KitchenAid Artisan Plus Stand Mixer Review: Tiny Additions, Big Difference
KitchenAid has released the Artisan Plus Stand Mixer, its first major redesign of the tilt-head model in over 70 years, featuring incremental but meaningful upgrades. The new model includes a 350-watt motor, precision speed control with half-speed settings, and an LED bowl light for better visibility during mixing. While it maintains compatibility with existing attachments and offers a new textured 'crinkle' finish, it still struggles with very thick bread doughs.
- ▪The KitchenAid Artisan Plus Stand Mixer is the first significant redesign of the brand's tilt-head model in over 70 years.
- ▪It features a 350-watt motor, half-speed settings, an LED bowl light, and a new textured 'crinkle' finish in updated color options.
- ▪The mixer is priced at $500, $100 more than the standard Artisan model, but offers small yet impactful improvements for precision baking.
- ▪All KitchenAid attachments remain compatible, and the new stainless steel accessories are top-rack dishwasher-safe.
- ▪The LED light improves mixing accuracy but may be difficult to replace due to its placement.
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Julia ForbesGearMay 3, 2026 5:33 AMReview: KitchenAid Artisan Plus Stand MixerThe kitchen appliance titan changed up its beloved base-model stand mixer for the first time in over 70 years. It was worth the wait.Photograph: Julia ForbesTriangleUpBuy NowMultiple Buying Options Available$600 $500 at KitchenAid$500 at Sur La Table$500 at Williams-Sonoma$500 at Crate & BarrelCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyCommentLoaderSave StorySave this storyRating:8/10Open rating explainerInformationWIREDNew bowl light helps you get that “just right” consistency. Half-speed options make mixing incredibly precise. New textured “crinkle” finish comes in two colors.TIREDCan still struggle with thicker bread doughs.
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