KitchenAid Artisan 4.8L Tilt-Head Stand Mixer 5KSM175PS
Best for Most home bakers
Typically £449–£549
Check Price on Amazon Paid linkKitchenAid Classic 4.3L Tilt-Head Stand Mixer 5K45SS
Best for Value KitchenAid
Typically £299–£379
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| Feature | KitchenAid Artisan 4.8L Tilt-Head Stand Mixer 5KSM175PS | KitchenAid Classic 4.3L Tilt-Head Stand Mixer 5K45SS |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict | Buy | Buy |
| Typical price | £449–£549 | £299–£379 |
| Best for | Most home bakers | Value KitchenAid |
| Key feature | The classic mixer that does it all | KitchenAid quality for less |
| Bowl | 4.8 L | 4.3 L |
| Power | 300 W | 275 W |
| Speeds | 10 | — |
| Where to buy | Check Price Paid link | Check Price Paid link |
Main differences
Typical price
KitchenAid Artisan 4.8L: £449–£549; KitchenAid Classic 4.3L: £299–£379.
Best for
KitchenAid Artisan 4.8L: most home bakers; KitchenAid Classic 4.3L: value KitchenAid.
Standout
KitchenAid Artisan 4.8L: the classic mixer that does it all; KitchenAid Classic 4.3L: kitchenAid quality for less.
Bowl
KitchenAid Artisan 4.8L: 4.8 L; KitchenAid Classic 4.3L: 4.3 L.
Power
KitchenAid Artisan 4.8L: 300 W; KitchenAid Classic 4.3L: 275 W.
Which should you choose?
Choose the KitchenAid Artisan 4.8L Tilt-Head Stand Mixer 5KSM175PS if you
- bake regularly and want a durable, versatile mixer with dozens of attachments
- care most about 4.8-litre bowl handles most recipes
Choose the KitchenAid Classic 4.3L Tilt-Head Stand Mixer 5K45SS if you
- want a KitchenAid for cookies and cakes at a lower price
- care most about lower price
Which specifications matter?
Focus on the differences above rather than headline numbers. For more options, see our list of the best stand mixers in the uk.
Not sure about either? Consider these
Kenwood · Stand Mixers
Kenwood kMix Stand Mixer KMX750
Buy it if You want a stylish, capable stand mixer with a big bowl for less than a KitchenAid.
- Verdict
- Buy
- Best for
- Style and value
- Typical price
- £279–£349
Pros
- 5-litre bowl
- Strong 1,000 W motor
Cons
- Fewer attachments than KitchenAid
KitchenAid · Stand Mixers
KitchenAid Artisan 6.6L Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer 5KSM7580X
Buy it if You bake bread, bagels or pizza dough often and want a sturdy bowl-lift mixer.
- Verdict
- Consider
- Best for
- Bread bakers
- Typical price
- £599–£749
Pros
- Large 5.7 litres bowl
- Stable bowl-lift design
Cons
- Tall; may not fit under cabinets
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the KitchenAid Artisan 4.8L or the KitchenAid Classic 4.3L?
Choose the KitchenAid Artisan 4.8L if you bake regularly and want a durable, versatile mixer with dozens of attachments. Choose the KitchenAid Classic 4.3L if you want a KitchenAid for cookies and cakes at a lower price.
Which is better value?
The KitchenAid Artisan 4.8L typically costs £449–£549 and the KitchenAid Classic 4.3L typically costs £299–£379. The better value depends on which differences above matter to you.