KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM150 vs Topmatic PKM-1800.1BG

What Artisan 5KSM150 does better (2) and where PKM-1800.1BG wins (4) — every spec side by side.

KitchenAid · 2013Artisan 5KSM150

6.9Score

2 advantages≈ US$2,400

Topmatic · 2024PKM-1800.1BG

8.5Score

4 advantages

Higher score

3.1Power & capacity7.0

8.2Versatility9.6

8.6Controls & convenience5.9

Why is Artisan 5KSM150 better than PKM-1800.1BG?

Specifications

Only differences	KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM150≈ US$2,4006.9	Topmatic PKM-1800.1BG8.5
Power & capacity
Power	300 W	1,800 W
Capacity (bowl / basket / pot)	4.8 l	5 l
Speed settings	10	6
Top speed	220 rpm	—
Max. dough per batch	1 kg	—
Mixing & processing
Planetary mixing action	Yes	Yes
Mixer design	Tilt-head	Lift arm (multi-position)
Attachment hub (power outlet)	Yes	Yes
Pulse function	No	No
Soft start	No	No
Heating / cooking function	No	Yes
Blender jug	—	1.5 l
Bowl material	Stainless steel	Stainless steel
Attachments included	Whisk, Dough hook, Flat beater, Splash guard	Whisk, Dough hook, Splash guard, Mincer
Number of accessories	5	9
Cooking modes
Functions	Knead, Whisk, Mix, Slice, Blend	Knead, Mix, Chop, Blend, Cook
Controls & smart
Display	None (dials / switches)	None (dials / switches)
Timer	No	No
Design & build
Dishwasher-safe parts	Yes	No
Housing	Metal	Stainless steel
Cord length	1.3 m	—
Cord storage	—	Yes
Weight	10.6 kg	7.7 kg
Width	362 mm	—
Height	343 mm	—
Depth	222 mm	—
Colours	—	Red, Grey, Silver
Series	KitchenAid Artisan	—