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Bosch OptiMUM MUM9DX5S31 vs Kenwood Chef XL KVL4140

What OptiMUM MUM9DX5S31 does better (4) and where Chef XL KVL4140 wins (4) — every spec side by side.

Bosch OptiMUM MUM9DX5S31
Bosch · 2016OptiMUM MUM9DX5S31
9.3Score
4 advantages≈ US$650
vs
Kenwood Chef XL KVL4140
Kenwood · 2017Chef XL KVL4140
9.5Score
4 advantages≈ US$450
Higher score
8.5Power & capacity8.6
8.8Versatility9.3
7.8Controls & convenience8.2

Why is OptiMUM MUM9DX5S31 better than Chef XL KVL4140?

  1. Power1,500 W vs 1,200 W+25%
  2. DisplayLCD vs None (dials / switches)
  3. TimerYes · Chef XL KVL4140: No
  4. Number of accessories7 vs 6+17%

Why is Chef XL KVL4140 better than OptiMUM MUM9DX5S31?

  1. Dishwasher-safe partsNo · OptiMUM MUM9DX5S31: Yes
  2. Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)5.5 l vs 6.7 l+22%
  3. Pulse functionNo · OptiMUM MUM9DX5S31: Yes
  4. Max. dough per batch3.5 kg vs 5 kg+43%
Specifications

Side by side

Power & capacity
Power1,500 W1,200 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)5.5 l6.7 l
Speed settings—8
Max. dough per batch3.5 kg5 kg
Mixing & processing
Planetary mixing actionYesYes
Attachment hub (power outlet)YesYes
Pulse functionNoYes
Soft startNoNo
Built-in scaleYes—
Heating / cooking functionNoNo
Bowl materialStainless steelStainless steel
Attachments includedWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Food processor, Slicing discs, Patisserie setWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Patisserie set
Number of accessories76
Cooking modes
FunctionsKnead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Slice, Blend, WeighKnead, Whisk, Mix, Slice, Crush ice, Blend
Controls & smart
DisplayLCDNone (dials / switches)
TimerYesNo
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe partsNoYes
HousingMetalMetal
Cord length—1.2 m
Weight—13.5 kg
Width—380 mm
Height—356 mm
Depth—285 mm
ColoursSilverSilver
SeriesBosch OptiMUMKenwood Chef XL
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