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Bosch OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61 vs KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM185

What OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61 does better (5) and where Artisan 5KSM185 wins (2) — every spec side by side.

Bosch OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61
Bosch · 2018OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61
8.0Score
5 advantages≈ US$1,350
Higher score
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KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM185
KitchenAid · 2018Artisan 5KSM185
7.3Score
2 advantages≈ US$540
7.9Power & capacity2.9
7.2Versatility7.6
6.1Controls & convenience9.3

Why is OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61 better than Artisan 5KSM185?

  1. Power1,500 W vs 300 W5×
  2. Number of accessories10 vs 6+67%
  3. Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)5.5 l vs 4.8 l+15%
  4. Pulse functionYes · Artisan 5KSM185: No
  5. Max. dough per batch3 kg vs 2 kg+50%

Why is Artisan 5KSM185 better than OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61?

  1. Planetary mixing actionNo · OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61: Yes
  2. Dishwasher-safe partsNo · OptiMUM MUM9BX5S61: Yes
Specifications

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Power & capacity
Power1,500 W300 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)5.5 l4.8 l
Speed settings7—
Top speed—220 rpm
Max. dough per batch3 kg2 kg
Mixing & processing
Planetary mixing actionNoYes
Mixer designLift arm (multi-position)Tilt-head
Attachment hub (power outlet)NoNo
Pulse functionYesNo
Soft startNoNo
Built-in scaleYes—
Heating / cooking functionNoNo
Bowl material—Stainless steel
Attachments includedWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Food processor, Slicing discs, Mincer, Scale, Patisserie setWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Splash guard, Second bowl, Patisserie set
Number of accessories106
Cooking modes
FunctionsKnead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Slice, Crush ice, Blend, WeighKnead, Whisk, Mix
Controls & smart
TimerNoNo
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe partsNoYes
HousingMetalAluminium
Cord length—1.4 m
Cord storageYes—
Weight—11 kg
Width—240 mm
Height—360 mm
Depth—370 mm
ColoursSilver—
SeriesBosch OptiMUMKitchenAid Artisan
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