Our take
Hamilton Beach's Premium 29888 centers its 14-cycle menu around an automatic fruit-and-nut dispenser. Add-ins can be loaded at the beginning; the dispenser holds about one-half cup and releases ingredients at the programmed point, with eight beeps when it does so. Basic, French, Sweet, and Whole Grain accept 1 lb, 1.5 lb, or 2 lb loaves, while the Express settings are fixed at 1.5 lb and 2 lb. Gluten-Free is a dedicated cycle but has no selectable size control; the manual supplies a separate 1.5 lb recipe containing warm milk and eggs. The 1.5 lb and 2 lb Express cycles last 80 and 115 minutes, and Quick Bread is a separate no-yeast setting. Delay Start reaches 15 hours ahead, plus cycle time, on six named cycles. The product also has one-hour Keep Warm and adjustable Rise and Bake times. One paddle is shown; the removable lid must be wiped clean, not put in a dishwasher. The manual warns that the unit can wobble or walk while kneading. Hamilton Beach marked it No Longer Available, and its historic Amazon pages did not confirm current offers.
Bakers who want automatic dispensing and several specialty cycles, and can load the dispenser before starting, observe the timer's perishable-ingredient limits, and secure adequate counter space..
Not for buyers who need automatic dispensing across every program, a Gluten-Free size selector, an unattended delay for dairy or egg recipes, a dishwasher-safe removable lid, or verified current Amazon availability.
Pros & cons
What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.
What works in its favor
- The automatic Mix-in Dispenser holds about one-half cup and releases loaded ingredients during compatible cycles.
- Four standard cycles offer three loaf sizes, while the 14-setting menu includes Gluten-Free, Whole Grain, Quick Bread, Artisan Dough, Dough, Cake, and Jam.
- Delay is available on six programs, Keep Warm lasts one hour, and Rise and Bake durations can be adjusted separately.
What to weigh up
- The Gluten-Free cycle has no selectable size control; the one included 1.5 lb recipe uses warm milk and eggs and should not be delayed.
- Express loaves use fixed sizes and quick-rising yeast, and the manual says they may be smaller and rougher than Basic loaves.
- The removable lid is not dishwasher-safe, power continuation lasts up to seven minutes, and the manual cautions that kneading may move the machine.
The key details
| Model covered | 29888 |
|---|---|
| Loaf size | 1 lb, 1.5 lb, and 2 lb on Basic, French, Sweet, and Whole Grain; Express is fixed |
| Specialty programs | 14 cycles including Gluten-Free, Whole Grain, Quick Bread, Artisan Dough, Dough, Rise, Bake, Cake, and Jam |
| Timing and control | 15-hour delay on six cycles; automatic mix-in dispenser holds about 1/2 cup |
Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 1, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.
What the features mean for you
Model identity and old offer status
Hamilton Beach's exact product page and product sheet identify model 29888; its official Use & Care guide lists 29888 as type BM10. The two historical Amazon titles also say 29888, with one marking the item renewed. That condition word does not describe a separate breadmaker model. The direct ASIN pages returned internal errors during the preserved inspection, and the maker's page said No Longer Available. These records support the product identity but do not verify a current Amazon offer or a live listing for either old ASIN. The tagged destination searches for Premium 29888 by its exact model number and does not claim those historic pages are currently buyable.
Standard loaf sizes and specialty settings
The machine has fourteen cycles: Basic, French, Sweet, 1.5 lb Express, 2 lb Express, Quick Bread, Gluten-Free, Artisan Dough, Whole Grain, Dough, Rise, Bake, Cake, and Jam. Basic, French, Sweet, and Whole Grain support 1 lb, 1.5 lb, and 2 lb settings; Express cycles are fixed to their named weights. The Gluten-Free cycle has no selectable loaf-size control. The manual separately includes a 1.5 lb Gluten-Free recipe with warm milk and eggs, which is recipe guidance rather than a celiac-safe or cross-contact claim. Light, Medium, and Dark crust selections are available on the four variable-size bread programs. Rise and Bake durations can also be adjusted, but those changes are not a user-created cycle editor.
