Best kitchenaid mixer to buy


Best KitchenAid® Mixer for You

A KitchenAid® stand mixer is the ultimate tool to help you elevate your everyday making this year—and for many years to come. This guide will help you decide which KitchenAid® mixer is the best for your home and everything you’ll make. Choose from tilt-head or bowl-lift mixers with a range of sizes, colors and bowl options, including stainless steel, ceramic and glass bowls from KitchenAid brand. Then, pair your perfect stand mixer with over ten different attachments to open up a whole new world of flavors, textures and culinary possibilities.

BEST KITCHENAID

® MIXER FOR HOME BAKERS

Whether you’re just beginning to explore baking or your countertops are already overflowing with your latest bakes, we’ll help you answer the question: what is the best KitchenAid® mixer for me?

Beginners might want to test the waters with a smaller stand mixer. Larger capacity stand mixers are best for bakers who want to share their creations or make multiple batches at once. And finally, KitchenAid® bowl-lift stand mixers can fuel even the most ambitious baking goals.

KitchenAid

® stand mixer for beginners

Deluxe 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer

Featuring a lower price point, this model comes with everything you need to get started baking breads, cookies, meringues and more. 

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1. Using the flat beater; 28g dough each.

KitchenAid

® stand mixers for everyday bakers

Artisan

® Series 5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer

This may be the best KitchenAid® mixer for home bakers who have great taste in baked goods and style—choose from well over 20 colors and enjoy a few upgrades like a comfort handle and more capacity.

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Professional 5

Plus Series 5 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer

Bowl-lifts are the best stand mixer type for heavy-duty mixing due to a more powerful motor than tilt-head models. This one comes in eight colors for good looks paired with heavy-duty performance.

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KitchenAid

® stand mixers for experienced bakers

Professional 6500 Design

Series 6 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer

A glass bowl lets you keep an eye on mixtures while the flex-edge beater helps reduce mixing time. A robust motor enables the mixer to deliver consistent power to loads with less heat build-up, resulting in years of dependable mixing. 

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Pro Line

® Series 7 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer

Featuring our largest capacity bowl and our most powerful motor for residential KitchenAid® mixers, this model also includes a pouring shield that helps keep lightweight ingredients like flour from flying out of the bowl when you’re mixing.

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BEST KITCHENAID

® STAND MIXER FOR BREAD DOUGH

The best KitchenAid® stand mixer for your bread recipes depends on what kind of carbs you’re mixing up and how many loaves you want to make at once. Any KitchenAid® stand mixer can easily and efficiently knead basic bread doughs or more inventive recipes like cinnamon roll bread. Five-quart models can handle around 4½ lbs of basic bread dough while larger bowl-lift models can handle over 8 lbs. If you plan to work with dense mixtures, any bowl-lift is the best KitchenAid® mixer for kneading dough that’s tough like multi-grain bread. Choose a stand mixer based on how much and what kind you want to make, and don't forget your bread bowl with a lid for proofing and rising. 

Best Size KitchenAid

® stand mixer for your needs

The best appliances are the ones that seamlessly fit into your lifestyle and your home, helping to elevate your everyday. Here are some options to help determine which KitchenAid® stand mixer is the best for you, your lifestyle and your space.

KitchenAid

®stand mixer for small spaces

Artisan

® Mini 3.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer

This small but mighty mixer is still compatible with all power hub attachments so you won’t miss out on the best KitchenAid® mixers have to offer.

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Small Families and Households

Just like small spaces, the mini tilt-head may be the best stand mixer for small families or a household with one to two people. The 3.5 quart capacity bowl is perfect for weeknight dinners or enough appetizers and desserts to share.

Average-Sized Families

Most averaged-sized families or households will benefit from the extra capacity available with all full-sized stand mixers. Choose from tilt-head models with 4.5 quart bowls, such as the KitchenAid® Ultra Power® Plus Series, or opt for a 5 quart model bundled with an extra bowl for more flexibility, like the KitchenAid.com exclusive value bundle Artisan® Series 5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer with additional 3 quart bowl.

Large Families

Large families, or those who frequently host, will appreciate even more capacity and power with sturdy bowl-lift mixers featuring 5 to 7 quart bowls. These mixers are made to take on heavy mixtures in larger quantities. Your family’s sweet spot might just be the Pro 600 Series 6 Quart Bowl-Lift from KitchenAid brand.

Best KitchenAid

® stand mixer style options

KitchenAid® stand mixers of all types have been an iconic countertop addition for many years. With so many colors and options available, you can find one that reflects your own personal style.

