They're ideal for mixing, whipping or kneading small batches of batter, eggs or dough in low-volume establishments.

The standard bowl size is 10 litres or smaller.

With mixing bowls usually 20 litres or bigger, stand mixers are suitable for standard-duty and heavy-duty mixing.

Heavy-duty floor mixers are for high-output commercial kitchens.

Floor mixers can handle large batches of thick dough continually and efficiently. Their mixing bowl size is typically at least 30 litres.