Comparison: Best Stand Mixer Dough Hook (Updated | Dec 9th)
Whether you’re crafting artisanal bread or perfecting your pizza dough, the right dough hook can transform your baking game. As any home baker knows, the battle between perfectly kneaded dough and a frustrating mess often comes down to this humble attachment. We’ve tested the most popular stand mixer dough hooks on everything from sticky ciabatta to dense bagel doughs to bring you this comprehensive comparison.
Editor’s Choice
Best for a specific purpose
- Best for universal stainless hook: Stainless Steel Spiral Dough Hook Replacement for KitchenAid 4.5QT & 5QT Bowl Tilt-Head Stand Mixers
- Best for durable time-saver: Stainless Steel Dough Hook for KitchenAid Stand Mixer
- Best for bowl-lift pro choice: Stainless Steel Spiral Dough Hook for Kitchenaid 5Plus & 6QT Bowl-Lift Stand Mixers
- Best for c-shaped kneading pro: K5ADH Dough Hook for KitchenAid 6 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer
- Best for spiral dough master: Stainless Steel Spiral Dough Hook for Kitchenaid Stand Mixer
- Best for premium spiral upgrade: GVODE Stainless Steel Spiral Dough Hook for KitchenAid Stand Mixer
- Best for coated c-shape hook: MEET JUICE C-shaped K45DH Coated Dough Hook
- Best for official kitchenaid part: KitchenAid Stainless Steel Dough Hook KSM5THDHSS for 4.5 and 5 Quart KitchenAid Tilt-Head Stand Mixers
- Best for die-cast durability: Lawenme Stainless Steel Dough Hook Attachment for KitchenAid 4.5-5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer
- Best for rust-resistant mixer: Stainless Steel Dough Hook for KitchenAid 4.5-5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixers
Product Comparison: Best Stand Mixer Dough Hook
Universal Stainless Hook
Stainless Steel Spiral Dough Hook Replacement for KitchenAid 4.5QT & 5QT Bowl Tilt-Head Stand Mixers, Rustproof & Easy Clean, Efficient Kneading for Bread, Pizza, Pasta, Cookies
qAp quality art Practical
- Note: Compatible with almost all KitchenAid 4.5-quart and 5-quart tilt-head stand mixers. You can find your model on the bottom of the mixer. For a detailed list of compatible models, please refer to our compatibility list on our website. Compatible models include K45, K45SS, KN15,KDM90, KA15, BEA30, RRK150, KSM45, KSM75, KSM85, KSM88, KSM90, KSM95, KSM96, KSM100, KSM103, KSM106, KSM110, KSM111, KSM120, KSM125, KSM150, KSM151, KSM152, KSM153, KSM154, KSM155, KSM156, KSM160, KSM170, KSM175, KSM177, KSM180,KSM195, KSM200
- Excellent Quality: Our dough hook is made from premium stainless steel, ensuring maximum durability and rust resistance. Say goodbye to peeling coatings and enjoy a baking experience that is food-safe and easy to clean
- Time-Saving and Efficient: Our spiral design works wonders in reducing kneading time, making your dough preparation faster and easier than ever before
- Versatile Master: Whether it’s bread, pizza, pasta, yeast, noodles, cookies, or pie dough, this dough hook can meet all your needs
- Confidently crafted, with 1 year of support.
Durable Time-Saver
Stainless Steel Dough Hook for KitchenAid Stand Mixer, Bread Hook for 4.5Qt -5 Qt Tilt-Head Stand Mixer, Dough Hook for KitchenAid Mixer Attachments, Dishwasher Safe by GVODE
GVODE
- Durable Design: This Kitchen Aid Dough Hook Attachment is designed for KitchenAid 4.5/5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixers. It effectively reduces kneading time—fast and efficient—saving you the time and effort of hand kneading. Ideal for mixing and kneading bread dough, pizza dough, pasta dough, yeast dough, noodle dough, cookie dough, pie dough, etc.
- Multifunctional Accessories: This high-quality KitchenAid dough hook attachment is perfect for all KitchenAid 4.5QT and 5QT Tilt-Head Stand Mixers. It is compatible with models including K45, K45SS, KN15E1X, KSM75, KSM85PS, KSM88PSQ, KSM90, KSM95, KSM96, KSM97, KSM100, KSM103, KSM105, KSM110, KSM120, KSM150, KSM150A, KSM151PS, KSM152, KSM153, KSM154, KSM155, KSM156HB, KSM158, KSM160A, KSM175, KSM180, KSM180LEBK, KSM180RPMB, etc.
- Easy to Use: This dough hook for KitchenAid stand mixer lets you handle dough quickly. It features a disc stopper to prevent dough from climbing during kneading. Faster and more effective than others, it easily mixes and kneads bread dough, pizza dough, pasta dough, yeast dough, noodle dough, cookie dough, and pie dough—so simple!
