What is the difference between this model and the Kitchenaid artisan nickel? There is a significant price difference.
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It's due to the copper...it's a more expensive metal to buy, so it costs more to sell. You get it because it looks so beautiful, not because it works better :)
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From what I have read online, the metallic series is clad in the metal finish. The artisan series is coated with one layer of standard paint. Please check the Williams Sonoma website for a comparison chart of the different models and a good description of the metallic series. *The artisan model is painted.
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According to KitchenAid's website, differences are: Artisan has glass bowl, no pouring shield and weighs 29 pounds; KSM152PSNK has polished stainless steel bowl, pouring shield and weighs 27 pounds. KitchenAid's website offers the option to compare models.
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the function is the same just change the appearance, bright nickel with industrial finish is not polished, nickel plated shiny finish is polished.
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They are both 325 watt 10 speed 5 gal tilt heads. Copper finish seems to always run more. More of availability issue as it isn't solid copper. Glass bowls just came out last year but I resisted. Amazon is always out of the copper finish.The current price is about $200 over what I paid in '05. I have lots of French copper in my kitchen but also have a black 6 qt KA pro which my chef husband wanted. However it is a lift head. Buy what you love they last forever.
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What is the difference between the artisan series and the professional series?
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HORSEPOWER! And if you use a mixer a lot, and/or use Kitchenaid attachments, you will appreciate the difference. I went through 2 Artisans before getting the heavy duty model, and I have no regrets. Outstanding results with this mixer.
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I do believe that they are the same. 1.3 H.P. DC Motor which Is I understand it uses a gear drive mechanism. Believe it or not the next step up is a Hobart 5 Qt. mixer with a 1/3 H.P motor. I am not sure why the motors are rated like this. Last I knew the Hobart used bely drive and still has to be turned off to switch gears of which there are only three. It will however low through just about anything without complaint all day every day. Bagel dough is one of the hardest doughs on a mixer. I wouldn't recommend using this as the primary mixer in a Bagel Shop, but other than that the Hobart 5 Qt. is a classic beast of a machine and you will find that the 3 speeds are all you really knead:) The only issue is the cost. you can buy 3 Kitchen Aid mixers for the price of one Hobart 5-quart. So I guess it would all depend on what you do with the mixer and how often you do it. Hobart mixers go up in size to the point where you could fit a person in the mixing bowl. Even though the Kitchen Aid says it is "Commercial" it isn't really when put up against the same size of Hobart mixer (same manufacturer, Hobart Corp makes Kitchen Aid). So decide on how much money you want to spend and get the Hobart if you can do so without putting to much strain on your pocket, you will not be sorry. I have used them in Commercial Kitchens for 30+ years and they are the standard by which all other mixers are measured. Although other manufacturers make soma great mixers to be sure, it is my opinion that there is nothing like a Hobart mixer for function and day in and day out durability. Hobart's are also easy to get parts for and fix if some does ever go wrong. You can also look into used/refurbished Hobart's without much worry as to their ability as long as they are bought by a Certified Hobart Reseller or someone you trust and who knows the history of the machine. Best of luck and happy mixing...
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I'm not sure why the price differences. I use mine for all my Scandinavian cookie baking and pie crusts. I love the board.
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Depending on the supplier, prices differ, just make sure it is a kitchen-aid product item and not a knock-off. Also make sure you order the right item for Your mixer,turn the mixer upside down and you will find the serial #
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First there is a difference in the model numbers. All models come with the same size pan and same cooking features. The difference between the models is the accessories. The difference in price is like most things on Amazon , the same item can come from different vendors. For example the one for 99$ has a shipping charge of 50+ dollars where the one for 171$ had no shipping charge. I love my unit, I own all the Ninja products. It means less clutter , one product to do the job of many. Just research all vendors and their pricing for your best deal. And don't forget to check out Amazon warehouse for those great prices on open box, refurbished or used items. First there is a difference in the model numbers. All models come with the same size pan and same cooking features. The difference between the models is the accessories. The difference in price is like most things on Amazon , the same item can come from different vendors. For example the one for 99$ has a shipping charge of 50+ dollars where the one for 171$ had no shipping charge. I love my unit, I own all the Ninja products. It means less clutter , one product to do the job of many. Just research all vendors and their pricing for your best deal. And don't forget to check out Amazon... » Read More First there is a difference in the model numbers. All models come with the same size pan and same cooking features. The difference between the models is the accessories. The difference in price is like most things on Amazon , the same item can come from different vendors. For example the one for 99$ has a shipping charge of 50+ dollars where the one for 171$ had no shipping charge. I love my unit, I own all the Ninja products. It means less clutter , one product to do the job of many. Just research all vendors and their pricing for your best deal. And don't forget to check out Amazon warehouse for those great prices on open box, refurbished or used items. « Show Less
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I own the Pro 600 and its great for kneading dough..the bowl is big and accomadates double batches for my cookies....However be warned that the noise it makes will sit on your last nerve..the drive is different then the Artisan so its far noisier..and having had the tilt head prior to this..I must say I like that more then the lift...Perhaps you want to go hear it in person before buying it..you can do that at Williams Sonoma stores...If you can stand the noise..you will probably love the mixer..does pizza dough for me in a few minutes...great every time!
