Cuisinart SM-50BC Stand Mixer Review

[@MH_Bikes]

I bought a Cuisinart 5.5 based upon this review and I love it. Lots of power, accessories are interchangeable with KitchenAid, as are attachments. Great value.

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Thanks for sharing!

[@MilkyWhite1]

I didn't know accessories were interchangeable. Is the bowl interchangeable as well?

[@MH_Bikes]

@@MilkyWhite1 Yes, the bowl is interchangeable.

[@NadesMaria]

It's been three years (almost) since this video was uploaded and it's still helping people today (ME!) Thank you for the time and effort you put into this video. It helped me to make my final decision on which mixer to buy.

[@bestkitchenreviews]

👍😀

[@KerisPee]

7yrs now & still helpful

[@apbxny216]

Your review of this mixer helped me decide on getting one for myself. It is really quiet,and it was within my desired price range ($150.00), with a 3 year warranty. Thanks for your help. Love all of your candid reviews.

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Thanks 😀👍

[@leetorres5863]

@@bestkitchenreviews It cost $249 now lol so crazy

[@caleighgasmin2464]

just got my cuisinart 5.5quart stand mixer from hubby for my birthday. the next day, i used it to make pizza dough. it is very quiet and easy to use. i really love this stand mixer and thanks for this video it help a lot

[@bestkitchenreviews]

👍😀

[@sashineb.2114]

Someone else said the mixer head wobbling is a safety issue, for heavier doughs. Good review, thanks, and I see the price for these is half (or less than that) of the KA Artisans. I like the fact they use the spring on the shaft to secure the attachments, unlike how some KAs clank. Thanks for reviewing!

[@bestkitchenreviews]

😀👍

[@stevef4010]

@@bestkitchenreviews you prefer the artisan or the visionary? Priceand all things considered

[@eerthangel]

Just bought one and came for the review….should’ve watch reviews first but thank God, I’m pleased with my decision!

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Glad you like it 😀

[@mirageycq]

Just bought one for my wife and she love it. Thanks for the vid.

[@anastasiaglow5230]

This is so extremely helpful seeing you demonstrate recipes that I’ll be using for the stand mixer. Thank you

[@crsh2007]

Just ordered one in black from Costco ($189.99 cad) for Mother's Day (gift from hubby), and I can't wait to get it! I've been using a hand mixer for years, and it makes me NOT want to bake :( Now, if only I can find flour and yeast in the store, we'll be all set!

[@siufanny210]

Hi ..I’m thinking to get one form Costco too..how was the mixer ? Do you like it ?

[@BookclubwithB]

Thank you so much for the thorough review I truly appreciate it! What a great value you add to the KZbin community!!

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Thanks 😁

[@mjcigar]

They are made to wobble so that you don't snap when you are doing heavy dough or batters. KA's do the same thing if not more.

[@aleseaclopotel9653]

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[@TUCKERTOBY]

Thanks for this! I just purchased this (using the Klarna easy pay option) for my Mom’s Christmas gift. She’s been wanting a Kitchenaid Mixer but I think she’ll be pleased with this. I’ll update after she’s used it for a couple months. Hope she likes it!

[@Blue_Azure101]

You dodged a bullet; the kitchen aid had underwent design change since 1998 and no longer use the same mechanism as it did before and constantly breaks. I threw mine out and replaced with cuisineart which still has the similar internal design as the old kitchenaid

[@FBIagent22-q1d]

It's been three years, any updates?

[@33RPMVinyl]

Bought one today. Watched this video instead of reading the manual.

[@bestkitchenreviews]

😀👍

[@robertlogue3794]

Thanks for the sound recording. I just set mine up today. Thought the gear and bearing noises were a bit much but your seems to be about the same. Got the blue one for my mom. She loves the color. It looks nice. Feels solid. I believe it is louder than the KitchenAid I heard recently. But if it lasts, the three-year warranty makes it a better deal.

[@jimjim2822]

Excellent review. Thank you. Just ordered this exact mixer. Hopefully it’ll do the job for us.

