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Kenwood Chef XL KVL4170 vs KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM185

What Chef XL KVL4170 does better (2) and where Artisan 5KSM185 wins (2) — every spec side by side.

Kenwood Chef XL KVL4170
Kenwood · 2017Chef XL KVL4170
7.1Score
2 advantages≈ US$400
vs
KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM185
KitchenAid · 2018Artisan 5KSM185
7.3Score
2 advantages≈ US$540
Higher score
7.2Versatility7.6
6.6Controls & convenience9.3

Why is Chef XL KVL4170 better than Artisan 5KSM185?

  1. Pulse functionYes · Artisan 5KSM185: No
  2. Number of accessories7 vs 6+17%

Why is Artisan 5KSM185 better than Chef XL KVL4170?

  1. Planetary mixing actionNo · Chef XL KVL4170: Yes
  2. Dishwasher-safe partsNo · Chef XL KVL4170: Yes
Specifications

Side by side

Power & capacity
Power—300 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)—4.8 l
Top speed—220 rpm
Max. dough per batch—2 kg
Mixing & processing
Planetary mixing actionNoYes
Mixer design—Tilt-head
Attachment hub (power outlet)—No
Pulse functionYesNo
Soft startNoNo
Heating / cooking functionNoNo
Bowl materialStainless steelStainless steel
Attachments includedWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Splash guard, Mincer, Spatula, Patisserie setWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Splash guard, Second bowl, Patisserie set
Number of accessories76
Cooking modes
FunctionsKnead, Whisk, MixKnead, Whisk, Mix
Controls & smart
TimerNoNo
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe partsNoYes
Non-stick coatingYes—
HousingAluminiumAluminium
Cord length—1.4 m
Weight—11 kg
Width—240 mm
Height—360 mm
Depth—370 mm
Series—KitchenAid Artisan
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