Millions of homemakers and commercial cooks around the world enjoy the benefits of using a KitchenAid stand mixer and once you use one, you too will join the fan club! With 16 models to choose from, there's a mixer for literally every cook, whether he or she is feeding two people or many times that number.
This legendary mixer dates all the way back to 1919, when the first model was released. It became an instant success among homemakers and many thousands of them were sold each year. Their design and appearance stayed constant until 1955, when customers were first presented with several colors to choose from and today's consumers can select one of 40 colors and finishes. From yellow pepper to high gloss cinnamon, these great looking mixers are sure to complement any kitchen's decor.
The original 1919 model cost 9.50, equivalent to about ,000 today. But don't think you will have to pay thousands to have this handy mixer grace your kitchen countertop! The manufacturer's price of KitchenAid's least expensive model, the Pro 450 series, costs 0, with the highest price point at 5 for the Commercial 5 Series.
No matter which of the 16 models you choose, you will be satisfied with this versatile, stainless steel device. Every model has a 10-speed slide control, meaning you can easily control how your recipe progresses. Each also has the same attachment hub, the place you can connect attachments that turn your already versatile KitchenAid mixer into a juicer, pasta maker, vegetable strainer and much more. Every single KitchenAid mixer, made in Greenville, Ohio, USA, comes with a one-year replacement warranty.
Even though your KitchenAid mixer options vary greatly, there are basically two different types, the head-tilting model and the bowl-lifting model. The head-tilting variety tilts back at a 45-degree angle with the purpose of providing easy access to the beater attachment and bowl, which attaches securely to the base. They are recommended for household use.
The bowl-lifting design contains a lever which lifts and lowers the bowl for thorough mixing. These KitchenAid mixers, which have bigger bowls than their head-tilting counterparts, are best for commercial use and can often be seen in diners and restaurants across the nation.
KitchenAid assigns a "Flour Power" ranking to each mixer model. This ranking associates a particular number of cups of flour to a bowl size. For instance, 8 cups of flour, which can make three 1-pound loaves of bread, can be contained in a 4.5-quart tilt lift model. On the other hand, a 12-cup flour capacity, which makes twice as many loaves of bread than the 4.5-quart model, works in a 5-quart Pro bowl-lift type. Each mixer comes with detailed specifications on its shipping container, which will enable you to evaluate which mixer is most appropriate for your cooking needs. Additionally, KitchenAid maintains a website that lists detailed usage data and information that will enable consumers to quickly identify the specific model best suited for their kitchen.
Last, but certainly not least, is the issue of durability. These mixers are rugged and virtually indestructible. They have been known to last for decades and it is not uncommon for these fine appliances to be passed from its original buyer to successive generations within families. You can buy with confidence knowing that your stand mixer will provide a lifetime of dependable service and help you prepare thousands of meals in the process!
