Sunbeam Mixmaster 2594 information from Consumer Reports

Sunbeam Mixmaster 2594

Approximate retail price:

$82.95

Summary:
This Sunbeam stand mixer
• is a tilt-head style. This model has
• a power burst setting, and
• stainless steel bowl
• 15 inches in height
• Beaters are not interchangeable, but are keyed.
• Mixer body detachable; can be used as a hand-mixer.
• 2 yr. warranty

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About - Sunbeam Mixmaster 2594
The Sunbeam Mixmaster 2594 is part of the mixer test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, stand mixer models like the Mixmaster 2594 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Bowl material: Either SS (Stainless Steel) or G (Glass). Bowl size (qt.): Manufacturer's claimed bowl volume, to the next highest half-quart. Weight (lbs.): Weight of mixer, bowl, beater/s, and cord, to the nearest one-half pound. Weight may be important if you plan to move the mixer in and out of a cabinet for storage.

About - Sunbeam Mixmaster 2594

The Sunbeam Mixmaster 2594 is part of the mixer test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, stand mixer models like the Mixmaster 2594 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Bowl material:: Either SS (Stainless Steel) or G (Glass).
Bowl size (qt.):: Manufacturer's claimed bowl volume, to the next highest half-quart.
Weight (lbs.):: Weight of mixer, bowl, beater/s, and cord, to the nearest one-half pound. Weight may be important if you plan to move the mixer in and out of a cabinet for storage.

About This Brand
Sunbeam's midpriced mixers come in five colors and are sold at Target, Bed Bath & Beyond, JCPenney, and a number of online retailers.

About This Brand

Sunbeam's midpriced mixers come in five colors and are sold at Target, Bed Bath & Beyond, JCPenney, and a number of online retailers.

Features & Specs - Sunbeam Mixmaster 2594
Detachable hand mixer Mixer "head" comes apart from the stand to be used as a hand mixer. Typically found only on light-duty stand mixers. Detachable hand mixer	Yes
Single beater style A single beater, whisk, or dough hook rotates in one direction and moves around the bowl in the other direction. This is in contrast to two-beater style mixers, with beaters similar to those of hand mixers, with a rotating bowl. Single beater style	No
Whisk For mixtures that need air incorporated, such as meringues (egg whites), whipped cream, mousse, and some types of cakes and custards. Whisk	No
Bowl-lift style Instead of a head that tilts up and down, the head is fixed and the bowl is held on arms that lift up (for mixing) and down (for stirring, or removing the beater and bowl). An "Open bowl" style has beater(s) that are placed on a spindle inside the bowl. There is no "head" to the mixer. Bowl-lift style	Tilt-head
Takes power attachments Many models offer optional accessories such as food grinders, pasta makers, or vegetable strainers. These attach to a power port on the unit. Takes power attachments	No
Two loaf capable Our Kneading score considers performance making one-loaf of bread. We attempted to make two-loaves if appropriate for the mixer, and list those that handled the task with little or no difficulty. Two loaf capable	No
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User Reviews - Sunbeam Mixmaster 2594

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BostonLisa

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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Poor quality

6/10/2011

Pros

Cons

Difficult to Clean

Best Uses

Comment:

It is difficult to remove beaters without having them fall into mixer! I need to use two thumbs to eject them. Also, the tilt release does not release! I have to scoop out the bowl contents, then place the mixer on the side, and after lots of wiggling, the tilt release button will work. Yuk!!!

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

Carrie

from

Mpls, MN

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Shocked mixer had lowest Rating

7/11/2010

Pros

Even Mixing

Cons

Best Uses

Cakes & Cookies

Comment:

Have owned and/or used the Sunbeam MixMaster for the last 35 years. The MixMaster has always performed extremely well and they continue to work for many, many years without any problems. I use the mixer 95% of the time for cookies, cakes, and desserts. I also remove from the stand to mash potatoes (without hand mashing first) and the mixer works extremely well for this also. Typically, I mash a 3 qt kettle full of potatoes. Can be considered a little heavy to use off the stand compared to a hand mixer but not cumbersome or too heavy to use as a hand mixer on occasion. I have not used it for bread dough so not sure how it would perform. However, I would HIGHLY recommend this mixer to anyone who wants a solid, reliable, cost-effective mixer for everyday use.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

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