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Bosch OptiMUM MUM9DX5S31 vs KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM156

What OptiMUM MUM9DX5S31 does better (5) and where Artisan 5KSM156 wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Bosch OptiMUM MUM9DX5S31
Bosch · 2016OptiMUM MUM9DX5S31
9.3Score
5 advantages≈ US$650
Higher score
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KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM156
KitchenAid · 2015Artisan 5KSM156
5.4Score
0 advantages≈ US$1,000
8.5Power & capacity4.8
8.8Versatility5.3
7.8Controls & convenience6.5

Why is OptiMUM MUM9DX5S31 better than Artisan 5KSM156?

  1. Power1,500 W vs 300 W5×
  2. Number of accessories7 vs 17×
  3. Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)5.5 l vs 4.7 l+17%
  4. TimerYes · Artisan 5KSM156: No
  5. Max. dough per batch3.5 kg vs 3.2 kg+9%

Why is Artisan 5KSM156 better than OptiMUM MUM9DX5S31?

Artisan 5KSM156 has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

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Power & capacity
Power1,500 W300 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)5.5 l4.7 l
Speed settings—10
Top speed—220 rpm
Max. dough per batch3.5 kg3.2 kg
Mixing & processing
Planetary mixing actionYesYes
Mixer design—Tilt-head
Attachment hub (power outlet)YesYes
Pulse functionNoNo
Soft startNoNo
Built-in scaleYes—
Heating / cooking functionNoNo
Bowl materialStainless steelGlass
Attachments includedWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Food processor, Slicing discs, Patisserie setWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Patisserie set
Number of accessories71
Cooking modes
FunctionsKnead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Slice, Blend, WeighKnead, Whisk, Mix, Blend
Controls & smart
DisplayLCD—
TimerYesNo
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe partsNoNo
HousingMetalDie-cast metal
Cord length—1.2 m
Weight—10.5 kg
Width—222 mm
Height—353 mm
Depth—359 mm
ColoursSilverRed
SeriesBosch OptiMUMKitchenAid Artisan
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