KitchenAid’s Stalwart Artisan Model Finally Got a Glow-Up

May 3, 2026 5:33 AMReview: KitchenAid Artisan Plus Stand MixerThe kitchen appliance titan changed up its beloved base-model stand mixer for the first time in over 70 years. It was worth the wait.Photograph: Julia ForbesTriangleUpBuy NowMultiple Buying Options AvailableRating:8/10New bowl light helps you get that “just right” consistency. Half-speed options make mixing incredibly precise. New textured “crinkle” finish comes in two colors.Can still struggle with thicker bread doughs. Light could be a pain to replace because of its location.KitchenAid’s beloved tilt-heaD stand mixer is generationally renowned for its durability, efficiency, and often, longevity—making it a staple in wedding registries and among new homeowners since 1919.My family has an heirloom collection of four KitchenAid stand mixers that spans generations: a 1963 model from when KitchenAid was a subsidiary of the larger Hobart; a 1990s model; and a more recent 2017 KitchenAid Artisan 5-quart tilt-head stand mixer. They all keep trucking along with careful usage and upkeep. There have been subtle design changes over the years, with newer models offering extensive colorways and upgraded attachments, such as the wooden bowl included with 2024’s Evergreen Design Series stand mixer. But on March 30 of this year, the news broke that for the first