sunshine Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 The Professional series is on sale for 299.00 and the 5qt one is on sale for 198.00 Which one would you buy. I need to know ASAP so that ds18 can order it for dh to give me for Christmas. My understanding is that these deals online only last today. Thank you for your expertise and great advice! I am counting on you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teachermom2834 Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 i don't know but I'm looking for one. Where is this sale? I'm leaning toward the professional model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingersmom Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 I bought mine 20 years ago when there was only one model to choose from. Unless you are a professional baker I would think that the one for $198 would be fine. I adore my mixer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikeBookBread Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 Buy the biggest capacity, strongest horsepower that you can afford. You will grow into anything that is "too much mixer" before you know it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yslek Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 I have the pro, and am glad I do. I've been able to mix enough dough for 4 loaves of bread in it. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angela in GA Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 I have the 5qt. Professional Model. That's a fabulous price! Go for it! :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momtolgd Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 I am wondering the same thing...the cheapest 5 qt artisan one I have found is $212 after rebate...and I'm seriously thinking about it. Where do you see one for $198? :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iquilt Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 (edited) I have had my professional for 8 years now and use it practically daily. If you want to ever make more than one loaf of dough at a time then get the professional with its larger capacity! Edited November 30, 2009 by iquilt spelling - oh horror Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunshine Posted November 30, 2009 Author Share Posted November 30, 2009 I am wondering the same thing...the cheapest 5 qt artisan one I have found is $212 after rebate...and I'm seriously thinking about it. Where do you see one for $198? :001_smile: I saw it on the link from the NeverPayRetail.net This is a great site and I am a fan on facebook so her deals pop up automatically on my page. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaKinVA Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 I am longing to step up to the 600 horsepower one (I have a 350 right now, but making some of the stiff doughs, or large batches, it isn't a happy camper). Also, I'm hoping to start making some of our own pasta noodles, which means I'll use it even more. Get the beiggest/best one you can afford. 10 years from now, who knows what you'll be doing! (This from someone who swore they'd never do THAT!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairie rose Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 I have 5 qt heavy duty one from Sam's. I love it and it has never once had any complaint about what I put in it. My only regret is that, for our family of 7, I probably should have gotten the 6qt. Sometimes I have to make just a little more than the 5 qt bowl can hold comfortably with our larger family. But I only paid $100 for it brand new so I could hardly pass it up. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dani3boys Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 I had the Artisan for 3 years, but its motor was not big enough to keep up with my bread making. I have had the professional model for 5 years now and have been very happy with it. I use it almost daily to make bread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunshine Posted December 1, 2009 Author Share Posted December 1, 2009 Thank you so much everyone!! I believe my dh and ds are getting ready to order the 6qt. but today I also saw a 7qt Viking and got the coveting bug quick. But I know I will be perfectly satisfied with the Kitchen Aid!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarlaS Posted December 1, 2009 Share Posted December 1, 2009 Speaking of Kitchen Aid mixers, did any of you see the new 90'th anniversary limited edition model on their site? :drool5: I encountered it accidentally while checking out their gas ranges (which were a bit of a disappointment...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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