Color and Bowl Options

Artisan

® Series 5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer 

This model makes a second appearance on our list since it’s available in over 20 colors and compatible with many different bowls in various colors, patterns and finishes—making it our most customizable option.

  • Coated beaters

  • Just under 14" tall, tucks below most over-counter cabinets

  • Stainless steel bowl with comfort handle

  • 47 color options

  • Makes up to 9 dozen cookies per batch1

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The KitchenAid®Stand Mixer Customization Tool even lets you add a free, personalized engraving to make this model truly your own. Or, add vibrancy to your kitchen and your making with the 2022 Color of the Year: Beetroot Stand Mixer from KitchenAid brand.

ProfessionalLY-Inspired KitchenAid

® stand mixer

Pro 600

Series 6 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer

Get commercial-style touchpoints with a taller profile, wider base and study arms. This model comes in 15 colors so you're sure to find one that matches your style.

  • Beaters + pouring shield

  • 17" tall

  • Stainless steel bowl with comfort handle

  • 15 color options

  • Make up to 13 dozen cookies per batch1

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BEST PRICE KITCHENAID

®stand MIXER FOR YOUR NEEDS 

The best affordable stand mixer is the one that enables you to achieve your culinary goals. KitchenAid brand offers options for those just starting out, along with models featuring more powerful motors and heavy-duty construction to take on the most ambitious culinary endeavors. You can also shop KitchenAid® certified refurbished stand mixers that are thoroughly tested to perform like new at a discounted price.

Entry-Level KitchenAid

® stand mixer

Classic

Series 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer

Provides all the power you need for everyday meals. It also features the same durable and built-to-last metal construction you’ll find on all KitchenAid® stand mixers.

  • Lower entry price point

  • Coated beaters

  • Stainless steel bowl

  • Just under 14" tall, tucks below most over-counter cabinets

  • 2 color options

  • Make up to 6 dozen cookies per batch1

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KitchenAid

® stand mixer with upgraded features

Artisan

® Design Series 5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer

Get a mixer paired with a glass or ceramic bowl for a simple way to instantly up your style. Choose the Artisan® Design Series mixer to instantly upgrade to a glass bowl.

  • Coated beaters

  • Glass bowl with comfort handle

  • Just under 14" tall, tucks below most over-counter cabinets

  • 6 color options

  • Make up to 9 dozen cookies per batch1

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Premium KitchenAid

® stand mixers

Professional HD

Series 5 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer

Bowl-lifts are the best larger KitchenAid® stand mixers for handling dense recipes. Start with a 5 qt model like this for a lower price point if you’re just starting out with heavy mixtures.

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MAKE MORE WITH ANY STAND MIXER


Are you a bread enthusiast, a healthy cook or a pasta connoisseur? Any KitchenAid® stand mixer you choose will help with all of these recipes and so much more. Here are some ways you can use your stand mixer to start experimenting with new techniques or add your own signature twist to old favorites:

EVERYDAY MAKING—MADE EXTRAORDINARY

More than Mixing

By now, we’ve explored the best mixer for cookies, bread dough and other baked recipes like Belgian waffles. But stand mixers can help with every kind of making from easily shredding chicken to effortlessly mashing potatoes to churning out fresh guacamole for a range of recipes. Try Chicken Enchilada Roll Ups, Sweet Potato Gnocchi or Deep Dish Ham Quiche to get started.

Attachments

All KitchenAid® stand mixers are compatible with all power hub attachments. Discover the authentic flavor of homemade pasta, freshly ground meats, spiralized vegetables and make piraguas, ramen noodles and much more. If ice cream is on the menu, skip the mini as it is not compatible with the KitchenAid® ice cream maker attachment. Learn more about what you can make with our guide to stand mixer attachments.

Shop all KitchenAid

® stand mixers

Browse all KitchenAid® stand mixers to see the full line up. If you’re not sure how to choose a stand mixer, the Stand Mixer Buying Guide can help. Or, if you want to compare the details of each model, check out our Stand Mixer Comparison page. Discover the stand mixer that matches your creativity and cooking style.

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KSM192XDBK

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KSM3316XCA

 

Learn More about KitchenAid

® stand mixers

  • 10 KitchenAid® Mixer Uses Whipping potatoes, processing food, grinding meat, making homemade pasta and kneading dough are just some of the many KitchenAid® mixer uses.

  • Bowl-Lift Vs. Tilt-Head Mixer: What’s the Difference? The main difference between the stand mixers is how bowls are attached. The tilt-head hinges back while the bowl-lift has a lever to raise and lower the bowl. Learn more about tilt-head vs bowl-lift stand mixers to find the right one for you.