- Easy to Clean: These Kitchen Aid accessories and attachments are made of stainless steel, dishwasher safe, and resistant to rust and corrosion. We tested cleaning them in the dishwasher, and they still look like new—no need to hand wash.
- Good Cooking Helper: Hand over the boring work of mixing and kneading yeast dough to your stand mixer—this dough hook attachment saves you time and effort of hand kneading, making it a great helper for your kitchen.
Bowl-Lift Pro Choice
Stainless Steel Spiral Dough Hook for Kitchenaid 5Plus & 6QT Bowl-Lift Stand Mixers, Dough Hook for Kitchenaid Stand Mixer Dishwasher Safe, Efficient Kneading for Bread, Pizza, Pasta, Cookies
Cofun
- Durability & Material: This dough hook kitchen aid is made of premium 304 stainless steel, offering top durability and rust resistance. It’s non-coated and rustproof—say goodbye to flaking coatings—so you can enjoy a food-safe, easy-to-clean baking experience that’s just what you need
- Compatibility: This dough hook for KitchenAid stand mixer is specifically designed for KitchenAid 5 Plus and 6-QT Bowl-Lift Stand Mixers, ensuring a perfect fit and worry-free replacement. Note the gap between the bottom of the bowl and the hook—around 2 inches is ideal. This allows the dough hook to move freely and develop a smooth gluten structure
- Efficient Mixing Performance: This stainless steel dough hook for KitchenAid stand mixer is designed to efficiently knead bread, pizza, pasta, cookies and other doughs, delivering a perfectly smooth texture every time. Unleash your baking potential and explore endless possibilities with this versatile tool.
- Dishwasher Safe: Featuring a polished surface and no dead corners, cleaning is a breeze. This dough hook kitchen aid is dishwasher safe for easy, hygienic cleaning after use—you can also hand-wash it with soap and water if preferred
- Excellent After-Sales Service: This dough hook for kitchenaid stand mixer comes with great after-sales service. If you’re unsure whether professional 5 plus accessories will match your Kitchen Aid mixer, please contact us
C-Shaped Kneading Pro
K5ADH Dough Hook for KitchenAid 6 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer, Dough Hook Replacement for KitchenAid Professional 600 Series Mixers, White
GLINK
- Dough Hook for KitchenAid Bowl Lift Stand Mixer: Hey there, fellow bakers! Let me tell you about my delightful experience with the dough hook accessory. It’s like having a magical baking sidekick that takes the kneading burden off your hands. So, let’s dive into the world of dough-making bliss with the incredible dough hook attachment
- K5ADH Dough Hook Replacement: Imagine you’re whipping up a batch of heavenly bread or artisanal pizza dough with the dough hook accessory, compatible with KA Stand Mixer Professional 600 Series Bowl-Lift Models：KV25G0X, KV25G8X, KV25H0X, KP26M1X, KP26M8X, KL26M8X, and K5SS, KSM5 etc. The “C” shape design of the hook allows for maximum air incorporation, so you can effortlessly achieve dough perfection
- Versatility: Whether you’re making a batch of melt-in-your-mouth brioche or tackling a hearty loaf of crusty artisan bread, this dough hook attachment has got your back. The mixtures are beautifully blended, ensuring each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. Trust me, your kitchen will be transformed into a mini-bakery in no time
- Time-Saving: With the coated dough hook accessory for KitchenAid mixers, you can bid farewell to sore arms and endless manual kneading. Just pop the coated dough hook replacement on your mixer, sit back, and watch the magic unfold. Your hands are free to sip your favorite beverage, or even catch up on your favorite TV show. It’s baking made easy, my friends! (HAND WASHING is recommended to avoid damaging the coating on the dough hook)
- Service Guarantee: If you have any disputes, we will refund your entire purchase within 30 days. Whether you’re an aspiring bread maestro or a passionate pizza enthusiast, this coated dough hook attachment will become your trusty companions on your baking adventures. So, gear up, grab your mixer, and let the dough hook accessory be the secret ingredient to your baking success
Spiral Dough Master
Stainless Steel Spiral Dough Hook for Kitchenaid Stand Mixer, 4.5 Qt – 5 Qt Tilt-Head Stand Mixer Attachments for Kitchenaid Dough Hook – Dishwasher Safe by Cofun
Cofun
- Durable & Long-Lasting: This spiral dough hook for KitchenAid stand mixers is made of premium 304 stainless steel for super durability and rust resistance. It’s non-coated and rustproof—no more flaking coatings—so you can enjoy a food-safe, easy-to-clean baking experience that’s perfect for you
- Compatible: This dough hook for kitchenaid stand mixer fits for K45, K45SS, KN15E1X, KSM75, KSM85PS, KSM88PSQ, KSM90, KSM95, KSM96, KSM97, KSM100, KSM103, KSM105, KSM110, KSM120, KSM150, KSM150A, KSM151PS, KSM152, KSM153, KSM154, KSM155, KSM156HB, KSM158, KSM160A, KSM175, KSM180, KSM180LEBK, KSM180RPMB etc.
