Kenwood Hand Mixer HMP30.A0WH 450W with 5 Speeds and Turbo

Our review

This is a corded electric hand mixer from Kenwood, sold as the Hand Mix Lite and carrying the model number HMP30.A0WH. Kenwood describes it as its most powerful hand mixer to date, rated at 450W, with five speed settings plus a turbo button for an extra burst when a mixture needs it. Two stainless steel tools are included: a kneader for heavier doughs and a beater for mixing, whipping and whisking. The body is built to be lightweight and ergonomic, and Kenwood notes it is easy to store, quick to set up and needs minimal cleaning, which points to short baking sessions rather than long, heavy production runs. It suits a home baker who wants one hand-held tool for cakes, cream, egg whites and the occasional dough, and who values simple storage over a bulky stand mixer. Before buying, think about what you mix most. If you regularly work stiff bread dough in large batches, a stand mixer with a bigger motor and a fixed bowl will usually cope better, and a hand mixer asks you to hold and move it through the mixture. If you mostly whip, fold and beat in normal quantities, the lighter format is easier to handle and quicker to rinse. Check which attachments come in the box, since the kneader and beater are the two named here, and confirm the voltage and plug type suit your kitchen. Compare against other hand mixers on motor rating, number of speeds and the tools included, and against stand mixers on capacity and how much counter space you have. Available on Sokonia.