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The picks, in order
7 picks
Number one at the top, number 7 at the bottom. The tier label on each card says which price bracket it sits in.
★Editor's Choice
1
Kenwood
Kenwood QuickMix+ Hand Mixer HMP50.000BK
650WVariable SpeedPulse Function
ValueOn Sale
Rank #1
Kenwood QuickMix+ Hand Mixer HMP50.000BK
Our Verdict
Kenwood's 650W QuickMix+ in black is the most powerful mixer on this list, with variable speed and pulse, stainless-steel beaters and dough hooks, shipped from Amazon AU.
Why it's number one: Leads on mixing performance and motor power with the only 600 W-class motor in the group (650 W with pulse and variable speed); no critic review of this model was found; 4.5-star Amazon rating from 45 owners.
The QuickMix+ is the mixer to choose if kneading is on the menu. Its 650W motor is the most powerful on this list, comfortably ahead of the Bosch Styline, and Kenwood pitches it squarely at stirring and kneading heavier mixes without the strain that bogs down a small beater. Rather than fixed speed steps it uses variable speed control with a pulse function, so you can creep up from a slow stir that keeps flour in the bowl to a full-speed whip, and give a short burst when a stiff dough needs a nudge. The stainless-steel beaters and kneading hooks are built to be durable and pull out for easy cleaning, and despite the power the body is compact and light enough to store in a smaller kitchen. It's finished in black, which makes a change from the usual white plastic. With 42 reviews at 4.5 stars it's still building its review base, but it ships from Amazon AU with fast delivery and easy returns, and it sits at the top of the value tier as the strongest locally stocked motor for the money.
Performance
9.3
Ease of Use
8.1
Power
10.0
Build
8.5
Owners
8.2
Owners is the 4.5★ Amazon AU rating from 45 reviews, weighted toward the category average when there are few. Fewer than two published reviews of this exact model, so the owner rating carries that weight too. Tick marks show the category average.
How we scored it
Each measure is marked against the category's rubric, where 10 is the best you can buy, 8 is strong, 6 is basic but sound and 4 falls short. The bars show that mark on the Top7 scale (a 6 reads as 7.0, an 8 as 8.5); the notes quote the rubric mark.
Performance 9.3 (rubric 9): Kenwood rates the motor at 650 W, the only 600 W-class motor here, with stainless beaters and dough hooks for kneading; no wire whisk in the box keeps it off 10.
Ease of Use 8.1 (rubric 7.5): Continuously variable speed with pulse, removable beaters for cleaning and a compact body per the listing; no storage case, swivel cord or stand-up base.
Power 10.0 (rubric 10): 650 W rated (9) plus 0.5 for the pulse function and 0.5 for continuously variable speed control, capped at 10.
Build 8.5 (rubric 8): Black housing with stainless-steel beaters and hooks, a one-year warranty on the listing and no motor complaint pattern in 45 owner reviews at 4.5 stars.
Pros
+ 650W motor, the most powerful on this list
+ Variable speed control with a pulse function
+ Stainless-steel beaters and dough hooks
+ Ships from Amazon AU
Cons
− Only 42 reviews so far
− Beaters and dough hooks only, with no whisk or storage case listed
650WVariable SpeedPulse FunctionDough HooksShips From AU
The Bosch Styline is the mixer for people who bake a lot and are tired of wrestling a noisy, underpowered beater through thick batter. Its 575W motor is the second most powerful in this guide, and Bosch pairs it with a very quiet, lightweight body, so a ten-minute knead with the dough hooks is far less tiring than usual. You get two pairs of fine stainless-steel whisks in the box, which means you can swap from egg whites to cream without stopping to rinse, plus a pair of dough hooks for bread and pizza dough. A stainless-steel-look finish gives it a more premium feel than the plastic-bodied budget picks, and there's an additional connection for Bosch's mixing base or universal chopper if you want to expand it later. It carries a 4.6-star rating across 8,643 reviews, which is a huge amount of trust for a hand mixer. The catch is that it's sold by Amazon Germany, so allow longer for delivery and read the listing for plug and warranty details before you order.
