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Bosch OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61 vs KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM156
What OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61 does better (4) and where Artisan 5KSM156 wins (4) — every spec side by side.
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7.9Power & capacity4.8
7.2Versatility5.3
6.1Controls & convenience6.5
Why is OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61 better than Artisan 5KSM156?
- Power1,500 W vs 300 W5×
- Number of accessories10 vs 110×
- Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)5.5 l vs 4.7 l+17%
- Pulse functionYes · Artisan 5KSM156: No
Why is Artisan 5KSM156 better than OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61?
- Planetary mixing actionNo · OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61: Yes
- Speed settings7 vs 10+43%
- Attachment hub (power outlet)No · OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61: Yes
- Max. dough per batch3 kg vs 3.2 kg+7%
Specifications
Side by side
| Power & capacity | ||
| Power | 1,500 W | 300 W |
| Capacity (bowl / basket / pot) | 5.5 l | 4.7 l |
| Speed settings | 7 | 10 |
| Top speed | — | 220 rpm |
| Max. dough per batch | 3 kg | 3.2 kg |
| Mixing & processing | ||
| Planetary mixing action | No | Yes |
| Mixer design | Lift arm (multi-position) | Tilt-head |
| Attachment hub (power outlet) | No | Yes |
| Pulse function | Yes | No |
| Soft start | No | No |
| Built-in scale | Yes | — |
| Heating / cooking function | No | No |
| Bowl material | — | Glass |
| Attachments included | Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Food processor, Slicing discs, Mincer, Scale, Patisserie set | Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Patisserie set |
| Number of accessories | 10 | 1 |
| Cooking modes | ||
| Functions | Knead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Slice, Crush ice, Blend, Weigh | Knead, Whisk, Mix, Blend |
| Controls & smart | ||
| Timer | No | No |
| Design & build | ||
| Dishwasher-safe parts | No | No |
| Housing | Metal | Die-cast metal |
| Cord length | — | 1.2 m |
| Cord storage | Yes | — |
| Weight | — | 10.5 kg |
| Width | — | 222 mm |
| Height | — | 353 mm |
| Depth | — | 359 mm |
| Colours | Silver | Red |
| Series | Bosch OptiMUM | KitchenAid Artisan |





