December 3, 2025, 4:55 am | Read time: 7 minutes
For Vorwerk’s smart kitchen appliance, you have to shell out well over 1,000 euros. TECHBOOK has calculated when and for whom the investment is financially worthwhile.
The Thermomix TM6 has many fans. Accordingly, there was a large rush when manufacturer Vorwerk introduced a new model called TM7 in February 2025. It has since replaced the TM6 and is available for around 1,500 euros.
The cooking machine from Wuppertal-based manufacturer Vorwerk combines numerous individual kitchen appliances into one device. It includes a scale, a mixer, a steamer, and a kneading and stirring device. There is also a step-by-step guide for individual recipes. Even more complex fish and meat dishes are supposed to be easier to prepare. However, this wonder tool has one major drawback: its confident price.
This raises the question of whether you can actually save money with the Thermomix in addition to time. While this shouldn’t be the only consideration when purchasing, it is still an important point. We assist with the cost-benefit analysis and break down for whom the investment in a Thermomix is truly worthwhile.
Overview
Example Calculation: Thermomix for a Family of Four
TECHBOOK has calculated for whom a Thermomix could be financially worthwhile. Inflation and rising energy costs are factored into the average cost of a meal. In our example calculations, we assume a family of four with a healthy appetite.
Example Family 1 eats together five times a week and is willing to fully rely on the Thermomix for preparation. Example Family 2 eats together even seven times a week but wants to use not only the Thermomix but also stick to the traditional evening meal.
Example Family 1:
Weekly Costs Without Thermomix: 162.90 Euros
- Food is ordered two evenings a week; at about 8.50 euros per person, this amounts to at least 68 euros per week.
- Cooking is done five evenings. Groceries cost an average of 4.63 euros per person. This results in total costs of 92.60 euros per week.
- Depending on which stove with what power is used, about 46 cents in costs arise in one hour of cooking.
- Additionally, there is the time that at least one family member must invest in cooking.
Weekly Costs With Thermomix: 132.86 Euros + Purchase
- The family must make a one-time investment of 1,499 euros for the Thermomix from Vorwerk.
- Ideally, the Thermomix replaces food orders.
- Additionally, there are the costs for ingredients. At 4.63 euros per meal and person, this amounts to 129.64 euros per week over seven days.
- In cooking mode, the Thermomix consumes just under 1 kWh depending on the specific program, so the costs are similar to the stove at about 46 cents.
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Example Family 2:
Weekly Costs Without Thermomix: 111.92 Euros
- Cooking is done four evenings. Groceries cost 4.63 euros per person. This results in total costs of 74.08 euros per week.
- On two evenings, there is a bread meal for 3 euros per person and meal. This will remain the same with the Thermomix. Together, this amounts to 36 euros in a week.
- Depending on which stove with what power is used, about 46 cents in costs arise in one hour of cooking. On four evenings a week, this amounts to 1.84 euros.
- Additionally, there is the extra time spent cooking, about an hour, that a family member must invest.
Weekly Costs With Thermomix: 111.92 Euros + Purchase
- The family must make a one-time investment of about 1,500 euros for the Thermomix from Vorwerk.
- Additionally, there are the costs for ingredients. At 4.63 euros per meal and person, this amounts to 74.08 euros per week.
- On two evenings, there is still a bread meal for 3 euros per person and meal. This remains 36 euros.
- In cooking mode, the Thermomix consumes just under 1 kWh depending on the specific program, so the costs are similar to the stove at about 46 cents.
Overall Assessment
Whether a Thermomix is financially worthwhile is an individual matter. Orders, groceries, and electricity costs result in weekly costs of 162.90 euros for Example Family 1. If all shared meals were prepared with the Thermomix, meaning no orders or restaurant visits, you could save 30.04 euros per week. With this weekly difference, our test family would have to cook continuously for nearly 50 workweeks–almost a year–for the device to actually pay off.
Since the Thermomix should be in use for at least two years due to its price, quality, and legal warranty, the purchase is more worthwhile in the long term. Especially since the Thermomix is designed as a durable device for which you can purchase a warranty for an additional three years. In this light, the TM7 should be in use for at least five years with proper use and care.
For the bread-loving Example Family 2, however, the Thermomix does not pay off financially. Here, buyers would need to value the time savings, potentially healthier diet, and convenience enough to justify the purchase. Those who want to rely entirely on the Thermomix for cooking can also save on the purchase of a microwave, kettle, and various pots. Or sell them profitably on Ebay.
Additionally, you gain some valuable time that is not lost in cooking–a value that everyone must quantify for themselves. However, it must also be noted that many families often put together a lunch from the leftovers of a cooked dinner. Here, the Thermomix could reach its capacity limits for a family of four when preparing the main course. However, if the Thermomix mainly supports the preparation of individual components like rice, sauces, or pasta, there is no problem.
Is the Thermomix Worth It for Couples or Singles?
A household with two people, behaving like Family 1, spends an average of 5.67 euros per person on a cooked meal plus food orders. Accordingly, such a two-person household with a Thermomix and without delivery meals would save a modest 10.40 euros a week. For the Thermomix to be financially worthwhile at the current price, you would have to cook continuously for at least 135 weeks or 31 months or two and a half years. After the price increase, the Thermomix only pays off after three years. For single households, the purchase is even less financially worthwhile.
And even in terms of the cooking experience, it’s a real question of type whether the Thermomix is perceived as an enrichment or a hindrance. Especially those who like to improvise and try out creatively may sometimes feel hindered by the Thermomix. On the other hand, those who only use a few functions like the rice cooker or mixer might be better off with one or two cheaper individual devices. However, those who really use the majority of the 15 functions and enjoy the device’s small storage space will be able to try out a wide variety of recipes.
Can Be Worthwhile from a Health Perspective
Financially, a Thermomix is hardly worthwhile for couples or singles. But: The kitchen appliance can help replace unhealthy convenience foods with fresh dishes. Homemade bread, fresh sauces, even yogurt or pickles–all of this could be made yourself. If you want, you can avoid unnecessary additives, plastic packaging, and flavor enhancers found in many everyday foods. Those who need to pay close attention to the fine print due to diabetes or intolerances could gain greater freedom with the Thermomix. Overall, a more conscious engagement with one’s diet can motivate a healthier lifestyle.
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Important Note: Recipes Cost Extra
But beware: The example calculations above only apply if you operate the Thermomix yourself. Those who want access to the large recipe database with “Guided Cooking” will pay an additional 60 euros annually for the recipe subscription since July 2024. Our example families would therefore have to cook continuously with the device for almost two more weeks to make this expense financially worthwhile.
Affordable Alternatives from 200 Euros
If the original Thermomix TM7 from Vorwerk is too expensive, there are numerous competitors to fall back on. The increasingly affordable alternatives, often available in Aldi or Lidl offers, cost only a fraction of the price. TECHBOOK has taken a close look at the Thermomix competition. The conclusion: Those who can do without smart frills like the recipe chip are also well served with a Thermomix alternative from the discount store.