SMEG Kitchen Machines: Stylish and powerful
Anyone looking to furnish their kitchen in the retro style of the 1950s cannot overlook the Italian traditional company SMEG. Since its founding in the post-war period, the manufacturer has been adept at adapting to the ever-changing needs of our society.
The SMEG kitchen machine impresses with its ease of use and reliable operation. This simple usability is reflected in the classic retro style of the kitchen machines.
The SMEG kitchen machine – what's inside
The Italian kitchen helper is available in eight different colours and comes in a classic retro look. The construction of the SMEG kitchen machine is robust and designed for simple, user-friendly operation.
The choice of materials leaves nothing to be desired. The motor housing is made of die-cast aluminium. Additionally, rubber feet under the metal base ensure a secure stand.
The performance of the SMEG kitchen machine
The SMEG kitchen machine features a direct-drive motor. This ensures good power transmission. The rather average motor power of 800 watts is hardly noticeable due to the use of the direct-drive motor. The SMEG kitchen machine can be adjusted to ten speed levels.
The different designs
There is only one model of the SMEG kitchen machine. However, there are different versions that vary based on design. The standard version is titled SMF01. It is available in eight different colours. The base is uniformly made of metal.
Models titled SMF03 are those that are designed entirely in a single colour. They are also marked with the reference to "Full-Colour".
The accessories
In terms of accessories, the SMEG kitchen machine is equipped as pragmatically as in the control elements. The standard accessories include:
- Aluminium flat beater
- Stainless steel whisk
- Aluminium dough hook
- Plastic splash guard
- Stainless steel bowl (4.8 litres)
Additional functions of the SMEG kitchen machine
Similar to other manufacturers in the kitchen machine segment, the SMEG kitchen machine can also be expanded with additional special accessories:
- Meat grinder set
- Vegetable cutting set
- Pasta roller
- Ravioli roller
- Tagliolini cutting set
- Spaghetti cutting set
With the additional attachments, it is easy to produce various types of pasta and cut them accordingly. Cutting vegetables and making minced meat also becomes child's play with the right attachments. However, it should be noted that the selection of different attachments and thus the functions of the SMEG kitchen machine are more limited than comparable products.
SMEG or KitchenAid?
If you want a kitchen machine in a retro look, the decision must be made between a device from SMEG or KitchenAid . This is reason enough to put the products of both manufacturers to a direct comparison.
Offer of different models
The clear winner in terms of model variance is the manufacturer KitchenAid. They currently offer five different models of their kitchen machines. They differ in equipment, performance, design, and accessories. The SMEG kitchen machines only have one model available in various designs.
Motor power
The kitchen machines of both manufacturers are equipped with a direct-drive motor. This prevents a reduction in power, ensuring that even heavy dough can be kneaded effectively.
Functions
Both manufacturers focus on retro not only in design but also in functions. Neither the SMEG kitchen machines nor those from KitchenAid have a lit display or pre-programmed functions. Thus, cooking functions are absent in both brands. The devices have ten speed levels.
Accessories
In terms of accessories, the respective kitchen machines are similarly equipped. However, a difference is that the accessories of KitchenAid devices can be interchanged between different models.
Conclusion
Ultimately, it is purely a matter of taste which of the two manufacturers you choose. The designs do not differ significantly, the functions are similarly limited, and the range of accessories does not offer major differences.
However, the devices of both manufacturers are only suitable for those who place a high value on retro style. Functions and accessories are more extensive in the same price category of around 300 to 400 pounds with other manufacturers.
Retro purists will be fully satisfied with the SMEG kitchen machine. It is easy to use but still offers a variety of options to make everyday kitchen life easier. Although SMEG only offers one model of their kitchen machine, this charming kitchen helper in retro style performs its tasks flawlessly.
