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- Storio II vs Heavy Duty 5KSM55
ETA Storio II vs KitchenAid Heavy Duty 5KSM55
What Storio II does better (5) and where Heavy Duty 5KSM55 wins (4) — every spec side by side.
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6.8Power & capacity3.8
6.3Versatility7.9
8.6Controls & convenience8.4
Dimensions
Size comparison
Storio IIHeavy Duty 5KSM55
| Storio II | Heavy Duty 5KSM55 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 424 mm | 419 mm | +5 mm |
| Width | 326 mm | 287 mm | +39 mm |
| Depth | 596 mm | 371 mm | +225 mm |
| Weight | 10.8 kg | 12.7 kg | −1.9 kg |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is Storio II better than Heavy Duty 5KSM55?
- Power1,200 W vs 325 W3.7×
- Number of accessories6 vs 32×
- Pulse functionYes · Heavy Duty 5KSM55: No
- Speed settings12 vs 11+9%
- Cord length1.4 m vs 1.1 m+27%
Why is Heavy Duty 5KSM55 better than Storio II?
- Planetary mixing actionNo · Storio II: Yes
- Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)5 l vs 5.2 l+4%
- Attachment hub (power outlet)No · Storio II: Yes
- Soft startNo · Storio II: Yes
Specifications
Side by side
| Power & capacity | ||
| Power | 1,200 W | 325 W |
| Capacity (bowl / basket / pot) | 5 l | 5.2 l |
| Speed settings | 12 | 11 |
| Max. dough per batch | — | 0.5 kg |
| Mixing & processing | ||
| Planetary mixing action | No | Yes |
| Mixer design | — | Bowl-lift |
| Attachment hub (power outlet) | No | Yes |
| Pulse function | Yes | No |
| Soft start | No | Yes |
| Heating / cooking function | No | No |
| Bowl material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Attachments included | Whisk, Dough hook, Slicing discs, Mincer | Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater |
| Number of accessories | 6 | 3 |
| Cooking modes | ||
| Functions | Knead, Whisk, Mix, Slice | Knead, Whisk, Mix |
| Controls & smart | ||
| Display | None (dials / switches) | — |
| Timer | No | No |
| Design & build | ||
| Dishwasher-safe parts | Yes | Yes |
| Housing | Aluminium | Die-cast metal |
| Cord length | 1.4 m | 1.1 m |
| Weight | 10.8 kg | 12.7 kg |
| Width | 326 mm | 287 mm |
| Height | 424 mm | 419 mm |
| Depth | 596 mm | 371 mm |