  • Are KitchenAid® Mixer Bowls Interchangeable? What are the different uses of a KitchenAid® mixer glass bowl vs. stainless steel? Do all KitchenAid® bowls fit all mixers? Learn why more bowls may be better.

Bowl-Lift Vs. Tilt-Head Mixer: What’s the Difference?

There are several key differences between KitchenAid® tilt-head and bowl-lift stand mixers. The bowl setup along with variations in capacity and the types of mixtures they handle best are a few. This guide to tilt-head vs bowl-lift mixers will explore these differences to help you choose which one is right for you.

KITCHENAID

® TILT-HEAD STAND MIXER VS BOWL-LIFT

The main difference between tilt-heads and bowl-lifts is how bowls are attached and accessed. The top of a tilt-head mixer hinges back so you can twist the bowl onto the base. The bowl-lift mixer features a stationary head and uses a lever to raise and lower the bowl for mixing or adding ingredients.

Let’s take a closer look at these two styles of stand mixers.

WHAT IS A TILT-HEAD STAND MIXER?

A tilt-head stand mixer’s head tilts back so you can attach the bowl to the base and swap out accessories as needed. It then tilts forward where you can lock it in place while the motor is running. When it’s time to add ingredients, simply release the head with a lever and tilt it back again for clear access to the bowl.

KitchenAid® tilt-head stand mixer bowl capacities range from 3.5 to 5 quarts allowing you to make up to 9 dozen cookies in one batch or a recipe for a whole family. This range includes the mini tilt-head stand mixer. Bowls can be purchased separately in additional sizes. 

This lower profile mixer stands about 14 inches tall and fits under most kitchen cabinets for easy storage. For an even more compact stand mixer, the mini tilt-head stands at only 12½ inches tall. Tilt-head mixers also offer the widest variety of colors—over 40—to coordinate with your kitchen decor or add a pop of color to your countertops.

WHAT IS A BOWL-LIFT STAND MIXER?

Bowl-lift stand mixers are designed with broader bases and stationary heads. In addition, the bowl attaches to two arms that are raised and lowered with a lever. Accessories can be switched or ingredients added while the bowl is lowered. The powerful motor and sturdy design of the bowl-lift stand mixer provides the stability needed to help you create recipes from heavier mixtures.

KitchenAid® bowl-lift stand mixers come with 5–7-quart bowls which are perfect for mixing from 9 to 14 dozen cookies or multiple batches of recipes at once. Additional bowl sizes can be purchased separately, such as the 3-quart bowl with whip accessory for when you need less capacity to whip ingredients.

At around 16½ inches tall, the bowl-lift stand mixer is best stored on the countertop for easy access. This mixer is available in over 10 colors to complement your kitchen decor.

TILT-HEAD VS. BOWL-LIFT STAND MIXER FEATURES

1. Additional bowls in different capacities, materials, colors, finishes and patterns can be purchased separately. 
2. Ice Cream Bowl attachment is not compatible with the mini tilt-head stand mixer.

IS A TILT-HEAD OR BOWL-LIFT STAND MIXER BETTER?

The best stand mixer is the one that fits your cooking style, accommodates your recipes and fits your kitchen. While each type of stand mixer is a little different, tilt-head and bowl-lift mixers both use planetary action for maximum bowl coverage and feature powerful, durable motors that can handle a wide variety of recipes.

Both tilt-head and bowl-lift stand mixers are equipped with the same specialized accessories you need for most in-bowl techniques: whip, beater, dough hook and bowl. They also work with other stand mixer accessories such as Flex Edge Beaters which scrape the bowl while mixing, pouring shields to help prevent spills, and bowl covers to store recipes directly in the bowl. Both are compatible with all stand mixer power hub attachments2 that allow you to grind meat, puree fruits, spiralize vegetables and so much more.

2. Ice Cream Bowl attachment is not compatible with the mini tilt-head stand mixer.

WHAT IS THE ADVANTAGE OF A TILT-HEAD STAND MIXER?

The KitchenAid® tilt-head stand mixer line offers options to help every home cook and baker expand their menu, learn new techniques and make everyday meals extraordinary. This type of mixer offers the widest variety of colors and bowl options from KitchenAid brand. Tilt-head stand mixers pack all of this possibility into a countertop-friendly size that’s always on standby for whenever inspiration strikes, but are still light enough to be easily stored away if needed. Tilt-head stand mixers come in two sizes: standard and the smaller mini stand mixer.

