10-Piece Mixing Bowl Set with Lids: Blue or Black?

Quick answer

Pick the blue set if you want the lower catalog price of $60.99; pick the black set at $66.99 if its darker finish suits your kitchen better. Both are the same 10-piece stainless steel set with five bowls, five lids, nesting storage, and silicone bases, so color and cost are the real decision.

What the five sizes actually cover

The set includes one each of 20 oz., 1.5 Qt., 3 Qt., 5 Qt., and 8 Qt. bowls with lids. That spread matters more than the color: the 20 oz. bowl suits a single dressing or a small prep batch, while the 8 Qt. bowl handles a large dough or a big batch of salad for a crowd. The middle sizes do the everyday work of whisking eggs, tossing vegetables, or holding leftovers.

Because the bowls nest, storage is compact, but nesting also means you will usually pull out the stack to reach the size you want. Plan a cabinet or shelf where the full stack fits rather than expecting to grab one bowl from a crowded shelf.

Lids, lip, and base: the details that affect daily use

The tight-fitting lids are the feature that turns these from mixing bowls into meal-prep storage. You can prep ingredients ahead, cover them, and stack in the fridge without transferring to another container. The extended lip at the top gives a secure grip during mixing and helps when pouring, and the silicone base adds stability and protects the countertop while you whisk.

One honest limitation: the catalog does not list oven, microwave, or dishwasher specifications for these bowls, so do not assume those capabilities. If you need bowls that go from mixer to oven, check the product page or contact the store before buying.

Why the color choice is more than cosmetic

The two sets share the same construction and sizes, so the difference is finish and price. Blue reads as a brighter accent and can make it easier to spot a bowl in a busy cabinet; black blends into darker kitchens and hides scratches and stains less obviously on the exterior. Neither finish changes how the stainless steel interior performs.

The blue set is listed at $60.99 against a $99.99 comparison price, and the black set at $66.99 against the same comparison price. That $6 gap is small, so if you strongly prefer black, the premium is easy to justify; if color is a toss-up, the blue set is the cheaper route to the same function.

Decision rules for choosing blue or black

• If price is the deciding factor: Choose the blue set at $60.99. You get the same 10 pieces and lids as the black set for less. Check whether the $6 difference matters more than your color preference before ordering.
• If your kitchen is dark or neutral: Choose the black set at $66.99 so the bowls sit quietly on the counter and in open shelving.
• If you prep meals in advance: Either color works: the tight-fitting lids let you prep and store in the same bowl, and the nesting design keeps the set compact when not in use. Confirm you have fridge space for the largest lidded bowl before relying on the 8 Qt. size for storage.
• If you need oven or microwave use: Do not assume it. The catalog does not list oven, microwave, or dishwasher ratings, so verify with the store first.

Product facts

• Viking 10-Piece Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Set with Lids, Blue: Blue 10-piece set with five bowls (20 oz. to 8 Qt.) and five tight-fitting lids, listed at $60.99. It is the lower-priced way to get the full size range and lid-based storage if blue suits your kitchen.

  

• Viking 10-Piece Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Set with Lids, Black: Black 10-piece set with the same five bowl sizes and lids, listed at $66.99. Choose it when the darker finish is worth the small premium; the function is identical to the blue set.

  

Who should choose which

Best for

• Bakers and cooks who want one nesting set covering small prep through large batches
• Meal preppers who want lids for fridge storage without extra containers
• Shoppers deciding between a lower price (blue) and a darker finish (black)

Not for

• Anyone who needs confirmed oven, microwave, or dishwasher-safe bowls
• Cooks who want only one or two bowls rather than a five-size stack