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- KVL4100 vs Heavy Duty 5KSM55
Kenwood KVL4100 vs KitchenAid Heavy Duty 5KSM55
What KVL4100 does better (5) and where Heavy Duty 5KSM55 wins (4) — every spec side by side.
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6.4Power & capacity3.8
7.2Versatility8.0
2.9Controls & convenience8.4
Dimensions
Size comparison
KVL4100Heavy Duty 5KSM55
| KVL4100 | Heavy Duty 5KSM55 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 472 mm | 419 mm | +53 mm |
| Width | 490 mm | 287 mm | +203 mm |
| Depth | 305 mm | 371 mm | −66 mm |
| Weight | 9.4 kg | 12.7 kg | −3.3 kg |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is KVL4100 better than Heavy Duty 5KSM55?
- Power1,200 W vs 325 W3.7×
- Number of accessories7 vs 32.3×
- Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)6.7 l vs 5.2 l+29%
- Max. dough per batch2.4 kg vs 0.5 kg4.8×
- Pulse functionYes · Heavy Duty 5KSM55: No
Why is Heavy Duty 5KSM55 better than KVL4100?
- Planetary mixing actionNo · KVL4100: Yes
- Dishwasher-safe partsNo · KVL4100: Yes
- Speed settings6 vs 11+83%
- Soft startNo · KVL4100: Yes
Specifications
Side by side
| Power & capacity | ||
| Power | 1,200 W | 325 W |
| Capacity (bowl / basket / pot) | 6.7 l | 5.2 l |
| Speed settings | 6 | 11 |
| Max. dough per batch | 2.4 kg | 0.5 kg |
| Mixing & processing | ||
| Planetary mixing action | No | Yes |
| Mixer design | — | Bowl-lift |
| Attachment hub (power outlet) | — | 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, Flat beater, Splash guard, Spatula, Recipe book, Patisserie set | Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater |
| Number of accessories | 7 | 3 |
| Cooking modes | ||
| Functions | Knead, Whisk, Mix | Knead, Whisk, Mix |
| Controls & smart | ||
| Display | None (dials / switches) | — |
| Timer | No | No |
| Design & build | ||
| Dishwasher-safe parts | No | Yes |
| Housing | Metal | Die-cast metal |
| Cord length | — | 1.1 m |
| Weight | 9.4 kg | 12.7 kg |
| Width | 490 mm | 287 mm |
| Height | 472 mm | 419 mm |
| Depth | 305 mm | 371 mm |
| Series | Kenwood Chef XL | — |
