Best Stand Mixers (2026): KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM175

Our top picks for best stand mixers, ranked by independent verdict scores from 4 tested products.

KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM175

9.8/10

4.8★ (28,500)

The benchmark home stand mixer. Iconic design, exceptional build quality, and an attachment ecosystem that turns it into 30 appliances in one.

9.4/10

4.8★ (28,400)

4.8L bowl, 10 speeds, planetary mixing, tilt-head, 20+ attachments, iconic design. The mixer institution.

8.8/10

4.6★ (3,200)

A genuinely capable stand mixer at a more accessible price. Better motor longevity than budget alternatives, with a neat compact footprint.

8.4/10

4.5★ (5,600)

Reliable German engineering at an accessible price. Quieter than most competitors and a good all-rounder for everyday baking.