Thermomix TM6 Forwarding Guide
Vorwerk All-in-One Cooker / Bosch Cookit / Kenwood / Magimix + Complete 220V Guide 2026
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How to buy Vorwerk Thermomix TM6 / TM7 (2024 new model with 7.5-inch touchscreen), Bosch Cookit / SilverCrest Monsieur Cuisine Smart (Lidl budget version), Kenwood KCC 9061S Cooking Chef Gourmet, Magimix Cook Expert, and De'Longhi Multifry from Vorwerk Germany / Bosch / SilverCrest Spain / Kenwood UK / Magimix France? Complete guide to Vorwerk direct sales, European 220V voltage, Cookidoo recipe subscription, bulky sea freight, and HowBridge forwarding.
🍳 Thermomix TM6
🆕 New TM7
🔌 European 220V
📱 Cookidoo
📦 Germany
Thermomix, created by Germany's Vorwerk Group in 1971, is the world's best-known all-in-one cooker. One machine covers 12 functions: weighing, chopping, mixing, kneading, steaming, cooking, slow cooking, high-speed blending, emulsifying, heating, whipping, and Cookidoo app recipes. By sourcing through Germany + bulky-item sea freight counter, one unit can save NT$10,000-25,000: Thermomix TM6 Germany EUR 1,499, after 19% VAT refund EUR 1,260 (NT$39,700), vs Taiwan NT$58,000 (32% savings); Thermomix TM7 (2024 new model) EUR 1,699, after refund EUR 1,428 (NT$45,000); SilverCrest Monsieur Cuisine Smart (Lidl budget version) EUR 379, after refund EUR 318 (NT$10,020), vs Taiwan NT$22,000 (54% savings); Kenwood KCC 9061S after VAT refund GBP 833 (NT$32,950), vs Taiwan NT$48,000 (31% savings). This guide covers 5 major brands, 220V voltage, Vorwerk direct sales, and bulky sea freight.
European 220V models cannot be plugged directly into Taiwan 110V outlets - Thermomix / Bosch Cookit / Kenwood are European 220-240V appliances. You need an electrician to install a dedicated 220V circuit (NT$5,000-12,000) or use a high-power transformer (1500W+). Confirm the version and installation plan before ordering.
📑 Table of Contents
🍳 1. 5 Major All-in-One Cookers
| Brand | Origin | Positioning | Flagship Model | Europe Price After VAT Refund | Taiwan Official Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vorwerk Thermomix | Germany | Global #1 all-in-one cooker | TM6 / TM7 | EUR 1,260-1,428 | NT$58,000 |
| Bosch Cookit | Germany | Thermomix competitor | Cookit Smart | EUR 1,092 (NT$34,400) | Not imported |
| SilverCrest Monsieur Cuisine | Germany (Lidl) | Budget model with 70% of functions | Smart | EUR 318 (NT$10,020) | NT$22,000 |
| Kenwood KCC 9061S | UK | Baking + multifunction | Cooking Chef Gourmet | GBP 833 (NT$32,950) | NT$48,000 |
| Magimix Cook Expert | France | French cuisine + slow cooking | Cook Expert | EUR 1,084 (NT$34,200) | Not imported |
Buying recommendations
- Best all-around choice / serious cooking → Vorwerk Thermomix TM6 / TM7
- Entry budget around NT$10,000 → SilverCrest Monsieur Cuisine Smart (Lidl)
- Baking + kneading → Kenwood Cooking Chef Gourmet
- French cooking / slow cooking → Magimix Cook Expert
- Bosch kitchen appliance ecosystem → Bosch Cookit
🆕 2. TM6 vs New TM7
| Item | Thermomix TM6 (2019) | Thermomix TM7 (2024 New) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | EUR 1,499 (after refund EUR 1,260) | EUR 1,699 (after refund EUR 1,428) |
| Touchscreen | 6.8 inches | 7.5-inch high resolution |
| Motor | 1,500W standard | 1,500W upgraded motor |
| Video guidance | Cookidoo recipes | Built-in video + Cookidoo |
| Smart sensing | Standard | Upgraded smart sensing |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes, upgraded |
| Upgrade path | Cannot upgrade to TM7 | - |
| Cookidoo app | Shared | Shared |
Which to choose
- Budget NT$40,000+ and best value → TM6
- Budget NT$48,000+ and you want new tech → TM7
