HomeStand MixersKenwood Chef XL vs KitchenAid Mini 3.5-Quart

Kenwood Chef XL vs KitchenAid Mini 3.5-Quart

Kenwood's $499 model meets KitchenAid's $379 model. We tally wins category by category, then call a verdict.

Our recommendation

Specs are roughly tied (2–2). At $379, the KitchenAid Mini 3.5-Quart is the value pick.

Kenwood Chef XL: 2 category wins KitchenAid Mini 3.5-Quart: 2 category wins

Side by side

 

Kenwood Chef XL

$499

KitchenAid Mini 3.5-Quart

$379
Bowl capacity
6.7 qtWin
3.5 qt
Motor
1,200 WWin
250 W
Speeds
8
10Win
Included attachments
K-beater, Spiral dough hook, Balloon whisk
Flat beater, Dough hook, Wire whip
Attachment hub
Yes
Yes
Bowl material
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
Lift type
Bowl-lift
Tilt-head
Dimensions
39 × 28 × 36 cm
31 × 19 × 32 cm
Weight
9.3 kg
7.7 kgWin
Colours
Silver, Black, Cream
Matte Black, Empire Red, Ice Blue, Guava Glaze

Kenwood Chef XL

A 1200-watt powerhouse with a huge 6.7-quart bowl and vast attachment range.

KitchenAid Mini 3.5-Quart

All the KitchenAid charm in a 20% smaller, lighter package for tight kitchens.

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