The KitchenAid Artisan And Architect Stand Mixers are designed to do an exceptional job of whipping, kneading, and mixing all types of dough. These mixers also come with a variety of optional attachments that offer multiple levels and styles of versatility, giving you the power to create everything from delicate cake batters to thick biscuit doughs.

For those who need a little help deciding which KitchenAid mixer is right for them, here’s our break-down on the differences between the Artisan and Architect models.

KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer

The KitchenAid Artisan mixer is one of the most popular stand mixers in the world. The Artisan features a 5-quart stainless steel bowl that’s perfect for most recipes, including breads, cakes, and other doughs. The powerful 350-watt motor creates enough power to knead dough as well as whisk eggs for angel food cake or beat cream cheese for frosting. The tilt-back bowl makes it easy to add ingredients and you don’t have to worry about any ingredients splashing out because the mixing attachment locks securely into place. This model comes with two mixing heads: a flat beater and dough hook. These attachments work great with heavy doughs and batters. If you need additional accessories, they can be purchased separately.

The KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer is available in a variety of colors: white on white, onyx/white, empire red, empire red/white, aqua sky/white, onyx black/silver and white ice. It comes with a 5-year limited warranty.

This mixer comes with a 3-piece pouring shield and a wire whisk attachment that’s made of premium material for the best performance even when mixing sticky ingredients or doughs that tend to splatter during mixing.

KitchenAid Architect Stand Mixer

The KitchenAid Architect Stand Mixer is the professional choice for chefs, bakers, and other professionals who need a high-power, high-performance mixer that’s built to last. The power of the motor (600 watts) is more than enough to handle any mixing job that comes your way. The mixing bowl is a 5-quart stainless steel bowl with a handy pouring shield so you can easily add ingredients or remove batter from the bowl. It comes with a 3-piece pouring shield for easy cleanup and two mixing attachments: a flat beater and dough hook. These attachments are perfect for heavy doughs or batters and are designed not to spin off the shaft during use.

The KitchenAid Architect Stand Mixer is available in three colors: onyx black, empire red/white and white ice. This product comes with a 5-year limited warranty.

The pouring shield and wire whisk attachment that comes with the mixer is made of premium materials for optimal performance when beating and mixing sticky ingredients or doughs that tend to splatter during mixing.

Why are the bowls on the Artisan and Architect mixers different sizes?

A: The bowls on the Artisan and Architect mixers are different based on personal preference and the size of your recipe. Many recipes call for a larger bowl size, so that’s why we offer this model with a 5-quart bowl. However, if you’re mixing smaller batches of recipes in your mixer then choose another model.

Which bowl is better? Do I need to get a bigger one?

A: In general, unless you’re making large batches of cookies or cake batter every day, you don’t need to go out of your way to get something bigger than 5 quarts. Many people choose a 5-quart bowl because of their favorite recipes, but if you know someone who needs to make a lot of cookies, cakes, or other smaller batches then they may want to get a bigger model. The mixing bowls are the exact same size.

Which type of metal is the mixing bowl made of? Is it dishwasher safe?

The bowl is made of solid stainless steel with rounded corners that’s resistant to chipping and keeps its shine inside and out. This mixer has no moving parts so it’s completely dishwasher-safe.

Can I attach any of the other mixing attachments to this model?

Yes, you can attach all the other mixer accessories to this model. This includes the accessory kit, meat grinder, food grinder, food processor and pasta extruder.

Does it come with a warranty? How long is it?

KitchenAid stands behind their products with a 5-year limited warranty on manufacturing defects and workmanship. This means if there are any issues with your mixer within 5 years of purchase (not including shipping) they will fix or replace it free of charge. Be sure to register your product before using. Click here to register your mixer.

How many watts does the motor have?

The motor on this mixer has 350 watts of power. It’s a powerful, professional-grade motor that can handle thick doughs and stiff cookie doughs with ease. There are some models with more powerful motors if you’re planning on doing a lot of heavy mixing or kneading tasks.

Final Thoughts:

The KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer is a commercial-grade, high-quality stand mixer that’s perfect for first-time users and serious home cooks alike. It comes with two mixing attachments and can be used with any other attachment on the market, giving you everything you need to whip eggs, knead dough, mix heavy batters and much more. The tilt back design of the bowl makes adding ingredients or removing batter easy and there’s no need to worry about spillage because the mixing attachment locks securely in place. This model comes in a variety of colors so you’re sure to find something that fits your kitchen decor as well as your budget.