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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.

Bosch OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61
Bosch · 2018OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61
8.0Score
4 advantages≈ US$1,350
Higher score
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KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM156
KitchenAid · 2015Artisan 5KSM156
5.4Score
4 advantages≈ US$1,000
7.9Power & capacity4.8
7.2Versatility5.3
6.1Controls & convenience6.5

Why is OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61 better than Artisan 5KSM156?

  1. Power1,500 W vs 300 W5×
  2. Number of accessories10 vs 110×
  3. Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)5.5 l vs 4.7 l+17%
  4. Pulse functionYes · Artisan 5KSM156: No

Why is Artisan 5KSM156 better than OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61?

  1. Planetary mixing actionNo · OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61: Yes
  2. Speed settings7 vs 10+43%
  3. Attachment hub (power outlet)No · OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61: Yes
  4. Max. dough per batch3 kg vs 3.2 kg+7%
Specifications

Side by side

Power & capacity
Power1,500 W300 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)5.5 l4.7 l
Speed settings710
Top speed—220 rpm
Max. dough per batch3 kg3.2 kg
Mixing & processing
Planetary mixing actionNoYes
Mixer designLift arm (multi-position)Tilt-head
Attachment hub (power outlet)NoYes
Pulse functionYesNo
Soft startNoNo
Built-in scaleYes—
Heating / cooking functionNoNo
Bowl material—Glass
Attachments includedWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Food processor, Slicing discs, Mincer, Scale, Patisserie setWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Patisserie set
Number of accessories101
Cooking modes
FunctionsKnead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Slice, Crush ice, Blend, WeighKnead, Whisk, Mix, Blend
Controls & smart
TimerNoNo
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe partsNoNo
HousingMetalDie-cast metal
Cord length—1.2 m
Cord storageYes—
Weight—10.5 kg
Width—222 mm
Height—353 mm
Depth—359 mm
ColoursSilverRed
SeriesBosch OptiMUMKitchenAid Artisan
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