Kenwood Chef Elite KVC 5401S vs Kenwood Chef KVC3150

What Chef Elite KVC 5401S does better (2) and where Chef KVC3150 wins (3) — every spec side by side.

6.3Score

2 advantages≈ US$550

Kenwood · 2017Chef KVC3150

7.4Score

3 advantages≈ US$340

Higher score

6.3Power & capacity5.1

7.1Versatility9.7

5.0Controls & convenience2.9

Why is Chef Elite KVC 5401S better than Chef KVC3150?

Specifications

Only differences	Kenwood Chef Elite KVC 5401S≈ US$5506.3	Kenwood Chef KVC3150≈ US$3407.4
Power & capacity
Power	1,200 W	1,000 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)	4.6 l	4.6 l
Speed settings	8	8
Max. dough per batch	3 kg	2.7 kg
Mixing & processing
Planetary mixing action	No	Yes
Mixer design	Lift arm (multi-position)	—
Attachment hub (power outlet)	Yes	Yes
Pulse function	No	Yes
Soft start	Yes	Yes
Heating / cooking function	No	No
Bowl material	—	Stainless steel
Attachments included	Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Patisserie set	Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Splash guard, Food processor, Patisserie set
Number of accessories	5	7
Cooking modes
Functions	Knead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Crush ice, Blend	Knead, Whisk, Mix, Crush ice, Blend
Controls & smart
Display	—	None (dials / switches)
Timer	No	No
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe parts	No	No
Housing	—	Metal
Weight	—	11.7 kg
Width	—	380 mm
Height	—	305 mm
Depth	—	285 mm
Colours	Silver	Silver
Series	Kenwood Chef Elite	Kenwood Chef