Automatic dispensing is the distinctive feature
The Mix-in Dispenser can be loaded before a cycle begins with nuts, dried fruit, chopped herbs, or similar additions. Hamilton Beach says it holds about one-half cup and releases ingredients at the programmed time; the machine gives eight beeps as the release occurs. This is a hands-off release after loading, not a signal for the baker to open the lid and add ingredients manually. The limited capacity matters for large or bulky additions, and the selected cycle should be checked before relying on the dispenser. The machine has one kneading paddle, a viewing window, and a removable lid. The eight beeps mark an automatic release and do not mean the user must interrupt the cycle.
Delay rules, timed Rise and Bake, and recovery
Delay Start reaches 15 hours ahead plus the selected cycle time on Basic, French, Sweet, Gluten-Free, Whole Grain, and Dough. The manual warns against delayed recipes with dairy, eggs, milk, cream, cheese, or similar perishable ingredients. The included Gluten-Free recipe contains warm milk and eggs, so it should not be delayed even though Gluten-Free appears on the eligible-cycle list. A separate Timer control adjusts Rise up to six hours and Bake from five to 60 minutes; those are duration controls, not later-start scheduling. Keep Warm runs for one hour after baking. If power returns within seven minutes, the cycle continues automatically; after a longer interruption, the manual's restart instructions depend on whether dough has started rising.
Cleaning, counter placement, and physical measurements
The manual lists the nonstick pan, kneading paddle, measuring cup, spoon, and paddle hook as dishwasher-safe. The lid is removable but must be wiped clean and is not dishwasher-safe. The pan material and coating composition are not named, so nonstick should not be interpreted as ceramic. Hamilton Beach warns that the machine can wobble or walk during kneading and advises placing it near the center of the counter and away from its edge. The product page lists 13 H × 9.5 W × 13.75 D, but the inspected text does not state the units; that figure is not a firm dimensional match. The manual's BM10 listing gives 450 W, 120 V / 60 Hz. The maker does not describe the model as compact or state loaf orientation.
What else to compare
Before you buy
Does the 29888 add nuts automatically?
Yes. Load about one-half cup or less before starting; the dispenser releases ingredients later and beeps eight times at release.
Which programs support variable loaf sizes?
Basic, French, Sweet, and Whole Grain allow 1 lb, 1.5 lb, or 2 lb. Express settings are fixed at 1.5 lb and 2 lb.
Can I delay the Gluten-Free recipe?
The cycle is delay-eligible, but its included 1.5 lb recipe contains warm milk and eggs. The manual warns against delay with perishable ingredients, so do not schedule that recipe.
Can Rise and Bake times be changed?
Yes. Rise can be set up to six hours and Bake from five to 60 minutes. Those are duration adjustments, separate from Delay Start.
Is the removable lid dishwasher-safe?
No. The manual says to wipe the lid clean; it lists the pan, paddle, cup, spoon, and paddle hook as dishwasher-safe.
Is the machine currently available on Amazon?
No current exact-model offer was verified; both historical product pages returned errors, and Hamilton Beach marked the product No Longer Available.
Where can I check the current price?
Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.
Sources & review basis
We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.
- Hamilton Beach Premium 29888 product page, official product release, and BM10 Use & Care guide ↗ — checked October 1, 2026.
- Hamilton Beach exact-model 29888 product page ↗ — checked October 1, 2026.
- Hamilton Beach 29888 BM10 Use & Care guide ↗ — checked October 1, 2026.
- Hamilton Beach 29888 product release ↗ — checked October 1, 2026.
The decision
Hamilton Beach's Premium 29888 centers its 14-cycle menu around an automatic fruit-and-nut dispenser. Add-ins can be loaded at the beginning; the dispenser holds about one-half cup and releases ingredients at the programmed point, with eight beeps when it does so. Basic, French, Sweet, and Whole Grain accept 1 lb, 1.5 lb, or 2 lb loaves, while the Express settings are fixed at 1.5 lb and 2 lb. Gluten-Free is a dedicated cycle but has no selectable size control; the manual supplies a separate 1.5 lb recipe containing warm milk and eggs. The 1.5 lb and 2 lb Express cycles last 80 and 115 minutes, and Quick Bread is a separate no-yeast setting. Delay Start reaches 15 hours ahead, plus cycle time, on six named cycles. The product also has one-hour Keep Warm and adjustable Rise and Bake times. One paddle is shown; the removable lid must be wiped clean, not put in a dishwasher. The manual warns that the unit can wobble or walk while kneading. Hamilton Beach marked it No Longer Available, and its historic Amazon pages did not confirm current offers.
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