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Kenwood KWL90 Chef XL vs KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM185

What KWL90 Chef XL does better (5) and where Artisan 5KSM185 wins (0) — every spec side by side.

Kenwood KWL90 Chef XL
Kenwood · 2021KWL90 Chef XL
9.5Score
5 advantages≈ US$640
Higher score
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KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM185
KitchenAid · 2018Artisan 5KSM185
7.3Score
0 advantages≈ US$540
8.3Power & capacity2.9
9.1Versatility7.6
8.5Controls & convenience9.3

Why is KWL90 Chef XL better than Artisan 5KSM185?

  1. Power1,400 W vs 300 W4.7×
  2. Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)7 l vs 4.8 l+46%
  3. Pulse functionYes · Artisan 5KSM185: No
  4. Number of accessories7 vs 6+17%
  5. Max. dough per batch2.6 kg vs 2 kg+28%

Why is Artisan 5KSM185 better than KWL90 Chef XL?

Artisan 5KSM185 has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Specifications

Side by side

Power & capacity
Power1,400 W300 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)7 l4.8 l
Speed settings13—
Top speed—220 rpm
Max. dough per batch2.6 kg2 kg
Mixing & processing
Planetary mixing actionYesYes
Mixer design—Tilt-head
Attachment hub (power outlet)—No
Pulse functionYesNo
Soft startNoNo
Built-in scaleYes—
Heating / cooking functionNoNo
Bowl material—Stainless steel
Attachments includedWhisk, Dough hook, Second bowl, MincerWhisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Splash guard, Second bowl, Patisserie set
Number of accessories76
Cooking modes
FunctionsKnead, Mix, Blend, WeighKnead, Whisk, Mix
Controls & smart
DisplayTouchscreen—
TimerNoNo
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe parts—Yes
HousingMetalAluminium
Cord length—1.4 m
Weight12.3 kg11 kg
Width—240 mm
Height—360 mm
Depth—370 mm
ColoursSilver—
SeriesKenwood Chef XLKitchenAid Artisan
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