Best Overall
KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer
4.6Aikins Score•KitchenAid
The verdict
The perennial top pick for most home bakers, offering a perfect balance of power, versatility, and durability.
Read the full reviewWhat we love
- +Excellent mixing, kneading, and whipping performance
- +Durable and repairable, can last generations
- +Wide range of colors and available attachments
- +Simple tilt-head design, easy to use
Worth noting
- –More expensive than many competitors
- –Some owners report plastic gears can wear over time with heavy dough use
How it scored
Aikins Score4.6
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At a glance
Bowl Size5-quart
Speeds10
Horsepower0.3 HP (approx)
Aikins Score9.2 / 10
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