High-Performance 750W Forte Motor Powerful direct-drive motor delivers higher torque for kneading bread dough, pizza dough, cookies, cakes, and pastry batters. Smooth Start for Clean, Controlled Mixing Gradually increases speed to minimize splashing when adding flour or liquids, keeping countertops cleaner. SteadyMix Speed Stability Advanced speed control maintains consistent mixing power even with dense doughs for better baking results. 10 Precision Speed Levels Electronic speed control allows gentle folding, whipping, kneading, and mixing with professional accuracy. 5-Quart Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl with Handle Large 4.8L bowl capacity supports batches of cookies, cakes, whipped cream, and bread dough. Flex-Edge Beater Included Silicone-edge beater scrapes the sides of the bowl while mixing to improve ingredient incorporation and reduce manual scraping. Planetary Mixing Action Attachments rotate around the bowl for complete mixing with no unmixed pockets of ingredients. Premium Baking Attachments Included Includes stainless steel wire whisk, aluminum flat beater, dough hook, flex-edge beater, and Tritan pouring shield. Front Accessory Port for Optional Attachments Compatible with SMEG pasta rollers, grinders, slicers, and ice cream maker accessories (sold separately). Iconic 1950s Retro Design Durable die-cast aluminum construction with glossy finish brings timeless Italian style to modern kitchens. Bring professional mixing performance and iconic Italian design to your kitchen with the SMEG SMF05 Forte Stand Mixer. Designed for passionate home bakers, this stand mixer features a high-performance 750-watt direct-drive motor that delivers strong and consistent mixing power for everything from delicate whipped cream to dense bread and pizza dough. The planetary mixing action ensures ingredients are evenly incorporated, while 10 precision speed levels provide full control for every recipe. SMEG’s Smooth Start technology gradually increases speed, helping prevent splashing when adding flour or liquids. For improved mixing stability, the SteadyMix system maintains consistent speed even with heavier doughs, ensuring smooth batters and properly kneaded dough. The 5-quart stainless steel bowl with ergonomic handle provides ample capacity for baking batches of cookies, cakes, and artisan breads. Included accessories include a wire whisk, flat beater, dough hook, flex-edge beater, and pouring shield, allowing you to tackle a wide range of recipes immediately. How the SMF05 Forte Differs from the SMF03 The SMF05 Forte model introduces several performance upgrades compared with the SMF03. Most notably, the SMF05 features a more powerful 750-watt motor, delivering stronger torque for kneading heavier doughs and large batches. It also includes a flex-edge beater, which continuously scrapes the bowl for more efficient mixing. Combined with SteadyMix speed stabilization and Smooth Start technology, the SMF05 offers enhanced control and improved performance for serious home bakers. Finished in SMEG’s signature 1950s retro aesthetic with a durable die-cast aluminum body, the SMF05 Forte stand mixer is both a powerful kitchen appliance and a design centerpiece. Whether you're whipping meringue, kneading bread dough, or mixing cake batter, the SMEG SMF05 Forte delivers professional baking performance with unmistakable Italian style.