Size

• As stand mixers are hands-free appliances, they use a sizable amount of space on the counter top. These fixed appliances are powerful and can be used to make a large amount of batter and dough. Hand mixers are more convenient and portable; they are lightweight and some models are even cordless.
  
  

Attachments

• There are several attachments that can be used with both the hand mixer and the stand mixer. The hand mixer's attachments can do the same basic function as the stand mixer, but the stand mixer is capable of performing a wider variety of tasks, such as dough kneading.
  
  

Price

• Basic hand mixers are much cheaper than stand mixers. Hand mixers are an affordable, everyday kitchen tool, while stand mixers are a better option for commercial kitchens and serious chefs and bakers.