KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM185PSB Stand Mixer review
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- Kitchen machine

The KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM185PSB is KitchenAid's fanciest standard-sized mixer. It has stainless steel mixing attachments, which the brand says are sturdier and longer-lasting. It comes in a range of premium colour finishes, including trendy copper. Is this pricey model the ultimate stand mixer for the serious baker?
What's included:- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- What's it great at?
- Is there anything I should watch out for?
- Which? first look verdict
First reviewed by Which?
September 2018
Released
September 2018

Technical specifications
General
- TypeKitchen machine
- Height36cm
- Width24cm
- Depth37cm
Test results
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- 36%Lowest score
- 69%Average score
- 80%Highest score
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