Best KitchenAid stand mixer
KitchenAid’s range runs from the tilt-head Artisan to the 7-qt bowl-lift.
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How this page was made: our picks are based on manufacturer specifications (product pages, manuals and spec sheets, all linked below) and aggregated owner reviews. We have not tested these products hands-on, and we do not publish invented test results, scores or star ratings. Read our methodology.
We compared three KitchenAid mixers on bowl size, dough rating and design. This page is based on manufacturer-published specifications and manuals plus aggregated owner reviews; we did not test the products ourselves.
Quick picks
Spec comparison
| Model | Design | Bowl | Rated dough | Speeds | Motor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KitchenAid Artisan KSM150PS | Tilt-head | 5 qt | Not stated as a weight | 10 | 325W |
| KitchenAid 5.5-Qt Bowl-Lift | Bowl-lift | 5.5 qt | Over 7 lb | 11, incl. ½ | Not on KitchenAid’s page |
| KitchenAid 7-Qt Bowl-Lift | Bowl-lift | 7 qt | Up to 8.75 lb | 11, incl. ½ | 500W* |
The picks in detail
KitchenAid Artisan 5-Qt (KSM150PS)
The Artisan is the familiar tilt-head with 10 speeds.
Pros
- Familiar
- Attachments
Cons
- 325W
KitchenAid 5.5-Qt Bowl-Lift (KSM55)
The 5.5-Qt Bowl-Lift adds a bowl lock and higher dough rating.
Pros
- Bowl lock
- ½ speed
Cons
- Taller
KitchenAid 7-Qt Bowl-Lift (KSM70)
The 7-Qt Bowl-Lift is KitchenAid’s largest home mixer.
Pros
- Biggest bowl
- 2-year warranty
Cons
- Large
Who should buy what
- Cakes and cookies
The Artisan.
- Bread weekly
The 5.5-Qt or 7-Qt.
Tilt-head vs bowl-lift
Tilt-heads lift the head to add ingredients; bowl-lifts raise the bowl and suit stiffer dough.
Frequently asked questions
Do they share attachments?
All three use KitchenAid’s attachment hub.
Did you test it?
No. This page uses manufacturer specifications and aggregated owner reviews. See how we research.
Sources
Specifications were checked against the manufacturer pages, manuals and spec sheets below in October 2026. Makers revise specs and sell regional variants, so confirm the exact model number before you buy. We do not list prices because they change daily; use the retailer link to see the current price.
Keep reading
KitchenAid 7-Qt Bowl-Lift vs KitchenAid 5.5-Qt Bowl-Lift
Two KitchenAid bowl-lifts; the question is batch size.
Read the comparison ReviewStand MixersKitchenAid Artisan 5-Quart Tilt-Head review
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Read the comparison AlternativesStand MixersBest KitchenAid Artisan alternatives
If you want more power, more bowl, less weight or a bread-first design, these mixers beat the Artisan on paper.
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