10 best concrete mixers

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

The electric concrete mixer is one of the main participants in the construction work related to the preparation of concrete, plaster or tile adhesive. The equipment allows you to efficiently perform one of the most time-consuming operations for mixing sand, cement, lime or ready-made compounds with water. The operator only needs to load the components into the tank of the device in the right proportion, and the technician can do the job in a matter of minutes. There are no problems with unloading either, since concrete mixers have special rotary mechanisms or trays. A wide range of construction equipment is presented on the domestic market, so it is sometimes difficult for a buyer to choose the most suitable option. One needs to build a small bath, so you can stay on a compact model at an affordable price. And someone is engaged in professional construction or home decoration. In this case, you need productive and reliable equipment for many years. TO

Design features of electric concrete mixers

1. Most manufacturers, both domestic and foreign, produce products of the gravity type. The device has a rotating drum into which raw materials are loaded. Special metal blades are installed inside, breaking the concrete mixture. The greater the engine power, the larger the volume the concrete mixer can mix at one time. The time for preparing the solution depends on the rotation speed. For unloading ready-made concrete, there are handles or steering wheels, which makes it possible to completely empty the tank or do it in parts.

2. There are also mortar mixers on the market. They are structures with stationary hoppers, inside of which the auger with blades rotates. This type of concrete mixer has an important advantage. The device easily copes not only with liquid building compounds, but is also able to effectively mix thick and viscous masses. The finished solution is pushed out by the auger into a special tray, the height and length in some models can be adjusted.

Our review includes the best electric concrete mixers. The rating was compiled taking into account technical parameters, expert opinions and consumer reviews.

Rating of the best concrete mixers for home

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best compact concrete mixers up to 100 liters	1	Lebedjan SBR-100	13 919 RUB.
	2	Vihr BM-85	10 170 RUB.
	3	Caiman SPIN15A	104,990 RUB.
Best concrete mixers up to 150 liters	1	Prorab ECM	9,990 RUB.
	2	Zitrek B 1510 FK	16 590 RUB.
	3	Denzel b 200	15 639 RUB.
	4	Kraton BeeTone	12 799 RUB.
Best high volume concrete mixers up to 300 liters	1	Helmut BM260	42,040 RUB.
	2	Vihr BM-230	17 140 RUB.
	3	RedVerg RD-CM280	RUB 34,990

The best compact concrete mixers up to 100 liters

In most cases, a compact concrete mixer with a tank volume of up to 100 liters is ideal for domestic purposes. Such a device will withstand the construction of a bathhouse or a garage, will help carry out finishing work. The price of an electrical device fluctuates depending on the characteristics and design.

Lebedjan SBR-100

Rating: 4.8

Electric concrete mixers Lebedjan SBR-100 are widely used in various spheres of human activity. They are used in construction, agriculture and industrial facilities. With the help of this compact equipment, it is possible to prepare concrete mixtures with a particle size of up to 40 mm, as well as a variety of mortars. Light weight (55 kg) and comfortable wheels make the concrete mixer extremely mobile. The powerful 700 W electric drive guarantees trouble-free and long-term operation.

The manufacturer managed to create a simple and maintainable design. Replacing faulty parts will not be difficult for the owner without special knowledge. The operator's safety is achieved by installing a protective cover on the transmission gear.

Advantages

• reliable mixing plates;

• protective cover on the gear;

• durable drum.

disadvantages

• the engine is warming up;

• there are complaints about the assembly of the drive.

Vihr BM-85

Rating: 4.7

The best option for small volumes of work is the Vihr BM-85 concrete mixer. It allows you to quickly (3-7 minutes) prepare building mixes with a volume of about 65 liters. Such efficiency can be envied by competitors, and it is provided by a low-power (350 W), but high-speed (up to 30 rpm) motor. Mixing takes place efficiently thanks to specially shaped plates.

Due to the light weight of the concrete mixer (25 kg) and rubberized wheels, transportation or movement is not difficult. Convenient handle simplifies concrete unloading operation. The model is equipped with a protective cover that prevents dust and dirt from entering the engine compartment.

Advantages

• quick preparation of mixtures;

• affordable price;

• light weight;

• convenient unloading.

disadvantages

• weak electric motor.

Caiman SPIN15A

Rating: 4.6

The French Caiman SPIN15A mortar mixer belongs to professional equipment. With its help, both liquid and viscous solutions are mixed quickly and efficiently. The forced-type technique has a screw structure, the components must be loaded from above. The volume of an angular container is 60 liters; as it is prepared, the solution is independently unloaded through a special tray. The unit capacity is 15-18 l / min.

The mortar mixer is equipped with a powerful 1.4 kW electric motor and a patented gearbox. Thanks to this combination, high productivity and trouble-free operation are achieved. Unlike competitors, the Caiman SPIN15A mixer hopper can be easily disassembled and cleaned from the remaining solution.

Advantages

• powerful drive;

• operator safety; high productivity;

• ease of maintenance.

disadvantages

• high price.

Best concrete mixers up to 150 liters

When the total volume of the concrete mixer reaches 150 liters, then with such a unit you can safely build your own house. The equipment will provide a small construction site with the required amount of concrete or plaster. The safety margin may be enough for building a garage.

Prorab ECM

Rating: 4.9

The Prorab ECM 125 concrete mixer can become an inexpensive, but very useful equipment for the construction of a private house and summer cottage. With a drum volume of 125 liters, approximately 90 liters of concrete can be prepared at a time. The principle of operation is based on the traditional gravity circuit. The concrete mixer is distinguished by its simplicity of design and ease of use. Thanks to the cast iron crown, the drive works reliably and for a long time in the harshest conditions. The model is unpretentious, it successfully copes not only with a liquid mixture, but also with drier fractions. Special plates are responsible for the mixing quality.

