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Kenwood Chef XL PRO KPL9000S vs KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM185

What Chef XL PRO KPL9000S does better (5) and where Artisan 5KSM185 wins (2) — every spec side by side.

Kenwood Chef XL PRO KPL9000S
Kenwood · 2018Chef XL PRO KPL9000S
9.2Score
5 advantages≈ US$470
Higher score
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KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM185
KitchenAid · 2018Artisan 5KSM185
7.3Score
2 advantages≈ US$580
9.5Power & capacity2.9
9.0Versatility7.7
5.1Controls & convenience9.3

Why is Chef XL PRO KPL9000S better than Artisan 5KSM185?

  1. Power1,700 W vs 300 W5.7×
  2. Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)6.7 l vs 4.8 l+40%
  3. Max. dough per batch5 kg vs 2 kg2.5×
  4. Pulse functionYes · Artisan 5KSM185: No
  5. Soft startYes · Artisan 5KSM185: No

Why is Artisan 5KSM185 better than Chef XL PRO KPL9000S?

  1. Dishwasher-safe partsNo · Chef XL PRO KPL9000S: Yes
  2. Number of accessories4 vs 6+50%
Specifications

Side by side

Power & capacity
Power1,700 W300 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)6.7 l4.8 l
Top speed—220 rpm
Max. dough per batch5 kg2 kg
Mixing & processing
Planetary mixing actionYesYes
Mixer design—Tilt-head
Attachment hub (power outlet)—No
Pulse functionYesNo
Soft startYesNo
Heating / cooking functionNoNo
Bowl material—Stainless steel
Attachments includedWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beaterWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Splash guard, Second bowl, Patisserie set
Number of accessories46
Cooking modes
FunctionsKnead, Whisk, MixKnead, Whisk, Mix
Controls & smart
TimerNoNo
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe partsNoYes
HousingMetalAluminium
Cord length—1.4 m
Weight—11 kg
Width—240 mm
Height—360 mm
Depth—370 mm
SeriesKenwood Chef XLKitchenAid Artisan
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