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KitchenAid Stand Mixers

These professional-grade mixers offer versatile configurations for small and large kitchen projects. Choose between tilt-head and bowl-lift designs to suit your workspace

First look
Worth noticing

Multiple Configurations

Choose between tilt-head and high-capacity bowl-lift models.

Commercial Grade

The 8-quart series includes a stainless steel bowl guard.

Specialty Bundles

Select listings include flex edge beaters and pouring shields.

Catalog map

How KitchenAid splits here

Bowl-lift

6/12 in our catalog

Tilt-head

6/12 in our catalog

The lineup

35 mixers on this hub

Ranges Tilt-head Bowl-lift

About this lineup

Professional Mixing Standards

This set includes models ranging from 4.5-quart home units to 8-quart commercial machines. The titles highlight specific series like Artisan and Commercial for different user needs.

  • Tilt-head access design
  • Bowl-lift support system
  • 8-quart commercial capacity
  • Flex edge beater attachments
  • Stainless steel bowl guards
  • Pouring shield accessories
What to look for

The lineup

KitchenAid focuses on Red, Black, Bowl-lift stand mixers, Tilt-head stand mixers in the current models.

How they are built

What you get is what the titles name. Sample models: Empire red artisan 5 quart stand mixer; Pistachio green artisan 5 quart mixer; Cast iron black artisan tilt head mixer.

The intended job

Pick a KitchenAid model from Red, Black, Bowl-lift stand mixers, Tilt-head stand mixers when that is the job you have.

Worth comparing

Titles already name the split: Empire red artisan 5 quart stand mixer; Pistachio green artisan 5 quart mixer; Cast iron black artisan tilt head mixer.

Mentioned

Good and less good

Based on 96 reviews we read

Keepers

  • Quiet operation 13
  • Beautiful color finish 12
  • Sturdy build quality 9
  • Long-lasting durability 8
  • Easy for baking 7
  • Easy to operate 7
  • Sturdy build 7
  • Attachment ecosystem 6
  • Heavy weight 5

Why it slips

  • Heavy to move 8
  • Heavy weight 3
  • Quiet operation 1
Voices

Buyer notes

Gary 4.4

The 5-quart tilt-head model is perfect for my daily baking needs.

Bruce 4.8

I prefer the 8-quart bowl-lift for making very large batches of bread.

Albert 4.2

The flex edge beater helps me mix ingredients without stopping to scrape the bowl.

Before you buy

KitchenAid Questions

What is the difference between tilt-head and bowl-lift models?

Tilt-head models allow the motor head to move back for bowl access. Bowl-lift models use a lever to move the bowl up to the fixed motor head.

What is the largest capacity available in this set?

The Commercial Series offers an 8-quart capacity. This is the largest size listed in this catalog.

Are there any special attachments included?

Some bundles include a flex edge beater or a pouring shield. These help with thorough mixing and preventing messes.

What are the standard bowl sizes for home use?

Home models typically come in 4.5-quart and 5-quart sizes. These are found in the Artisan and KSM85 series.