- Already own TM6 → upgrade not recommended because functional differences are limited
💰 3. SilverCrest Monsieur Cuisine Smart (Lidl Budget Version)
SilverCrest is Lidl's in-house German brand. Monsieur Cuisine Smart is a budget Thermomix alternative with about 70% of the same functions:
Specifications
- Motor - 1,200W (Thermomix 1,500W)
- Capacity - 4.5L (Thermomix 2.2L)
- Touchscreen - 8 inches (Thermomix 6.8-7.5 inches)
- Functions - chopping / mixing / kneading / steaming / slow cooking / high-speed blending / heating / emulsifying + 12 preset menus
- Missing function - no Cookidoo recipes, but it has Lidl Smart App recipes
- Price - Germany / Spain Lidl EUR 379, after VAT refund EUR 318 (NT$10,020), vs Thermomix NT$58,000
- Warranty - 3-year manufacturer warranty
Buying notes
- Lidl exclusive - you need to buy when Lidl lists it, usually spring / autumn
- Limited stock - Lidl releases limited batches each year and restocks after sellout
- Buying channels: Lidl Online (lidl.de / lidl.es), eBay Germany secondhand, third-party buying agents
🍰 4. Kenwood KCC 9061S Cooking Chef
Kenwood, founded in the UK in 1947, is a baking legend. Cooking Chef Gourmet combines baking and multifunction cooking:
Specifications
- Motor - 1,500W
- Capacity - large 6.7L bowl (Thermomix 2.2L)
- Heating - 20-180°C temperature control + induction heating
- Baking focus - professional kneading with dough hook / paddle / whisk
- Colors - Silver / Black / White
- Price - UK GBP 999, after VAT refund GBP 833 (NT$32,950), vs Taiwan NT$48,000
Best for
- Baking enthusiasts making dough / cakes / macarons
- Large families or multi-person cooking thanks to 6.7L capacity
- People who like KitchenAid stand mixers but want more functions
- Users who do not need Thermomix chopping / high-speed blending and prioritize baking
⚡ 5. Dedicated 220V Circuit
Thermomix / Bosch Cookit / Kenwood are European 220-240V / 50Hz appliances and cannot be used directly with Taiwan household 110V outlets:
Option 1: dedicated 220V circuit (recommended)
- Ask an electrician to connect a dedicated outlet from a Taiwan air-conditioner 220V circuit
- Cost: NT$5,000-12,000
- Stable long-term use and better motor precision
- Plug conversion: European Type C to Taiwan 220V outlet, handled by the electrician
Option 2: 1500W+ step-up transformer
- Taiwan 110V → 220V
- USD 80-150 for a 1500W+ transformer
- Generates heat during long use and may slightly affect boiler temperature precision
- Not recommended except for short-term testing
Option 3: Thermomix 100V Japan model
- Vorwerk Japan has 100V / Japan-spec models
- Usable on Taiwan 110V within tolerance
- Can be purchased through Yodobashi Japan
- Some functions are slightly reduced, such as a lower boiler temperature ceiling
Option 4: alternatives
- U.S.-spec Vitamix A3500 (110V) + Instant Pot Pro Plus (110V)
- Replaces basic functions such as high-speed blending + slow cooking
- But does not include Cookidoo recipes or chopping workflow
📱 6. Cookidoo Recipe App Subscription
- Cookidoo is Vorwerk's own recipe app
- 50,000+ recipes, including Chinese, Japanese, and multilingual recipes
- Subscription fee: EUR 60 / year (NT$1,890)
- Syncs with TM6 / TM7 / TM5 and is shared across models
- Filter recipes by country, topic, ingredient, and cooking time
- Video guidance is built into TM7
- Supports Taiwan IP and Apple Pay / Google Pay subscriptions
💡 Cookidoo subscription is highly recommended - Thermomix's core value is its Cookidoo recipe ecosystem, guided automatic steps, timers, and temperature control. Subscribe in the first year to learn the workflow, then build a local recipe library over time.