CHOOSE A KITCHENAID® TILT-HEAD STAND MIXER IF:

  • You’ll mostly make recipes for yourself and your household

  • Color is important to you; tilt-head models have over 40 options to choose from

  • You want to change up your decor for seasons, holidays, or just because; you can swap out 35+ bowls in different colors, patterns, and finishes

  • You live in an apartment, have limited counter space, or need to store your stand mixer in a pantry or cabinet; choose a mini for an even more compact option

  • You want to tuck your stand mixer under kitchen cabinets for storage

FIND THE RIGHT KITCHENAID

® TILT-HEAD MODEL FOR YOU

KSM195PSBE

K45SSOB

KSM97SL

KSM3316XCA

The largest capacity and most popular KitchenAid® tilt-head model is the Artisan® Series 5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer. This mixer offers the widest palette of color choices and comes with a polished stainless bowl with a handle for extra convenience. You can also use the Stand Mixer Customization Tool with this model to choose your color then bundle with your perfect bowl, accessories and attachments. The customization tool also lets you add a free engraving to your mixer with a special phrase, date or other message to personalize the mixer for yourself or a loved one.

With a slightly smaller bowl, the KitchenAid® Deluxe 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer mixes up to 8 dozen cookies and comes in a range of hues. If your kitchen space is limited, the Artisan® Mini 3.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer is smaller while still offering the same power as the KitchenAid® Classic Series Stand Mixer.

WHAT IS THE ADVANTAGE OF A BOWL-LIFT STAND MIXER?

If you’ll be making large batches or mixing heavy bread dough you might want to choose a KitchenAid® bowl-lift stand mixer. This line offers larger capacity options and provides more power for thick or heavy mixtures. This heavy-duty stand mixer weighs more than tilt-head models to provide extra stability. To avoid carrying it back and forth, you’ll want to make sure you have enough countertop space for storage when not in use.

Learn how to store your stand mixer.

CHOOSE A KITCHENAID

® BOWL-LIFT STAND MIXER IF:
  • You often make large batches or recipes to share with a crowd

  • You plan to work with heavy or dense mixtures often

  • You have a large kitchen or somewhere to easily use and store your stand mixer 

  • Heavy-duty performance is more important than color or bowl options

  • You enjoy a professional mixer look

FIND THE RIGHT KITCHENAID

® BOWL-LIFT MODEL FOR YOU

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KSM7586PMS

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The KitchenAid® Professional 600 Series 6 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer easily mixes dense, heavy ingredients and accommodates 13 dozen cookies in a single batch. The KitchenAid® Professional HD Series 5 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer offers the same power and performance with a slightly smaller bowl.

If you want to begin building a culinary center when you bring home a new stand mixer, look for stand mixers that come bundled with attachments or additional accessories. The KitchenAid® Professional Series 6 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer and Spiralizer Plus Attachment allows you to mix, knead and whip ingredients with ease using the stand mixer accessories, as well as spiralize, slice and peel with the included spiralizer plus attachment.

If you need a little more help choosing a KitchenAid® stand mixer, check out the detailed Buying Guide to learn more about how these mixers can inspire your culinary journey.

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LEARN MORE ABOUT STAND MIXERS


  • 10 KitchenAid® Mixer Uses Whipping potatoes, processing food, grinding meat, making homemade pasta and kneading dough are just some of the many KitchenAid® mixer uses.

  • How to Use a Stand Mixer in 9 Steps Using your stand mixer properly lets you explore new recipes and techniques. Follow this step-by-step guide to learn how to use a stand mixer for your next creation.

  • Stand Mixer Storage Ideas The most common place to store a stand mixer is on your countertop. Countertop storage keeps the stand mixer within reach for your cooking and baking needs. Learn more storage ideas for your stand mixer.

rating planetary mixers

When choosing a stationary mixer for the kitchen, many are faced with one very insidious difficulty: which one to buy? The home appliance market has never been so big. Store shelves are full of all kinds of kitchen machines: planetary, orbital, mixers with a stand, metal and plastic, insanely expensive and very affordable. It is easy to get lost in such abundance.

How do some copies of this irreplaceable thing for any kitchen differ from others? And how is a planetary mixer still worth buying?

The answers to these questions will be different for everyone, because everyone has different selection criteria, different tasks and budget.

We have made a small rating of stationary mixers for 2021 to help you. We've got 7 of the best. Each nominee was carefully selected from each category.

