Benchmarx kitchens review

Benchmarx sells both flatpack and pre-built ranges. We put the Benchmarx Essence Flatpack and the factory-assembled Grey Cabinet range through our rigorous lab tests. 

We also surveyed Which? members and members of the general public to see how happy they were with their Benchmarx kitchen, and the service they received.

Like Howdens, Benchmarx is a trade kitchen supplier, so you'll need to find a kitchen installer to facilitate your project.

To see how Benchmarx performed, read our in-depth review.

To see how Benchmarx compares with Howdens, DIY Kitchens and other leading brands, read our assessment of the best kitchen brands

Benchmarx kitchens overall score

If you're considering buying a Benchmarx kitchen, discover how the brand performed in our assessments. Our overall scores combine expert lab test results and customer survey data from real owners.

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We tested 21 kitchen ranges from various brands, and the best of all the kitchens we assessed achieved an overall score of 82%. The top nine all scored over 75%.

At the bottom end of the table, the lowest-scoring kitchen earned 63%. Six kitchens from four brands all got scores of less than 70%. 

Scores for the two Benchmarx kitchens varied significantly – one scored 24 percentage points higher than the other.

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Benchmarx kitchens lab test scores

Will a Benchmarx kitchen stand up to everyday use? Our expert lab tests are specially designed to test this. 

Which? is fully independent, and we buy every kitchen we test, so you can be confident in getting an honest and unbiased review. 

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Our lab scores for all the kitchens we tested ranged from 89% to just 54%. 

One of Benchmarx's kitchen ranges lost a significant number of points for its hinges. 

Find out how we test kitchens in our lab

Benchmarx kitchens customer score

Want to be confident that Benchmarx is a reliable kitchen supplier? We spoke to people with a Benchmarx kitchen to find out how owners rate them.

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Our top two scorers achieved outstanding scores of 80% overall in our customer survey.

At the other end of the table, two brands scored less than 70% overall, and three got two-star ratings for customer service.

How well do Benchmarx kitchens last?

As well as asking Benchmarx customers to rate their kitchens, we also asked them to share whether their kitchen showed any signs of damage or wear and tear. 

We only asked people who reported buying their kitchen between 2015 and 2021, to get a sense of how they hold up in the long term. 

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On average, across all the brands we collected data for, 44% of survey respondents reported that their kitchen was showing signs of damage or wear and tear after at least five years of ownership. 

The most common issue was the finish of the cabinets being scratched (15%) and the soft-close mechanisms failing (12%). 

In contrast, just 34% of owners from the most reliable brand reported damage to their kitchen. 

Our reader survey also revealed the 7 things people regret most about their kitchen design

Benchmarx kitchens cost 

To find out how much you can expect to spend on a kitchen, we set up mystery shopping appointments to source prices for the kitchens we test. 

Unfortunately, as Benchmarx only sells to trade, we are currently unable to assess prices for its kitchens. 

We do have prices for other brands, including Ikea, Magnet and DIY Kitchens – check out their brand reviews for more information. 

See our kitchen planning ideas for a step-by-step guide on creating your ideal layout

Benchmarx kitchen design service

A total of 23 Benchmarx customers reported having used its design service. 

As we require a minimum of 30 responses to report on any aspect of a brand, this means that we're unable to give a rating for this service. 

However, we have ratings for almost all the other kitchen brands we've reviewed, including Ikea and Magnet. 

Benchmarx offers free design appointments that you can book online at benchmarxkitchens.co.uk. You can have an initial consultation online, but its full design consultations only take place in person. 

Benchmarx only sells to trade, so if you have a trader in mind before you start your buying journey, they can take care of the design process for you. 

Benchmarx kitchen installation 

Benchmarx is a trade kitchen supplier, which means it sells to tradespeople only. Therefore, you cannot fit the kitchen yourself. 

Benchmarx also does not recommend installers, so you will need to find one yourself, although Benchmarx can guide you through the process. 

To find a reliable fitter near you, use our free Which? Trusted Traders service.

How much does it cost to fit a Benchmarx kitchen?

To find out how much the average kitchen installation costs in 2025, we consulted the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS) database. It told us that the total cost of labour should be 20-30% of your total spend. 

For a full breakdown of kitchen costs, including installation, labour and individual elements such as kitchen islands and worktops, read our guide to how much a new kitchen costs in 2025.

We recommend that you always get at least three quotes from different traders before you start any job, and get a fixed-price contract if possible (this means the prices can not go up except in pre-agreed circumstances). 

Benchmarx kitchens pros and cons

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How to buy a Benchmarx kitchen

Like Howdens, Benchmarx only sells to tradespeople – you cannot buy a kitchen directly from the company, so you'll need to find a kitchen installer to facilitate your project. 

Benchmarx has the details of local installers, but it cannot recommend anyone directly to you. 

The process of buying a kitchen is as follows: 

• Research your kitchen – Browse the ranges on the Benchmarx website, or visit your local branch to meet a designer and see the kitchens in person.
• Measure up – Once you have an idea of the kitchen you want, measure your kitchen or use Benchmarx's free home survey service.
• Time to design – Book a free online or in-person consultation to design your kitchen.
• Install your kitchen – Benchmarx will work with your installer to find a time to deliver your kitchen.

Benchmarx kitchen ranges

Benchmarx Essence Flatpack is a slab kitchen that comes in three finishes: cashmere grey, matt white and sandstone oak. 

The Grey Cabinet range comes in shaker, slab and J-Pull styles, all with multiple finishes. 

Some of its ranges also come in True Handleless (a push-to-open system) or Benchmarx Design (made-to-order colours and finishes). 

Benchmarx kitchen unit sizes

All Benchmarx cabinets come in standard sizes, with 50cm and 60cm widths available. It also carries corner, tall and appliance units. 

Benchmarx kitchens guarantees

All Benchmarx kitchen cabinets come with a lifetime guarantee (equivalent to 25 years). This includes drawer boxes, drawer runners, hinges, adjustable cabinet legs, shelf supports, and wall-hanging brackets.

Benchmarx kitchen doors, drawer fronts and handles come with a five-year guarantee.

Find out more at benchmarxkitchens.co.uk

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