I Rarely Have Time to Bake — Here’s Why This $60 Stand Mixer Was the Perfect Find for Me

I love to bake, but I admittedly don’t carve out a lot of time for it in my busy schedule. So when I do, I try to make the process as low-lift as possible. My big stand mixer lives on a kitchen cart and is a little heavy to move, so I usually unload it only for special occasions. But I recently got my hands on the bella Hand & Stand Mixer, and it’s safe to say that I’ve found my new favorite anytime baking appliance. It’s lightweight and great for small spaces — and it doesn’t hurt that it’s only $60.

This 2-in-1 appliance combines a hand mixer and stand mixer in one convenient package. You can use it as a covered stand mixer or as a separate bowl and hand mixer, depending on your needs. The hand mixer snaps securely into the lid and functions as a handle where you also control the mixing speed. There’s even a clear window that allows you to see inside of the mixer and add ingredients without removing the lid entirely. It also features a removable cover plate that can be used as a scraper and cutter.

The Hand & Stand Mixer comes with two beaters, two dough hooks, and two 3.5-quart bowls (one plastic and one stainless steel) that are all dishwasher-safe. It’s equipped with suction feet to hold it in place while mixing. Best of all, everything can be stored inside the bowls so you won’t have to worry about misplacing any attachments.

What I love most about the bella Hand & Stand Mixer is that it really is a mixer that I can use on a whim. If I have a sudden craving for homemade cookies or cupcakes, it’s so easy to grab the mixer and get started. I love that it comes with two bowls so I’m already set up to mix my wet and dry ingredients without dirtying up extra dishes in my kitchen. And because it’s lidded (as a stand mixer), cleaning up after I use it isn’t a huge chore.

I’ve been really impressed with this machine and happy with everything I’ve made with it so far. It’s certainly proof that you don’t have to spend a ton of money for quality kitchen appliances that do what they’re supposed to do.

Buy: Bella Hand & Stand Mixer, $59.99