Looking for a 10-Quart KitchenAid? The Biggest Mixers Compared

Best for
Hosts making huge batches of dough

The KitchenAid KSM8990CU 8-Quart Commercial Countertop Mixer is the closest you will get to a 10-quart KitchenAid in this lineup. It has an 8-quart stainless steel bowl, a bowl-lift design and a high-efficiency DC motor that KitchenAid rates at 1.3 HP at the motor, delivering 0.44 HP to the bowl. KitchenAid says the DC motor runs longer with less heat build-up, which matters when you are kneading multiple rounds of pizza dough back to back.

It is NSF certified for commercial use, has 10 speeds according to the listing title, and includes speed control protection to reduce the chance of switching it on while you wipe it down. The included tools are all stainless steel: flat beater, spiral dough hook and 11-wire elliptical whip. It carries a 2-year replacement limited commercial warranty. This is the choice for hosts who regularly cook for a crowd. For anyone who bakes for a family of four, it is more machine than needed.

• 8-quart stainless steel bowl, bowl-lift
• 1.3 HP DC motor, 0.44 HP to the bowl
• Stainless flat beater, spiral dough hook and 11-wire whip
• NSF certified, 2-year commercial warranty

Best for
Small households and occasional baking

The KitchenAid Classic Series 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head mixer, model K45SS, is the smallest in this comparison and the counterpoint to the commercial models. Its 4.5-quart stainless steel bowl mixes up to 8 dozen cookies per batch, using 28-gram dough balls. It has 10 speeds, metal construction and 59 touchpoints around the bowl for thorough mixing.

The tilt-head design gives easy access for adding ingredients, and the head locks while mixing. It ships with a coated flat beater, coated dough hook and 6-wire whip, and its power hub runs optional attachments. For a big game night crowd, this bowl fills up fast; it suits small households or people who bake occasionally. If you want to see where it fits in the wider range, our KitchenAid stand mixer guide covers more everyday models.

Best for
Big batches with an added safety guard

The KitchenAid Commercial Series 8 Quart Bowl-Lift mixer, the KSMC895, matches the KSM8990CU on capacity and motor. It has an 8-quart stainless steel bowl, a 1.3 HP motor delivering 0.44 HP to the bowl, a high-efficiency DC motor, bowl-lift support and speed control protection, and it is NSF certified for commercial use.

Its distinguishing feature is a stainless steel bowl guard, which helps keep stray items out of the mixing area during operation. That is useful in a busy kitchen with guests around. The listing is a little unclear on accessories: the included components line says only the stand mixer and bowl, while a feature bullet lists the KSM8990’s flat beater, spiral dough hook and whip. Confirm what ships before you buy. The warranty is listed as 2 years. Pick this over the KSM8990CU if the bowl guard matters to you.

Best for
Home bakers wanting big capacity and accessories

The KitchenAid 7 Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer, model KSM70SKXX, is the largest non-commercial option here and the best fit for most home hosts. KitchenAid says its 7-quart bowl mixes 13 dozen cookies per batch, kneads over 8.5 pounds of bread dough or mashes over 7.5 pounds of potatoes. It claims 2x the power in the bowl compared with its tilt-head mixer, with a 3-point locking bowl for stability.

It has 11 speeds, including a 1/2 speed for folding in delicate ingredients like blueberries or egg whites. It also has the richest accessory bundle: a double flex edge beater that scrapes the bowl, a coated flat beater, coated dough hook, 11-wire whip and pouring shield. The warranty is 1 year limited. If 8 quarts feels like overkill but you still host regularly, this is the sweet spot.

• 7-quart stainless steel bowl, bowl-lift
• 11 speeds including 1/2 speed
• Double flex edge beater and pouring shield included

Best for
Everyday baking with color choice

The KitchenAid Artisan 5-quart tilt-head mixer, model KSM150PS, is the classic countertop KitchenAid. Its 5-quart stainless steel bowl has a comfortable handle and mixes up to 9 dozen cookies per batch. It has 10 speeds, metal construction and 59 touchpoints, and comes in over 20 colors.

It includes a coated flat beater, coated dough hook, 6-wire whip and pouring shield, and its hub runs over 10 optional attachments. It is a strong everyday mixer, but for big batches the bowl-lift models provide more power in the bowl. Choose the Artisan if color and everyday convenience matter more than capacity. Fans of bold colors can also browse our pink KitchenAid mixer picks.

Best for
Bowl-lift stability in a smaller footprint

The KitchenAid 5.5-Qt Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer, KSM55SXXX, brings the bowl-lift design to a smaller size. KitchenAid says it has 2x the power in the bowl compared with the KSM150 tilt-head, measured as peak HP above speed 2, and a 3-point locking bowl for stability with dense doughs.

Its 5.5-quart bowl mixes 11 dozen cookies per batch, kneads over 7 pounds of bread or mashes 6 pounds of potatoes. It has 11 speeds including 1/2 speed and ships with a coated flat beater, coated dough hook and 6-wire whip. It lacks the double flex edge beater and pouring shield of the 7-quart model. This suits bakers who want bowl-lift stability for bread but have limited counter space.