The drum rotates at 27 rpm, and the mixer power is limited to only 550 watts.

Advantages

• affordable price;

• thick-walled drum metal;

• resistance to minor overloads.

disadvantages

• unreliable connection of the drum hemispheres.

Zitrek B 1510 FK

Rating: 4.

At first glance, the Zitrek B 1510 FK concrete mixer can scare away the buyer with a high price. But experts immediately notice some important advantages of the model. Unlike competitors, the model has a very spacious drum. If the total volume of the tank is 155 liters, then one load produces 110 liters of concrete mass. A powerful 1 kW electric motor helps the device to cope with a heavy load. Therefore, one Hungarian concrete mixer can replace two Chinese models. It is important to remove dirt from the drum rim when washing, since there is no protective cover on the gear.

Experts advise against moving a concrete mixer with a full drum due to weak wheels. But with a weight of 60 kg, the model is quite compact and can fit in the trunk of a car.

Advantages

• powerful electric motor;

• small size;

• high performance.

disadvantages

• weak wheel attachment;

• some fasteners need to be adjusted during assembly.

Denzel b 200

Rating: 4.8

Concrete mixer Denzel b 200 pleasantly surprises with its resistance to corrosion. The main reason for its reliability is the use of polymer coating by the manufacturer. An interesting feature for Russians will also be the preservation of performance when the voltage in the network decreases. This became possible thanks to the copper winding of the 1 kW motor. The built-in protection prevents the failure of the electric motor in case of overload or overheating. It is very convenient to fix the position of the tank using a foot pedal.

Despite the large total volume of the tank, the model is capable of producing 110 liters of concrete in one batch. At the same time, useless volume negatively affects compactness, losing out to Zitrek in this component. But the assembly looks decent.

Advantages

• good workmanship;

• resistance to corrosion;

• stable operation at reduced voltage.

disadvantages

• the tank is too big for this motor power.

Kraton BeeTone

Rating: 4.7

The volume of the tank in the Kraton BeeTone 160 concrete mixer can be used quite effectively. With a total capacity of 150 liters, about 108 liters of concrete can be prepared at one time. And this with a low power of the electric motor 650 W. To increase the productivity of the unit, the drum rotation speed was increased to 29.5 rpm. In addition, the drum configuration has been improved. Thanks to this, it is possible to prepare one portion of concrete or other building mixture in 3-6 minutes. The concrete mixer has a small height (1250 mm), which makes the loading of raw materials convenient and effortless.

The weight of the structure is 59.5 kg, which is comparable to the characteristics of competitors. But the presence of a protective engine cover can be attributed to the undoubted advantages of the model.

Advantages

• ease of use;

• high performance;

• engine protection.

disadvantages

• difficulty moving;

• poor stability.

Best high volume concrete mixers up to 300 liters

If a team of professional builders specializes in the construction of private houses or performing finishing work, then a spacious concrete mixer with a tank volume of up to 300 liters will help mechanize manual labor. Typically, these models are equipped with a reliable frame and powerful engine. The service life will mainly depend only on the accuracy of the workers.

Helmut BM260

Rating: 5.0

According to experts, the Helmut BM260 concrete mixer is the standard of reliability and durability. It can be used for both domestic and professional purposes. German quality is evident everywhere. The unit is suitable for those builders who value high performance. With a total tank volume of 260 liters, you can get a batch of concrete in the region of 200 liters. Thanks to a special handle, the prepared mixture can be discharged in batches. With an engine power of 1.8 kW and a rotation speed of 29.5 rpm, it is not difficult to quickly mix the raw materials.

One of the important elements of the concrete mixer, which has a positive effect on reliability, is the cast iron crown. The large filling opening of 390 mm makes it easy to load the necessary components into the tank.

Advantages

• large useful volume;

• reliability and durability;

• powerful engine.

disadvantages

• high price.

Vihr BM-230

Rating: 4.8

The Vihr BM-230 concrete mixer demonstrates a high level of safety. When developing the model, the domestic manufacturer focused on the strength and stability of the structure. The frame is made of robust metal elements that are well welded into a single piece. The drive will not let the builders down either; a cast-iron crown is attached to the steel drum. During operation and unloading, the concrete mixer behaves steadily.

It is very convenient to load raw materials into the large 230 l tank thanks to the 400 mm filling opening. Due to the low engine power (1 kW), you can get a one-time batch of concrete no more than 165 liters. Cooking takes 3 to 7 minutes due to the high rotation speed of 29.5 rpm. It is convenient to unload the prepared mixture, the handle is made in the form of a steering wheel.

Advantages

• robust construction;

• safe operation;

• convenient unloading.

disadvantages

• low engine power.

RedVerg RD-CM280

Rating: 4.7

For household use, the RedVerg RD-CM280 concrete mixer is perfect. Thanks to the spacious 280 l drum and the powerful 1.3 kW electric motor, about 200 l of concrete can be produced in one preparation. The device demonstrates fast mixing due to the high rotation speed of 27.5 rpm. The cast-iron crown of the drum, although it adds weight to the structure of up to 95 kg, is the key to durable and trouble-free operation.

The use of special protection prevents overheating of the motor. The manufacturer paid special attention to safety. The molded plug has a grounding prong. Large on / off buttons are installed in a convenient location for the operator. The inner blades are attached with hardware for quick replacement.

Advantages

• stable wheels;

• high power;

• high level of security.

disadvantages

• short electrical wire.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.