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Kenwood Chef Elite KVC 5401S vs Kenwood KVL 4220.S

What Chef Elite KVC 5401S does better (2) and where KVL 4220.S wins (4) — every spec side by side.

Kenwood Chef Elite KVC 5401S
Kenwood · 2017Chef Elite KVC 5401S
6.4Score
2 advantages≈ US$550
vs
Kenwood KVL 4220.S
Kenwood · 2018KVL 4220.S
8.4Score
4 advantages≈ US$520
Higher score
6.3Power & capacity7.1
7.2Versatility9.5
5.1Controls & convenience5.1

Why is Chef Elite KVC 5401S better than KVL 4220.S?

  1. Speed settings8 vs 6+33%
  2. Soft startYes · KVL 4220.S: No

Why is KVL 4220.S better than Chef Elite KVC 5401S?

  1. Planetary mixing actionNo · Chef Elite KVC 5401S: Yes
  2. Number of accessories5 vs 102×
  3. Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)4.6 l vs 6.7 l+46%
  4. Pulse functionNo · Chef Elite KVC 5401S: Yes
Specifications

Side by side

Kenwood KVL 4220.SKenwood KVL 4220.S≈ US$5208.4
Power & capacity
Power1,200 W1,200 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)4.6 l6.7 l
Speed settings86
Max. dough per batch3 kg—
Mixing & processing
Planetary mixing actionNoYes
Mixer designLift arm (multi-position)—
Attachment hub (power outlet)Yes—
Pulse functionNoYes
Soft startYesNo
Heating / cooking functionNoNo
Bowl material—Stainless steel
Attachments includedWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Patisserie setWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Splash guard, Food processor, Mincer, Patisserie set
Number of accessories510
Cooking modes
FunctionsKnead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Crush ice, BlendKnead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Slice, Crush ice, Blend
Controls & smart
TimerNoNo
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe partsNoNo
Housing—Metal
ColoursSilverSilver
SeriesKenwood Chef Elite—
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