Kenwood KVL 4220.S vs KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM185

What KVL 4220.S does better (4) and where Artisan 5KSM185 wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Kenwood · 2018KVL 4220.S

8.4Score

4 advantages≈ US$520

Higher score

KitchenAid · 2018Artisan 5KSM185

7.3Score

1 advantage≈ US$580

7.1Power & capacity2.9

9.5Versatility7.7

5.1Controls & convenience9.3

Why is KVL 4220.S better than Artisan 5KSM185?

Specifications

Only differences	Kenwood KVL 4220.S≈ US$5208.4	KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM185≈ US$5807.3
Power & capacity
Power	1,200 W	300 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)	6.7 l	4.8 l
Speed settings	6	—
Top speed	—	220 rpm
Max. dough per batch	—	2 kg
Mixing & processing
Planetary mixing action	Yes	Yes
Mixer design	—	Tilt-head
Attachment hub (power outlet)	—	No
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, Splash guard, Food processor, Mincer, Patisserie set	Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Splash guard, Second bowl, Patisserie set
Number of accessories	10	6
Cooking modes
Functions	Knead, Whisk, Mix, Chop, Slice, Crush ice, Blend	Knead, Whisk, Mix
Controls & smart
Timer	No	No
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe parts	No	Yes
Housing	Metal	Aluminium
Cord length	—	1.4 m
Weight	—	11 kg
Width	—	240 mm
Height	—	360 mm
Depth	—	370 mm
Colours	Silver	—
Series	—	KitchenAid Artisan