1st Best Overall: KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer

2nd Quality=Price: Kenwood Chef XL KVL4100S Kitchen Machine

3rd Best Quality Mixer: Electrolux Assistent EKM5540

4th place the best mixer for small kitchen: Kitchenaid Artisan

5 place best professional mixer: Kitchenaid Artisan 5KSM7580

6 place for beginners: bosch mum48a12 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 9000 REDMOND RFM-5301

Not too big, not too small, this 10-speed mixer can make double batches of cookie dough and mix small amounts of ingredients just as easily. This mixer does not have a huge list of built-in functions, such as a timer, automatic shutdown, and the like, but this is more than offset by the richness of the package and the availability of additional accessories on the market. When someone says that they have a planetary mixer, they are most likely talking about KitchenAid and maybe even about this very model.

There are at least 15 different attachments for this machine, including grater, grain grinder, juicer, pasta machine, spiralizer, dumpling press, ice cream bowl and more. Due to the popularity of the brand, in addition to the official KitchenAid branded accessories, additional third-party attachments such as GFood are also available for sale.

You can choose this mixer from a rich palette of colors to match your kitchen front or add an accent to your décor. The tilt head makes it easy to switch from spatula to dough hook, add ingredients or clean out the bowl. This mixer has a 4.8 liter bowl and comes with a flat whisk, a dough hook, a steel bar whisk and a bowl rim with a bell for adding food while mixing.

Pros:

  • Quality
  • Durability
  • The housing is made of whole metal
  • All Metallic parts
  • Convenient bowl
Lessions:
  • High price

love to pay for them. It is for you that the British company Kenwood has created this model. 1200 W, 6.7 l bowl. Despite the aluminum body, this full-fledged coupon Kenwood harvester is very light - only 7.7 kg. For comparison: a Kitchen Aid mixer equipped with a nozzle weighs 9kg, and the bowl has a volume of 4.8 liters.

Includes dough hook, K-nozzle (mixing spatula), whisk. At first glance, not so rich. But do not forget that this is a food processor (according to the manufacturer). Kenwood has as many as two sockets for connecting additional nozzles. You can easily turn it into a meat grinder, a pasta machine, a vegetable cutter, a grater, and even a blender.

However, there is one important drawback: the bowl does not have a handle, so you will not be able to take a filled bowl with one hand.

Plus:

  • multifunctional
  • relatively small price
  • Large bowl
  • High performance

Mine:

  • No protective bowl
  • , the same planetary mixing effect as the popular expensive high-quality mixers, but at a more budget price, so if you are not a fan of brands, then you will not feel a tangible difference. There are ten speeds, bowl illumination and mixer handles.

    4.8 liter bowl suitable for most baking needs, non-slip feet ensure stable operation of the machine. The mixer head flips out for easy access to the bowl and locks in use so it won't bounce when mixing heavy dough.

    This mixer is equipped with a 300 watt motor and includes a splash guard for bowl, dough hook, whisk and flat mixing tool. The bowl and attachments are dishwasher safe. The only exception is the whisk - it must be cleaned manually.

    Pros:

    • Price = Quality
    • Available in different colors
    • there is a bowl of bowl
    • Suitable nozzles from Kitchenaid

    Lessions:

    • noisy
    • not so many colors, like Kitten Aid

    This small mixer from KitchenAid is 25 percent lighter and takes up 20 percent less space than the company's classic mixer, but is compatible with all of the brand's mixer attachments, such as a meat grinder, pasta roller, grater, spiralizer and etc. The 250-watt motor is identical in power to the Classic 5K45SSEWH. However, attachments such as whisk, spatula, hook and bowls are not interchangeable with other models.

    Lift block design makes it easy to access the bowl or change the nozzle. The mixer has 10 speeds.

    This kitchen toddler has a 3.3 liter bowl so you won't be able to knead as much dough as full size models, but it's good for home use to make dough for a couple of dozen cookies at a time. The set includes: spatula with enamel coating, dough hook also with coating and wire whisk. You can choose the perfect option from 10 different colors.

    Pros:

    • Price = quality
    • convenient for a small kitchen
    • Suitable all additional nozzles Kitchen Ade
    • many different colors

    Lessions:

    • Small capacity.
    • Small bowl volume
    • Small capacity

    This giant stand mixer is designed for commercial use, but it will also find its rightful place in the home kitchen of a large family. It can hold up to 14 cups of flour and the motor is the most powerful and quietest in the KitchenAid range, so it can knead dough without overheating. It has 10 speeds, from slow mixing to fast whipping of the cream with a steel whisk. Controlled by a traditional KitchenAid switch.

