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What’s the difference between the KitchenAid Classic and KitchenAid Artisan?

On looks, theres very little to separate the two, apart from the color mentioned above.

KitchenAid Artisan 5 quart tilt-head stand mixer in pistachio

It also has a pouring shield and three mixer attachments.

Tilt-head or Bowl-lift?

The bowl-lift looks much more industrial as if it means serious business.

KitchenAid stand mixer on a kitchen worktop

But dont let that scare you.

The main difference is how the bowl attaches to the mixer.

It includes a wire whip, flat beater, dough hook, flex-edge beater and pouring shield.

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Despite its small dimensions, it still has a central hub to attach all the standard KitchenAid attachments.

We think its small and mighty.

However, it still comes with three mixing attachments and the standard KitchenAid hub attachment.

KitchenAid Artisan 5-quart, tilt-head stand mixer: $349 @ Amazon

TheDesign Series Evergreen Stand Mixer, $699, takes a bold take on the classic shape.

And there are plenty of other options to improve your prowess in the kitchen.

Fits all KitchenAid stand mixers.

White KitchenAid stand mixer with beating attachment

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