Bosch OptiMUM MUM9B34S27 vs Kenwood KVL85

What OptiMUM MUM9B34S27 does better (2) and where KVL85 wins (4) — every spec side by side.

8.3Score

2 advantages≈ US$720

Kenwood · 2021KVL85

9.5Score

4 advantages≈ US$510

Higher score

7.9Power & capacity7.5

8.6Versatility9.5

5.0Controls & convenience8.7

Why is OptiMUM MUM9B34S27 better than KVL85?

Specifications

Only differences	Bosch OptiMUM MUM9B34S27≈ US$7208.3	Kenwood KVL85≈ US$5109.5
Power & capacity
Power	1,400 W	1,200 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)	5.5 l	7 l
Speed settings	7	—
Max. dough per batch	3.5 kg	2.6 kg
Mixing & processing
Planetary mixing action	Yes	Yes
Attachment hub (power outlet)	—	Yes
Pulse function	Yes	Yes
Soft start	No	No
Built-in scale	—	Yes
Heating / cooking function	No	No
Bowl material	Stainless steel	Stainless steel
Attachments included	Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Patisserie set	Whisk, Dough hook, Splash guard, Second bowl, Food processor, Mincer, Spatula, Scale
Number of accessories	5	10
Cooking modes
Functions	Knead, Whisk, Mix	Knead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Slice, Blend, Weigh
Controls & smart
Display	—	LCD
Timer	No	Yes
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe parts	No	Yes
Housing	—	Metal
Cord length	—	1 m
Weight	—	24 kg
Width	—	370 mm
Height	—	400 mm
Depth	—	230 mm
Colours	Silver	Silver
Series	Bosch OptiMUM	—