Our Verdict
The KitchenAid Artisan is simply the best home stand mixer at its price point. The motor handles bread dough without complaint, the 4.8L bowl is perfect for most household quantities, and the attachment range is unrivalled. It’s expensive, but it’s a once-in-a-decade purchase.
Pros & Cons
✓ Pros
- Exceptional motor torque — handles heavy bread doughs without straining
- Vast attachment ecosystem (pasta, meat grinder, ice cream, more)
- 4.8L bowl capacity suits most home baking needs
- Available in 50+ colours; looks great permanently on the counter
- Robust build quality — machines from the 1990s still in daily use
✗ Cons
- Heavy at 11.3kg — rarely moved once placed
- Premium price compared to comparable-spec alternatives
- Only 1-year warranty as standard
Key Specifications
| Power | 300W |
|---|---|
| Bowl capacity | 4.8L |
| Speed settings | 10 |
| Weight | 11.3kg |
| Tilt-head | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Performance
The KitchenAid Artisan is simply the best home stand mixer at its price point. The motor handles bread dough without complaint, the 4.8L bowl is perfect for most household quantities, and the attachment range is unrivalled. It’s expensive, but it’s a once-in-a-decade purchase. Headline specifications include power of 300W, bowl capacity of 4.8L and speed settings of 10. Exceptional motor torque — handles heavy bread doughs without straining Its 4.8★ from 28,500 Amazon reviews puts it in the top tier of customer-validated products in this category.
Build Quality & Design
KitchenAid built the KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM175 to justify the editor's pick position — and the construction reflects that ambition. 4.8L bowl capacity suits most home baking needs. Available in 50+ colours; looks great permanently on the counter. The warranty terms reflect the brand's confidence in long-term reliability.
Value for Money
At the £300–£500 tier, the KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM175 is difficult to argue against. The key trade-off: Heavy at 11.3kg — rarely moved once placed. Best suited to: Serious home bakers who bake at least weekly and want a long-term investment. Those with different priorities should check the alternatives section below.
Final Verdict
The KitchenAid Artisan is simply the best home stand mixer at its price point. The motor handles bread dough without complaint, the 4.8L bowl is perfect for most household quantities, and the attachment range is unrivalled. It’s expensive, but it’s a once-in-a-decade purchase.
FAQ
Is the KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM175 worth the money?
The KitchenAid Artisan is simply the best home stand mixer at its price point. The motor handles bread dough without complaint, the 4.8L bowl is perfect for most household quantities, and the attachment range is unrivalled. It’s expensive, but it’s a once-in-a-decade purchase. Serious home bakers who bake at least weekly and want a long-term investment.
Who should NOT buy the KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM175?
Occasional bakers or anyone without permanent counter space.
Is the KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM175 available in the UK and US?
Yes — we list both Amazon UK and US links. Always verify voltage compatibility (UK 230V, US 120V).