- Upgraded Metal Dome Design: Features a metal round lid that stops dough from spreading up onto the mixer’s hub and body while kneading. Faster and more efficient than traditional C-shaped hooks, this spiral dough hook for KitchenAid mimics hand-kneading bread—pushing dough down into the bowl instead of up the sides. No need to stop the mixer and scrape dough back into the bowl
- Efficient Kneading: This stainless steel spiral dough hook for KitchenAid stand mixer is designed to efficiently knead bread, pizza, pasta, cookie and other doughs, delivering a perfectly smooth texture every time. Unleash your baking potential and explore endless possibilities with this versatile tool
- Efficient Kneading: This stainless steel spiral dough hook for KitchenAid stand mixer is designed to efficiently knead bread, pizza, pasta, cookies and other doughs, delivering a perfectly smooth texture every time. Unleash your baking potential and explore endless possibilities with this versatile tool
Premium Spiral Upgrade
GVODE Stainless Steel Spiral Dough Hook for KitchenAid Stand Mixer, Bread Hook Attachment Fits 4.5-5 QT Mixing Bowl for Tilt-Head Stand Mixers, For KitchenAid Stand Mixer Accessories, Dishwasher Safe
GVODE
- Designed for KitchenAid Mixer Accessories: The GVODE Spiral Dough Hook for KitchenAid Stand Mixer is a dedicated bread hook. It effectively reduces kneading time—fast and efficient—saving you the time and effort of hand kneading. Ideal for mixing and kneading bread dough, pizza dough, pasta dough, yeast dough, noodle dough, cookie dough, pie dough, etc.
- Better Quality: The Dough Hook Attachment for KitchenAid Stand Mixer is made of high-quality 18/8 (304) stainless steel—strong, durable, and rust-resistant. Unlike traditional coated dough hooks, the premium plating of the KitchenAid Dough Hook means you don’t have to worry about the metal plating peeling off during mixing—making it the perfect upgrade for your baking needs.
- Compatible: The Dough Hook for KitchenAid Stand Mixer is compatible with ALL 4.5-5 QT Tilt-Head Stand Mixers. Suitable for K45, K45SS, KN15E1X, KSM75, KSM85PS, KSM88PSQ, KSM90, KSM95, KSM96, KSM97, KSM100, KSM103, KSM105, KSM110, KSM120, KSM150, KSM150A, KSM151PS, KSM152, KSM153, KSM154, KSM155, KSM156HB, KSM158, KSM160A, KSM175, KSM180, KSM180LEBK, KSM180RPMB, etc. This professional-grade KitchenAid Dough Hook attachments ensure perfect dough consistency every time—ideal for home bakers and culinary enthusiasts alike.
- Creative Design: This Dough Hook for Kitchen Aid is designed for mixing and kneading yeast dough. Compared to the traditional Kitchen Aid Dough Hook, it adds a disc stopper to prevent dough from climbing during kneading. It’s faster and more effective than other similar products. It’s a dedicated upgrade for KitchenAid Dough Hook.
- Dishwasher Safe & After-Sales Service: This KitchenAid Bread Hook is made of 100% stainless steel. The material’s stainless steel properties make this Dough Hook for KitchenAid Stand Mixers easy to clean—either by hand or in the dishwasher—so you can spend more time enjoying your culinary creations. If you need any help or have questions when using this KitchenAid stainless steel spiral Dough Hook, please contact our after-sales service team.
Coated C-Shape Hook
MEET JUICE C-shaped K45DH Coated Dough Hook, Attachment for KitchenAid 4.5-5.0 Quart Bowel, Compatible with KitchenAid K45 K45SS KSM90 KSM150 Tilt-Head Stand Mixers
MEET JUICE
- High Quality】Aluminum material with nylon coated to avoid oxidation.
- 【Compatible】K45, K45SS, KN15E1X, KSM75, KSM85PS, KSM88PSQ, KSM90, KSM95, KSM96, KSM97, KSM100, KSM103, KSM105, KSM110, KSM120, KSM150, KSM150A, KSM151PS, KSM152, KSM153, KSM154, KSM155, KSM156HB, KSM158, KSM160A, KSM175,KSM180, KSM180LEBK, KSM180RPMB
- 【Special] C-shaped dough hook is specially designed for mixing and Kneading Yeast Dough.
- 【Dishwasher safe】After use, you can easily clean it in the dishwasher.
