Mixer reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 211 Reddit reviews across 34 subreddits and 58 posts to rank the best Mixer brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Breadit, r/synthesizers, r/DJs, r/Kitchenaid, r/mobileDJ. Top-rated brands include KitchenAid (4.5/5), Yamaha (4.3/5), Ankarsrum (4.7/5).

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Reviews211
Subreddits34
Posts58
Brands50
Products76
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#1

KitchenAid

4.5
(34)
"I’ve had my bowl lift model over 20 years so that’s what I recommend."
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"I couldn’t be happier!! It looks big, but it works perfectly for just me and my toddler!! :) "
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"I've had my Artisan 5 quart tilt head for almost 15 years."
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"My wife bought me a Special Edition Pro 600 with stainless steel attachments. It was new in 2005, and is still running strong."
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"Came with 3 attachments and runs perfect. Very very well built."
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"Get a bowl lift model. They are made for heavier bread dough."
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"I have the KitchenAid 9-speed hand mixer, and it works great!"
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"I LOVE my KA stand mixer...I have it running for 20 minutes at a time when making IMBC and it never lets me down"
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"My KitchenAid hand mixer, on the other hand, has lasted the longest by far!"
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"I was gobsmacked by how quickly and easily meringue came together with my stand mixer."
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#2

Yamaha

4.3
(27)
"Yamaha mg10ux"
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"Found the Yamaha MG10UXF for a price lower than the 1024 and I couldn't say no. it meets all the requirements... it's yamaha."
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"Yamaha over behringer any day."
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"I’m going Yamaha"
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"The Yamaha MG series is a classic. I'd go with that."
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"I found the Yamaha the better mixer for build and sound quality"
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"This is for live sound, i have 3 yama mixers and carry a mg06 in my bag"
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"Yamaha no contest"
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"The Yamaha"
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"You should check out a Yamaha mg10xu and see if that has all the ins and outs you’re looking for."
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#3

Ankarsrum

4.7
(20)
"Ankararum is so good for bread but i dont really see it used for many other things."
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"Ankarsrum. Hands down. Best mixer on the market."
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"Ankarsrum. My bread and meringues have never been better."
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"Bought an Ankarsrum and love it."
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"Ankarsrum doubtlessly."
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"Love my Ankarsrum."
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"I got an Ankarsrum a couple of years ago and love it."
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"I love my Ankarsrum mixer - not cheap but it's excellent."
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"Ankarsrum specialises in bread and it’s built to last decades."
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"Ankarsrum is the only decent mixer currently."
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#4

Hobart

5.0
(11)
"Hobart 60QT is the industry standard. Grab one used and it’ll still last forever."
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"Hobart, bigger than you think you'll need, very durable and easy to repair."
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"I've had my used Hobart for over 30 years and it's never broken down."
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"Would definitely recommend a 60 qt. Hobart or Globe are both fine options."
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"Its made for doughs, attachments are easy to find, and it's built like a tank."
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"If you want to use what actual professionals use, then get a Hobart."
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"Hobart is a great brand. There's been one in every bakery I've worked at."
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"Get a medium sized Hobart and a smaller kitchenaid."
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"Where are you located? If it's in the US, I might have a good place for you to get a Hobart."
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"If you are going to sell cookies,do yourself a favour and get a good mixer and alot bigger than KitchenAid."
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#5

Behringer

3.9
(14)
"Behringer XR18. Insanely cheap for the power it has."
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"I love that Behringer mixer. It is absolutely loaded with features."
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"I have the Behringer, or one similar, and have been using it for over 10 years with no issue."
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"XR18 is your best bang for your buck with recent price drop."
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"I would suggest getting a USB mixer (like the Behringer you proposed) with a soundcard."
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"You could look into something like the Behringer Xenyx Q802USB."
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"Another option if you can forgo built in controls is a tablet controlled mixer such as a Behringer XR12."
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"The classic starter digital mixer is the Behringer X-Air series."
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"I got the Behringer Eurorack Pro, it has 8x Stereo in."
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"Behringer RX1602 has 16 stereo inputs and is cheap."
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#6

Tascam

4.6
(9)
"Tascam model 12"
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"I third the Tascam Model 12. It's a fantastic little mixer."
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"I personally have the Tascam Model 12 and it's an amazing piece of kit."
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"Tascam model 12 has two sub outs and two aux sends, I use them both they work great."
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"I always recommend the Tascam. They are great. Get the biggest you can afford."
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"Check the Tascam model 12 or 16."
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"I'd recommend a Tascam model series mixer."
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"I own Model 12 and for my use-case of up to 4 synths + bass guitar or small jam session with friends it's sufficient."
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"The Tascam Model 12 is great and very convenient, but I just want to point out that it’s also digital."
#7

