If you already own a Thermomix TM6, you might be wondering the million-pound question:
“Do I really need the TM7?”
After all, the TM6 is still an incredibly capable kitchen appliance. It can chop, sauté, steam, weigh, knead, blend, cook and guide you through thousands of recipes.
So what exactly has changed with the Thermomix TM7 — and is it worth upgrading?
The short answer is: it depends on how you use your Thermomix.
Here’s my breakdown of what’s new, what makes a difference day-to-day, and who I think will get the most from making the switch.
First things first… what is the TM7?
The TM7 is the latest generation of Thermomix, building on everything that made the TM6 popular while introducing a completely redesigned interface, quieter operation, a more modern cooking experience and greater flexibility.
And yes… it’s black.
But this isn’t simply a TM6 with a makeover.
The TM7 has been redesigned around the way people actually use their Thermomix today — particularly if you cook frequently, use Cookidoo regularly or want more control over how you cook.
So, what’s actually new?
1. A completely new design
The TM7 looks very different from the TM6.
It has a larger, high-resolution touchscreen and a much more streamlined, modern appearance.
The design is also more open, making it easier to see and interact with the bowl and Varoma while you’re cooking.
And let’s be honest… if your kitchen is your happy place, the TM7 looks pretty gorgeous sitting on the worktop.
2. It’s significantly quieter
This is one of those improvements you really appreciate when you use it.
The TM7 has been designed with quieter operation in mind, particularly at lower speeds. The black casing around the stainless steel helps insulate sound. At speeds lower than 2, it’s silent.
If you regularly cook while the children are doing homework, you’re working from home, chatting with friends or simply don’t want the kitchen sounding like a construction site, this is a very welcome upgrade.
3. A bigger, more intuitive screen
The TM7’s larger screen makes recipes, settings and cooking information easier to navigate.
If you use guided cooking a lot, this is one of the upgrades you’re likely to notice immediately.
There’s more room to see what’s happening and interact with the recipe without constantly tapping around the screen.
And because Cookidoo is at the heart of the Thermomix experience, that improved interface makes a difference.
4. More flexibility when you’re cooking
One of the biggest changes with the TM7 is the ability to cook with greater flexibility.
The redesigned bowl and cooking system allow you to do more with your Thermomix while maintaining the guided cooking experience that so many TM6 owners love.
The Varoma has also been redesigned, giving you more capacity for steaming — particularly useful when you’re cooking for a family or preparing multiple components of a meal.
The open cooking mode, only available on the TM7, allows you to cook with the lid off.
But what about the things the TM6 already does brilliantly?
This is important.
If you own a TM6, you aren’t suddenly holding an outdated machine.
Your TM6 can still:
- Guided Cookidoo recipes
- Weigh ingredients
- Chop and mix
- Sauté
- Steam
- Knead dough
- Ferment
- Cook slowly
- Blend
- Cook sous-vide
- Make sauces, soups, desserts and much more
So if your TM6 is working perfectly and you’re happy with how you use it, you don’t need to upgrade simply because a new model exists.
The question is really whether the TM7’s improvements would make your cooking experience better.
TM6 vs TM7: what will I actually notice?
| Feature | TM6 | TM7 |
|---|---|---|
| Guided cooking | ✅ | ✅ |
| Cookidoo | ✅ | ✅ |
| Built-in scales | ✅ | ✅ |
| Touchscreen | ✅ | Larger, redesigned |
| Design | Classic TM6 | Completely redesigned |
| Noise | Quiet | Quieter |
| Varoma | Large | Redesigned with increased capacity |
| Cooking flexibility | Excellent | Greater flexibility |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi | Enhanced experience |
| Cooking functions | Extensive | Extensive + new features |
The important thing to remember is that the TM7 isn’t about replacing everything the TM6 does.
It’s about improving the overall experience.
So… is the TM7 worth upgrading to?
For me, there are a few types of TM6 owners who should seriously consider it.
You cook with your Thermomix almost every day
If your Thermomix is permanently on the kitchen worktop and you’re using it for breakfast, dinner, baking, sauces, meal prep and everything in between, even small improvements can make a big difference over time.
You love Guided Cooking
If Cookidoo is how you cook, the larger screen and updated interface are likely to be particularly appealing.
You cook for a family
The redesigned steaming capacity and greater flexibility can be useful when you’re trying to get several components of a meal on the table at once.
You want the latest technology
There is also absolutely nothing wrong with simply wanting the newest model. Updates like the new Arabic Language on screen is and will only be available on the Thermomix TM7.
If you love technology and enjoy having the latest version of something you use every day, that’s a perfectly valid reason to upgrade.
And who should probably stick with their TM6?
If you’re an occasional Thermomix user…
If your TM6 is still doing everything you need…
If you’re happy with the screen, capacity and way you currently cook…
I’d keep using your TM6.
There is no magic ingredient in the TM7 that suddenly makes a TM6 incapable of making dinner!
In fact, one of the best things about Thermomix is that the TM6 is still an incredibly capable machine.
What about buying a TM7 if you don’t own a Thermomix?
That’s a slightly different question.
If you’re completely new to Thermomix, the TM7 is the current model and gives you access to the newest hardware and cooking experience from the start.
And this is where I always recommend seeing one in action rather than simply reading about it.
Because Thermomix is one of those products where the difference between “That’s nice” and “Ohhh… I get it now!” usually happens when you actually see it cooking.
A home demonstration takes around 45 minutes and I can show you several dishes being prepared and cooked using the TM7.
You can see how the Guided Cooking works, ask questions, try the food and decide whether it would genuinely fit into your kitchen and your lifestyle.
No pressure. No sitting through a two-hour sales presentation. Just food, cooking and a proper look at the machine.
My verdict?
TM6 owners don’t need to rush out and replace their machines.
But if you use your Thermomix regularly and would benefit from a larger screen, quieter operation, redesigned steaming and greater cooking flexibility, the TM7 is a meaningful upgrade rather than simply a cosmetic refresh.
And if you’re new to Thermomix, the TM7 is the model I’d be looking at.
Ultimately, though, the best Thermomix is the one that gets used.
Because whether it’s a TM6 or a TM7, the real magic isn’t the machine sitting on your worktop.
It’s what you make with it.
And if your TM6 has helped you cook more, experiment more and spend less time standing over the hob, you’re already getting the most important benefit of all.
Curious about the TM7?
Come and see it for yourself.
I offer relaxed, no-pressure TM7 demonstrations where I’ll show you what it can actually do in a real kitchen, answer your questions and cook a few things along the way.
And if you’re already a TM6 owner, bring your questions!
Want to know whether upgrading would genuinely make sense for you?
Drop me a message and let’s work it out together.
Ankita, One Girl & Her Thermie