- 【SATISFACTION GUARANTEED】
Official KitchenAid Part
KitchenAid Stainless Steel Dough Hook KSM5THDHSS for 4.5 and 5 Quart KitchenAid Tilt-Head Stand Mixers
KitchenAid
- Long-lasting – 100% stainless steel material is hard-wearing for long-lasting durability
- Easy to clean – 100% stainless steel material is dishwasher-safe for quick cleanup
- Fits all 4.5 and 5 Quart KitchenAid Tilt-Head Stand Mixers, sold separately.
- Model KSM5THDHSS includes (1) stainless steel dough hook
Die-Cast Durability
Lawenme Stainless Steel Dough Hook Attachment for KitchenAid 4.5-5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer, K45DH Dough Hook Replacement for KSM90 and K45, Mixer Parts Accessories…
Lawenme
- Dough hook attachment 100% stainless steel material, there is no paint loss or rusting, dishwasher safe
- Dough hook using die-casting molding process, relatively strong, will not break
- K45DH C-dough hook mixes and kneads yeast dough with ease, saving you both the time and effort of hand kneading
- Stand mixer dough hook fit for 4.5 and 5 quart Tilt-Head KitchenAid Stand Mixers, fits models: K45, K45SS, KSM75, KSM90, KSM95, KSM100, KSM103, KSM110, KSM150
- Fit replace part number K45DH, W10674618, WPW10674618, 3183588, 3183589, 4162152, 4176069, 9707671, 9708471, AP6023721, AH974265, EA974265, PS11757067, PS974265
Rust-Resistant Mixer
Stainless Steel Dough Hook for KitchenAid 4.5-5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixers, Dishwasher Safe Metal Kneading Bread Hook Attachment for Kitchen Aid
KINGEAGLE
- 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠-𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐥: The Dough Hook designed for Kitchen Aid 4.5 and 5 quart tilt-head stand mixers, Made of high quality stainless steel, not easy to deform or rust, with strong corrosion and rust resistance, very wear-resistant and durable
- 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐲 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧+𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐰𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞: this bread hook with mirror polishing surface, stainless steel texture, make cleaning easy, handwash and dishwasher both quick job
- 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞-𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭:This mixing hook beater special design and stainless steel texture make mixing job faster and more thoroughly, save time and energy
- 𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥: Greatly different with that aluminum coated hook, our stainless steel make heavy mixing easier, whether it’s bread, pizza, pasta, yeast, noodles, cookies, or pie dough, this dough hook can meet all your needs
- 𝐅𝐢𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐌𝐢𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥: This dough hook compatible with 4.5 & 5.0 QT Tilt-Head Mixers, such as Artisan, Classic, Classic Plus, Ultra Power, Accolade 400 Series, like models: K45, K45SS, KSM75, KSM90, KSM95, KSM100, KSM103, KSM110, KSM120, KSM150, KSM15, KSM152, KN15E1X, KSM150PSER, KSM75SL Classic Plus, KSM45, KSM150PS, KSM155GB…
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Buying Guide
FAQs
What should I look for in a stand mixer dough hook?
Look for a durable material like coated metal or stainless steel to ensure longevity and easy cleaning. Consider the shape—spiral hooks are better for heavy doughs, while C-shaped hooks work well for lighter mixes. Ensure compatibility with your stand mixer model for a secure fit.
How do spiral and C-shaped dough hooks compare?
Spiral hooks are ideal for dense doughs like bread or pizza, providing thorough kneading with less effort. C-shaped hooks are better for softer doughs like cookie or cake batter, offering gentle mixing. Choose based on the type of dough you’ll make most often.
Are coated dough hooks better than stainless steel?
Coated hooks are non-stick and easier to clean, but they may wear out faster with heavy use. Stainless steel hooks are more durable and resistant to scratches but may require more effort to clean. Consider your usage frequency and cleaning preferences.
Can I use a third-party dough hook with my stand mixer?
Yes, but ensure it’s explicitly compatible with your mixer model to avoid fit issues or damage. Third-party hooks can offer cost savings or unique features, but quality may vary. Always check reviews and warranty information before purchasing.
How do I know if a dough hook is high-quality?
Check for sturdy construction, smooth edges, and a secure attachment mechanism. High-quality hooks often come with a warranty and positive user reviews. Avoid flimsy materials or poorly finished surfaces, as they can affect performance.
What’s the average price range for a good dough hook?
Prices typically range from $20 to $50, depending on material and brand. Premium options with advanced features may cost more. Balance your budget with the need for durability and compatibility.
How do I maintain my dough hook for longevity?
Clean it immediately after use to prevent dough buildup, especially for coated hooks. Avoid abrasive sponges that can scratch the surface. Store it in a dry place to prevent rust or corrosion.
Are there any additional features to consider?
Some hooks come with ergonomic handles or adjustable angles for easier use. Others may include color-coded options for quick identification. Prioritize features that align with your baking habits and comfort.
