Comments on: KitchenAid vs. Bosch vs. Ankarsrum: Best Mixer for Bread Dough

By: Marci Tsohonis

Marci Tsohonis — Sun, 14 Jan 2024 19:04:09 +0000

In reply to Nikki.

I have had three Kitchen Aids, and purchased the first (lift up top) in 1983. I gave that to our son in the 90’s when I upgraded to a larger Pro one.

The upgrade Pro burned out in 8 years, but the original is still working for our son. I replaced the upgrade. It, too, constantly overheated (even on stiff c.ch.cookie dough) there was a reset button on that pro model , which I quickly learned was almost a necessity, as it frequently overheated and shut down…almost every time I used it for cookie dough or a loaf of bread!

I bought a Bosch Universal to make doughs in. I have no real complaints about the Bosch, other than I had to pay to upgrade the hook to stainless steel right away, as it left gray streaks in dough and needed hand washing. It is a workhorse, and will make stiff and double or triple doughs. I don’t care for the other attachments that came with it, either, as they are flimsy and AlSO needed upgrading. Then I heard about Ankarsrum…

I bought an Ankarsrum, solidly constructed of all the best materials AND multifunction. It is, hands down, my favorite! It does everything quietly, and it doesn’t “walk” on the tile counters. It has a large bowl, but takes up less counter space than the KA.

The first week i had the Ank i gave my Kitchen aid pro to a friend with NO mixer who does light baking. I put my Bosch in a cupboard, and will probably only drag it out for holiday baking parties. Oh, did I mention all the Ank attachments are DW safe, and a nicely made Ankarsrum hardbound cookbook and how-to manual are included in the box with the mixer.

By: Shelley

Shelley — Wed, 06 Sep 2023 02:37:38 +0000

I’ve had my KA for nearly 50 years. I used the grain mill attachment for quite a few years until I purchased a Nutrimill for larger quantities. I bought the Bosch several years ago, but rarely use it. The Bosch cookie paddles cracked after a couple of months. I’m not sure if the newer KAs are the same quality as the old ones.
I also use the KA pasta roller attachment, both for pasta and for crackers.

By: Michele Pryse, FNTP

Michele Pryse, FNTP — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 21:45:16 +0000

In reply to Nikki. Hi Nikki, that is a good question. The roller and scraper are the most-often used accessories with the Ankarsrum mixer for all types of cooking and baking tasks. You can use them for mashed potatoes, banana bread, cookies, meatloaf, and more.

By: Nikki

Nikki — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 01:58:36 +0000

I have a large family and we like to bake a lot….bread, cookies, cakes, etc. I have a 6qt KA now and it’s loud and overheats when I try to make two loaves of bread (10 cups of flour). I’m interested in the Ankersrum, but I was wondering if you can use the large stainless bowl for things other than bread. It looks like the accessories for things like cake and cookies would go with the plastic bowl and the large bowl is mainly for kneading. Any help with this would be appreciated! Thank you!

By: Kathy Bryant

Kathy Bryant — Sun, 02 Apr 2023 20:27:39 +0000

My husband just ordered the Bosch for me. I choose it after watching a video and loved the open top (as I mainly make cakes) and the fact that it is light-weight. I will update you after I use it. Have had a KA most of my life, so kind of excited to branch out! This comparison was very helpful, thank you!

By: Michele Pryse, FNTP

Michele Pryse, FNTP — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 06:36:08 +0000

In reply to Tom Reese. Hi Tom, it is an amazing sale, so for anyone leaning in the direction of a Bosch with cash on hand this would be a wonderful time to purchase. It sounds like you have made up your mind for an Ankarsrum Assistent - you won't be sorry. A heavy duty mixer is a purchase you live with for many years, so you want to be sure to get the right one for your needs.

By: Michele Pryse, FNTP

Michele Pryse, FNTP — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 06:25:50 +0000

In reply to Manju. Hi Manju, any of the 3 mixers will be a good choice for your family size. What do you primarily use a mixer for?

By: Michele Pryse, FNTP

Michele Pryse, FNTP — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 06:17:46 +0000

In reply to Bonnie. It sounds like your Kitchenaid has served you well. Best wishes on your decision!

By: MR Taylor

MR Taylor — Sun, 05 Feb 2023 02:09:44 +0000

In reply to Tom Reese. Tom, the exact same experience—the Pleasant Hill Grain email, rabbit hole research, etc. Too funny! Also leaning towards Akarsrum now, especially since Pleasant Hill Grain now shows them as being “out of stock.” I guess their promotion email worked very well for them.