Zoom

4.6
(8)
"Look for the new Zoom Livetrak L6."
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"Save up for a Zoom Livetrak L6 and you'll have a mixer, a multitrack recorder."
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"The Zoom L6 is a nice small and portable mixer. It can also record to SD card."
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"I have one and I love it. Perfect for a small rig... priced right. Records. Sounds super clean."
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"Zoom Livetrak L6"
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"If you would like a very compact mixer, that won't take up much space, look into the Zoom Livetrack L-6 10 channel mixer."
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"Zoom LiveTrak L6 does 2x Mono channels and 4x stereo channels."
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"I would recommend the Zoom L-8 or the Tascam model 12."
#8

Kenwood

4.6
(8)
"I've had a Kenwood Chef Major for 15 years now."
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"My kenwood chef is nearly 30 years old now. Handles bread dough with ease."
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"We went Kenwood and are very happy."
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"+1 for Kenwood, have used for home baking and commercially. No regrets."
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"The answer to this is nearly always Kenwood in UK/Europe."
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"A second hand Chef A901 (1978) or later would be a good option."
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"I'd recommend getting a normal Chef rather than a KMix or KitchenAid."
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"I have used a Kenwood for six or seven years now without a problem."
#9

Condesa

5.0
(6)
"I have my Condesa into a Fisher 500B into JBL L100's and adore the sound."
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"Condesa to Decware to Forte gang! It’s a great chain"
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"If you want maximum warm, go with the desa!"
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"Condesa. Love mine."
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"Go with Condesa, as import/delivery charges on anything made in EU/UK will really jack up the price."
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"I don’t think you would be disappointed with the unit itself."
#10

Mackie

4.3
(7)
"Mackie ProFX6v3 6-channel Mixer with USB and Effects is $162 on Amazon right now."
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"That mackie is an *outstanding* mixer all around."
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"Any Mackie mixer with your specs will do the job and for years"
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"I personally always suggest a Mackie ProFx6v3 ($140) or a Yamaha MG06X ($170) if it's just for one or two singers."
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"Controversial choice but Mackie do some easy to use consoles."
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"The Mackie is a good choice."
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"Mackie has some options in that range. I think you can get a better mixer for $500-600 but if you're on a budget it's probably the best you can do."
#11

Bosch

4.3
(6)
"I have a Bosch that has never let me down. It’s about 25 years old and powerful as ever."
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"After burning up three stand mixers, I bought a Bosch. It's been perfect for me."
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"Get a Bosch Universal Plus or Ankarsrum stand mixer."
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"Don't rule out a Bosch mixer."
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"I would definitely recommend something like that if you’re struggling with the hand mixer."
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"Bosch is fine for most in-home bake applications."
#12

Soundcraft

4.2
(5)
"Soundcraft Ui24R. You don't think you'll need 22 physical inputs and 10 aux sends until you do."
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"I picked up a Soundcraft Ui24r a year ago and pretty glad I did."
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"I really like the Soundcraft GB2R in my synth set up."
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"I used to use Mackie and upgraded to soundcraft. Both work great but the Soundcraft has better sound."
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"I’d pick Soundcraft or Allen and Heath over either tho."
#13

Culvers

5.0
(4)
"Vanilla with peanut butter cups, peanut butter sauce mixed with Oreos is my personal favorite"
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"Oreo + Marshmallow Crème. You will not be disappointed. Its like adding more of the white part of the oreo. 10/10."
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"I've been utterly addicted to chocolate with butterfinger for the better part of 10 years. It's got to be my most favorite dessert ever."
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"Try a chocolate cake, butter finger, and cookie dough in one mixer. I’m having one rn and it’s bussin"
#14

PreSonus

4.8
(4)
"PreSonus StudioLive 16.0.2 USB"
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"I have a Presonus Hybrid mixer which I love. Sounds great."
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"PreSonus studiolive 16.0.2 USB"
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"We’ve got a PreSonus 32R and the preamps are quiet."
#15

Sunmix

5.0
(3)
"In my opinion, THE best mixer for bread dough is a spiral mixer. I currently own a Sunmix 10 kg spiral mixer."
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"If you want a dedicated mixer for dough look at a spiral mixer like a sunmix or famag."
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"The BEST mixer for bread dough is a spiral mixer."
#16

