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Kenwood Chef Elite KVC 5401S vs KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM125

What Chef Elite KVC 5401S does better (4) and where Artisan 5KSM125 wins (3) — every spec side by side.

Kenwood Chef Elite KVC 5401S
Kenwood · 2017Chef Elite KVC 5401S
6.3Score
4 advantages≈ US$550
Higher score
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KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM125
KitchenAid · 2016Artisan 5KSM125
5.0Score
3 advantages≈ US$580
6.3Power & capacity3.6
7.1Versatility6.6
5.0Controls & convenience6.5

Why is Chef Elite KVC 5401S better than Artisan 5KSM125?

  1. Power1,200 W vs 300 W4×
  2. Number of accessories5 vs 3+67%
  3. Soft startYes · Artisan 5KSM125: No
  4. Max. dough per batch3 kg vs 2 kg+50%

Why is Artisan 5KSM125 better than Chef Elite KVC 5401S?

  1. Planetary mixing actionNo · Chef Elite KVC 5401S: Yes
  2. Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)4.6 l vs 4.8 l+4%
  3. Speed settings8 vs 10+25%
Specifications

Side by side

Power & capacity
Power1,200 W300 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)4.6 l4.8 l
Speed settings810
Top speed—220 rpm
Max. dough per batch3 kg2 kg
Mixing & processing
Planetary mixing actionNoYes
Mixer designLift arm (multi-position)Tilt-head
Attachment hub (power outlet)YesYes
Pulse functionNoNo
Soft startYesNo
Heating / cooking functionNoNo
Bowl material—Stainless steel
Attachments includedWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Patisserie setDough hook, Flat beater
Number of accessories53
Cooking modes
FunctionsKnead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Crush ice, BlendKnead, Whisk, Mix
Controls & smart
Display—None (dials / switches)
TimerNoNo
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe partsNoNo
Housing—Aluminium
Cord length—1.4 m
Weight—10.4 kg
Width—240 mm
Height—360 mm
Depth—370 mm
ColoursSilver—
SeriesKenwood Chef EliteKitchenAid Artisan
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