Performance
8.9
Ease of Use
8.1
Power
8.5
Build
9.3
Owners
8.5
Owners is the 4.6★ Amazon AU rating from 8,680 reviews, weighted toward the category average when there are few. Fewer than two published reviews of this exact model, so the owner rating carries that weight too. Tick marks show the category average.
How we scored it
Each measure is marked against the category's rubric, where 10 is the best you can buy, 8 is strong, 6 is basic but sound and 4 falls short. The bars show that mark on the Top7 scale (a 6 reads as 7.0, an 8 as 8.5); the notes quote the rubric mark.
Performance 8.9 (rubric 8.5): 575 W motor with two pairs of stainless fine whisks plus dough hooks; Bosch pitches it at thick batter and kneading, but there is no wire whisk, so it sits in the 8 band.
Ease of Use 8.1 (rubric 7.5): Five speeds with a turbo step and eject button; Bosch calls it lightweight, but there is no storage case, retractable cord or base, and it ships from Amazon Germany.
Power 8.5 (rubric 8): Bosch rates it at 575 W, the 450 to 599 W band; five fixed speeds and no listed burst function add nothing.
Build 9.3 (rubric 9): Stainless-steel-look housing, stainless attachments and a motor Bosch calls very quiet, backed by 4.6 stars from 8,654 owners; no Australian warranty term is published.
Pros
+ Powerful 575W motor that's also very quiet
+ Two pairs of stainless-steel whisks plus dough hooks included
+ Rated 4.6 stars across 8,643 reviews
+ Accessory connection for a mixing base or chopper
Cons
− Sold by Amazon Germany, so expect longer delivery
The Mixmaster Hand Mixer Pro is the one we'd point most Australian bakers to, and it takes the top spot for doing the everyday jobs well without any fuss. Sunbeam's Super Aerator whisk is designed to fold more air into the mix, which the brand says makes whisking up to 30 percent faster, and it shows most on cream, meringue and sponge batter. Seven variable speeds give you a genuinely gentle start for folding and a proper top end, with a Burst of Power button for stiff cookie dough or a heavy fruit cake. The stainless-steel beaters and dough hooks are built to last, and everything, including the cord, packs away into the supplied storage case so the attachments don't wander off in the drawer. It ships from Amazon AU, so delivery is quick and returns are simple, and it rates 4.5 stars across 168 reviews. It sits in the value tier, which for a locally stocked mixer with this attachment set feels like the sweet spot.
Performance
7.8
Ease of Use
8.9
Power
7.8
Build
8.5
Owners
8.1
Owners is the 4.5★ Amazon AU rating from 168 reviews, weighted toward the category average when there are few. Fewer than two published reviews of this exact model, so the owner rating carries that weight too. Tick marks show the category average.
How we scored it
Each measure is marked against the category's rubric, where 10 is the best you can buy, 8 is strong, 6 is basic but sound and 4 falls short. The bars show that mark on the Top7 scale (a 6 reads as 7.0, an 8 as 8.5); the notes quote the rubric mark.
Performance 7.8 (rubric 7): Beaters, dough hooks and a Super Aerator whisk all in the box with a Burst of Power button, but Sunbeam's site rates the motor at only 320 W, so heavy kneading strains it.
Ease of Use 8.9 (rubric 8.5): Seven variable speeds with a gentle first speed, and Sunbeam's storage case holds the mixer, all attachments and the cord; no swivel or retractable cord.
Power 7.8 (rubric 7): Sunbeam's product page rates it at 320 W (the 250 to 349 W band, 6) plus 0.5 for the Burst of Power button and 0.5 for seven speeds.
Build 8.5 (rubric 8): Plastic housing with stainless-steel beaters, hooks and whisk; Sunbeam publishes a 12-month warranty and 168 owners average 4.5 stars with no motor complaint pattern.
