Average Reviews:
(More customer reviews)I purchased this KitchenAid after looking at mixers for quite awhile. I kept coming back to the KitchenAid, as it was the same mixer I'd seen in my mother's kitchen, as well as the kitchens of many people I know who are avid chefs.
Things I like about this:
1. It is very heavy duty. There is nothing cheap feeling about this mixer. The bowl fits solidly into the lifting arms, and even when mixing dough at high speed, the mixer barely moves at all.
2. It comes with the basic attachments you will use constantly. We've made many doughs and mixes, and the motor has handled everything we've thrown at it.
Things I don't like about this mixer:
1. When using the whisk attachment for trying to make some whipped cream, it didn't feel like it was going all the way down into the bowl, and after 5 minutes, it hadn't frothed up into whipped cream. Perhaps it failed as I was using half and half instead of heavy whipping cream, but my hand mixer has worked on this in the past. I see there is an adjustment screw, and maybe this will correct the problem
2. Doesn't include a mixing shield. When using a lot of flour or light ingredients, it would be nice to have some sort of quick-release shield.
3. Accessories are not cheap!
Overall, I'd say if you are on the fence--buy this mixer. If you don't think you'd use it--think again. We make great muffins, batters, doughs (really good pizza dough!).
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Designed for long life and quiet operation, the KitchenAid® stand mixer is the one mixer that generations have depended on for power, performance and durability. Built to handle large batches easily, this professional mixer features a rugged, all-metal construction, a powerful 575-watt motor, and KitchenAid's unique planetary mixing action that reaches every part of the bowlFeatures:Durable, all-metal construction designed for long life and quiet operation Powerful 575-watt motor mixes large batches easily Unique KitchenAid 67 point planetary mixing action reaches every part of the bowl 10-speeds Electronic speed control 5.5 quart polished stainless steel bowl with handle Ergonomically designed bowl lift handle for a comfortable no slip grip Large capacity Heavy-duty bowl lift lever Five rubber feet to protect countertops and help ensure mixer stability Fan cooled motor Commercial auto reset Locked rotor protection Hinged hub coverUL listed Dimensions: 13.3" W x 14.6" D x 16.5" H Weight: 25 lbs. 1 year warranty Made in the USA
