If you run a bakery or pizzeria, you know that a commercial mixer is the lifeblood of your kitchen. But even if your restaurant wants to create its own in-house dough or batter, you'll need a reliable mixer that can meet your volume and durability needs.

Whether you're just opening your business or looking to upgrade your kitchen equipment, it's important to know what to look for in a commercial mixer. We'll also share some top picks for mixers.

How to Choose Commercial Mixers

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When choosing a commercial food mixer, there are several things that you should consider. These include:

Type

There are three main types of commercial mixers. The right one for you will depend on your menu.

  • Dough Mixers: Sometimes called spiral mixers, these models are ideal for making dough. The spiral agitator is stationary, but the bowl spins to allow for quick and thorough mixing. These mixers are great for making large quantities of dough.
  • Planetary Mixers: These are considered vertical mixers. They have agitators with offset shafts. Unlike dough mixers, the bowl remains stationary during mixing. This makes planetary mixers ideal for mixing various things, from dough to meringues, icing, and even puddings.
  • Vertical Cutter Mixers: Equipped with high horsepower motors, these mixers have interior agitators that allow for quick, bulk mixing.

Consider what you'll be mixing when choosing a type. For example, if you'll be primarily making pizza or bread dough, then a dough mixer makes the most sense.

Style

Along with mixer types, you can also choose from a variety of mixer styles. These include:

  •  Countertop: Just as the name suggests, commercial countertop mixers are designed for countertop use. Typically, these models are 10 quarts or less.
  • Stand: Designed for use with equipment stands, a commercial stand mixer has capacities ranging from 10-20 quarts.
  •  Floor: Mixers with capacities greater than 20 quarts are considered commercial floor mixers.

Use

Now that you have a better idea of your options, it's important to consider what you'll be mixing with your machine. Different types of batter and dough have different consistencies, and this will be a deciding factor in the type of mixer you choose.

For example, stiff, thick dough will require a more powerful mixer than icing or pudding.

Consider how you'll use your mixer to determine which style and type are right for you. For example, if you need a mixer to create larger batches of dough or batter, then you'll need a model with a higher capacity, such as a floor or stand mixer.

Durability

Although all commercial mixers can stand up to commercial-level use, some models are better suited for higher-volume establishments.

  •  A standard commercial kitchen mixer is best suited for eateries that make their batter and dough in-house.
  • A heavy-duty commercial mixer is ideal for bakeries, pizzerias and other establishments that produce large quantities of dough or batter at once.

Best Commercial Mixer: Our Top 6 Picks

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Once you understand what type, durability, and style of mixer you need, you can narrow down your choices to find the best model for your establishments. To make your decision easier, we're going to share our top picks for the best commercial mixers.

1. Atosa PPM-10 Series 11

The Atosa PPM-10 Series 11 mixer is a heavy-duty floor model with three speeds and an 11-quart capacity. This model has a stainless-steel construction and is equipped with a 1 HP motor. The stainless-steel wire safety guard helps keep the workspace clean while preventing accidental contact while the mixer is in use.

The 30-minute timer, interlocked bowl lift, and non-slip rubber feet make this mixer a great addition to any commercial kitchen.

2. General GEM130

General's GEM130 is an all-purpose mixer with a 30-quart capacity and three speeds. Both liquid and dry ingredients can be mixed with this model. The 2 HP motor allows this mixer to handle tougher jobs with ease.

The GEM130 comes with a flat beater, spiral dough hook and a wire whip. With its durable construction, this is a mixer that will give you years of use.

3. Eurodib B8-ETL

For restaurants and cafГ©s that need a smaller countertop model, the Eurodib B8-ETL is an excellent option. While its capacity is only 8 quarts, the B8-ETL has a wide range of features, including:

  • Variable speeds
  • Planetary gear attachments

While this model has many functions and features, it's best suited for smaller commercial operations.

4. General GEM110

The GEM110 is a freestanding mixer from General with a 10-quart capacity and three speeds, allowing you to mix both dry and liquid ingredients.

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Along with moisture-resistant switches, this model has a stainless-steel bowl with a magnetic lock to keep it securely in place. The 1/2 HP motor will deliver years of use.

The GEM110 comes with a wire whip, flat beater, and spiral dough hook.

5. Univex SRM60

The SRM60 from Univex is a planetary mixer with a 60-quart capacity and a 3 HP motor. Four speeds, a SwingRing safety guard and a safety interlock switch make this mixer an excellent option for high-volume operations.

This mixer has a heavy-duty stainless steel construction that will deliver years of use. It also comes with standard accessories that are dishwasher-safe, including a dough hook, 60-quart bowl, wire whip, batter beater, bowl scraper, and ingredient chute.

6. Univex SL280

For super high-volume operations, the Univex SL280 is ideal. This heavy-duty model has a 370-quart capacity and stainless-steel bowl.

The bowl and the agitator have separate motors. This mixer also has two fixed dough hook speeds (95 RPM and 190 RPM) along with a reverse function. Low noise and low vibration mean that this mixer won't disrupt your kitchen.

A digital control panel and timers allow for easy controls.

Final Thoughts

Whether you're looking for commercial stand mixers, floor models, or countertop mixers, it's important to know what features to look for. Consider the type that will work best for your kitchen and the durability level that you will need.

We have a wide range of commercial mixers that are sure to meet your needs, whether you're in need of a smaller mixer or a large floor model.