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Thanks 😁

[@sergecrevier4196]

Hello Anita. This is what I call '' a review ''! Great, what am I saying, fantastic job showing us all the accessories provided with the mixer. Not only showing us but actually using them. The mixer is on sale right now here & am wondering if I will buy it. It's at $189+txs CDN The scrapping all the time in & around could turn me off with time OR I could get used to it. Thanks, Anita & be well & safe. From Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Glad you liked the review. Can’t wait to visit Montreal again 😁

[@sergecrevier4196]

@@bestkitchenreviews I just bought it! I will be getting it Friday ( 22 Oct ) Yeaaaaaah! Happy baker! :-) Got it for $170 all txs included. At that price, it is considered a steal. Thanks again for your review & help.

[@Its_Leona.L]

@@sergecrevier4196 Hey Serge, I'm from Montreal also. Where did you get yours , if you don't mind sharing. The 5.5 quart is on special at Canadian Tire, for 190$. Also I would like to know if you are liking yours. ? 😊

[@sergecrevier4196]

@@Its_Leona.L Hello Leona. Yes, I like mine. Very useful in time-saving. I got mine at COSTCO MTL. When you got it in person, it was $189. Online at the COSTCO site, it was $199. I saw it also at Canadian Tire at the sale price you've mentioned. I think it's a really good deal then. If you ever get it, take 2 minutes & look at my little video explaining how to make the tools ( dough hooks, whisk, beater ) go lower. The screw to do so, to adjust the height can be very tough to turn & you may cause it to strip. That screw is factory sealed & can be, for some, a bit too high from the bottom of the bowl. Hope this helps & if you can/want, keep me in touch if/when you buy it. Be well & safe Leona. I made a small mistake when I said I paid $170. I misread the price I guess.

[@Its_Leona.L]

@@sergecrevier4196 Thanks Serge! My boyfriend bought me one yesterday for Christmas! Do you a link for your video?

[@maibycruz4783]

This was very helpful. Bought a Hamilton beach stand mixer and ended returning it because the motor couldn’t handle churro dough. This one looks like a good replacement 🤩.

[@GigiAbbi-cu9qn]

Best review! Bought one today! Used to own a KitchenAid but I’m exited to try my cuisinart

[@bestkitchenreviews]

😀

[@learahlearah]

How do they compare?

[@GigiAbbi-cu9qn]

@@learahlearah Much better

[@coffeewithdinner5208]

I just purchased mine today. This review was helpful. Thanknyou!

[@bestkitchenreviews]

🤩

[@hodaibrahim2917]

Me too 😊

[@frankclack9096]

I would like to see a scraper paddle for this unit, it's been on the market for a while now and I am sure that people have been asking for one

[@lynnecollett2437]

There is a screw under the head that makes attachments lower so it gets the bottom. It is in the directions

[@akerab21]

I’m not seeing that in the instruction booklet. Under what headline?

[@FBIagent22-q1d]

@@akerab21 I agree! I don't like the bowl it's too deep and does not mix well outside of liquid. I rather use a hand mixer for my cookie dough.

[@gves2]

Exactly what I was looking for, amazing thank you!

[@dailaanshaffer7090]

Thanks! Big help to see how it runs and performs with different functions.

[@bestkitchenreviews]

👍

[@bl6973]

This used to be the Best Buy for stand mixers on atk, I still think it’s good for large batch cakes and the occasional dough.

[@emulator8157]

Amazing review! This is the standard! Thank you so much

[@bestkitchenreviews]

😀

[@13music678]

Great review. Picked this up on clearance at Walmart today for $75

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Thanks :)

[@lthiessen6001]

How were you so blessed?? Lol Good for you tho!

[@nathaliebergeron4090]

If you have to choose between this Cuisinart or the Kitchenaid classic, wich one do you prefer ??? Thank you 😁

[@Blue_Azure101]

I drop kicked my kitchenaid pro to the curb after it broke in one year of purchase. The redesigned kitchenaid has planned obsolescence built into it. The cuisineart is designed like the older kitchenaid from the 90’s and will last

[@swapna8m]

Excellent presentation , to the point.

