Hobart Mixer Types, Sizes, & Models
Hobart mixers are known for their powerful motors and durability. When choosing a Hobart mixer, consider the type, capacity, configuration, and application. The brand's commercial mixer lineup includes planetary and spiral models that handle tasks from general food prep to high-volume dough production. Explore this buying guide to choose the right Hobart mixer for your operation.
Types of Hobart Mixers
Choose from Hobart planetary, spiral, pizza, and cutter mixers to match your operation's production volume, recipes, and mixing needs.
| Mixer Type | Configuration | Capacity | Best For | Top Model |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Planetary mixer | Bench or floor | 5–140 qt. | General-purpose food prep | Hobart HL200-1STD Legacy+ 20 qt Planetary Mixer - Bench Model |
| Spiral mixer | Floor | 100–314 qt. bowl; 130–440 lbs. dough |
High-volume dough production | Hobart HSL130-1 100 qt Spiral Mixer - Floor Model |
| Pizza mixer | Floor | 60 qt. bowl; up to 90 lbs. dough | Repeated pizza dough production | Hobart HL662-2STD Legacy+ 60 qt Planetary Pizza Mixer w/ 2 Speeds & Stainless Bowl |
| Cutter mixer | Floor | 4 qt. | High-volume cutting, mixing, and blending | Hobart FP41-1 1 Speed Cutter Mixer Food Processor w/ 4 qt Bowl |
Hobart Mixer Models Compared
Choose a Hobart mixer by matching batch sizes and the heaviest product being mixed to the correct bowl capacity, motor power, and absorption ratio. Heavy or stiff doughs require high motor torque. Space and power requirements range from compact countertop units to large floor models that may require dedicated power.
Hobart Bench Mixer Models
| Series/Model | Bowl Capacity | Key Features | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| N50 | 5 qt. | Compact countertop design | Small-batch commercial mixing |
| Ecoline by Hobart | 10–20 qt. | Gear-driven transmission, 3 fixed speeds, No. 12 attachment hub | Commercial kitchens needing compact planetary mixing |
| Legacy+ HL120 / HL200 | 12–20 qt. | Multipurpose mixing, SmartTimer™, interchangeable attachments | High-volume commercial mixing |
| Centerline | 10–20 qt. | Digital controls, 3 fixed speeds, gear-driven transmission | Operations needing a countertop mixer with larger capacity |
Hobart N50
With a 5-quart capacity, the N50 provides compact mixing for smaller batches. It fits into small countertop areas or workstations, making it a practical choice for cafes, low-volume operations, or secondary prep stations.
Ecoline by Hobart
The Ecoline meets the needs of small- to medium-sized operations, including bakeries and catering businesses. Available in 10- and 20-quart models, it features a front-mounted No. 12 attachment hub, while the 20-quart unit adds a digital timer with minute- and second-level adjustments.
Hobart Legacy+ HL120/HL200 Bench Mixers
The Hobart Legacy+ bench mixers deliver heavy-duty performance in a small footprint. They offer larger capacities and versatile mixing, including a SmartTimer feature that provides automatic time recall for repeated recipes. Interchangeable attachments expand their capabilities, enabling one mixer to handle tasks such as mixing, whipping, and kneading.
Centerline by Hobart
The Centerline by Hobart bench lineup includes 10- to 20-quart configurations for operations with varying batch sizes. Its flexible design accommodates a range of food prep needs while conserving countertop space.
Hobart Floor Mixer Models
| Model | Bowl Capacity | Motor Power | Speeds | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL300 | 30 qt. | 3⁄4 HP | 3 fixed + stir | 15-minute SmartTimer |
| HL400 | 40 qt. | 1 1⁄2 HP | 3 fixed + stir | 20-minute SmartTimer |
| HL600 | 60 qt. | 2 7⁄10 HP | 4 fixed + stir | Power bowl lift, 20-minute SmartTimer, yoke and feet covers |
| HL662 | 60 qt. | 2 7⁄10 HP | 2 fixed | Power bowl lift, 20-minute SmartTimer, pizza dough application |
| HL800 | 80 qt. | 3 HP | 4 fixed + stir | Power bowl lift, 20-minute SmartTimer |
| HL1400 | 140 qt. | 5 HP | 4 fixed + stir | Power bowl lift, 20-minute SmartTimer |
Hobart HL300
The HL300 unit is a heavy-duty 30-quart floor mixer featuring a 3/4-horsepower motor and gear-driven transmission with three fixed speeds and a dedicated stir speed. Other features include a built-in 15-minute timer with automatic time recall, an ergonomic swing-out bowl design, and a manual bowl lift lever.
Hobart HL400
This mixer features a 11/2-horsepower gear-driven motor for high-demand tasks. Its 40-quart stainless steel swing-out bowl simplifies ingredient loading and unloading. Three fixed speeds and a dedicated stir speed provide mixing flexibility, while the No. 12 attachment hub accommodates compatible attachments such as meat grinders and slicers.
Hobart HL600
The HL600 features a power bowl lift that raises and lowers with a simple switch. Its 60-quart stainless steel bowl holds large batches of dough, batter, and other mixes. Four fixed speeds let operators mix ingredients smoothly, while the 2 7/10-horsepower gear-driven motor adds power for thick mixtures.
Hobart HL662
Hobart's HL662 is a 60-quart floor mixer that handles the demands of high-volume pizza dough production. The 2 7/10-horsepower gear-driven motor handles up to 90 pounds of medium and thick pizza dough or 60 pounds of thin pizza dough in a single batch.
