Shoppers are rushing to snap up a budget-friendly stand mixer that’s similar to an expensive brand – but it’s on sale for hundreds of pounds cheaper.
George at Asda is flogging its stylish White Scandi Stand Mixer for a reduced price of £44.76.
The budget mixer was previously priced at £55, saving shoppers a further £10[/caption]
Shoppers reckon it’s a bargain alternative to a KitchenAid, which is currently selling for a whopping £381.65 on the brand’s own website.
The budget mixer was previously priced at £55, meaning shoppers can save just over £10 in the current clearance.
It features a 600W motor, 7 speed settings and a 5L stainless steel mixing bowl.
The lightweight machine also includes dishwasher-safe attachments – a whisk, dough hooks, and paddle – plus a removable splash guard to help keep mess to a minimum.
One delighted customer raved: “This is my second one of these (my previous one had an electrical issue) which they refunded me even after 2 years of having it! I replaced it with another and they are perfect for home baking. Highly recommend.”
Another wrote: “Purchased to make birthday cakes – looks amazing, love the white and the wood look. Brilliant for the price and powerful.”
A third added: “I bought this product more than six months ago. It really helps me when I do cakes. It is a very excellent product.”
But not everyone was as impressed, with some users reporting issues with durability.
One shopper claimed: “Lasted a few months but the attachments ended up breaking. The whisk fell to pieces just from cake batter and the screws went into the mixture.”
Another added: “Bought this in March, used a handful of times and it just died – less than four months for something that’s used a handful of times is shocking.”
Still, with hundreds of positive reviews and a price tag that’s a fraction of a high-end mixer, it could be worth getting if you’re on a budget.
Remember to compare prices across lots of retailers before investing in an appliance like this, as you may find a better deal elsewhere.
Elsewhere, Aldi is selling a popular baking must-have for £216 cheaper than one from Lakeland.
The bargain retailer is bringing out its own pastel take on the classic stand mixer, just in time for Easter – and shoppers are already gearing up to bag one before they sell out.
Lakeland’s 6.5L Digital Stand Mixer can cost you up to £249.99, but Aldi has a dupe that is cooking up excitement.
And Aldi’s returning Classic Stand Mixer is being scanned for £34.99 and is a must-have for any kitchen.
Last week, the retailer announced it was flogging a garden gadget for £160 less than Karcher.
The budget supermarket is still currently selling the FERREX High Pressure Washer for just £89.99.
This type of product has proven to be a hit with customers in recent years.
The deal will save shoppers a tidy sum compared to big name brands.
This includes Karcher’s high pressure washer, which costs between £200 to £250, depending on the offers and promotional events.
When’s the best time to shop at Aldi?
WHEN it comes to shopping at Aldi, the best time to do so depends on what you want to buy.
For reduced items – when shops open
Red sticker items are rare at Aldi’s 830 UK stores, but the supermarket says that none of its food goes to waste so there are some to be found – if you’re quick.
A spokesman for the supermarket said: “All items are reduced to 50 per cent of the recommend sales price before stores open on their best before or use by dates.”
That means you have the best chance of finding reduced food items if you go into stores as soon as it opens.
Opening times vary by shop but a majority open from 7am or 8am. You can find your nearest store’s times by using the supermarket’s online shop finder tool.
For Specialbuys – Thursdays and Sundays
Specialbuys are Aldi’s weekly collection of items that it doesn’t normally sell, which can range from pizza ovens to power tools.
New stock comes into stores every Thursday and Sunday, so naturally, these are the best days to visit for the best one-off special deals.
For an even better chance of bagging the best items, head there for your local store’s opening time.
Remember: once they’re gone, they’re gone, so if there’s something you really want, visit as early as possible
Remember to compare prices
Websites like Trolley and Price Spy let you compare thousands of products across different retailers to find the best price.
Price Spy even lets you see how much an item has cost over time.
A quick scan on the Google Shopping/Product tab will also bring up how much retailers are selling a certain item for too.
How to save money at Asda
It’s worth signing up to the Asda Rewards scheme to save money at the supermarket.
The loyalty scheme, which is free to join, lets you earn Cashpot points by completing “missions” like hitting spending targets or buying products in certain categories.
You can also earn cashback by buying “star” products.
If you’re a regular shopper and often go for Asda’s premium lines, it’s worth taking on the “downshifting” challenge, too.
This means going for budget lines instead, which could save you hundreds of pounds a year on your shopping.
It’s worth joining specific Facebook groups where shoppers flag bargain deals they’ve found online or in-store.
Two worth checking are the Latest Deals Facebook Group and the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK Facebook group.
The Sun revealed earlier this year the best time to score deals at Asda is once in the morning and again in the evening.
Look out for fresh produce like fruit and veg, often reduced to as low as 10p, especially during the morning reductions.
Check the reduced shelf throughout the day as different times can offer varying discounts.
How to bag a bargain
SUN Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to find a cut-price item and bag a bargain…
Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with.
Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks.
Sales are when you can pick up a real steal.
Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on.
Sign up to mailing lists and you’ll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too.
When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use vouchercodes.co.uk and myvouchercodes.co.uk are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer.
Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. Trolley.co.uk app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping.
Bargain hunters can also use B&M’s scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out.
And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you’ll get some of your money back or a discount on the item.
It’s a bargain alternative to a KitchenAid, selling for a whopping £381.65[/caption]
