Smeg Forte Stand Mixer Review
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8.6
Pros & Cons
- Powerful motor, roughly twice that of KitchenAid's Artisan Series
- Undeniably cool retro look and plenty of color options
- Smooth variable speed lever
- Well fitted and sturdy pouring shield with generous mouth
- Some of the mechanical elements are stiff and require effort to maneuver
- $550 is a still big price for a stand mixer
- Fewer attachment options than KitchenAid
KitchenAid has cornered the stand-mixer market and is the default for home bakers and cooking buffs. After testing Smeg’s retro mixer that combines power, precision and, dare I say, an even cooler retro vibe for the same price as KitchenAid’s mid-premium models, it might be my new favorite multipurpose kitchen mixer.
Italian kitchen brand Smeg has a fandom outside of stand mixers, from refrigerators to handheld blenders, espresso machines, and a whole bunch more. The upmarket kitchen essentials have a midcentury modern style that doubles as...
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