To get closer to your personal answer to the question of which machine is best, let's first compare the KitchenAid Artisan 125 with the Artisan 156, 175, and 185. The KitchenAid Artisan 125, KitchenAid Artisan 156, 175, and KitchenAid Artisan 185 are almost identical in appearance and performance. With a motor output of a whopping 300 watts, each 5KSM Artisan stand mixer is a true powerhouse, delivering excellent results thanks to the interplay of a powerful planetary mixer and practical tilting motor head. Thanks to a housing made of high-quality injection-molded metal, each stand mixer is very robust and durable – even the control knobs are made of metal. In terms of dimensions, size, and weight, the sister models are comparable. The visual difference lies in the details: the 185 stands out slightly from its siblings in the design of the banderole and mixing bowl. While the mixing bowl on the KitchenAid Artisan 125 and 175 models is made of high-gloss stainless steel, the bowl on the KitchenAid Artisan 185 has an elegant matte finish.

If you're looking for something a little more advanced, we recommend the KitchenAid Artisan professional models. Faster, bigger, more powerful: The KitchenAid 5KSM60 and 5KSM70 models are among the top performers among kitchen appliances!

The KitchenAid 5KSM60 and 5KSM70 models stand out visually from the smaller machines, boasting an appealing, aesthetic, and rounded design. Thanks to high-quality metal, each machine is solid and durable. All machines are virtually the same size and length, and the professional models also differ only slightly in weight. There is one difference in size from the previous models: The Artisan models are narrower than the professional models.

These machines also stand out from the smaller models thanks to a particularly practical feature: Thanks to the practical professional bowl lift, the bowl on these models can be raised and lowered. This makes adding ingredients effortless – there's no need to tilt the stand mixer head. In terms of performance, these machines are significantly more powerful and therefore ready for anything: With an output of approximately 375 watts for the KitchenAid 5KSM60 and 5KSM70, these KitchenAid machines are superior to the smaller Artisan models. Just like the smaller models, the new, larger machines feature the efficient original planetary mixer.

How many liters fit in the professional models? These machines are equipped for a lot – for trouble-free processing of even large quantities, the KitchenAid models 5KSM60 and 5KSM70 have even more capacity: The KitchenAid 5KSM60 includes a high-quality mixing bowl with a capacity of 5.6 L. The KitchenAid 5KSM70 boasts even more capacity, as it can hold a particularly large amount: With a 6.6 L mixing bowl, this machine offers enough space for whipped cream, flour, and all kinds of dough! The bowls of both models are interchangeable.

The KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM70 also shines when it comes to accessories. In addition to the brushed stainless steel mixing bowls with a capacity of 5.6 L (KitchenAid 5KSM60) or 6.6 L (KitchenAid 5KSM70), both appliances come with a practical splash guard. Each professional model comes with a whisk for whipping cream, for example, which has 6 wires on the KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM60 and 11 wires on the KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM70, and is even made of stainless steel on this machine.

Both machines also include a practical dough hook and flat beater for all types of dough. The hook and beater on the KitchenAid Artisan 6.6 L 5KSM70 are made of high-quality stainless steel, while those on the KitchenAid Artisan 5.6 L 5KSM60 are protected by a robust coating. The accessories are therefore particularly robust and dishwasher-safe in the upper basket.

The KitchenAid 5KSM70 also includes a silver-coated double flexi-beater with 2 scraping edges, which maximizes contact with the bowl compared to the flat beater and thus significantly increases efficiency in dough preparation!

What about the colors? Compared to the smaller models, there are some minor compromises here. The KitchenAid 5KSM60 and 5KSM70 feature the brand's iconic classic colors. A special highlight here is the traditional Empire Red color, which is available for all professional models. Even with their simple design, these machines fit into any kitchen!

So, which machine is the best? And what are the differences between KitchenAid stand mixers? Everyone has to find the best machine for themselves, with their own different requirements for a stand mixer being the deciding factor. Each smaller model is comparable in power and appearance. If you value certain colors that will perfectly complement your kitchen, the smaller KSM125, 156, KSM175, and 185 machines offer a whole range of colors. For those who like something particularly unusual, the KSM156 special models are just what you're looking for. Among the smaller models, the 125 is the most affordable, but like the 156, it only comes with a 4.8 L mixing bowl, which is supplemented by an additional 3.0 L bowl in the KSM175 and 185. The 185 has the highest price in the comparison, but also ranks at the top in terms of accessories thanks to its practical additional bowl and robust stainless steel accessories.

If you need more power and space for preparing dough, for example, in a professional setting, the professional models are the right choice. These offer the same functions as the smaller models, but with a bowl lifter, they offer increased convenience for everyday use. Those who value a larger mixing bowl capacity of 6.6 L and high-quality stainless steel accessories will be well advised to choose the 5KSM70. Otherwise, advanced users will find the 5KSM60, with its 5.6 L capacity, perfectly suited.

Anyone who chooses a KitchenAid model is choosing an all-time classic that fits into any kitchen and can handle any household's needs. Every KitchenAid stand mixer is high-quality and will serve you faithfully for years to come! These machines are among the favorites in both private and commercial kitchens.

Recognizing a KitchenAid appliance by its number is a difficult task for the layperson. Each appliance is named and clearly identified with a unique combination of numbers and letters. But what do the appliance numbers stand for? What's the difference? Each kitchen appliance has its own unique number. The initial 5 is likely a reference to the brand's very first kitchen appliance, the "H-5," which laid the foundation for the company in 1919. The following letters, "KSM," stand for the appliance or product type, in this case, "KitchenAid Stand Mixer." Subsequent numbers represent the respective model, such as 125, 5KSM175, or 185. The combination "PS" does not stand for horsepower—contrary to what many might expect, it is part of the internal product designation. The endings for each model represent the color, such as "ER" for Empire Red or "OB" for Onyx Black.