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- Chef XL KVL4140 vs kMix KMX5
Kenwood Chef XL KVL4140 vs Kenwood kMix KMX5
What Chef XL KVL4140 does better (4) and where kMix KMX5 wins (2) — every spec side by side.
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8.6Power & capacity4.4
9.3Versatility9.7
8.2Controls & convenience8.1
Dimensions
Size comparison
Chef XL KVL4140kMix KMX5
| Chef XL KVL4140 | kMix KMX5 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 356 mm | 361 mm | −5 mm |
| Width | 380 mm | 349 mm | +31 mm |
| Depth | 285 mm | 223 mm | +62 mm |
| Weight | 13.5 kg | 8.1 kg | +5.4 kg |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is Chef XL KVL4140 better than kMix KMX5?
- Power1,200 W vs 500 W2.4×
- Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)6.7 l vs 5 l+34%
- Speed settings8 vs 6+33%
- Max. dough per batch5 kg vs 2.7 kg+85%
Why is kMix KMX5 better than Chef XL KVL4140?
- Number of accessories6 vs 9+50%
- Soft startNo · Chef XL KVL4140: Yes
Specifications
Side by side
| Power & capacity | ||
| Power | 1,200 W | 500 W |
| Capacity (bowl / basket / pot) | 6.7 l | 5 l |
| Speed settings | 8 | 6 |
| Max. dough per batch | 5 kg | 2.7 kg |
| Mixing & processing | ||
| Planetary mixing action | Yes | Yes |
| Mixer design | — | Tilt-head |
| Attachment hub (power outlet) | Yes | Yes |
| Pulse function | Yes | Yes |
| Soft start | No | Yes |
| Heating / cooking function | No | No |
| Bowl material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Attachments included | Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Patisserie set | Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Splash guard, Mincer, Spatula, Recipe book, Patisserie set |
| Number of accessories | 6 | 9 |
| Cooking modes | ||
| Functions | Knead, Whisk, Mix, Slice, Crush ice, Blend | Knead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Slice, Crush ice, Blend |
| Controls & smart | ||
| Display | None (dials / switches) | None (dials / switches) |
| Timer | No | No |
| Design & build | ||
| Dishwasher-safe parts | Yes | Yes |
| Non-stick coating | — | Yes |
| Housing | Metal | Aluminium |
| Cord length | 1.2 m | — |
| Cord storage | — | Yes |
| Weight | 13.5 kg | 8.1 kg |
| Width | 380 mm | 349 mm |
| Height | 356 mm | 361 mm |
| Depth | 285 mm | 223 mm |
| Colours | Silver | — |
| Series | Kenwood Chef XL | Kenwood kMix |
