- Baker & Spice
- Compare
- Chef XL KVL4140 vs Artisan 5KSM125
Kenwood Chef XL KVL4140 vs KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM125
What Chef XL KVL4140 does better (6) and where Artisan 5KSM125 wins (2) — every spec side by side.
vs
8.6Power & capacity3.6
9.3Versatility6.6
8.2Controls & convenience6.5
Dimensions
Size comparison
Chef XL KVL4140Artisan 5KSM125
| Chef XL KVL4140 | Artisan 5KSM125 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 356 mm | 360 mm | −4 mm |
| Width | 380 mm | 240 mm | +140 mm |
| Depth | 285 mm | 370 mm | −85 mm |
| Weight | 13.5 kg | 10.4 kg | +3.1 kg |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is Chef XL KVL4140 better than Artisan 5KSM125?
- Power1,200 W vs 300 W4×
- Number of accessories6 vs 32×
- Dishwasher-safe partsYes · Artisan 5KSM125: No
- Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)6.7 l vs 4.8 l+40%
- Max. dough per batch5 kg vs 2 kg2.5×
- Pulse functionYes · Artisan 5KSM125: No
Why is Artisan 5KSM125 better than Chef XL KVL4140?
- Speed settings8 vs 10+25%
- Cord length1.2 m vs 1.4 m+21%
Specifications
Side by side
| Power & capacity | ||
| Power | 1,200 W | 300 W |
| Capacity (bowl / basket / pot) | 6.7 l | 4.8 l |
| Speed settings | 8 | 10 |
| Top speed | — | 220 rpm |
| Max. dough per batch | 5 kg | 2 kg |
| Mixing & processing | ||
| Planetary mixing action | Yes | Yes |
| Mixer design | — | Tilt-head |
| Attachment hub (power outlet) | Yes | Yes |
| Pulse function | Yes | No |
| Soft start | No | No |
| Heating / cooking function | No | No |
| Bowl material | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Attachments included | Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Patisserie set | Dough hook, Flat beater |
| Number of accessories | 6 | 3 |
| Cooking modes | ||
| Functions | Knead, Whisk, Mix, Slice, Crush ice, Blend | Knead, Whisk, Mix |
| Controls & smart | ||
| Display | None (dials / switches) | None (dials / switches) |
| Timer | No | No |
| Design & build | ||
| Dishwasher-safe parts | Yes | No |
| Housing | Metal | Aluminium |
| Cord length | 1.2 m | 1.4 m |
| Weight | 13.5 kg | 10.4 kg |
| Width | 380 mm | 240 mm |
| Height | 356 mm | 360 mm |
| Depth | 285 mm | 370 mm |
| Colours | Silver | — |
| Series | Kenwood Chef XL | KitchenAid Artisan |
