The best bread machines: TOP-15 models, features, pros and cons

There are a lot of models of home bread makers and getting confused in the set of functions is not difficult. To simplify the task of selection, we have compiled for you an overview of the best bakers with a description and basic characteristics.

Simple, inexpensive models

Budget bakers are very popular. Their difference from expensive "brothers" is in the material of which the body is made, power and the absence of some functions. However, they are quite able to please the owners with delicious pastries for little money.

Mystery MBM-1207

High-quality model with a set of functions. In it you can cook not only bread, but also muffins. Convenient controls, touch buttons and 19 baking programs. It perfectly kneads the dough, the baking is uniform, without holes.

The main characteristics are presented in the table:

Specifications	Description
Number of programs	19
Baking dish	loaf
Special programs	jam, sweet pastries, rye bread, cake, French baguette, wheat bread, wholemeal bread
Maximum baking weight	1,000 g
The number of dough mixers	1
Power	650 watts
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (width / height / depth, cm)	45/34/26
Weight, kg)	5,4

Advantages:

• touch control;
• timer;
• maintaining the temperature up to 1 h;
• kneads the dough well.

Disadvantages:

• no user mode;
• incomplete instruction;
• in some cases, bread does not bake.

Additional features:

• preparation of milk bread, yogurt, rice, sugar-free bread;
• the ability to choose the color of the crust;
• baking weight adjustment;
• dough kneading function.

The cost of this model is about 3,700 p.

Scarlett SC-BM40002

Simple and convenient device, control is carried out by 3 buttons. Only 9 programs, but there are all the basic functions.

The main characteristics are presented in the table:

Specifications	Description
Number of programs	9
Baking dish	loaf
Special programs	cupcake, french baguette, wheat bread, wholemeal bread
Maximum baking weight	500 g
The number of dough mixers	1
Power	530 watts
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (width / height / depth, cm)	24,3/31,7/22,4
Weight, kg)	3,9

Advantages:

• timer;
• maintaining the temperature up to 1 h;
• compactness.

Disadvantages:

• no protection from children;
• no user mode.

Additional features:

• kneading function;
• function of accelerated baking;
• making pizza dough.

The cost of this model is about 4,500 p.

REDMOND RBM-1908

It features excellent build quality and reliability. There are 19 programs in the device memory. It offers an extensive assortment of types of bread and other pastries.

The main characteristics are presented in the table:

Specifications	Description
Number of programs	19
Baking dish	loaf
Special programs	yeast-free pastries, preserves, sweet pastries, gluten-free pastries, rye bread, cake, French baguette, wheat bread, wholemeal bread, Borodino bread
Maximum baking weight	750 g
The number of dough mixers	1
Power	450 watts
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (width / height / depth, cm)	26,8/28/22,8
Weight, kg)	3,3

Advantages:

• compactness;
• timer;
• maintaining the temperature up to 1 h;
• good bowl coverage.

Disadvantages:

• rustles and vibrates;
• the case heats up;
• baking sometimes burns;
• fixed power cord.

Additional features:

• cooking milk porridges, soups, yogurt;
• extinguishing function;
• the ability to choose the color of the crust;
• the ability to adjust the weight of baking;
• kneading function;
• function of accelerated baking;
• spare blade for kneading.

You can get acquainted with the functionality of the REDMOND RBM-1908 bread machine in the video review below:

The cost of this model is about 5,000 p.

Gemlux GL-BM-789

Reliable and high-quality device with great functionality. The stylish case is made of reliable metal, the lid is made of chrome steel.

The main characteristics are presented in the table:

Specifications	Description
Number of programs	12
Baking dish	loaf
Special programs	yeast-free pastries, jam, sweet pastries, cake, French baguette, wholemeal bread
Maximum baking weight	900 g
The number of dough mixers	1
Power	600 watts
Body material	metal
Dimensions (width / height / depth, cm)	36/31/27
Weight, kg)	7

Advantages:

• timer;
• dispenser;
• display backlight;
• maintaining the temperature up to 1 h;
• low noise level;
• ease in management.

Disadvantages: inconvenient menu.

Additional features:

• choice of crust color;
• baking weight adjustment;
• kneading dough;
• accelerated baking.

This video provides an overview of the Gemlux GL-BM-789 bread machine:

The cost of this model is about 7,000 p.

Midea BM-210BC-W

The model is made in a plastic case, offers a choice of 12 programs and rich functionality.

ABOUTThe main characteristics are presented in the table:

Specifications	Description
Number of programs	12
Baking dish	loaf
Special programs	jam, sweet pastries, rye bread, cake, French baguette, wheat bread, wholemeal bread
Maximum baking weight	1,000 g
The number of dough mixers	1
Power	580 watts
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (width / height / depth, cm)	25,3/35,1/31,2
Weight, kg)	5,6

Advantages:

• timer;
• no smell of plastic;
• many modes.

Disadvantages:

• fixed cover;
• high noise level during the work;
• vibration.

