KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer, 5-qt
Best versatile stand mixer for passionate home bakers.
Elevate your home baking with the KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-quart tilt-head stand mixer. Designed for passionate home bakers, it effortlessly handles everything from delicate meringues to dense bread dough with its powerful motor and 10-speed settings. The iconic tilt-head design offers easy access to the bowl and beater, while the generous 5-quart stainless steel bowl provides ample space for your favorite recipes. Expand its culinary versatility with optional attachments that connect to the power hub, transforming it into a true kitchen assistant. Available in a range of stylish colors, it's a functional and beautiful addition to any kitchen.
$399.99
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Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
29
/ 201
#29 in Stand Mixers
Price vs Category Average
+37%
Above average
Capacity
5
/ -quart stainless steel bowl
Who it's for
- Bakers needing a stable machine for heavy doughs
- Home cooks wanting a versatile, multi-functional kitchen hub
- Families preparing large batches of cookies or bread
Who should skip it
- Cooks with limited counter space or storage capacity
- Budget-conscious shoppers seeking a more affordable entry point
- Users sensitive to noise or preferring hands-off mixing
Performance breakdown
Mixing Versatility
Ten speed settings handle everything from delicate meringues to heavy bread dough.
Build Durability
Die-cast metal construction ensures long-term stability during heavy-duty mixing tasks.
Ease of Access
The tilt-head design makes swapping attachments and scraping bowls incredibly simple.
Attachment Ecosystem
The power hub transforms this mixer into a comprehensive kitchen workstation.
Mixing Precision
Planetary action ensures consistent ingredient incorporation without constant manual bowl scraping.
Aesthetic Appeal
Iconic design and extensive color options make it a permanent countertop centerpiece.
Key Specs
Capacity
5-quart stainless steel bowl
Speeds
10
Mixing Action
59-point planetary
Includes
Coated flat beater, coated dough hook, 6-wire whip, 1-piece pouring shield
Bowl Material
Stainless Steel
Base Material
Die-Cast Metal
Control Type
Dial
Dishwasher Safe Parts
Yes
Features
- Powerful motor for demanding tasks
- 10 speeds for versatile mixing
- Tilt-head design for easy access
- 5-quart stainless steel bowl
- Power hub for optional attachments
- Planetary mixing action
- Iconic design in multiple colors
- Comfortable bowl handle
What customers say
Consumers overwhelmingly praise the KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer for its exceptional durability and robust build quality, often noting its long lifespan. The powerful motor effortlessly manages demanding tasks like kneading dense doughs and whipping light meringues, making it essential for all bakers. Its versatility shines through with numerous attachments that expand its function beyond mixing. Furthermore, the mixer's timeless design and color selection make it a stylish kitchen centerpiece. While the initial cost is premium, users view this high performing appliance as a worthwhile, enduring investment, leading to deep satisfaction and consistent recommendations.
Know before you buy
Yes, the Artisan Series is built with a powerful motor and a durable die-cast metal base, making it well-suited for kneading dense bread doughs and thick cookie batters.
The tilt-head design allows you to easily lift the mixer head to clear the bowl, making it simple to add ingredients, scrape down the sides, or swap out attachments without obstruction.
The stainless steel bowl is dishwasher safe for easy cleanup. While the included coated beater and dough hook are also dishwasher safe, the wire whip should be hand-washed to maintain its shape and finish.
The power hub allows you to attach various optional accessories, such as pasta rollers, food grinders, or vegetable spiralizers, effectively turning your mixer into a multifunctional culinary center.
The 59-point planetary mixing action ensures the beater touches 59 points around the bowl per rotation, which provides thorough ingredient incorporation and eliminates the need to manually scrape the bowl as often.
The 5-quart bowl is ideal for most home baking needs, comfortably holding enough batter for about 9 dozen cookies or 4 loaves of bread in a single batch.
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