Pros
+ Super Aerator whisk designed for faster, airier whisking
+ 7 variable speeds plus a Burst of Power button
+ Stainless-steel beaters and dough hooks with a storage case
+ Ships from Amazon AU with a 4.5-star rating
Cons
− Motor wattage isn't listed, so hard to compare on paper
− Fewer reviews than the Bosch Styline
7 SpeedsSuper Aerator WhiskDough HooksStorage CaseShips From AU
The Russell Hobbs Desire is the budget pick for anyone who cares how their appliances look. Finished in a premium matte black, it's a good deal more striking than the usual white plastic beater, and it's designed to stand upright on its base so it tucks into a cupboard corner without a case. The 350W motor is the lowest listed wattage here, but it's fine for beating, mixing and whisking cake batter, cream and eggs, and the five speeds plus turbo give you enough range for a gentle start. Two beaters and two dough hooks come in the box, and an eject button pops them out cleanly for washing. It ships from Amazon AU, so it arrives fast and is easy to return, and it rates 4.4 stars from 189 reviews. If you knead heavy bread dough regularly you'll want more power, but as a good-looking everyday mixer at a budget price it earns its place.
Performance
8.1
Ease of Use
8.9
Power
8.1
Build
7.4
Owners
7.8
Owners is the 4.4★ Amazon AU rating from 190 reviews, weighted toward the category average when there are few. Fewer than two published reviews of this exact model, so the owner rating carries that weight too. Tick marks show the category average.
How we scored it
Each measure is marked against the category's rubric, where 10 is the best you can buy, 8 is strong, 6 is basic but sound and 4 falls short. The bars show that mark on the Top7 scale (a 6 reads as 7.0, an 8 as 8.5); the notes quote the rubric mark.
Performance 8.1 (rubric 7.5): 350 W with two beaters and two dough hooks; Trusted Reviews took the UK-coded 24672 twin through brioche dough with plenty of oomph, so it clears thick batter, but no whisk.
Ease of Use 8.9 (rubric 8.5): Five speeds plus turbo, stands upright on its base and the speed switch doubles as the eject button; Trusted Reviews found it the lightest mixer it had tested at 0.91 kg.
Power 8.1 (rubric 7.5): Russell Hobbs rates it at 350 W (the 350 to 449 W band, 7) plus 0.5 for the turbo function; five fixed speeds earn no bonus.
Build 7.4 (rubric 6.5): Plastic body with a two-year warranty on the listing, but Trusted Reviews notes the beaters and hooks are chrome-plated rather than stainless; 4.4 stars from 189 owners.
The best-reviewed locally stocked hand mixer on Amazon AU, with 6 speeds, a Burst of Power button, stainless-steel beaters and dough hooks, and a storage case.
If you just want a dependable beater from a name you know, the Sunbeam Mixmaster Standard is the budget pick that's hard to argue with. It's the most-reviewed hand mixer that ships from Amazon AU, with 511 buyers rating it 4.6 stars, and it's regularly discounted. The spec is more generous than the price suggests: six variable speeds run from a gentle fold to a full-tilt whip, a Burst of Power button gives an extra kick for thick batters, and both the stainless-steel beaters and dough hooks are included, so you can knead scone or bread dough as well as beat and whisk. Like its Pro sibling it comes with a storage case that holds the mixer, attachments and cord together, which is a small thing that stops the beaters vanishing into the drawer. You give up the Pro's Super Aerator whisk and seventh speed, and Sunbeam doesn't list the wattage, but for most kitchens that will never matter.
Performance
7.0
Ease of Use
8.5
Power
7.4
Build
8.5
Owners
8.5
Owners is the 4.6★ Amazon AU rating from 533 reviews, weighted toward the category average when there are few. Fewer than two published reviews of this exact model, so the owner rating carries that weight too. Tick marks show the category average.
How we scored it
Each measure is marked against the category's rubric, where 10 is the best you can buy, 8 is strong, 6 is basic but sound and 4 falls short. The bars show that mark on the Top7 scale (a 6 reads as 7.0, an 8 as 8.5); the notes quote the rubric mark.
Performance 7.0 (rubric 6): Stainless beaters and dough hooks with a Burst of Power button, but no whisk and a motor Sunbeam rates at 250 W, so it beats and whips well while kneading strains it.
Ease of Use 8.5 (rubric 8): Six variable speeds and a storage case for the mixer, attachments and cord per Sunbeam's page; no swivel cord, and one speed fewer than the Pro.
