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Kenwood Chef Elite KVC 5401S vs Kenwood Chef XL KVL4140

What Chef Elite KVC 5401S does better (1) and where Chef XL KVL4140 wins (6) — every spec side by side.

Kenwood Chef Elite KVC 5401S
Kenwood · 2017Chef Elite KVC 5401S
6.4Score
1 advantage≈ US$550
vs
Kenwood Chef XL KVL4140
Kenwood · 2017Chef XL KVL4140
9.5Score
6 advantages≈ US$450
Higher score
6.4Power & capacity8.6
7.0Versatility9.3
5.0Controls & convenience8.1

Why is Chef Elite KVC 5401S better than Chef XL KVL4140?

  1. Soft startYes · Chef XL KVL4140: No

Why is Chef XL KVL4140 better than Chef Elite KVC 5401S?

  1. Planetary mixing actionNo · Chef Elite KVC 5401S: Yes
  2. Dishwasher-safe partsNo · Chef Elite KVC 5401S: Yes
  3. Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)4.6 l vs 6.7 l+46%
  4. Pulse functionNo · Chef Elite KVC 5401S: Yes
  5. Number of accessories5 vs 6+20%
  6. Max. dough per batch3 kg vs 5 kg+67%
Specifications

Side by side

Power & capacity
Power1,200 W1,200 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)4.6 l6.7 l
Speed settings88
Max. dough per batch3 kg5 kg
Mixing & processing
Planetary mixing actionNoYes
Mixer designLift arm (multi-position)—
Attachment hub (power outlet)YesYes
Pulse functionNoYes
Soft startYesNo
Heating / cooking functionNoNo
Bowl material—Stainless steel
Attachments includedWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Patisserie setWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Patisserie set
Number of accessories56
Cooking modes
FunctionsKnead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Crush ice, BlendKnead, Whisk, Mix, Slice, Crush ice, Blend
Controls & smart
Display—None (dials / switches)
TimerNoNo
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe partsNoYes
Housing—Metal
Cord length—1.2 m
Weight—13.5 kg
Width—380 mm
Height—356 mm
Depth—285 mm
ColoursSilverSilver
SeriesKenwood Chef EliteKenwood Chef XL
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