[@kimberlylucier4778]

Thank you for your video, my daughter just bought this for me for Mother's day. 🙂 How long do you mix the cookie dough?

[@NGEvangeliman]

great no Nonsense Review ! Thanks

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Glad you liked it!

[@dorisjohnson1171]

I love your video, you are a life saver. I was clueless 😃

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Glad I could help!

[@MariaLourdes-xp4mx]

Cuisinart Stand Mixer, 12 Speeds, 5.5-Quart Mixing Bowl, Chef's Whisk, Flat Mixing Paddle, Dough Hook, and Splash Guard with Pour Spout, Silver Lining, SM-50BC, Silver

[@JuanGuzman-ms4vw]

Which one is better this Cuisinart or the artisan mini?

[@2Floridasn]

I'm wondering if anyone knows what size screwdriver works to adjust the tilt head. This is a really good mixer and am learning how to make this adjustment. Thank you for this excellent review.

[@jamesclayborn2476]

Very nice presentation. Thanks.

[@bestkitchenreviews]

😁

[@marvinnelson8839]

looks like it did a great job

[@PANWARE]

How safe are the coated dough hook and mixer? Does the coating rub off after much use? One of my reasons for looking into this one is that KA comes with burnished aluminum. Like who wants aluminum in their food prep anymore?

[@TheHolywren]

You are excellent at demonstration of the product.I bought one in red and hope to get another as a present 🎅🏻shhhhh

[@bestkitchenreviews]

😀👍

[@bennystein7976]

This mixer seems very quiet compared to some other models. Is that the actual sound level or did you reduce it for the video? The mixer seems to be very efficient and well-built. Thanks.

[@daijoubu4529]

All the KitchenAid, except the Pro Line and 6500 series use a super noisy AC motor, this one seems much quieter indeed...gotta get one from Costco to try

[@frankclack9096]

I have one and it's very quiet 🤫 sound is real on the video.

[@bennystein7976]

@@frankclack9096 Thank you. I've seen other videos that show it being quiet, too. I'd rather have this than a whiny, loud KitchenAid Pro 6. I saw one reviewed on another channel, and she had the robin egg shade, very beautiful.

[@Krsnatarian]

Thankyou for the demo, planning to buy this one because there is a black friday sale on it.

[@bestkitchenreviews]

👍

[@777-h6d]

How much was it

[@Krsnatarian]

@@777-h6d it was on 55% sale. cuisineart got for 179$ Another one for 79$

[@patriciaotiniano3531]

Parece q hizo un buen trabajo 🤔, ha tenido algun otro problema con esa batidora? Ese tambaleó q tenía el cabezal ha dado alguna molestia? Looks like a good mixer🤔, do you have any problems beside the "shaking" while you're Makin the cookie dogh🤔 ? Sorry for my English 😅

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Hi Patricia, there were no issues with the mixer 😀

[@TheAdultContemporaryMusicCh]

what is difference between the 50sm and 50 smbc? bc stands for?

[@carlcosta]

Are the accessories such as the hook for kneading and whipping made of stainless steel or aluminum?

[@marionmoskalyk3756]

I just used mine today for the first time to make cinnamon rolls. All I can say is “where have you been all my life”.

[@bestkitchenreviews]

😄

[@marionmoskalyk3756]

Lemon Aide it’s not very noisy at all.

[@Buckry420]

Really good review

[@verwoerdmatt]

I can't seem to remove the bowl. I tried turning it both ways but don't want to break it...any tips?

[@claudtalkz2194]

Another excellent review. I thank you. ;)

[@bestkitchenreviews]

You’re welcome 😀

[@trentondingwall1180]

It seems considerably quieter than the artisan.

[@janiceteo2205]

Some users on Amazon say the attachments are too far from the base of the bowl and so do not mix/incorporate the ingredients well. I see in your video your mixer did a great job of mixing the dough and the batter thoroughly. Just wondering if there's a trick to getting it to work as well as yours? Thank you!

