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KitchenAid 7-Quart Bowl-Lift vs KitchenAid Artisan Plus
Get the Artisan Plus. It suits most kitchens better and handles small amounts properly. The 7-Quart Bowl-Lift is a 31-pound beast for people baking several loaves at once.
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Which one is for you?
7-Quart Bowl-Lift
Get the 7-Quart if this sounds like you: bulk baking, several loaves at once, a permanent spot on the counter.
Is the KitchenAid 7-Quart Bowl-Lift worth it?Artisan Plus
Regular batches, whipping small amounts and more colours: that's the Artisan Plus.
Is the KitchenAid Artisan Plus worth it?Key differences
7-Quart Bowl-LiftArtisan Plus
Bowl
7 qt✓
5 qt
Small amounts
Awkward
Fine✓
Weight
About 31 lb
Lighter✓
Colours
Fewer
More✓
Price
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How we reached this verdict
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: Tom's Guide, America's Test Kitchen, Expert Reviews, Expert Reviews: Kenwood kMix, BBC Good Food, Good Housekeeping, CNET, Bon Appétit, manufacturer specifications.
Updated 5 Nov 2026How we decide