Is the Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL worth it?
Great choice
Yes — for keen bakers and bread.
- Scales built in — weigh straight into the bowl
- 7 L and 5 L bowls included
- Strong enough for big batches of dough
- Large — check the space under your cupboards
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Get it if…
- You bake bread or big batches often.
- You're tired of weighing on separate scales.
- Power matters more to you than looks.
Skip it if…
- Your kitchen is small.
- You want a classic look or lots of colours — get the KitchenAid Artisan.
Things to know before you buy
- It's big and heavy, so it needs a permanent spot on the counter.
- Kenwood's model names are confusing: KVL85 is the XL with the 7 L bowl; KVC85 has smaller bowls.
T3 rates Kenwood's Titanium Chef as its top stand mixer, and the Baker XL adds scales that weigh straight into the bowl. A 1200 W motor and 7 L bowl suit bread and big batches. It is large and costs more than the KitchenAid Artisan.
Not quite right? Get this instead
KitchenAid ArtisanThe classic look and plenty of power for cakes and everyday dough, for less.
Titanium Chef Baker XL vs Artisan →How we reached this verdict
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: Tom's Guide, America's Test Kitchen, T3, manufacturer specifications.
Updated 8 Oct 2026How we decide