The Best Hand Mixers (Review) in 2020

KitchenAid are a famous name in the food processing world, and they have certainly put their expertise to good use while making this hand mixer. The device features nine different speed setting, allowing you to successfully combine an extensive list of ingredients, from butter and sugar to bread doughs.

Each mixer comes with four different attachments: a pair of standard multi-purpose beaters, a whisk, a pair of dough hooks, and a blending rod. The tool also features soft start technology, which brings beaters up to speed gradually to prevent that perennial problem of splattering. A lockable swivel cord makes it easy to approach your ingredients from any angle, while a simple and easy to use ejection mechanism allows you to remove and replace beaters in a matter of seconds. Each KitchenAid food mixer also includes a one year warranty, so you can rest assured it’s built to last.

The next hand mixer to earn itself a spot on our list is made by Breville. This surprisingly futuristic mixer features ‘Beater IQ’ technology, which can automatically detect the type of attachment being used, and automatically adjust the beating speed to the optimum range for this tool.

The mixer is built around a powerful but quiet 240-watt DC motor, delivering nine speed settings to thoroughly mix the ingredients at hand. Included with the mixer are three attachments: a pair of whisks, a pair of dough hooks, and a pair of multi-purpose quiet scraper beaters, designed to minimise clanging when contact is made with the side of the bowl. Along with these accessories, the tool includes a few more handy features. A count-up timer makes it easier to follow recipes with precise mixing times, while a built-in light makes it easier to see your ingredients as they undergo the mixing process.

Filling the fourth spot on our list is this Cuisinart handheld mixer, featuring nine speed options and a wide range of accessories. Its 220-watt motor offers nine different speed settings, giving you all the torque you need to mix just about anything. The one touch speed control makes it easy to change between settings, while the mixer’s BPA-free plastic makes it totally food safe.

Tree slow starting speeds help prevent splattering, too, so you’ll never have to worry about ingredients jumping out of the bowl again. Every mixer includes a set of beaters, a chef’s whisk, a pair of dough hooks, and a spatula. All of these handy accessories can be stored within the handy case included, making it easy to fit in your cupboard. It’s a great option for everyone from amateur to professional chefs, and even comes with a book of recipes to get you started.

Next on our list of hand mixer reviews, is this budget-friendly but durable mixer by Oster. The 250-watt motor offers five different speeds, perfect for combining almost any ingredients. The mixer also features a ‘burst of power’ button, to help get you started on more viscous mixtures.

The mixer includes its own set of multi-purpose beaters, dough hooks, and a whisk, as well as a retractable cord and storage compartment, making compact to keep around. Users say the mixer is easy to use and durable. Its works well on a wide variety of ingredients, and doesn’t get hot even during longer periods of use. During these longer mixing sessions, some customers did find the mixer a little heavy, though.

This Hamilton Beach hand mixer is the next device to make it onto our list. It features a powerful, 290-watt motor, capable of delivering six different speeds. It’s suitable for all sorts of ingredients, thanks to a wide variety of attachments. A pair of twisted wire beaters, milkshake maker, dough hooks, and whisk, can all be stored within the mixer’s compact snap-on storage case.

As well as offering six different speeds, the mixer also has a pulse setting, perfect for bringing whipped cream and meringue to the perfect consistency without over-whisking. The convenient eject trigger makes it quick and simple to remove attachments, while a built-in bowl rest makes it easy to add ingredients to your bowl hands-free. Overall, it’s a versatile mixer packed with handy features – for under $40, you can’t go wrong.

Item number six on our list is another KitchenAid hand mixer. This simple and fun design is available in 14 bright colors, allowing it to blend in with virtually any kitchen interior. The mixer features five different speed setting, making it ideal for everything from slow stirring to whipping. The power cord can be locked into position on either the left, or the right hand side, allowing you to approach your ingredients from any angle.

The mixer includes a set of multi-purpose wire beaters, a pair of dough hooks, and a milkshake maker, making it versatile enough for a huge variety of mixing needs. All of these attachments are dishwasher safe, for easy cleaning, and can be quickly released from the mixer with the touch of a button. Like all KitchenAid products, this mixer comes with a one year warranty, so you know it’s built to last. Users say the mixer is easy to use, lightweight, and surprisingly quiet.

Making their second appearance on our list is Oster, with their powerful 270-watt, seven speed mixer. This handy tool features Oster’s Heat Soft technology, designed to soften butter as you mix it, saving you a lot of time waiting around for ingredients such as butter to soften. In fact, the mixer softens butter up to 12 times faster than leaving it to warm up naturally.

Like all of Oster’s quality mixers, this model also includes a boost button, giving you an extra burst of power when you need it with just a touch. Each mixer includes a variety of attachments: wire beaters, dough hooks, and a whisk, allowing you to tackle a whole range of baking projects. The beaters can be ejected with the touch of a button, and are totally dishwasher safe. Finally, the mixer is designed for easy storage – a compact clip-on case holds all your attachments with ease.

Another electric mixer to catch our attention is this 10 speed option by KRUPS. Alongside its different speed settings, the mixer also features a turbo boost button, providing you with an extra burst of power when you need it – all at a surprisingly quiet decibel.

Each mixer includes a wide range of accessories, suitable for many different baking tasks. Silicone coated wire beaters thoroughly mix the ingredients without clanging against the side of the bowl, dough hooks are ideal for easy kneading, and a whisk attachment is great for whipping cream and making meringues. A handy count-up timer with a built-in pause function makes it easy to keep track of mixing times, preventing over-whisking. The mixer is easy to store, too, thanks to a compact case. 

Although they’re better known for hammers and drills, Black & Decker have also turned their mechanical expertise towards high quality kitchen equipment. This budget-friendly mixer offers five different mixing speeds, as well as a turbo boost to give you a little extra power when you need it.

It’s easy to use, too, thanks to a lightweight design, and ergonomic grip. Between bouts of mixing, you’ll be able to rest the mixer upright on the counter or the edge of the bowl, preventing messy patches on your worksurfaces. The wire beaters included with every mixer are versatile and dishwasher safe. They can be ejected from the mixer with the simple push of a button. Users love the lightweight design, which makes the mixer easy to use even for extended periods of time. It’s also excellent value for money, offering everything you need for basic baking for under 20 bucks.

Last, but not least, is this electric hand mixer by VonShef. Its 250-watt motor provides bakers with five useful speeds, making it versatile enough for a wide variety of cooking tasks. A boost button provides a little extra oomph when you need the power, too. Each mixer includes two multi-purpose wire beaters, two dough hooks, and one balloon whisk. All these attachments are high quality and dishwasher safe, making for easy cleaning.

You can even choose from four colors – red, cream, blue, or black – allowing you to match the tool to your unique kitchen interior. Using the mixer is comfortable and convenient, thanks to its lightweight and ergonomic design. Its sleek and robust appearance will look at home in almost any kitchen, and customers were impressed with the quality of the stainless steel accessories included.