Additional features:

• the possibility of making bread with apple, wheat, corn, soda, spinach, coffee, banana, with pineapple, with raisins, with sesame seeds, coconut, with walnut, orange, apple-oat;
• yogurt;
• pies (sponge cake, honey, berry-coconut, apple);
• rice pudding;
• choice of crust color;
• baking weight adjustment;
• accelerated baking.

The cost of this model is about 4,500 p.

Best mid-range bread makers

Such bread machines are ideal in terms of price and quality. They differ in affordable cost and an optimal set of functions, as well as build quality.

Moulinex OW2101 Pain Dore

A convenient device from a trusted manufacturer that combines many functions and cooking options.

The main characteristics are presented in the table:

Specifications	Description
Number of programs	12
Baking dish	loaf
Special programs	preserves, gluten-free pastries, rye bread, cake, French baguette, wheat bread, wholemeal bread
Maximum baking weight	1,000 g
The number of dough mixers	1
Power	720 watts
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (width / height / depth, cm)	31,8/33,9/35,6
Weight, kg)	3,9

Advantages:

• compactness;
• multifunctionality;
• timer;
• LCD interface.

Disadvantages:

• no display backlight;
• noise when kneading dough;
• uninformative instruction.

Additional features:

• the possibility of making porridge;
• signal to add ingredients;
• choice of crust color;
• baking weight adjustment;
• kneading dough;
• accelerated baking.

Video review of the Moulinex OW2101 Pain Dore bread machine and its functions:

The cost of this model is about 8,000 p.

Philips HD9016

The bread machine is rich in functionality and quality of execution of the body and parts. An informative and colorful recipe book and the possibility of preparing whole-grain and yeast-free pastries.

ABOUTThe main characteristics are presented in the table:

Specifications	Description
Number of programs	12
Baking dish	loaf
Special programs	yeast-free pastries, jam, sweet pastries, gluten-free pastries, wheat bread, wholemeal bread
Maximum baking weight	1,000 g
The number of dough mixers	1
Power	550 watts
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (width / height / depth, cm)	28/29/31,5
Weight, kg)	4,4

Advantages:

• ease of use;
• timer;
• no smell of plastic.

Disadvantages:

• stamped metal baking dish (not cast);
• noise when mixing dough.

Additional features:

• choice of crust color;
• baking weight adjustment;
• kneading dough;
• accelerated baking;
• the possibility of cooking yogurt.

The cost of this model is about 8,500 p.

REDMOND RBM-M1919

Satisfied economical model with stainless steel housing, the bowl is treated with non-stick coating.

Main characteristics presented in the table:

Specifications	Description
Number of programs	25
Baking dish	loaf
Special programs	jam, gluten-free pastries, rye bread, cake, French baguette, wheat bread, wholemeal bread, Borodino bread
Maximum baking weight	1,000 g
The number of dough mixers	1
Power	550 watts
Body material	metal
Dimensions (width / height / depth, cm)	36,9/26,7/30,6
Weight, kg)	5,3

Advantages:

• many programs;
• ergonomic shape;
• touch control;
• display backlight;
• timer;
• ceramic coating of baking dish;
• user mode.

Disadvantages:

• dim display;
• noisy work;
• large sizes and weight.

Additional features:

• multi-baker;
• adding ingredients by sound;
• cooking yogurt, milk porridge, soup, biscuit
• extinguishing program;
• choice of crust color;
• baking weight adjustment;
• kneading dough;
• accelerated baking.

You can see the review of the REDMOND RBM-M1919 bread machine in the following video:

The cost of this model is about 11,000 p.

Stadler Form Baker One SFBM.990

Stylish model made in an unusual design. Equipped with overheat protection.

Main characteristics presented in the table:

Specifications	Description
Number of programs	19
Baking dish	loaf
Special programs	sweet pastries, rye bread, French baguette, wheat bread, wholemeal bread
Maximum baking weight	900 g
The number of dough mixers	1
Power	615 watts
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (width / height / depth, cm)	38/33,5/29
Weight, kg)	6.5

Advantages:

• design;
• timer;
• display backlight;
• dispenser;
• there is a folding kneading blade for easy extraction from a loaf;
• low noise level;
• removable cover.

Disadvantages:

• short cable;
• small viewing window.

Additional features:

• choice of crust color;
• baking weight adjustment;
• kneading dough;
• accelerated baking.

The cost of this model is about 10,000 p.

Philips HD9046

A model for fans of minimalism, made in a stylish black color. The design is thought out to the smallest detail. Compact device with convenient panel placement.

Main characteristics presented in the table:

Specifications	Description
Number of programs	14
Baking dish	loaf
Special programs	yeast-free pastries, jam, sweet pastries, gluten-free pastries, cake, wholemeal bread
Maximum baking weight	1,000 g
The number of dough mixers	1
Power	600 watts
Body material	plastic
Dimensions (width / height / depth, cm)	25/31/32
Weight, kg)	5,1

Advantages:

• build quality;
• user mode;
• timer;
• a wide and short glass that is easy to wash;
• almost silent work.