[@lucyc]

I've had the same issue with mine, Janice. Creaming butter and sugar has been a pain. I got mine about a year ago and have only used it about 3 times because of that issue. But, like you said, this video shows no problems whatsoever in that regard. I just posted a question about tips to get the same result. Hopefully she'll reply to one of us. :)

[@frankclack9096]

You can adjust the whisk depth to a dime space same as the kitchen aid mixers. There are videos that show you. I had to lower mine quite a bit.

[@lucyc]

@@frankclack9096 There's a way to do it with the Cuisinart ones, too. I just can't get the screw (which raises/lowers it) to budge. It's in an odd spot and I can't get good purchase on it. That could do with a bit of redesign, methinks! 🙂

[@frankclack9096]

@@lucyc I used a small quarter inch socket set wrench with a flat blade bit and it was fine. The screw was very hard to turn though and it took quite a bit of work to get it done. Had a couple of turns at least.

[@lucyc]

@@frankclack9096 Hmmm.... I'm going to have to see if I have one of those. Thanks so much for the tip, Frank!!

[@MetaView7]

What is the drive system made of? Belt? Nylon gear? Metal gear?

[@gamerwc2013]

Hi, The cruisinart bowl is better quality than the kitchenaid bowl?. Cruisinart bowl color doesn’t came off?. Thanks,

[@bestkitchenreviews]

The Cuisinart bowl has a better finish and was clean upon arrival. The Kitchenaid bowls require scrubbing and washing to get the greasy residue off. The bowl works fine after washing. The color of the bowl doesn’t come off. Hope that helps 😀

[@loriseabrook1906]

Iam considering this for my stand mixer. I think it will be well for my needs and your video helped me decide. Are the attachments all metal hard to see??? TY I liked this because of a bowl with a handle.

[@lucyc]

Hi... I've had mine for about a year. I have issues with things sticking to the sides of the bowl - including creaming butter and sugar together. I have to stop the machine every maybe 15 seconds to scrape the sides. I gave up. I was so excited to get it and have only used it about 3 times since I got it. But I noticed you don't have any issues creaming butter and sugar in your video. Any tips/suggestions as to why I am having such trouble with it? Any thoughts are greatly appreciated! Thank you!!

[@krazygir500]

Maybe try mixing it at a higher speed?

[@lucyc]

@@krazygir500 I've tried that, Saimah...I've played with different speeds and no go. I saw in another video that there's a hard-to-get-at screw that allows you to raise/lower the unit, which should help, but I couldn't get it to move. I'm not giving in yet, though!! The hunt is still on for a solution.😀

[@krazygir500]

@@lucyc ohhh I see. If you give up and are in the hunt for a new mixer, I would suggest the sanlida stand mixer

[@lucyc]

@@krazygir500 Thank you. But I've only had this one less than a year. I certainly can't afford to abandon it yet! 😁

[@sashineb.2114]

That can happen with any mixer. I've seen reviews for KitchenAid, Kenwood, Smeg and all had to have the bowls scraped. I have a KitchenAid mixer, and I have to scrape the bowl, too. Regardless of how close the beater gets to the bowl, there will be some ingredients that don't get mixed, unless a person is using a flex-edge beater. From what I've seen of the Cuisinart mixer, it does a good job, generally speaking. Don't give up on it, as I think you will get to like it very much.

[@hamidurrhmn]

Useful video!!

[@operachef1]

Hi; I'm getting really frustrated that after adjusting the screw (for height) the flat paddle attachment (that I use most) doesn't reach the bottom of the bowl but the whisk does and in fact scrapes the bowl!! So I either have a whisk that is too low or a paddle that is too high!! What a terrible design!

[@brandinop6379]

Is it worth buying this over a kitchen-aid as a cheaper alternative ?

[@chineeboy18]

Yes it is. You can also look at the Faberware stand mixer. It's under a hundred dollars and it's almost 600 watts. You can Google the review and decide for yourself.

[@frncs.r]

Nice and thorough review! Did you keep this after reviewing?

