KitchenAid Mixer Artisan vs Professional (Video)

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Need help deciding between a KitchenAid professional 600 or Artisan series stand mixer? I created a side-by-side video comparison of the features and differences, including a highlight of the bowl lift vs tilt head design.

Why I created this comparison for you

KitchenAid mixers come in several modes, shapes, colors, and sizes. This can make it tricky to make buying decisions, especially if you’re a first-time buyer or upgrading an older model.

I previously owned the 4.5-quart KitchenAid Classic Stand Mixer, and it was a perfect stand mixer for small batches of baked goods.

I found it not powerful enough to knead slightly larger batches of bread dough without taxing the motor. So I eventually upgraded to the 5-quart Artisan Stand Mixer and was later gifted the 6-quart Pro 600 Stand Mixer.

As of 2023, the Pro 600 appears to have been discontinued, but the 7-quart bowl lift stand mixer and the Costco Kitchenaid 6-quart mixer are very similar to the Pro 600. I'm planning to research the details for you asap!

This is precisely why I have two stand mixers in my kitchen for the comparison video I made (see below). Both models are popular upgrades to the 4.5 qt KitchenAid Classic stand mixer for the experienced baker or home cook.

I'm happy to report that neither of these stand mixers will disappoint you. But, this outcome may vary based on your needs, so I recommend trying to anticipate your needs before buying one.

For me, what’s not to love about both units? After all, they’re both made by KitchenAid, and we all know they make superior products (not sponsored). Watch the full video to find out which model is my go-to at The Kitchen Girl HQ.

KitchenAid Artisan stand mixer features

• stainless 5 Quart Bowl With Handle
• attachments: Wire Whip, Dough Hook, Flat-Beater
• plastic Pouring Shield
• 10 Speed Settings
• front Reservoir for pasta maker, food grinder
• 47” 3-prong 110V power cord
• 325 Watts
• tilt head
• 13.9” inches tall / 18” with tilt-head lifted
• weighs 26 lbs
• tilting head more convenient for scraping bowl/attachments
• short height = more countertop storage options
• several color options
• The front reservoir is not on a hinge (so don’t lose it)
• glass bowl with lid purchased separately

KitchenAid Professional 600 features

• stainless 6 Quart Bowl With Handle
• attachments: Wire Whip, Dough Hook, Flat-Beater
• plastic Pouring Shield
• 10 Speed Settings
• front Reservoir for attachments (pasta maker, food grinder, etc)
• the power cord is a 47” 3-prong 110V
• 575 Watts
• lift Stand - Stationary motorhead
• 16.5” inches tall
• weighs 29 lbs
• soft start feature (delay motion = safety/reduce splashing)
• lift stand (stationary) stable but restricts scraping movement
• taller height - not good with shorter cabinet height
• fewer color options
• hinged front attachment reservoir (won’t lose it)

KitchenAid stand mixer attachments

• KitchenAid 5-Qt. Glass Bowl with Lid & Measure Lines
• KitchenAid 6 Quart Glass Mixing Bowl with Accessories
• KitchenAid Pasta Roller and Cutter Set
• KitchenAid Citrus Juicer Stand Mixer Attachment
• KitchenAid Food Grinder Attachment
• KitchenAid Food Processor Attachment
• KitchenAid Spiralizer Attachment with Peel, Core, and Slice

Tried and true stand mixer recipes

Use your KitchenAid stand mixer to knead dough for the best yeast bread recipes, including French Bread and Cranberry Walnut Bread. It's also a great mixer for mixing a large batch of blueberry zucchini bread or this one bowl banana bread.

Make sure to watch the video comparison above! I'm happy to answer your questions in the comments below. As always, thanks for hanging out with me.