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HomeSmall AppliancesMixersCuisinart HSM-70 Power Advantage 7-Speed Handheld/Stand Mixer |
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171 of 175 found the following review helpful:
 Excellent as a stepping stone Dec 22, 2008
By James Bergstrand
I recently purchased this mixer because I was questioning whether or not to purchase the much-celebrated Kitchen-Aid Artisan Mixer. My reasoning: "for far less money, I'll purchase this mixer and see how often I really use it, and if it warrants a larger purchase in a year or two."
I opened the box and promptly made a batch of cookies which turned out delicious! Two weeks later I made cupcakes and the batter was COMPLETELY smooth, no lumps and NO handmixing. I really enjoy that the bowl spins while mixing, the power is substantial, and it is not a large appliance and can be left out on the counter if desired.
I haven't used the dough hooks yet, but plan to make pizza with it soon, perhaps I'll add to this review at that time.
For now, I am completely satisfied with this purchase and would definitely recommend it to occasional bakers who don't want to shell out three times as much $$ for something they will only use a few times a year.
87 of 89 found the following review helpful:
 It's working pretty well. Jul 07, 2008
By Phoenix
"Love Books"
I just started working with this mixer. It's working pretty well for a hand/stand mixer. The only thing that may make other people consider other mixers is the fact that this one spins around the outside of the bowl. That leaves the ingredients in the center needing a little extra hand mixing, which is fine with this machine. I can detach the mixer from it's stand and just mix through the remaining ingredients.
It's working fabulously for me so far. It has a 3.5qt flat bottomed bowl, a spatula, 1 set of beaters, dough hooks and a bubble whisk. For the price it's great. I'm hoping this one will last. It's got the retro styling and is compact enough to stay on my counter without taking up too much space.
80 of 83 found the following review helpful:
 WORST MIXER I'VE EVER USED Apr 17, 2010
By Gail Smith
"One looking up"
I don't usually like to give negative comments on things and only do so when they are truly deserved. This mixer is useless as a stand mixer. I bake A LOT and am not able to use this a s a stand mixer when I am making any recipe other than something with the consistency of water. If you are going to let this mixer sit and gather dust in a cabinet then it can't do you any harm. If, however, you are actually looking for a mixer that you can use don't buy this one. The motor is pretty powerful but the design of the stand and beaters is really just bad. I've been baking for over 30 years and just retired a Krups hand/stand mixer after about 25 years that had a GREAT design. Too bad Krups doesn't still make it or I'd buy one. Anyway, this mixer doesn't turn the bowl. You have to do that. The turn mechanism is on the beater rather than the stand and the beaters are the old fashioned type that gets batter stuck in them which inhibits the turning mechanism. I've ended up either having to take the mixer off the stand to use it since I have to spin the bowl myself anyway or I just mix by hand. Shame on Cuisinart. They're much too good to have put out such a bad product. I forgot to mention that I had to return one of these because it burned up on the Cuisinart bread recipe that came with the thing. So, I'm reviewing the second one after two months of using it at least 2 times a week. It's going back and I'm just getting my money back. Don't waste your money or time with this one. You would be better off with a cheaper hand mixer. To end on a positive note, this mixer is really pretty to look at.
31 of 33 found the following review helpful:
Smoker Jan 03, 2010
By Narnia
I've been a Cuisinart fan for years, but this product disappointed. While making foccacia from the recipe that came with the mixer, it started to smoke while kneading the dough, then it died. While one generous reviewer gave it three stars after experiencing the exact same thing, I don't think an overload detector would have been terribly expensive and would save a bunch of motors. While Cuisinart would have taken it back, they said I'd have to pay for shipping both ways...pretty bogus. Luckily (I guess), I just bought the thing and can return it to Amazon for a refund. Just one more in the infinitely long line of low quality electronics shipped halfway around the world so we can save a few bucks.
21 of 21 found the following review helpful:
Great stand/hand mixer! Sep 13, 2009
By Cat mommy
"Cat Mommy"
This is a great mixer. I got it because my old hand mixer died, and I wasn't sure if I wanted a stand mixer or not. I love the versatility of being able to use it as a hand mixer or use it with the stand. It's really quite durable, and I really enjoy using it. The beaters have a little foot to keep the stainless steel bowl moving. Very handy! It was well worth it! I can't wait to do some more baking so I can use it more often. Great item, I highly reccommend it.
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