The Verdict
The KitchenAid 5 Speed Hand Mixer in Ice Blue is a compact, reliable kitchen staple designed to handle everything from gentle folding of ingredients to high-speed whipping. It offers the essential power and control needed for everyday tasks, making it a dependable choice for any home baker.
Why We Love It (Key Features)
- Versatile 5-Speed Settings: Whether you are slowly incorporating chocolate chips into cookie dough on speed one or whipping airy meringues on speed five, you have the precise control needed for any recipe consistency.
- Lockable Swivel Cord: The cord can be locked into either the left or right side of the mixer, allowing you to approach your mixing bowl from any angle without getting tangled.
- Turbo Beater Accessories: The stainless steel Turbo Beater II attachments are built to thoroughly mix heavy ingredients and are completely dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup.
- Single-Handed Ejector Button: You can quickly and easily remove the beaters after mixing with the simple press of a button, keeping your other hand free.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Includes high-quality, dishwasher-safe stainless steel Turbo Beater II accessories.
- User-friendly design with a convenient cord management system and easy eject button.
- Available in an attractive Ice Blue finish that stands out on the countertop.
Cons:
- Requires a nearby power outlet due to the corded design.
- Lacks the advanced attachments found on higher-tier models, such as dough hooks or a blending rod.
Who Should Buy This?
This mixer is the perfect choice for the home cook who values efficiency and reliability for everyday kitchen tasks. If you frequently make cookie dough, mashed potatoes, or whipped cream and want a straightforward, compact tool that is easy to store and clean, this model fits perfectly into your routine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this 5 speed hand mixer prevent ingredients from splattering?
Yes, the mixer features a Soft Start feature that brings the beaters up to your selected speed gradually to help keep your ingredients inside the bowl.
Can I clean the beaters in the dishwasher?
Absolutely. The included stainless steel Turbo Beater II accessories are designed to be dishwasher-safe for quick and easy cleaning after you are finished cooking.
Is the cord long or cumbersome to use?
The mixer uses a lockable swivel cord that you can set to either the left or right side, ensuring it stays out of your way while you work, and the round cord is easy to wipe clean after use.
4.0 out of 5 stars Great hand mixer I normally used a stand mixer in the past but this demanded a lot of counter space as well as moving a heavy piece of equipment to do my mixing. In the interest of space and ease of cleaning I decided to purchase a hand mixer.I’ve now used this hand mixer to make a large variety of baked goods, from muffins, to cakes, some frosting and even bread.The mixer has a great number of speeds which is perfect for not flinging ingredients all over your counters. Additionally the interface to change the speeds is easy to use and very intuitive which is wonderful for times where you may want to start the mixing slow but then speed it up after the ingredients have begun to be incorporated with one and other.The mixer also came with a lot of attachments out of the box, the beaters are great for batters and frostings. However I was pleasantly surprised to see a pair of dough hooks and a whisk.I haven’t used the whisk yet but the dough hooks! let me tell you what, I never expected a hand mixer to be able to handle dough as well as this thing does. Such a small tool was able to handle enough dough for me to make two pizzas without even having to break out a stand mixer or manually knead at all.Lastly the hand mixer also came with some nice add-ons like a bag that’s able to hold all the attachments which will certainly help with not misplacing them.. or at least keeping them together so you’re not digging through drawers for one of the two beaters. There is also a great rubber strap on the cord for the hand mixer which helps hold the cord in a shortened bundled state rather than completely uncoiled.I would highly recommend this product based on my experience for it’s easy of cleaning, the power it’s able to produce, how easy it is to operate, and the versatility with the attachment’s that came with it.Variation: Color: Velvet BueSize: 5 Speed
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Quality You can’t go wrong with Kitchenaid. I bought this as a gift for the mother of a friend of mine to replace her Black and Decker. She absolutely loves it. It starts very gently and smoothly accelerates as you take it through the higher settings. The beater ejection makes it easy to undo the attachments without making a huge mess if you’re mixing something slimy. She uses it all the time, and it’s very quiet and durable. It’s also about the size as most other hand mixers, so it’s easy to store it. And she loves the color.Variation: Color: PistachioSize: 5 Speed
5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful little mixer and quiet too! This mixer is a great value. After trying several other brands I found my way back to kitchenAid. I purchased this for my vacation VRBO home and it’s exactly what I wanted. I love the blueish gray color to match my decor and most importantly it is a very well built mixer. Has plenty of power and is easy to use. It’s also very quiet, I hate those loud whining mixers that you can’t even carry on a conversation over. I highly recommend this product.Variation: Color: Ink BlueSize: 5 Speed
5.0 out of 5 stars Quiet, lightweight overall great product. I love this Kitchenaid mixer. The 5 speeds are great for all levels of mixing, but my favorite is the lowest speed which is very gentle and prevents spattering of ingredients which was a big problem with my old hand mixer. I also appreciate that it’s very quiet. The beaters pop out easily too. I highly recommend this Kitchenaid model especially for those of us who have shoulder problems or some weakness in the hands because it’s lightweight & very easy to use.Variation: Color: Contour SilverSize: 5 Speed
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this Easy to use, great quality and mixing, doesn’t make a mess and compact easy to clean and storedVariation: Color: Aqua SkySize: 5 Speed
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it. works great, mixes well, and color matches kitchen. Great value for the price.Variation: Color: Ink BlueSize: 5 Speed
5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE for baking Works great! Easy to use and easy to clean. Not too big for storage!Variation: Color: Onyx BlackSize: 5 Speed
5.0 out of 5 stars Great mixer This mixer is so quiet and so strongVariation: Color: Empire RedSize: 5 Speed