    This model has a bowl lift design so it moves up and down while the mixer head that houses the motor stays in place. Although this is more of a commercial machine, the KitchenAid attachment connector. It has a smaller color gamut compared to the 5KSM175 and 5KSM125 series, but those who are looking for this particular model are probably more focused on size and power than on matching the mixer perfectly to the color of the kitchen or interior.

    Tilt block can be fixed in one position. The power cable retracts into the base of the mixer.

    Mixer comes with a mixing paddle, wire whisk, dough hook and protective rim. Available in Beige, White (Frost Pearl), Red, Metallic Red (Caramel Apple), Green (Apple Green), Medallion Grey) and Black.

    Kit includes wire whisk, flat stirrer and dough hook, all stainless steel so dishwasher safe.

    Pros:

    • Quality
    • Durability
    • The housing is made of whole metal
    • All Metal parts
    • Large bowl
    Lessions:
    • High price
    • LIGHT FLOWERS compared to 17

    This Stand & Bowl Mixer has the features you need at a more affordable price than other high quality models on the market. It also has double kneading hooks so it can handle your bread dough with ease.

    Six speed settings, 3.9 liter bowl, kneading hook, whisk attachment, whisk attachment, vegetable cutter and bowl lid with the ability to report the ingredients while kneading.

    The mixer is designed with a forward tilted head, which makes handling the bowl much easier. Suction cup feet ensure that the mixer stays securely on the table even when working hard. The bowl is offset rather than centered, so it's easier to add ingredients when mixing - no need to tilt the head to pour the ingredients into the bowl. The bowl and wire whisk are dishwasher safe, but other attachments should be washed by hand.

    Pros:

    • Price
    • Reliability
    • Small dimensions

    disadvantages:

    • The bowl does not have a handle
    • not so many colors, as Kitschen Aide

    although not the first the name you think of when someone mentions stand mixers, the company has been making them for a long time and this machine has features that more established brands don't include. It has 8 variable speeds so you can get a smooth start to minimize splashing. The mixer uses planetary mixing technology, which allows you to knead the dough in the shortest possible time. This kit includes a bowl, chrome whisk, dough hook and a mixing tool.

    While this machine can either knead bread dough or thick cookie dough, it is not as powerful as more expensive models and will not be able to handle some dishes such as pasta.

    Pros:

    • Price
    • Good technical performance

    Cons:

    • Low power.
    • Only one body color available

    See also:

    Based on customer reviews, we can characterize this technique as reliable, productive, multifunctional devices.

    Planetary mixers are popular among the offered products.

    They are equipped with a lifting mechanism, a stand with a bowl, a powerful modern motor.

    Contents

    • How to choose a planetary mixer?
    • KitchenAid Top 10 Planetary Mixers
    • Model Overview

        • Power . The optimal indicator is from 0.30 kW. The more, the better the mixing result.
        • Bowl size and material . Should start from the 4 l mark. The manufacturer offers stainless steel bowls, complemented by handles for convenience.
        • Construction quality . Many models are equipped with a folding head. The mechanism allows you to add ingredients, change nozzles, evaluate the mixing result without turning off and disassembling the device.
        • Complete with . The company does not skimp and completes each device with the maximum set of accessories. For example, whisks, hooks, spatulas, a blender or chopper.
        • Number of speeds . The mixers have 10 speed settings to solve any culinary task. Adjustment occurs with mechanical sliders located on the right side of the case.

        KitchenAid Top 10 Planetary Mixers Ranking

        Model overview

        KitchenAid 5KSM175P

        Sleek, durable, easy-to-use stand mixer in a bright, stylish design.

        Designed for kneading any type of dough, bringing various ingredients to a homogeneous consistency. It is endowed with a strong protective casing for increase in safety of the operator in operating time.

        It is possible to adjust the height of the nozzles without interrupting the process due to the lifting mechanism of the head. The kit comes with an additional bowl with the smallest volume, a wire whisk, a mixing spatula, an aluminum hook.

        The manufacturer added a protective rim to the designs. It eliminates the splashing of components, and the pouring spout allows you to add products during mixing. Due to transparency, it is always possible to determine when the process stops.

        Characteristics:

        • volume of the main bowl - 4.8 l, small - 3 l;
        • container material - stainless steel;
        • power - 0.30 kW;
        • number of speeds - 10;
        • total number of nozzles - 4;
        • body material - metal;
        • cable length - 1.35 m;
        • weight - 11.3 kg.

        Pros

        • perfect kneading and mixing results;
        • durable motor;
        • comfortable and safe use;
        • clear speed control;
        • quality construction;
        • stylish design.

        Cons

        • No defects found.