Power 7.4 (rubric 6.5): Sunbeam's product page rates it at 250 W (the 250 to 349 W band, 6) plus 0.5 for the Burst of Power button; six fixed speeds earn no bonus.
Build 8.5 (rubric 8): Plastic housing with stainless-steel attachments, a 12-month Sunbeam warranty and 4.6 stars from 519 owners with no pattern of motor complaints.
Pros
+ Rated 4.6 stars by 511 Amazon AU buyers
+ 6 speeds plus a Burst of Power button
+ Stainless-steel beaters and dough hooks in the box
+ Storage case keeps everything together
Cons
− Motor wattage isn't listed
− No dedicated whisk attachment like the Pro
6 SpeedsBurst of PowerDough HooksStorage Case500+ Reviews
Breville the Mix & Store Turbo Hand Mixer LHM200MTB
5 Speeds + Turbo BoostWire WhiskDough Hooks
ValueOn Sale
Rank #6
Breville the Mix & Store Turbo Hand Mixer LHM200MTB
Our Verdict
Breville's locally stocked mixer with twin beaters, dough hooks and a stainless-steel wire whisk, 5 speeds plus Turbo Boost, a snap-on storage case and a retractable cord.
Breville's Mix & Store Turbo is the pick for people who want the full attachment set from a familiar brand, and it's the highest-rated of the newer Australian-stocked mixers on this list at 4.6 stars from 87 reviews. In the box you get twin beaters for batters, dough hooks for kneading and a stainless-steel wire whisk for cream and egg whites, which covers the three jobs a hand mixer actually gets asked to do. A slider gives you five variable speeds, with a Turbo Boost button for a burst of extra power when the dough gets stiff. The Store half of the name is the clever bit: the attachments snap into a case that clips onto the mixer, and the cord retracts into the body at the touch of a button, so the whole thing goes back in the drawer as one tidy unit rather than a mixer and a loose handful of beaters. Breville doesn't publish a wattage on the listing, so we can't compare it on paper with the Bosch or Kenwood, but for everyday baking it's a well-rounded, well-reviewed choice that ships from Amazon AU with quick delivery and simple returns.
Performance
7.4
Ease of Use
9.3
Power
5.9
Build
8.5
Owners
8.1
Owners is the 4.5★ Amazon AU rating from 89 reviews, weighted toward the category average when there are few. Fewer than two published reviews of this exact model, so the owner rating carries that weight too. Tick marks show the category average.
How we scored it
Each measure is marked against the category's rubric, where 10 is the best you can buy, 8 is strong, 6 is basic but sound and 4 falls short. The bars show that mark on the Top7 scale (a 6 reads as 7.0, an 8 as 8.5); the notes quote the rubric mark.
Performance 7.4 (rubric 6.5): Twin beaters, dough hooks and a stainless wire whisk cover every job, with a Turbo Boost button, but the 200 W DC motor on the listing puts heavy kneading out of reach.
Ease of Use 9.3 (rubric 9): Five-speed slider with turbo, a snap-on storage case for all attachments and a retractable cord that stows at a button press; the listing weight is 1.47 kg.
Power 5.9 (rubric 4.5): The Amazon listing and Breville retailers rate the DC motor at 200 W, under the rule's 250 W floor (4), plus 0.5 for the Turbo Boost button.
Build 8.5 (rubric 8): Plastic housing and storage case per Breville, stainless-steel attachments, a one-year warranty on the listing and 4.6 stars from 88 owners.
Pros
+ Twin beaters, dough hooks and a wire whisk included
+ Snap-on storage case and retractable cord
+ 5 variable speeds plus Turbo Boost
+ Ships from Amazon AU with a 4.6-star rating
Cons
− Motor wattage isn't listed
− Fewer reviews than the longer-established picks
5 Speeds + Turbo BoostWire WhiskDough HooksRetractable CordStorage CaseShips From AU
KitchenAid's Classic in white brings five speeds, a swivel cord that locks left or right, a one-press ejector and a 16-wire whisk, all shipped from Amazon AU.