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Thanks, it was a gift :)

[@frncs.r]

+bestkitchenreviews ooh nice!

[@happyhuntress]

is the dough wobbling head normal. I bought one and it does the same thing?

[@sashineb.2114]

All tilt-head mixers wobble slightly, including KitchenAid Artisans. It usually happens with heavy dough mixtures (such as bread dough), but not as much with light mixtures. As long as the head is locked down, there should be no worry.

[@oldbookwormcb]

Would a 5.5 quart bowl be compatible with my 3.5 quart cuisinart stand mixer?

[@choklitgirl6376]

i bought this mixer, and my bowl has an upward bump in the centre. is it supposed to be like that? I thought the inside should have a flat bottom. Also, I watched the part of the video on making the pizza dough. You can clearly see the video is choppy and I'm wondering why...did she stop the mixer and have to scrape it down?

[@PoofiePoms]

Yes it does have an upward bump.

[@walterbrown2425]

Did the attachments reach the bottom of the bowl?

[@jmrgpr77]

Planetary Mixing ?

[@jimmyflores3759]

It seem the machine is good. How can get same here in saudi arabia???

[@kheole1487]

Thanks

[@steve74815]

Also available in black, I pick the black one today, tried it for a homemade bread, love it

[@bestkitchenreviews]

😀

[@MacedonianCooking-mv4wz]

Gut video🎉🎉🎉

[@chivoncowart5248]

Hi! I know this may sound crazy, but I just received this mixer as a gift. And for the life of me, I can't figure out how to take out the styrofoam in the middle with the whisk attached. I tried clicking the lever in the back to lift the mixer several times, but no luck. What am I doing wrong?

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Hi, yes I remember that part was difficult. Try removing the whisk first if possible. Sorry, I don't remember how I got it off!

[@TheNewarkgal]

Chivon Cowart I got mine for Xmas and just now cracked open the box. I came across the same problem. I ended up cutting away the foam and twisted the bowl towards the back base. After I did that the back release button work. ( It didn't when I took it out of the box). I hope this helps 😃

[@zaneynoung4721]

Funny how everyone is have this problem, so did I, (my daughter and I were trying for 15 minutes)I just borrowed my husband for a second to help me and he just press it down with no problems at all and my daughter and I looked at each other and was wondering how did he do that. So we took the foam and stuff out and locked it back down and unlocked it back up with no problem. The whole time I was complaining that I need to go back and return this because I had got a bad one. But now I see that it is literally locked for the first try when you first get it.

[@joannemargeson1977]

Just made cookies with the mixer but noticed the accessory cover falls off easily? Anyone else have this problem? Seems to be a magnet holding it on by magnet

[@astridtamin6169]

Made in ?

[@alemaroon5]

Hi! I found a one-day offer for this mixer at $89 and I bought it. I was planning on buying a 6 QT kitchen aid but when I saw the Cuisinart for $89, I thought it was a great deal, especially since all I make is bread/pizza dough and pasta dough. Do you think this is a good mixer for a beginner, considering the price, or should I still invest in a 6 QT Kitchen aid? What would you do? Also, have you tested any of the attachments for the Cuisinart? Thank you.

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Hi Alessia, I would keep the Cuisinart since it works well and you can’t beat the price! I haven’t tried the attachments 😀

[@derekwebster8442]

Where did you find this for $89??? I need to be on the lookout incase it goes on sale again, lol.

[@alemaroon5]

Military store. But today it's cheap on amazon , only 100$ www.amazon.com/Kneading-Professional-Electric-Tilt-Head-Stainless/dp/B078BPJ6W2/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1543878267&sr=8-4&keywords=cuisinart+sm50

[@googo151]

@@alemaroon5 Not the same machine when you click on the link.

[@derekwebster8442]

@@alemaroon5 Your link was to a Posame Stand Mixer, not a Cuisinart.

[@beachlifesoy2253]

anybody know why my beaters are touching the bottom of bowl? I'm trying to whip butter and it just packs it to the bottom and sides and then I have to scrap every few seconds which is pointless... very frustrated :(

[@TG-qr4jr]

If you tilt the head back, there is a screw you can adjust for the head height

[@CShannon1991]

How much this Stand Mixer weights?