Disadvantages:

• no protection from children;
• loud and long sound shutdown sound.

Additional features:

• the possibility of cooking yogurt;
• choice of crust color;
• baking weight adjustment;
• kneading dough.

An overview of the features and the Philips HD9046 model in the video below:

The cost of this model is about 10,000 p.

Premium Baker Rating

Premium class bread makers are professional machines with many functions and modes. They cost a lot, but the functionality of many of them is huge.

Stadler Form Baker Two SFBM.9900

One of the most affordable devices in its price segment. Simple and high-quality bread machine with 19 programs and the possibility make jam.

Key features presented in the table:

Specifications	Description
Number of programs	19
Baking dish	loaf
Special programs	wholemeal bread, jam, jam, french bread, wheat bread, muffin, rye bread
Maximum baking weight	900 g
The number of dough mixers	1
Power	650 watts
Body material	metal, there are plastic elements
Dimensions (width / height / depth, cm)	33/43/38
Weight, kg)	7,3

Advantages:

• timer;
• display backlight;
• dispenser;
• low noise level;
• folding kneading paddle for easy extraction from a loaf.

Disadvantages:

• small viewing window;
• twitching when kneading dough;
• short cable.

Additional features:

• choice of crust color;
• baking weight adjustment;
• kneading dough.

The cost of this model is about 10,000 p.

Panasonic SD-ZB2502

The model is made in a stylish design, compact, but functional. The baking is homogeneous.

Key features presented in the table:

Specifications	Description
Number of programs	12
Baking dish	loaf
Special programs	jam, sweet pastries, gluten-free pastries, rye bread, cake, French baguette
Maximum baking weight	1,250 g
The number of dough mixers	1
Power	550 watts
Body material	metal
Dimensions (width / height / depth, cm)	25,6/38,2/38,9
Weight, kg)	7,6

Advantages:

• timer;
• dispenser for raisins, nuts, yeast;
• diamond fluoride non-stick coating;
• spatula for kneading rye bread;
• many recipes in the instructions.

Disadvantages:

• price;
• no protection from children;
• fixed cover;
• short cord.

Additional features:

• syrup fruit preparation program;
• choice of crust color;
• baking weight adjustment;
• kneading dough.

You can see the Panasonic SD-ZB2502 model, as well as get acquainted with its functions in the video below:

The cost of this model is about 16,000 p.

Sana smart basic

A multifunctional device with 7 main programs, but the ability to create your own programs. Equipped with 2 memory chips.

Key features presented in the table:

Specifications	Description
Number of programs	7
Baking dish	loaf
Special programs	yeast-free pastries, jam, yeast bread and dark wheat flour bread
Maximum baking weight	1,700 g
The number of dough mixers	2
Power	815 watts
Body material	metal
Dimensions (width / height / depth, cm)	40/30/24
Weight, kg)	10

Advantages:

• timer;
• display backlight;
• user mode;
• Teflon shape and blades in the set.

Disadvantages: price.

Additional features:

• choice of crust color;
• baking weight adjustment
• the possibility of making sourdough (yeast) and malt;
• prepares jam and yoghurts;
• the possibility of cooking meat and fish.

The cost of this model is about 22,700 p.

Sana exclusive

Multifunctional bread maker made in a stylish and unique design made of stainless steel.

Key features presented in the table:

Specifications	Description
Number of programs	7
Baking dish	loaf, baguette
Special programs	yeast-free pastries, jam, wheat bread
Maximum baking weight	1,700 g
The number of dough mixers	2
Power	815 watts
Body material	metal
Dimensions (width / height / depth, cm)	40/30/22,5
Weight, kg)	10

Advantages:

• user mode;
• display backlight;
• many modes.

Disadvantages: price.

Additional features:

• baking weight adjustment;
• kneading dough;
• multi-thermometer;
• baguette;
• set for pace;
• program “yogurt”, “malt”, “tempe cheese”.

An overview of this model in the video below:

The cost of this model is about 31,000 p.

BORK X780

Multifunctional bread maker with a simple design. Equipped with 17 programs, the possibility of baking round bread.

Key features presented in the table:

Specifications	Description
Number of programs	17
Baking dish	loaf, round, baguette
Special programs	preserves, sweet pastries, gluten-free pastries, rye bread, cake, French baguette, wheat bread, wholemeal bread
Maximum baking weight	900 g
The number of dough mixers	2
Power	520 watts
Body material	metal
Dimensions (width / height / depth, cm)	24/30/39
Weight, kg)	7,65

Advantages:

• timer;
• 2 dispensers;
• display backlight;
• illumination of the working chamber;
• child protection.

Disadvantages:

• quiet sound of the end of cooking;
• no recipes.

Additional features:

• choice of crust color;
• baking weight adjustment;
• kneading dough;
• accelerated baking;
• slow cooking mode.

The cost of this model is about 32,900 p.

A bread machine is an indispensable assistant for lovers of delicious and homemade pastries. Given the price and functionality of the proposed models, you can choose the device that best suits you in terms of characteristics and cost.