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Kenwood Chef Elite KVC 5401S vs KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM185
What Chef Elite KVC 5401S does better (4) and where Artisan 5KSM185 wins (4) — every spec side by side.
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6.3Power & capacity2.9
7.1Versatility7.6
5.0Controls & convenience9.3
Why is Chef Elite KVC 5401S better than Artisan 5KSM185?
- Power1,200 W vs 300 W4×
- Attachment hub (power outlet)Yes · Artisan 5KSM185: No
- Soft startYes · Artisan 5KSM185: No
- Max. dough per batch3 kg vs 2 kg+50%
Why is Artisan 5KSM185 better than Chef Elite KVC 5401S?
- Planetary mixing actionNo · Chef Elite KVC 5401S: Yes
- Dishwasher-safe partsNo · Chef Elite KVC 5401S: Yes
- Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)4.6 l vs 4.8 l+4%
- Number of accessories5 vs 6+20%
Specifications
Side by side
| Power & capacity | ||
| Power | 1,200 W | 300 W |
| Capacity (bowl / basket / pot) | 4.6 l | 4.8 l |
| Speed settings | 8 | — |
| Top speed | — | 220 rpm |
| Max. dough per batch | 3 kg | 2 kg |
| Mixing & processing | ||
| Planetary mixing action | No | Yes |
| Mixer design | Lift arm (multi-position) | Tilt-head |
| Attachment hub (power outlet) | Yes | No |
| Pulse function | No | No |
| Soft start | Yes | No |
| Heating / cooking function | No | No |
| Bowl material | — | Stainless steel |
| Attachments included | Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Patisserie set | Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Splash guard, Second bowl, Patisserie set |
| Number of accessories | 5 | 6 |
| Cooking modes | ||
| Functions | Knead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Crush ice, Blend | Knead, Whisk, Mix |
| Controls & smart | ||
| Timer | No | No |
| Design & build | ||
| Dishwasher-safe parts | No | Yes |
| Housing | — | Aluminium |
| Cord length | — | 1.4 m |
| Weight | — | 11 kg |
| Width | — | 240 mm |
| Height | — | 360 mm |
| Depth | — | 370 mm |
| Colours | Silver | — |
| Series | Kenwood Chef Elite | KitchenAid Artisan |
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