🚢 7. Bulky Sea Freight + Duty
| Model / Weight | Hamburg Sea Freight | Transit Time |
|---|---|---|
| Thermomix TM6 (8.7 kg) | NT$2,500-3,500 | Sea freight 35-42 days |
| Thermomix TM7 (9.2 kg) | NT$2,800-3,800 | - |
| Bosch Cookit (10 kg) | NT$3,000-4,000 | - |
| SilverCrest Smart (8 kg) | NT$2,200-2,800 | - |
| Kenwood KCC 9061S (10.5 kg) | NT$3,200-4,200 | - |
| Magimix Cook Expert (8.5 kg) | NT$2,500-3,500 | - |
| Accessories (Varoma steamer / blade cover) | NT$220-580 | - |
Duty
- All-in-one cooker / food processor (HS 8509) - 5% duty + 5% business tax + 0.5% trade promotion fee = 10.5%
- Duty-free threshold is CIF ≤ NT$2,000, but cooking machines will be taxable
- BSMI certification - 1 personal-use unit may be exempt from BSMI; commercial use or 2+ units requires application
Tax-inclusive estimates
- Thermomix TM6 NT$39,700 + sea freight NT$3,000 = NT$42,700, tax NT$4,485, total NT$47,185, saving NT$10,815
- SilverCrest NT$10,020 + sea freight NT$2,500 = NT$12,520, tax NT$1,315, total NT$13,835, saving NT$8,165
- Kenwood NT$32,950 + sea freight NT$3,500 = NT$36,450, tax NT$3,827, total NT$40,277, saving NT$7,723
❓ 8. FAQ
What is Thermomix TM6? How much cheaper is overseas buying than Taiwan?
Thermomix, created by Germany's Vorwerk Group in 1971, is the world's best-known all-in-one cooker with 12 functions in one machine: weighing, chopping, mixing, kneading, steaming, cooking, slow cooking, high-speed blending, emulsifying, heating, whipping, and Cookidoo app. (1) Thermomix TM6, the mainstream model - Germany EUR 1,499 (NT$47,200), after 19% VAT refund EUR 1,260 (NT$39,700), vs Taiwan official NT$58,000, 32% gap; (2) Thermomix TM7, the 2024 new model not yet listed in Taiwan - Germany EUR 1,699, after refund EUR 1,428 (NT$45,000), adding next-generation touchscreen and video guidance; (3) Bosch Cookit, a Bosch competitor - Germany EUR 1,299, after refund EUR 1,092 (NT$34,400), not imported to Taiwan; (4) SilverCrest Monsieur Cuisine Smart, Lidl budget version - Germany / Spain EUR 379 (NT$11,940), after refund EUR 318 (NT$10,020), vs Taiwan NT$22,000, 54% gap; (5) Kenwood KCC 9061S Cooking Chef Gourmet - UK GBP 999, after refund GBP 833 (NT$32,950), vs Taiwan NT$48,000, 31% gap. HowBridge bulky-item sea freight costs about NT$2,500-4,500.
What is the difference between Thermomix TM6 and TM7, the 2024 new version?
Vorwerk released the upgraded Thermomix TM7 in 2024: (1) Thermomix TM6, sold since 2019 - mainstream model with 12 major functions, Cookidoo app, and Wi-Fi, EUR 1,499 (NT$47,200); (2) Thermomix TM7, new 2024 model - adds a 7.5-inch large touchscreen, high-resolution video guidance, smart sensing, and upgraded 1,500W motor, EUR 1,699 (NT$53,500); (3) Upgrade path - TM6 cannot be upgraded to TM7, but the Cookidoo app works across models; (4) Cookidoo recipe subscription - EUR 60 / year (NT$1,890), 50,000+ recipes; (5) Accessories - Varoma steamer / Cooking Sticks / Blade Cover + accessory sets EUR 100-280. Recommendation: budget NT$40,000+ → classic TM6 with better value; budget NT$48,000+ and want new technology → TM7; entry budget NT$10,000-15,000 → SilverCrest (Lidl budget version).
Thermomix vs Bosch Cookit vs Kenwood vs Magimix?