Hobart HL800
The heavy-duty 80-quart stainless steel bowl handles 170 pounds of dough. Its 3-horsepower motor and quick-release agitators deliver consistent performance across mixing, kneading, and whipping applications. Four fixed speeds and a dedicated stir speed offer control across multiple recipes, and Shift-on-the-Fly™ controls let operators adjust speeds while the machine runs. It also includes a power bowl lift.
Hobart HL1400
This floor model has a 140-quart bowl for heavy bread dough, cake batter, and other bulk mixtures. Featuring a 5-horsepower motor that delivers strong, consistent mixing, the HL1400 includes a dedicated stir speed, power bowl lift, and swing-out bowl design.
Hobart Spiral Mixer Models
"For bread and pizza dough, a spiral mixer may be the right choice when the goal is dough development and consistent mixing." — Vitangelo Recchia, Owner, Bella Napoli Pizzeria & Restaurant; Marra Forni Ambassador
Hobart spiral mixers are floor-mounted units suited for thicker dough mixtures, including bread, pizza, pie, and bagel dough. These mixers feature two-speed spiral motors and rotating bowls with reversible drives. The bowl jog button lets operators activate the bowl without an attached spiral arm.
| Model | Bowl Capacity | Dough Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| HSL130 | 100 qt. | 130 lbs. |
| HSL180 | 150 qt. | 180 lbs. |
| HSL220 | 170 qt. | 220 lbs. |
| HSU440 | 314 qt. | 440 lbs. |
Hobart HSL130
The Hobart Legacy HSL130 is suited for high-volume bakeries and pizzerias. The 100-quart stainless steel bowl accommodates 130 pounds of dough while helping maintain a consistent temperature. It features a 6-horsepower spiral motor and a 3/4-horsepower bowl motor with two fixed speeds. Other features include dual 20-minute timers that let operators preset mixing times for both speeds, plus reversible bowl direction and jog controls that improve mix consistency.
Hobart HSL180
This mixer accommodates 150 pounds of bread dough or 100 pounds of flour. The mixer operates at two speeds: 100 RPM on low and 200 RPM on high, powered by a 6-horsepower motor. Dual electronic programmable timers can automatically shift the machine from low to high speed during a preset mixing program.
Hobart HSL220
This floor spiral mixer features a 170-quart polished stainless steel bowl and a maximum 220-pound bread dough capacity built for high-volume kitchens, bakeries, and pizzerias. A 6-horsepower motor powers two fixed arm speeds and a 3/4-horsepower bowl motor operates at 15 RPM.
Hobart HSU440
The HSU440 features a fixed, 314-quart stainless steel bowl that rotates in both directions to support consistency. It accommodates 440 pounds of dough or 240 pounds of flour per batch. The low fixed speed operates at 100 RPM, and the high speed operates at 200 RPM. Dual electronic 20-minute timers automatically shift between speeds during operation.
What Size Hobart Mixer Do I Need?
Choose a Hobart mixer based on the largest and heaviest batch you expect to prepare, rather than bowl capacity alone. Consider the mixer's batch capacity, motor power, and product specifications for the ingredients and recipes you plan to make.
"Operators should consider whether the mixer can scale with the business, such as choosing a larger mixer with a step-down bowl for current production needs." — Samantha Hanson, Senior Sales Development Manager for Hobart Food Machines
| Hobart Mixer Size | Consider It For | Top Models |
|---|---|---|
| 5–12 qt. | Small-batch prep and supplemental mixing | N50, HMM10, HL120 |
| 20 qt. | Moderate restaurant or bakery prep | HMM20, HL200 |
| 30–40 qt. | Medium-volume production | HL300, HL400 |
| 60 qt. | High-volume restaurants, bakeries, and pizzerias | HL600, HL662 |
| 80 qt. | Large production batches | HL800 |
| 140 qt. | Institutional or centralized production | HL1400 |
| 130–440 lb. spiral | Dedicated high-volume dough production | HSL and HSU series |
Hobart Centerline vs. Legacy+
Centerline 10- and 20-quart mixers are standard heavy-duty bench models designed for operations with multiple mixing applications, shorter operating periods, and limited batch production. Legacy+ bench mixers are Hobart's maximum heavy-duty models designed for demanding recipes and repeated use.
| Feature | Centerline | Legacy+ |
|---|---|---|
| Bench sizes | 10 and 20 qt. | 12 and 20 qt. |
| Models | HMM10, HMM20 | HL120, HL200 |
| Duty level | Standard heavy duty | Maximum heavy duty |
| Best for | Varied prep and shorter mixer use | Frequent or demanding production |
| Dough production | Occasional to moderate | More frequent or demanding |
| Mixing speeds | 3 | 3 + Stir Speed |
| Timer | Digital timer | SmartTimer |
Hobart Planetary vs. Spiral Mixer
Planetary mixers are suited to multipurpose food preparation, handling tasks such as mixing batters, doughs, and other ingredients with interchangeable attachments. Spiral mixers are designed for mixing dough, making them suitable for operations focused primarily on bread and pizza production.
"Planetary mixers still have an important place in foodservice because they can handle tasks that spiral mixers are not designed for." — Vitangelo Recchia, Owner, Bella Napoli Pizzeria & Restaurant; Marra Forni Ambassador
Choosing the Right Hobart Mixer
Choosing the right Hobart mixer depends on what you're mixing, how much you're making, and how often. For smaller general-prep applications, compare bench models such as the N50, Centerline HMM10 and HMM20, and Legacy+ HL120 and HL200. For larger batches, consider the 30- to 140-quart Legacy+ floor model lineup.
If dough prep makes up most of your workload, compare the HL662 pizza mixer with Hobart's HSL and HSU spiral mixers. Rather than choosing the largest machine, select one with the right configuration, duty level, and rated capacity for your most demanding recipes.
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