What is Hand Mixer?
A hand mixer is an electric, handheld mixer convenient for quick tasks and combining smaller batches of ingredients.
This versatile kitchen tool typically has two removable beaters and may come with a variety of attachments for flexibility and easy cleanup.
Best Hand Mixers In South Africa
Best Overall: Breville Handy Mix Scraper Hand Mixer
The Breville Handy Mix Scraper was the best among all of hand mixers for its overall value. Made from durable plastic with a chrome finish, this mixer has a sleek look.
It’s on the heavier side (2 pounds and 8 ounces), but Rachel found it to be well-made and thoughtfully designed. It has an ergonomic handle that feels comfortable in the hand and won’t cause fatigue while you’re mixing.
Best Value: Black+Decker Lightweight Hand Mixer
There may be cheaper hand mixers on the market (like the Hamilton Beach and Dash mixers below), but for $21, you’re packing a whole lot of bangs into a small mixer.
Appliance powerhouse Black+Decker has turned this petite (it weighs just over a pound) plastic-bodied mixer into a real contender for the best electric hand mixer.
Best Rated: Hamilton Beach 6-Speed Electric Hand Mixer
Hamilton Beach makes affordable kitchen tools that provide great results. This mixer is no exception. Rachel found it to have a sturdy feel at about 2 pounds and 3 ounces.
It includes a storage case to hold the following attachments included with the mixer: two twisted wire beaters, a milkshake mixer, two dough hooks, and a whisk.
Best for Beginners: KitchenAid Ultra Power 5-Speed Hand Mixer
If you’re not wanting to break the bank on a stand mixer just yet, but you’re also looking to get a high-quality hand mixer option, KitchenAid has you covered.
This hand mixer is on the lighter side of the ones we tested (1 pound and 13 ounces), making it easier to use for extended periods of time.
Best for Cookie Dough: KitchenAid 9-Speed Digital Hand Mixer
KitchenAid makes its second appearance on the list of best mixers, this time with the 9-Speed Digital Hand Mixer. This mixer weighs just under two pounds and has a “soft grip” handle that makes for safe and easy handling during extended mixing.
Control the speed by pressing the two rubberized buttons. Your speed is indicated by the light that turns on as your speed increases or decreases.
What are the different types of hand mixers?
Hand mixer beaters are typically categorized into one of three varieties: twisted wire beaters, straight wire beaters, and flat beaters.
Twisted wire beaters are optimized for fast mixing and are less prone to clogging, while straight wire beaters are best for heavy use in dense or thick doughs.
How long do hand mixers last?
The manufacturer’s warranty provides an idea of how long their appliances can be expected to last.
An inexpensive hand mixer may only offer five years of use. However, some of the higher-end models can last for 15 to 20 years, depending on how often it’s used and what it’s used for.
What is a good size mixer?
We recommend getting a mixer with a bowl capacity between 5 and 6 quarts, which will easily fit most standard recipes for everything from cookies to layer cakes.
Go for the 6-quart size if you frequently make big batches of things such as bread dough.