[@mattl8740]

i love your videos

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Thanks :)

[@mattl8740]

bestkitchenreviews your only the second youtuber whos ever replied to me thank you

[@bestkitchenreviews]

:)

[@SK-ki1te]

Thx!

[@BobCCLIV]

Can you adjust the head height like on the kitchen aid?

[@sashineb.2114]

Yes, I've read there is a screw that can be turned, similar to the KitchenAid method for raising or lowering.

[@GiggleGoddess88]

Has anyone tried using a kitchenaid attachment with this Cuisinart mixer? The ports look ALMOST the same on both.

[@basmaalmadhoun4927]

Jessica B i hope if someone answer this question i wonder too

[@jamesvpaquette]

I use the grain mill from kitchenaid on mine. Works great!

[@ChelseaRamoutar]

How do we lift it up lol

[@donnajo3794]

Looks like a bigger mess using the guard than without it to me!

[@sevilaycelebi6062]

I bought kichenaid mixer 3 years ago.I called any kitchenaid mixer service they told me my machine problem is gear $150 and each one of them for charge gear $20.I decided new one for mixer Cuisnart.I will buy never kitchenaid any items.

[@spencer2294112]

Is there a way to lower the mixer head? The default position doesn't mix the ingredients on the bottom of the mixer bowl.

[@BobCCLIV]

Were you able to figure this out?

[@blancaocampoasesorinmobili4752]

I had the same problem with the artisan, thinking change to cuisinart

[@dannermags308]

If it wasn't wobbling it would compensate the locking mechanism

[@BrandonTobiasKingT]

nice review would love to see some one really review the Kenmore Elite 5qt mixer.

[@ancamg]

I have the older 5.5l model, and I guess this one has no timer.

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Hi, this mixer doesn't have a timer.

[@sonoapreacha]

I just got one and I can’t get the head to open up! Is there a trick to it?

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Hi, did you already remove the styrofoam with the whisk attached to it? Push down the lever in the back and tilt the head up. Hope that helps 😀

[@NgocTran-hj2ss]

How do u switch it?

[@joewong6662]

I love mine but it recently stripped a plastic gear Cuisinart does not offer a replacement part that would take me 20 minutes to fix. So it’s garbage now 🤮

[@EurekaRecycler]

mine went dead, how to fix?

[@sashineb.2114]

How long have you had the mixer? Is is still under warranty? I'm thinking of getting one of these, but I hope they don't break down easily.

[@virginiathibodeau8628]

OMG ! I just bought this mixer a few days ago and now ,I have time to unpack and I felt so dumb .I can't unlock the mixer head !I am trying to push down the lever to left the mixer head but it was tight .I followed your instruction but still tight ,it won't click ! I think i have bought a bad one ! I better go back to the store and check with them :(

[@lancesmith9296]

Had the same problem, sent the first one back but the second was stuck also ( both of them were black)...simple fix, push down (hard) on the front end, then push the "flip latch", should pop up easily.

[@frankclack9096]

I had the same issue but I just tried harder and it popped up 👆

[@FBIagent22-q1d]

I ruined my cookie batter using this mixer. It does a poor job and the attachments don't get the stuff at the bottom, creamed sugar gets stuck to the side and you have to keep scraping. it works wonder with liquids like cream for whipping but dough, bleh! I love this machine because it was a Christmas present but for cookies, it's the hand mixer.

[@CShannon1991]

Interesting.

[@Nunofyuhbizness]

the consistency of the cookie dough looks less smooth than the kitchen aid artisan glass mixer.

[@marionmoskalyk3756]

mixiepixie cookie dough should not be too smooth otherwise the cookie turns out dry.

[@MetaView7]

The knob is made of cheap chromed-plastic.

[@blackthorn5620]

Wonder why they would do that? That is an important note to point out. That's a deal breaker for me.

[@1XX1]

Thanks...

[@bestkitchenreviews]

Welcome 😀