The KitchenAid Classic is the premium pick for people who want the brand's build and thoughtful design in a hand mixer that ships from Amazon AU. It runs five speeds, from a slow first setting for stirring nuts or choc chips into a batter without them flying out, up to speed five for creaming butter and sugar, and KitchenAid describes the motor as powerful yet quiet. The stand-out detail is the swivel cord, which locks into the left or right side of the body so you can come at the bowl from whichever angle suits you, and it's round so it wipes clean easily. A one-press ejector releases the accessories single-handed, and the light body with a contoured handle keeps a long mix comfortable. The 16-wire whisk is designed to aerate cream and egg whites for soft, medium or firm peaks, which is where a good hand mixer earns its keep come pavlova season. KitchenAid doesn't publish a wattage, and at 4.4 stars from 31 reviews the feedback base is small, but it's a well-made, locally stocked mixer with the extra polish you'd expect at this tier.
Performance
6.6
Ease of Use
9.3
Power
5.5
Build
8.9
Owners
8.0
Owners is the 4.4★ Amazon AU rating from 33 reviews, weighted toward the category average when there are few. Fewer than two published reviews of this exact model, so the owner rating carries that weight too. Tick marks show the category average.
How we scored it
Each measure is marked against the category's rubric, where 10 is the best you can buy, 8 is strong, 6 is basic but sound and 4 falls short. The bars show that mark on the Top7 scale (a 6 reads as 7.0, an 8 as 8.5); the notes quote the rubric mark.
Performance 6.6 (rubric 5.5): Two stainless beaters and a 16-wire whisk for cream and meringue, but no dough hooks in the box and an 85 W DC motor on KitchenAid's spec sheet, so kneading is out.
Ease of Use 9.3 (rubric 9): Slow first speed for stirring in chunky ingredients, a one-press ejector, a swivel cord that locks left or right and a light contoured handle; attachments store loose.
Power 5.5 (rubric 4): KitchenAid's spec sheet rates the DC motor at 85 W, under the rule's 250 W floor; five mechanical speeds and no burst function add nothing.
Build 8.9 (rubric 8.5): Plastic body with stainless-steel beaters and whisk, a motor KitchenAid calls powerful yet quiet, a one-year replacement warranty and 4.4 stars from 31 owners.
Pros
+ Swivel cord locks into the left or right side
+ 16-wire whisk for cream and meringue
+ Quiet motor with a one-press ejector button
+ Ships from Amazon AU
Cons
− Premium price for a 5-speed mixer
− Motor wattage isn't listed
− Only 31 reviews so far
5 Speeds16-Wire WhiskSwivel CordOne-Press EjectorShips From AU
We evaluate hand mixers on mixing performance (how well they cream, whip and knead, and whether they bog down in thick batter), ease of use (speed control, weight and balance, eject buttons and storage), build quality (housing, attachment materials and how the motor holds up), power (motor wattage, turbo or burst functions and number of speeds), and overall value for money. We favour models that ship from Amazon Australia for fast delivery and easy returns, and we note where a mixer is sold by Amazon Germany. All star ratings and review counts are drawn from live Amazon AU customer feedback.
Scored on Performance 40%, Ease of use 25%, Power 20%, Build quality 15%, plus owner ratings and critic reviews
Listed motor power on this list runs from 350W up to 650W, and Sunbeam, Breville and KitchenAid don't publish a wattage at all. Around 350W to 450W is plenty for cream, cake batter and eggs; if you regularly knead bread or pizza dough with the hooks, a 575W or 650W motor will get through it with less strain and less heat.
Speeds and turbo
Five speeds is the norm, and a few models offer six or seven, while Kenwood's QuickMix+ uses variable speed control with a pulse function instead of fixed steps. A low first speed matters more than a high top speed, because it stops flour and icing sugar flying out of the bowl. A turbo or burst button gives a short kick of full power for stiff batters.
Attachments in the box
Every mixer here comes with twin beaters, and most add a pair of dough hooks for kneading. Some include a dedicated wire whisk, like the Breville Mix & Store and KitchenAid Classic, and the Bosch Styline packs two pairs of whisks so you can swap without rinsing. Stainless-steel attachments last longer and are often dishwasher-safe, though check the listing.