        KitchenAid 5KSM125E

        Powerful mixer for professional use. With it, you can create unique desserts from scratch.

        The user is required to load the right ingredients, install the correct nozzle, select the optimal speed setting.

        The device is capable of cutting, chopping, squeezing juice, cooking pasta, grinding meat products. But to create a multifunctional device, you will need to purchase additional nozzles. They are fixed in front of the drive.

        Designed for intensive use. The case is made of metal, covered with enamel. Thanks to the 10-speed direct drive motor, stable operation in every mode - from light mixing to whipping at high speeds.

        Characteristics:

        • bowl volume - 4.8 l;
        • container material - stainless steel. steel;
        • power - 0.30 kW;
        • total number of nozzles - 3: hooks, beaters, spatula;
        • body material - metal;
        • there is a button for detaching the nozzles, a protective rim on the bowl;
        • cable length - 1. 35 m;
        • weight - 11.3 kg.

        Pros

        • professional use;
        • multifunctionality;
        • nozzle height adjustment;
        • efficient planetary technology;
        • convenient switches;
        • stylish design.

        Cons

        • no defects found.

        KitchenAid 5KSM7580XE

        Professional mixer for mixing large quantities of food. Due to its features, it is actively used

        in restaurants, cafes, and factories.

        Planetary technology for multi-directional simultaneous rotation of the nozzle and drive. The powerful electric motor ensures high efficiency and quiet operation.

        The structure is made of metal, so the mechanisms have a long service life and wear resistance. Thorough and uniform mixing is achieved due to the constant speed of rotation at any load on the motor.

        At the same time, the electronic controller monitors the optimal speed mode. On the front of the drive there is an additional socket for attaching nozzles, which are purchased separately.

        Characteristics:

        • bowl volume - 6.9 l;
        • container material - stainless steel. steel;
        • power - 0.50 kW;
        • number of speeds - 10;
        • total number of nozzles - 3: hooks, whisk, spatula;
        • body material - metal;
        • has a protective rim on the bowl;
        • weight - 13.1 kg.

        Pros

        • professional work;
        • multifunctionality;
        • high build quality;
        • spacious bowl;
        • hardy, durable motor;
        • stylish design.

        Cons

        • badly centered tips.

        KitchenAid 5KSM150PSE

        A unique, multifunctional mixer that is second to none. Shows a great combination of elegant

        design and high power, which meets the established standards of professional equipment.

        Simple housewives, real gourmets, chefs are willing to use the device. The main feature is the presence of planetary mixing technology: simultaneous, but versatile rotation of nozzles and drive.

        The strength of the structure is also taken into account. Each piece is made of steel and assembled by hand. The all-metal case is covered with enamel, perfectly withstands mechanical stress.

        Hinged head allows you to quickly change the nozzle, install the bowl. On the front of the drive there is a separate compartment for fixing additional nozzles, which are purchased separately.

        Characteristics:

        • bowl volume - 4.8 l;
        • container material - stainless steel. steel;
        • power - 0.30 kW;
        • number of speeds - 10;
        • total number of nozzles - 3: hooks, whisk, spatula;
        • body material - metal;
        • there is a protective rim on the bowl, height adjustment of accessories;
        • weight - 11. 3 kg.

        Pros

        • perfect mixing result;
        • high build quality;
        • convenient and safe operation;
        • quiet operation;
        • easy cleaning of all elements;
        • durable tips.

        Cons

        • weak shifter;
        • additional fittings.

        KitchenAid 5KSM3311XE

        Next generation stand mixer. Its weight is reduced by 25% and size by 20% compared to other samples of this

        line. Great for compact kitchens. Provides perfect mixing and whipping results.

        The case has a classic design and rounded shapes that make it easy to use and clean. Made of solid metal with an enamel coating, which determines its service life and resistance to various damages.

        Despite differences in power, stable and high-quality operation is guaranteed at any speed. An additional hole is provided on the front of the drive for installing various nozzles. They are purchased separately.

        Characteristics:

        • bowl volume - 3.3 l;
        • container material - stainless steel. steel;
        • power - 0.25 kW;
        • number of speeds - 10;
        • total number of nozzles - 3: hooks, whisk, spatula;
        • body material - metal;
        • weight - 6.5 kg.

        Pros

        • good mixing and whipping properties;
        • quality assembly;
        • hardy engine;
        • multifunctionality;
        • number of speed modes.

        Cons

        • power;
        • additional attachments.

        KitchenAid 5KSM7591XE

        Professional mixer with powerful, durable 10 speed motor. Planetary mixing technology

        helps to achieve excellent mixing of ingredients, regardless of the selected speed setting.

