
- Soft startYes · KVC3173: No
- TimerYes · KVC3173: No
Why is KVC3173 better than MUM5XW40?
- Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)3.9 l vs 4.6 l+18%
- Attachment hub (power outlet)No · MUM5XW40: Yes
- Speed settings7 vs 8+14%
Specifications
Side by side
| Power & capacity | ||
| Power | 1,000 W | 1,000 W |
| Capacity (bowl / basket / pot) | 3.9 l | 4.6 l |
| Speed settings | 7 | 8 |
| Max. dough per batch | 2.7 kg | 2.7 kg |
| Mixing & processing | ||
| Planetary mixing action | Yes | Yes |
| Mixer design | Lift arm (multi-position) | — |
| Attachment hub (power outlet) | No | Yes |
| Pulse function | Yes | No |
| Soft start | Yes | No |
| Built-in scale | Yes | — |
| Heating / cooking function | No | No |
| Bowl material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Attachments included | Dough hook, Food processor, Slicing discs, Mincer, Citrus press, Scale | Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Splash guard, Mincer, Patisserie set |
| Number of accessories | 15 | 7 |
| Cooking modes | ||
| Functions | Knead, Mix, Crush ice, Blend, Weigh | Knead, Whisk, Mix |
| Controls & smart | ||
| Timer | Yes | No |
| Design & build | ||
| Dishwasher-safe parts | Yes | Yes |
| Housing | — | Stainless steel |
| Cord length | 1.1 m | — |
| Weight | 8.7 kg | 11.7 kg |
| Width | 280 mm | 380 mm |
| Height | 282 mm | 305 mm |
| Depth | 271 mm | 285 mm |
| Colours | — | Silver |
| Series | Bosch MUM 5 | — |
