Comparison: Best Stand Mixer Under £100 (Updated | Dec 9th)

For mixers under £100, focus on the power of the motor (measured in Watts) and the capacity of the mixing bowl (in litres). You should also check the number of speed settings, as more options provide greater control for different recipes like kneading dough or whipping cream. Finally, ensure it comes with essential attachments like a beater, dough hook, and whisk.

Premium mixers offer superior build quality, more powerful motors, and a wider range of optional attachments. Budget models are excellent for basic tasks like mixing cakes and cookies but may struggle with heavy, dense doughs over time. The primary trade-off is durability and long-term performance for a significantly lower initial cost.

Nearly all stand mixers in this price range will have a tilt-head design, where the top of the mixer hinges back to access the bowl. Bowl-lift mechanisms, which crank the bowl up to the beaters, are typically found on more powerful and expensive commercial-style mixers. A tilt-head is perfectly adequate for home baking and is easier to store in smaller kitchens.

While many budget mixers claim to handle bread dough, they can often struggle or overheat with very heavy or dense mixtures. It’s best to check reviews specifically mentioning bread-making performance. For occasional, lighter doughs, they are generally fine, but for frequent, heavy baking, a more powerful model would be a better investment.

Yes, the standard attachments (beater, whisk, dough hook) are essential and perfectly capable for most recipes. However, unlike premium brands, budget models typically have a very limited or non-existent ecosystem of additional attachments. You are buying the mixer for its core function, not its versatility as a multi-purpose kitchen appliance.

Most mixers under £100 will have a bowl capacity between 4 and 5 litres, which is sufficient for most families and standard recipes. A 4.5-litre bowl is ideal for mixing a standard batch of cupcakes or a 2lb cake. If you regularly bake in large batches, look for a model at the larger end of that scale.

Value for money means getting a reliable motor, a stable build that doesn’t walk across the counter, and the essential attachments for the price. It’s about finding a mixer that performs its core tasks well without paying for premium features or brand names. Reading user reviews for longevity and performance is the best way to determine true value.

Stand mixers are bulky appliances. Before buying, measure the height, width, and depth of your intended counter space, ensuring there is enough room for the tilt-head to fully open. Also consider its weight, as you’ll want to keep it on the counter rather than lifting it in and out of a cupboard.