        The parts are made of metal and have good mechanical resistance and durability. Users note the convenience of control due to the electronic regulator.

        Bowl guard prevents splashing of ingredients during mixing. To increase the functionality of the device, it is recommended to purchase additional attachments. They are fixed on the front of the drive.

        Characteristics:

        • bowl volume - 6.9 l;
        • container material - stainless steel. steel;
        • power - 0.50 kW;
        • number of speeds - 10;
        • total number of attachments in the set - 3: hooks, whisk, spatula;
        • body material - metal;
        • weight - 13 kg.

        Pros

        • smart design;
        • high build quality;
        • perfect mixing result;
        • multifunctionality;
        • power;
        • stylish design.

        Cons

        • marriage occurs;
        • additional attachments.

        KitchenAid 5K45SSE

        Classic mixer with planetary mixing technology. Nozzles rotate throughout the entire volume of the bowl, so

        food does not remain on its walls.

        Equipped with a direct drive: it is more powerful and reliable than a gear drive. Details are made of high-strength steel, the body is made of metal, the bowl is made of stainless steel. The assembly took place manually, which determines the accuracy of the fit of each element.

        Thanks to the fold-out head, it is convenient to change the attachments or to insert the bowl. The protective rim on the container prevents the components from splashing during the mixing process. It is possible to increase the functionality of the device. To do this, you need to buy additional nozzles offered by the manufacturer.

        Characteristics:

        • bowl volume - 4.28 l;
        • power - 0.25 kW;
        • total number of attachments in the set - 3: hooks, whisk, spatula;
        • number of speeds - 10;
        • has a tool holder;
        • weight - 10. 6 kg.

        Pros

        • number of speeds;
        • obtaining the ideal dough consistency;
        • equipment;
        • planetary technology;
        • quality assembly;
        • multifunctionality.

        Cons

        • speed control;
        • long process of whipping, mixing;
        • severe case overheating.

        KitchenAid 5KSM7990XE

        Professional mixer for the preparation of various products and dough at home, cafes, restaurants.

        Equipped with a modern, powerful DC motor for process efficiency and quiet operation. The manufacturer has implemented an additional security system in the form of a steel mesh cover and an emergency switch.

        Functions make operation easier and increase the durability of the instrument. Thanks to electronic control, a constant rotation speed is maintained at any motor load.

        The design is characterized by durability and resistance to mechanical damage, since all parts are made of high-strength steel and metal.

        Characteristics:

        • bowl volume - 6.9 l;
        • container material - stainless steel. steel;
        • power - 0.325 kW;
        • number of speeds - 10;
        • number of nozzles - 4: hooks, whisk, spatula, pouring spout;
        • has a protective rim;
        • weight - 13 kg.

        Pluses

        • preparation of any type of dough;
        • effective security system;
        • durable, quiet motor;
        • good equipment;
        • compartment for additional accessories;
        • 10 speed;
        • structural strength;
        • stylish design.

        Cons

        • large;
        • high cost of additional nozzles.

        KitchenAid 5KPM5E

        Modern mixer with planetary rotation technology. Designed for kneading any type of dough, beating, mixing

        various ingredients.

        Differs from its counterparts in low noise and vibration levels, even when operating at high speed. The mechanism of the dezha leans back to simplify the replacement of nozzles, the installation of the bowl.

        All-metal housing designed for long service life. The front part is equipped with a special hole in which additional nozzles are fixed.

        Bowl with lid, hook, whisk, spatula and protective rim included as standard. The last accessory prevents splashing of the mass during mixing.

        Characteristics:

        • bowl volume - 4.83 l;
        • container material - stainless steel. steel;
        • power - 0.315 kW;
        • number of speeds - 10;
        • body material - metal;
        • weight - 11.9 kg.

        Pros

        • planetary mixing technology;
        • bowl lifter;
        • good set of accessories;
        • multitasking;
        • obtaining excellent dough consistency;
        • perfect mixing of any ingredients.

        Cons

        • no flaws found.

        KitchenAid 5KSM156E

        Modern stand mixer with planetary rotation technology. It has a smooth and rounded design, so

        is easy to use and clean.

        Marketed as a rugged, reliable, durable all-metal construction. Thanks to the durable direct drive, stable operation at any speed is achieved.

        The compartment on the front of the body allows you to firmly fix the nozzles, preventing them from detaching during mixing.

        A distinctive feature is the capacious glass bowl. Despite the material of manufacture, it shows excellent resistance to mechanical stress.

        Characteristics: