A budget pick for occasional DIY mixing of mortar and small batches of concrete.
Amazon $149.99The SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer and the Klutch 4.25 cu ft Electric Mixer are evenly matched, rated 2.7 and 2.6. The SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer leads on value. The Klutch 4.25 cu ft Electric Mixer wins on motor. The SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer costs $150 less ($149.99 vs $299.99).
A reasonable mid size mixer from Northern Tool for footings and small pads, but other mixers this size publish more specs and cost less.
Amazon $299.99Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer for value ($34.88 per cu ft ($149.99, 4.3 cu ft) vs $70.59 per cu ft ($299.99, 4.2 cu ft)).
- Choose the Klutch 4.25 cu ft Electric Mixer for motor (0.7 hp motor vs 0.6 hp motor).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 4 cu ft and up concrete mixer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer | Klutch 4.25 cu ft Electric Mixer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.7/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $34.88 per cu ft ($149.99, 4.3 cu ft) | 65 $70.59 per cu ft ($299.99, 4.2 cu ft) |
| Drum 15% | 10 4.3 cu ft drum | 8 4.2 cu ft drum |
| Motor 15% | 17 0.6 hp motor | 27 0.7 hp motor |
| Build 15% | 0 belt or ring gear drive, solid tires | 50 drive and tires not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| SILVEL 4.3 cu ft Electric Mixer | Klutch 4.25 cu ft Electric Mixer | |
|---|---|---|
| Drum | ||
| Drum volume | 4.3 cu ft | 4.2 cu ft |
| Drum speed | 28 rpm | - |
| Motor and drive | ||
| Motor | 0.6 hp | 0.7 hp |
| Motor watts | 450 W | - |
| Drive | Ring gear | - |
| Build | ||
| Air-filled tires | No | - |
| Weight | - | 97 lb |