Nutrimill

4.0
(3)
"I am about to buy a Nutrimill Artiste probably by Christmas."
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"Consider a Nutrimill Artiste."
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"I have a Nutrimill Artiste. I do mostly breads and my Artiste handles them well with no issue."
#17

Vitamix

5.0
(2)
"Vitamix. Stupidly expensive but worth it."
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"This is probably the best."
#18

Cuisinart

5.0
(2)
"I’ve got the Cuisinart HM-90BCS 9-Speed Handheld Mixer, and it’s been awesome!"
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"It’s amazing!!! I’m not a huge baker. But I use it to make mashed potatoes and things."
#19

Famag

5.0
(2)
"I have the Famag IM-8 Spiral Dough Mixer. I absolutely love this machine."
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"I love my Famag. It is pricy, but it transformed my bread-making."
#20

Allen & Heath

4.5
(2)
"Allen & heath zed 10"
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"I just picked up an Allen and Heath cq18t, big investment I guess."
#21

Samson

4.5
(2)
"I just grabbed a Samson SM 10 and loving it so far."
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"This looks good Samson PL2404. 12 stereo channels, 3 aux sends etc."
#22

Roland

4.0
(2)
"I ended up getting a second hand Roland M-480 line mixer."
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"Great otherwise."
#23

ART

4.0
(2)
"Check out the ART TubeMix or the TASCAM Model 12. Those are the best bang for your buck IMO."
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"Not expensive. That is probably the closest you're going to get for a small setup."
#24

Behringer Mixer

3.0
(2)
"I have a cheap $50 Behringer mixer that I've been using for the last couple of years. It's fine and gets the job done."
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"Don't buy Behringer's mixers, or anything that was made 10 years ago"
#25

Rane

5.0
(1)
"Older Rane, (TTM54 OR TTM56). Super durable fader, that's easy to swap."
#26

Ecler

5.0
(1)
"The Ecler Nuo 2.0 sounds amazing as Ecler is called "The Rane of Spain"."
#27

Reloop

5.0
(1)
"I recently purchased a Reloop Flux sound card. Excellent build, connectivity and great digital conversion."
#28

Eternal

5.0
(1)
"The Eternal fader is amazing and holds up like a champ!"
#29

Pioneer DJ

5.0
(1)
"Djm v10"
#30

Maonocaster

5.0
(1)
"I have a Maonocaster, and I love it."
#31

Soundcraft FX

5.0
(1)
"Check out the Soundcraft fx models. They track 4 tracks instead of 2."
#32

Tascam Model 12

5.0
(1)
"Or a Tascam model 12 for something even better. Great unit."
#33

Roland V-160HD

5.0
(1)
"I love roland v160hd. It’s simple yet powerful tool and it just works."
#34

Wilfa

5.0
(1)
"Take a look at the Wilfa Probaker. It can deal with 5kg of dough a batch easily, kneads like a much more expensive mixer and is built really well."
#35

Traktor

4.0
(1)
"Traktor z2"
#36

Numark

4.0
(1)
"The Numark Scratch has good reviews."
#37

Windfish

4.0
(1)
"I got the windfish it’s a little 4 channel stereo mixer. About $80."
#38

TX-6

4.0
(1)
"If u looking for cheap stuff the tx-6 is a great option xD"
#39

Pioneer

4.0
(1)
"There's got to be something cheaper but a Pioneer DJM-S7 can do this."
#40

Behringer UMC404

4.0
(1)
"You need instead an interface with at least 4 (analogue) outputs eg Behringer UMC404 / Scarlet 4i4 according to budget and taste."
#41

Midas

4.0
(1)
"Go for a Midas M18. Pretty good and not too pricey."
#42

Pleasant Hill Grain

4.0
(1)
"I’d look at what Pleasant Hill Grain has. They have a lovely range of machines IMO."
#43

George Home

4.0
(1)
"Asda do one, cost me 60 quid, I use it mainly for bread making."
#44

Aldi

4.0
(1)
"Aldi sell a dupe every year for about £60."
#45

Alto

4.0
(1)
"I run it on an alto live 2404."
#46

Oster

4.0
(1)
"I've made great bread for years with mine."
#47

1010music

4.0
(1)
"I use a 1010 bluebox. 12 channels."
#48

SSL

4.0
(1)
"Ssl big six."
#49

Moukey

4.0
(1)
"The Moukey line mixers are good as submixers."
#50

General

2.0
(1)
"I do not recommend any mixers below $200."

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