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I purchased the brushed nickel finish and it is brushed nickel all over. I did not like the shiny finish on the chrome mixer.
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It is difficult to move the mixer on our counter top. You must lift it to move it. We have done several large bread and cookie dough batches and it has not moved at all. I am not familiar with the Artisan model except we wanted the larger motor and all metal gears for longevity. So far it has not disappointed us. I also read the 7 quart model has a die-cast frame which might be heavier resulting in more grab when sitting on our counter top. So far we have not noticed any movement at all.
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This is the only one I have purchased and used! Have no idea what the difference is. However I can tell you, it is amazing!! I made a banana bread with it; absolutely out of this world!
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This is only a wild guess, but I imagine it's the labor that goes into the finish. I bought the less expensive for my husband last Christmas (he loves to cook) and have been very satisfied. We use Barkeeper's Friend to polish it up now and then and it looks great. He has a few pieces of the more expensive type, but other than a small difference in weight, I can't tell any difference in the cooking ability. If you are a real gourmet chef, you probably won't be happy with any but the most expensive cookware. However, if you are like most of us, the less expensive will serve you well for many years. :) This is only a wild guess, but I imagine it's the labor that goes into the finish. I bought the less expensive for my husband last Christmas (he loves to cook) and have been very satisfied. We use Barkeeper's Friend to polish it up now and then and it looks great. He has a few pieces of the more expensive type, but other than a small difference in weight, I can't tell any difference in the cooking ability. If you are a real gourmet chef, you probably won't be happy with any but the most expensive cookware. However, if you are like most of us, the less expensive will serve you well for many... » Read More This is only a wild guess, but I imagine it's the labor that goes into the finish. I bought the less expensive for my husband last Christmas (he loves to cook) and have been very satisfied. We use Barkeeper's Friend to polish it up now and then and it looks great. He has a few pieces of the more expensive type, but other than a small difference in weight, I can't tell any difference in the cooking ability. If you are a real gourmet chef, you probably won't be happy with any but the most expensive cookware. However, if you are like most of us, the less expensive will serve you well for many years. :) « Show Less
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I got a Kitchenaid machine back in 2001 and bought a power converter. It is working ever since, no prob. But i have to admit, the converter did cost around $75.. So you have to decide, whether it is worth it. Since i have it already, it would make sense buying this blender here, and save, because they cost around $300 and more here in germany.
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This is a 700 watt motor, and is usually priced at $500!!!! Very comparable to kitchen aid. The HB only has a 350 watt motor. This one is very hi tech. I has 2 seperate motors. 1 that runs the beaters (mixes the stiffest dough-no problem. The other motor runs the bowl turner. GO FOR THIS ONE DEFINITELY!!!!
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Its been awhile since i bought mine, but I remember that there were two that were very much alike. the only difference I could find is that one was a little more "tailored" with nicer lines on the handles and a nice scoop in the lid below the handle so your hand could fit into the handle better. A bit more refined, which is why I chose it. Look closely and you will see. Again, I am going by memory, and not by the model name.
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I think mainly it's that the Deluxe is stainless steel and the other is nickel. The function and design are the same.
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This is only a wild guess, but I imagine it's the labor that goes into the finish. I bought the less expensive for my husband last Christmas (he loves to cook) and have been very satisfied. We use Barkeeper's Friend to polish it up now and then and it looks great. He has a few pieces of the more expensive type, but other than a small difference in weight, I can't tell any difference in the cooking ability. If you are a real gourmet chef, you probably won't be happy with any but the most expensive cookware. However, if you are like most of us, the less expensive will serve you well for many years. :)