We tested the new Davo mixer: is it really necessary to pay 3,500 shekels?
The new Davo Pro DSM5455 is relatively compact, less powerful, and significantly cheaper than the model we have used for years. We kneaded dough from a kilo of flour, whipped, mixed, and tested it — can a 1,890 shekel mixer really give the home baker everything they need? The answer surprised us.
For several years now, we have been working with a Davo mixer, model DSM5750, and overall we are very satisfied — much more than we were with less expensive and better-looking mixers from other companies. On the other hand, it is worth being satisfied after investing 3,500 shekels in a mixer. Now a new Davo Pro has appeared, which costs much less — an excellent opportunity to check if it is possible to meet the needs of a home baker for a slightly less extreme amount. So, we tested the new Davo DSM5455, which costs about 1,890 shekels, and these are our conclusions.
The new Davo mixer is a real sweetheart; it sits on the counter without shouting 'I am a mixer and I am here!' — owners of small kitchens will see this as a significant advantage. When you place it next to the traditional 5750 model, the differences are very noticeable. The power of the new mixer is 1,200 watts, compared to 1,800 watts in the old model, and the bowl size is 6 liters instead of 7. So yes, it is a less powerful machine, but the really important question is whether it is enough to do the job.
The dough test
One of the first questions bakers ask when checking a new mixer is how much dough can be kneaded in it. A mixer that cannot handle dough from one kilo of flour is usually disqualified immediately. The new Davo is a solid performer — we prepared dough from a kilo of flour, including heavy sourdough, and it stood up to it heroically. It does not pretend to handle more than that, so if you are into large-scale challah production, this is probably not the mixer for you.
Its kneading speed is relatively low, and the instructions suggest not exceeding speed 3. However, even when we pushed it to speed 4, it worked beautifully and stably. When we tried the whipping program, the lower power was more noticeable, but it still managed to whip heavy cream and egg whites well. The paddle attachment also yielded good results.
Comfort and usability
In terms of performance, we understood that the new Davo is weaker than the 5750, but still strong enough to meet our needs. But here we reach the point where it even surpasses the older, more powerful model: it is more comfortable to work with. It features a much larger and clearer touch screen for selecting actions — kneading, whipping, or mixing — as well as power and time. The operation is user-friendly, and it is very easy to set a timer.
Beyond that, there are lessons that seem to have been learned from the old mixer and applied well in the new Davo. The most important is the structure of the plastic cover; in our old mixer, its position did not allow for the convenient addition of ingredients during operation, but in the new Davo, this problem has been completely solved (although the dough hook is designed in a way that makes it slightly difficult to clean, which is worth improving in future versions).
In summary: if you are a professional baker who prepares 4 loaves or more in every round, the Davo Pro 5455 will not be enough for you. But if you are one of those people who make two challahs every Friday, plus occasional whipping and mixing, you have an opportunity here to save quite a bit. The DSM5455 is a cost-effective solution that provides excellent value for money.
