Pros
Quality product
Attractive color
Easy to use
Different speed settings
Long lasting
Reliable
Versatile
Powerful motor
Various attachments available
Iconic look
Large bowl
Soft feet for stability
Dishwasher-safe bowl and mixing tools
Excellent customer support
Cons
Heavy
Head wobbles and knocks during use
No spring and washer for attachments
Main Product Advantages
10 Quality and Durability
Solid and heavy-duty construction that lasts for years. Stainless steel bowl and coated paddles are of high quality and durable, with many users having no issues over several years of use.
9 Versatility
Extremely versatile with multiple attachments such as pasta maker, sausage maker, and various beaters. Works well for different types of mixing tasks including baking, blending meat, making butter, and more.
9 Design and Aesthetics
Iconic and attractive design that looks great on the kitchen counter. Available in multiple colors, including Empire Red and Passion Red. Users appreciate the aesthetic appeal.
9 Customer Support
Excellent customer service and support from KitchenAid. Issues such as shipping damage are resolved promptly, and users report high satisfaction with overall support.
8 Ease of Use
Easy to use with different speed settings. The tilt-head design makes adding ingredients and cleaning simpler. Users appreciate the splash guard which helps reduce mess.
8 Power
Powerful motor that handles heavy doughs and large batches with ease. However, some reviews mention a slight wobble when kneading dough, which is considered normal.
8 Value for Money
Though priced on the higher end, users believe the mixer offers great value due to its longevity, versatility, and performance. Replacement parts are affordable as well.
7 Cleaning
Parts like the bowl and some paddles are dishwasher-safe, making cleanup relatively easy. However, other components such as aluminum paddles need to be hand washed.
KitchenAid KSM150PSER Artisan Tilt-Head Stand Mixer with Pouring Shield, 5-Quart, Empire Red
Choose from over 20 different colors of the KitchenAid Artisan Series Tilt-Head Stand Mixer for the one that perfectly matches your kitchen design or personality. Easily make your favorite cakes and multiple batches of cookie dough with the 5-quart stainless steel mixing bowl with comfortable handle. With 10 speeds, the stand mixer will quickly become your kitchen’s culinary center as you mix, knead, and whip ingredients with ease. And for even more versatility, the power hub fits optional attachments from food grinders to pasta makers and more.
Product Performance
KitchenAid's Artisan stand mixer is a substantial piece of equipment: 325 watts of mixing power make child's play of creaming butter, kneading dough, and whipping cream. The kid in you will appreciate how quick and easy it is to mix up a batch of cookie dough. This model comes with three attachments: a flat beater for making batter, meat loaf, and all textures in-between; a wire whip for egg whites, mayonnaise, and more air-infused creations; and a hook for mixing and kneading yeast doughs. All three are solidly constructed and easily secured to the beater shaft with a simple twist.
Ergonomics and Design
This model also includes a pouring shield for guiding ingredients to their proper destination, and the bowl itself locks tight to the base. Standing about 15 inches high, jutting out a foot, and weighing more than a grown woman's bowling ball, this stand mixer isn't the sort of appliance you'll wipe down and put away. Better to find a square foot of free counter space for easy access; besides, this machine is as pretty as it is rugged--you'll want to show it off.
Power and Mixing Action
The Artisan mixer's strong 325-watt motor delivers the power to handle the heaviest mixtures, and mix large batches easily. The 5-quart polished stainless steel bowl with ergonomic handle is big enough to handle large batches of heavy mixtures. Its ergonomically designed handle is contoured to fit the hand and makes lifting the bowl more comfortable.
Unique Mixing Action
The beater spins clockwise as the shaft spins counterclockwise; moving the beater to 67 different points around the bowl. This unique mixing action creates a thorough blend of ingredients and eliminates the need to rotate the bowl. Multiple speeds 10 speeds allow the user to select the right speed for the mixing job; from very high to very slow stir. It's easy to select the precise speed needed for a perfect mix.
Versatile Accessories and Easy Clean-Up
The flat beater, dough hook, and the professional wire whip add to the versatility of the mixer. The flat beater is the ideal accessory for mixing normal to heavy batters. From cake mixes to firm cookie dough, the flat beater mixes quickly and thoroughly. The dough hook mixes and kneads yeast dough, saving both time and the effort of hand-kneading. The wire whip incorporates the maximum amount of air in whipped mixtures for fluffier whipped cream and angel food cakes. All attachments are solidly constructed, and attach easily to the stand mixer. The pouring shield fits around the top of the bowl and prevents ingredient splash-out. The chute makes it convenient and easy to add ingredients. The tilt-back mixer head allows for easy access to bowl and beaters. A lock lever holds the mixer head securely in place and the bowl fastens tightly to the base.
Optional Attachments
Optional attachments (sold separately) complete the package to make cooking a pleasure. From citrus juicer to sausage stuffer, KitchenAid stand mixers can handle just about any job in the kitchen.
Conclusion
The KitchenAid KSM150PSER Artisan Tilt-Head Stand Mixer is a versatile and powerful kitchen appliance that combines robust performance with elegant design. Its various attachments, unique mixing action, and easy clean-up make it a valuable addition to any kitchen. If you're looking for a reliable and stylish stand mixer, this model is a worthy investment.
