Tilt-Head7.5/10
KitchenAid
KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer (KSM150PS)
Reviewed / updated: Aug 29, 2026
The stand mixer other stand mixers are measured against. The Artisan pairs a 325-watt direct-drive motor with a die-cast metal body and the KitchenAid power hub, which unlocks pasta rollers, meat grinders, spiralizers and more. At 23 pounds it is the heaviest here, and the priciest, and for anyone who bakes weekly it is still the one to beat.
The benchmark: best attachment ecosystem and build quality in this comparison.
7.5/10editor score
The benchmark: best attachment ecosystem and build quality in this comparison.
Best for: weekly bakers who want one machine that lasts a decade and can grow into pasta, grinding and more.
Editor scores
Rated 0–10 across every mixer in our database. These are our judgement, not manufacturer figures.
Full specification
| Type & size | |
|---|---|
| Head design | Tilt-Head |
| Bowl capacity | 5 qt |
| Bowl material | Stainless steel |
| Dimensions | 14.1 x 8.7 x 13.9 in |
| Weight | 23 lb |
| Motor & speeds | |
| Motor power | 325 W |
| Motor type | AC |
| Speed settings | 10 |
| Planetary mixing action | Yes |
| Attachments | |
| Front attachment hub | Yes |
| Hub / accessory system | KitchenAid power hub (10+ attachments) |
| In the box | Flat beater, Dough hook, 6-wire whip, 1-piece pouring shield |
| Pouring shield included | Yes |
| Build & care | |
| Housing material | Die-cast metal |
| Dishwasher-safe bowl | Yes |
| Colors / finishes | Empire Red (this listing); 20+ finishes available |
| Warranty | |
| Manufacturer warranty | 1-year hassle-free replacement |
| Warranty length | 1 yr |
Other details from the listing
| Housing material (stated) | Zinc |
|---|---|
| Model number | KSM150PSER |
| Bowl | 5-quart stainless steel with comfort handle |
| Controls | 10-speed rotary dial |
A dash means the figure is not published for this model. We do not estimate spec values.
Our take
The KitchenAid Artisan KSM150PS has been the default recommendation in this category for two decades, and the reasons hold up. The die-cast metal housing gives it the mass to stay planted while kneading stiff dough, the 5-quart stainless bowl handles roughly a double batch of cookies or two loaves of bread, and the tilt-head design makes it easy to add ingredients or swap the beater.
The real advantage is the ecosystem. The front power hub takes the same attachments KitchenAid has sold since the 1950s, so a single motor becomes a pasta press, a grain mill, an ice-cream maker or a spiralizer. No competitor here comes close to that range.
The trade-offs are price, weight and the modest bowl. It costs several times what a budget mixer does, it is 23 pounds to lift on and off the counter, and 5 quarts is smaller than the 5.5- to 6.5-quart bowls on cheaper rivals. Heavy bread bakers may prefer a bowl-lift KitchenAid or a 6.5-quart budget machine; almost everyone else is well served here. It also carries only a 1-year warranty, shorter than Cuisinart's three.
Strengths
- Die-cast metal body stays planted under heavy dough
- Power hub fits 10+ attachments, far more than any rival here
- Sold in 20+ colors with strong resale value
- Long track record of reliability in owner reports
Weaknesses
- Most expensive mixer in this comparison
- 5-quart bowl is smaller than every other model here
- Only a 1-year warranty
- Heaviest here at 23 lb
Ideal for: Weekly bakers who want one machine that lasts a decade and can grow into pasta, grinding and more.
What owners say
Across the reviews on the listing, owners repeatedly call it sturdy and built to last, with several saying theirs has run for many years or was handed down from a parent. First-time stand-mixer buyers describe it as a clear step up from a hand mixer. The few criticisms are the price and the effort of moving a heavy machine.
Absolutely love this mixer
This KitchenAid Artisan mixer feels like the old-school mixer I grew up baking with in the 70s alongside my mom, and it's a million times better than I expected. The way the bowl locks into place is solid and easy, and the mixing action is thorough.
Finally decided to spoil myself and have no regrets
Works well and the color is perfect. The power of the motor takes on my cold butter with ease. The quality of the material is excellent.
Best mixer money can buy
I bought this mixer as a wedding gift. It is a wonderful item to gift someone because it will last. My mom got hers when I was 8 years old and it still runs.
Highly recommend this product
I have only ever owned hand mixers before. What a difference. This stand mixer is high quality, solid and reliable. My cakes have turned out so much better.
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FAQ: KitchenAid KSM150PS
Is the KitchenAid KSM150PS worth buying?
The benchmark: best attachment ecosystem and build quality in this comparison.Our editors score it 7.5/10 overall. It is best for weekly bakers who want one machine that lasts a decade and can grow into pasta, grinding and more.
How big is the KitchenAid KSM150PS bowl?
It has a 5-quart stainless steel bowl. Usable capacity for dough is roughly 60-70% of that figure.
Does the KitchenAid KSM150PS take attachments?
Yes. KitchenAid power hub (10+ attachments).
What warranty does the KitchenAid KSM150PS come with?
The manufacturer warranty is 1-year hassle-free replacement.
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