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I bought the Bosh mixer because it was a quality name and had high watts for use. The cheaper mixers don't have enough wattage to run the machine when making dough. This one has plenty of power and settings. It was hard to get use to the single mixing hook instead of the traditional 2 beaters on a hand held, but one does work good, just appeared different. This mixer is compact and holds to the counter well. It appears to be cheaply made, but has some weight to it, it's just not plastic.
These MUZ4 models have been (and probably still are) the most popular mixers in Europe, where people have smaller houses and efficiency is very important. It is a bit like a "transformer" - a central unit stays the same, but the place of attachment swivels into different positions to accomodate attachments (originally, mixing bowl, blender, citrus juicer, meat grinder, food shredder/cutter/processor, fruit/berry press, etc. Also had a holder for the cutting discs and the beater/whips/ and dough hook.) I like to call this a "mini-might" mixer/processor. For bread makers, this produces 2 loaves of bread per bowl per batch. Note that it is 400 watts, unlike it's grown up (bigger) cousins, whose wattage is 700 - 800. Of course, the larger units produce much more bread, etc....as they are bigger (and stronger). All the units are amazing in whipping. For this smaller unit, be sure to use the dough hooks for heavy doughs like cookies, etc., so as not to overtax the beater or whisk. You should know that Bosch decided to NOT manufacture these for the U.S. recently (2009 or early 2010?), as Americans generally have big kitchens & want BIG stuff. It is my understanding that they continue to make this item (with European compatible wattage)very successfully in Europe. Finally, if you want to invest in a full size model that does nearly everything but wash your clothes and make your bed, consider the Universal Plus (800 watt.) It seems expensive, but you can get it at almost half the price (which equals what you pay for a good KitchenAid) if you look around ... and, it is completely amazing. You won't be disappointed. I repeat, if you are a baker in quantity, give up that KitchenAid Mixer (I know, I love that look) and fork over the cash for this bread-making/gluten developing maniac of a machine. German engineering can NOT be beat in this case. I know of someone who regularly makes 62 loaves of bread a day with this model - easily, at home. All models are know to last YEARS (many people I meet have a bosch mixer that they've had for 20-30 years, and it's still working...if they buy a new one, they just want some new bells and whistles -- and sell the old "used" one to someone starting out.) Finally, I highly recomment checking out YouTube for videos demonstrating Bosch mixers. Very informative in a very brief time. Also, if you are near a Bosch Kitchen Center (like Shar's Kitchen Center in Gilbert, AZ [near Phoenix..]) go into the shops and check these things out. The owners are PROFESSIONALS who know these products inside and out. They do demos, and frequently have cooking classes & instruction to help you learn how to use and care for these items. Bon appetit!Read full review
Pros: The mixer takes little counter space There is a stand for the implements The mixer is quiet, even making bread The bowl is large enough for a big batch of dough The cover keeps the flour from spilling out The blender does a great job Cheese, pepperoni, etc. processes well! Nice cord storage Easy to take apart and clean Cons: When I notice some, I will definitely post them
Tried it yesterday and it is working fine.
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Absolute RUBBISH! 1st. problem, plastic gear ripped out of plastic housing. 2nd. problem, motor burned out! DO NOT be fooled by the "made in Germany" which is inferred. This thing is actually made in SLOVENIA if you bother to actually read through the fine print. Don't waste your money. Buy a Kitchen Aid or something made in Japan!
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