Breville Classic Combo Stand and Hand Mixer | Electric Hand Whisk and Stand Food Mixer | 3.7 Litre Stainless Steel Bowl | Swivel Control, Whisk, Dough Hooks and Beaters [VFM031]

I've been using the Breville Classic Combo Stand and Hand Mixer for a while now, and it’s become a key player in my kitchen. Here’s my detailed review.Design and Build QualityThe Breville Classic Combo is designed with both form and function in mind. It has a sleek, modern look that fits well on my kitchen counter without taking up too much space. The combination of a stand mixer and a hand mixer in one unit is a fantastic idea. The build quality is solid, and the 3.7-liter aluminium bowl is not only sturdy but also easy to handle.PerformancePerformance-wise, this mixer excels. The motor is powerful enough to handle a variety of tasks. I've used it for whipping cream, mixing batters, and even kneading dough, and it performs each task efficiently. The speed settings are versatile, allowing precise control over mixing. The turbo function is a nice touch for when you need that extra burst of power.UsabilityThe Breville Classic Combo stands out in usability. Switching between the stand and hand mixer modes is seamless, adding a lot of flexibility. The mixer is lightweight enough to use comfortably as a hand mixer but still sturdy as a stand mixer. The aluminium bowl, with its 3.7-liter capacity, is generally sufficient for most recipes, although it might be a bit small for very large batches.The tilt-head design is a practical feature, making it easy to access the bowl and change attachments without much hassle. The attachments themselves are simple to swap out, adding to the overall convenience.Cleaning and MaintenanceOne of the standout features is the ease of cleaning. The aluminium bowl is particularly easy to take off and clean. Its non-stick surface ensures that ingredients don’t cling, making washing up quick and straightforward. The attachments are dishwasher safe, which is a huge time saver. However, the base of the stand mixer can accumulate some ingredients in its crevices, which requires a bit more attention during cleaning.Pros and ConsPros:Dual functionality as a stand and hand mixerPowerful motor with adjustable speedsTurbo function for extra powerEasy-to-clean aluminium bowl and dishwasher-safe attachmentsCompact and stylish designCons:The 3.7-liter bowl might be small for larger recipesCleaning the base can be a bit tediousConclusionThe Breville Classic Combo Stand and Hand Mixer is a versatile and reliable addition to any kitchen. Its dual functionality, powerful performance, and ease of use make it a fantastic choice for both novice and experienced cooks. While the bowl size and cleaning of the base could be minor drawbacks, the overall benefits far outweigh these issues. This mixer is an excellent investment that can handle a wide range of culinary tasks, making it a great addition to your kitchen arsenal.

Great mixer ,value for money . Easy to use. I made my pancake mixture in this device . Was mixed in seconds to a perfect consistency . Usually i do by hand which takes much longer .I like the small cute size . As i dont have alot of cupboard space . Was perfect for me !

Simple basic mixer with lightweight bowl. Easy to use and easy clean. Bowl a bit on the thin side. Cheap and cheerful if you're on a budget.

This mixer is really good quality and value for money, it is so sturdy and works brilliantly, large mixing bowl and lots of attachments.

More convinient than “normal” style stand mixer. The bowl is medium size which is better even for a big style size cake(eg 24cm sponge cake). Previously I had a mixer with full size bowl and NEVER used it in full capacity. Some mixers don’t like that and dont mix properly, if you dont use them in full capacity.Pros:+ doesnt have any additional covers which you then need to clean after+ you have full control on whats happening in the bowl+ really easy to use and quick+ bowl moves, which is amazing, when you eg beating eggs whites - it makes it really quick!+ smaller size if the bowl, which is ideal for a normal size cake+ takes way less space than a standard stand mixer+lightweightCons:- the bowl would be too small if you bake a wedding cake or any other commercial use- I never know which beater comes to which hole, which is confusing (they are not the same and need to go to a specific hole)- the part that moves the bowl is not detachable, so if it’s in a cake batter you need to wipe it down, which may be messy

Too noisy but then again it was my first one so don't have anything to compare it with...but definitely disappointed that it broke after 4 uses...the short window for kneading the bread dough is not enough to get the dough just right so you have to stop and then go again....except that this time it didn't go again...it just stopped...money wasted!!!

After all the nice things I said about this mixer - it has gone and died on me.☹️😟😕 It just died midbread making.Let's see if I can return it.This is first mixer which I bought to ease my back.I have used all attachments of the mixer with a measure of success. Cons: The mixer is very loud, and on settings higher than 2,the volume increases to a distressing volume. It is also slow, and has a tendency of blowing flour all over the place.Pros: The dough comes out very soft and pliable. The hand held is quite handy for making pancake mixes and chapati dough.

Purchased to ease the burden of kneading flour for my mum, excellent and very easy to use....