The 5 major all-in-one cooker brands: (1) Vorwerk Thermomix TM6 / TM7 - Germany since 1971, global #1, 12+ functions, Cookidoo recipe app, EUR 1,499-1,699, best for advanced households and serious cooking; (2) Bosch Cookit - Germany Bosch since 2020, direct Thermomix competitor, touchscreen + Cookit Smart App, EUR 1,299, best for Bosch kitchen appliance users; (3) SilverCrest Monsieur Cuisine Smart - Lidl budget German version, about 70% of Thermomix functions, EUR 379-450 and strongest value, best for budget and entry users; (4) Kenwood KCC 9061S Cooking Chef Gourmet - UK since 1947, focuses on mixing + heating, best for baking and kneading, GBP 999; (5) Magimix Cook Expert - France since 1971, French cuisine focus, EUR 1,290, best for French cooking and slow cooking; (6) De'Longhi Multifry / La Cucina Smart - Italy, EUR 800-1,200. Recommendation: all-around first choice → Thermomix TM6; entry budget → SilverCrest; baking → Kenwood; French cooking → Magimix.
Can European 220V Thermomix be used in Taiwan?
Thermomix / Bosch Cookit / Kenwood / Magimix are European 220-240V / 50Hz appliances and cannot be plugged directly into Taiwan household 110V outlets. Options: (1) dedicated 220V circuit (recommended) - ask an electrician to install one dedicated outlet from a Taiwan air-conditioner 220V circuit, NT$5,000-12,000, stable for long-term use; (2) 1500W+ step-up transformer - Taiwan 110V to 220V, USD 80-150 for a 1500W+ transformer, but transformers heat up during long operation and boiler temperature precision may be slightly worse, so not recommended; (3) Thermomix 100V Japan model - Vorwerk Japan / U.S. has 110-120V U.S. models / 100V Japan models, with some reduced functions; Japan Yodobashi can be used as a buying channel and Taiwan 110V is usable; (4) U.S.-spec Vitamix / Ninja alternatives - if you do not insist on Thermomix, a Vitamix A3500 + Instant Pot Pro Plus 110V combination can replace basic functions. Recommendation: serious cooking users → install a dedicated 220V circuit + European Thermomix TM6 / TM7; entry users → U.S.-spec alternatives such as Vitamix + Instant Pot.
How is bulky Thermomix sea freight handled?
Thermomix is a bulky item at 8.7 kg and about 35×33×34 cm. HowBridge bulky-item sea freight notes: (1) Thermomix TM6 (8.7 kg + 0.04 m³) - Germany sea freight NT$2,500-3,500; (2) Thermomix TM7 (9.2 kg) - sea freight NT$2,800-3,800; (3) Bosch Cookit (10 kg) - sea freight NT$3,000-4,000; (4) Kenwood KCC 9061S (10.5 kg) - sea freight NT$3,200-4,200; (5) accessories such as Varoma steamer, blade cover, and Cooking Sticks - regular consolidation NT$220-580; (6) recipe / Cookidoo subscription codes are digital and do not require sea freight; (7) packaging - factory foam + impact foam + double-wall corrugated carton + "Heavy + Fragile + This Side Up" labels; (8) internal water tank / boiler must be emptied and cooled; (9) glass / Tritan mixing bowl wrapped separately in bubble wrap; (10) mixing / chopping blade set is sharp and should be covered with a plastic protector. Across 280 HowBridge all-in-one cooker shipments, damage rate was 0.7%.
Does Thermomix Vorwerk direct sales have online buying? What about warranty?
Thermomix uses a direct-sales model mainly through Vorwerk consultants and official demos, but overseas forwarding still has purchase channels: (1) Vorwerk Germany official site (vorwerk.de) - direct sales, requires a German address, HowBridge a local consolidator warehouse in Germany address + German credit card, and overseas shipping is expensive; (2) eBay Germany / Amazon Germany - secondhand, refurbished, and some new units, EUR 1,200-1,500; (3) Lazada / Carousell Southeast Asia - Hong Kong / Singapore buying agents; (4) Vorwerk Spain / Italy / France - direct sales in each country, European 220V units available; (5) secondhand platforms such as eBay / Vinted, EUR 800-1,300. Warranty: (1) Thermomix manufacturer warranty is 2 years in the purchase country; (2) overseas secondhand / forwarded purchases can sometimes be maintained by Taiwan Vorwerk consultants in Taipei / Taichung for a paid fee of about NT$3,500-8,500 per visit; (3) Bosch Cookit / Kenwood / Magimix have 2-year global warranties and Taiwan direct stores for repairs. Recommendation: a 1-3 year old secondhand Thermomix + HowBridge sea freight + paid Taiwan consultant maintenance is often the best value route.
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