Weight, noise and balance
You'll be holding the thing for several minutes at a time, so a lightweight, well-balanced body with a soft-grip handle makes a real difference. Bosch and KitchenAid both make a point of quieter motors, which is worth having if you bake early or late.
Storage
Beaters and hooks have a habit of going missing in a drawer. Look for a mixer that stands upright on its base, one that ships with a storage case that holds the body, attachments and cord together, or one with a retractable cord like the Breville.
Where it ships from
Six of our seven picks ship from Amazon AU. The exception, the Bosch Styline, is sold by Amazon Germany; it's well priced and very highly rated, but expect a longer delivery window than the locally stocked picks, and check the listing for plug and warranty details before you order.
A hand mixer is the small appliance that quietly does most of the baking in Australian kitchens. It whips cream in a minute, beats butter and sugar until pale, turns egg whites into stiff peaks for a pav and, with the dough hooks fitted, kneads a batch of scone or pizza dough without you breaking a sweat. It lives in a drawer rather than hogging bench space, and for the majority of home bakers it does everything a stand mixer does at a fraction of the price and footprint.
The basics are shared across the category: twin beaters, a set of speeds, usually a turbo or burst button, and an eject button to pop the attachments off for washing. Where models differ is in motor power, how many speeds you get, how quiet and comfortable they are to hold through a long mix, and what comes in the box. The better ones add stainless-steel dough hooks and a storage case; the premium picks bring more power, a second pair of whisks, or a quieter motor with a swivel cord.
We've compared the top-rated hand mixers on Amazon Australia, and this year the list leans firmly local: Sunbeam's Mixmaster twins, Russell Hobbs' matte-black Desire, Breville's Mix & Store, Kenwood's 650W QuickMix+ and KitchenAid's Classic all ship from Amazon AU. The one exception is Bosch's Styline, a European favourite with thousands of reviews behind it that's sold by Amazon Germany, so we've flagged the longer delivery where it applies. Whether you're a weekend cake baker or just need something for whipping cream at Christmas, there's a pick here for your budget.
Handy calculators
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Do I need a hand mixer if I already have a stand mixer?+
Plenty of people own both. A stand mixer is brilliant for big batches and long kneads, but a hand mixer is faster to grab for small jobs like whipping a cup of cream, beating two eggs or mixing a single cake batter, and it works in any bowl or saucepan. It also stores in a drawer, which matters in a small kitchen. If you only bake occasionally, a hand mixer alone will cover most of what you do.
How much power does a hand mixer need?+
For cream, eggs and cake batter, 350W to 450W is plenty, which covers the Russell Hobbs Desire and most everyday baking. If you regularly knead bread or pizza dough with the hooks, or work with heavy fruit-cake and cookie doughs, a stronger motor like the 575W Bosch Styline or 650W Kenwood QuickMix+ will get through it without straining or heating up. A turbo or burst button on a lower-wattage mixer helps with short bursts of stiff mixing.
Can a hand mixer knead bread dough?+
Yes, if it comes with dough hooks, which most of the mixers on this list do. Hooks work best with smaller batches and softer doughs such as scone, pizza and enriched bread dough. For very stiff or large batches, a lower-powered mixer will struggle and can overheat, so choose one with a more powerful motor or finish the knead by hand.
What's the difference between a hand mixer and a stick blender?+
A hand mixer uses twin rotating beaters to whip air into mixtures: cream, egg whites, batters and doughs. A stick or immersion blender has a single blade in a shroud and blends or purees liquids like soups and smoothies. They're not interchangeable, and none of the mixers on this list doubles as a blender. We rank stick blenders in a separate category.
Is it worth buying a hand mixer sold by Amazon Germany?+
It can be. The Bosch Styline is the one pick on this list that ships from overseas, and it earns its place with a powerful, quiet motor and thousands of positive reviews. The trade-offs are a longer delivery window than a locally stocked Sunbeam, Breville or Kenwood, and you'll want to check the listing for plug type and warranty coverage before you order. If you need it this week or want the simplest returns, stick with one of the six mixers that ship from Amazon AU.
