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KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM180LEELB review: 41 specs compared

Avg. price:~£530Motor power:300 WBowl capacity:4.7 LNumber of speed levels:10Number of included attachments:4Weight:10.5 kg

KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM180LEELB Review: Compare 41 technical specifications and 2 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Stand Mixers category and whether it is worth buying.

KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM180LEELB
5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, ratings from across the web and expert reviews.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 60%, List score 15%, User score 15%, Reviews score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

60%

5.1

Technical score

15%

5.1

User score

15%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

8.6

Reviews score

â–¼Worse than 98% of stand mixers
5.7

Value for money

Value for money
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the stand mixer's overall rating with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a stand mixer with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

5.5

Price

â–¼Worse than 96%
5.1

Technical score

Technical score
5.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 60% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

4.3

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

5.3

Bowl

15%

5.4

Accessories

10%

7.3

Design

10%

6.2

Safety

â–¼Worse than 96%
8.6

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.7 for now.
Share: Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 73% of models

80%

8.7

Average grade

20%

8.0

Popularity

Grades by review (2)
2 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 0 estimated from the review. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
â–²Better than 73%
5.1

User score

User score
5.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 15% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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5.1

Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

70%

8.5

Rating

30%

5.8

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 99%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 15% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Technical Specifications of stand mixer KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM180LEELB

Technical score
Technical score
5.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 60% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

35%

4.3

Performance

15%

4.0

Functions

15%

5.3

Bowl

15%

5.4

Accessories

10%

7.3

Design

10%

6.2

Safety

5.1
Reviews score
8.6
User score
5.1
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the stand mixer's overall rating with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a stand mixer with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

5.5

Price

5.7
Mixer type
planetary
Head design
tilt-head
Motor power
300 W
Market range: <350 W – >1.5k W
This stand mixer delivers 300 W of motor power, which is lower than the rated power of 92.4% of stand mixers and equal to that of 4.5% of stand mixers.
Number of speed levels
10
Market range: <6 – >11
This stand mixer offers 10 speed levels, which is more speed settings than on 65.1% of stand mixers and equal to that on 22.8% of stand mixers.
Maximum speed
220 RPM
Market range: <180 RPM – >422 RPM
This stand mixer reaches a top planetary speed of 220 RPM, which is faster than the maximum speed of 35% of stand mixers and equal to that of 22.5% of stand mixers.
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Bowl capacity
4.7 L
Market range: <4 L – >7.6 L
This stand mixer features a bowl capacity of 4.7 L, which is smaller than the mixing bowl of 73.7% of stand mixers and equal to that of 1.3% of stand mixers.
Dough capacity
2 kg
Market range: <1.3 kg – >5 kg
This stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2 kg, which is smaller than 56.1% of stand mixers and equal to 14% of stand mixers.
Bowl material
stainless steel
Splash guard included
no
This stand mixer does not have a splash guard, unlike 9.1%.
Dishwasher-safe parts
yes
This stand mixer has dishwasher-safe parts, unlike 85.1%.
Built-in scale
no
This stand mixer does not have built-in scale, unlike 89.5%.
Heating function
no
This stand mixer does not have heating function, unlike 96.6%.
Maximum timer
?
Display
no
This stand mixer does not have a display. 27.2% of stand mixers have a display.
Control type
lever
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Number of included attachments
4
Market range: <3 – >6
This stand mixer comes with 4 included attachments, which is more accessories than with 68.4% of stand mixers and equal to that with 14% of stand mixers.
Dough hook included
yes
This stand mixer has a dough hook, unlike 100%.
Flat beater included
yes
This stand mixer has a flat beater, unlike 96.3%.
Wire whisk included
yes
This stand mixer has a wire whisk, unlike 99.5%.
Meat grinder included
no
This stand mixer does not include a meat grinder, unlike 90.5%.
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Height
34.3 cm
Market range: <28.2 cm – >41.9 cm
This stand mixer has an overall height of 34.3 cm, which is lower than the height of 56.4% of stand mixers and equal to that of 0.5% of stand mixers.
Width
24 cm
Market range: <21 cm – >40.2 cm
This stand mixer measures 24 cm in width, which is narrower than 69.9% of stand mixers and equal in width to 6.4% of stand mixers.
Depth
37 cm
Market range: <22 cm – >42 cm
This stand mixer has a depth of 37 cm, which is deeper than 68.7% of stand mixers and equal in depth to 3.7% of stand mixers.
Weight
10.5 kg
Market range: <3.98 kg – >13.2 kg
This stand mixer weighs 10.5 kg, which is heavier than 74.8% of stand mixers and equal in weight to 1.9% of stand mixers.
Body material
die-cast zinc
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Overload protection
yes
This stand mixer has overload protection, unlike 99.3%.
Safety locking system
yes
This stand mixer has safety locking system, unlike 97.5%.
Automatic shut-off
no
This stand mixer does not have automatic shut-off, unlike 42.2%.
Non-slip feet
yes
This stand mixer has non-slip feet, unlike 100%.

KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM180LEELB vs the average stand mixer

246810TotalPerformanceFunctionsDesignBowlAccessoriesSafety
  • 1 more included attachments
    This stand mixer equips you with more versatile tools out of the box without needing extra purchases than the average stand mixer (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 3 more speed levels
    This stand mixer allows finer speed tuning from gentle folding to intense whipping than the average stand mixer (10 vs 7).
    10 vs 7
  • 4 cm narrower body
    This stand mixer takes up less horizontal space on the countertop, leaving more prep area than the average stand mixer (24 cm vs 28 cm).
    24 cm vs 28 cm
  • 0.11 m longer power cord
    This stand mixer reaches wall outlets across the countertop with greater freedom than the average stand mixer (1.2 m vs 1.09 m).
    1.2 m vs 1.09 m
  • 14.7% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.7 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 73% of models

    80%

    8.7

    Average grade

    20%

    8.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (2)
    2 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 0 estimated from the review. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    8.6 vs 7.5
  • 0.7 cm lower height
    This stand mixer fits more comfortably beneath low kitchen wall cabinets and shelves than the average stand mixer (34.3 cm vs 35 cm).
    34.3 cm vs 35 cm
  • 14.7% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.7 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 73% of models

    80%

    8.7

    Average grade

    20%

    8.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (2)
    2 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 0 estimated from the review. Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    8.6 vs 7.5
  • 3 more speed levels
    This stand mixer allows finer speed tuning from gentle folding to intense whipping than the average stand mixer (10 vs 7).
    10 vs 7
  • 4 cm narrower body
    This stand mixer takes up less horizontal space on the countertop, leaving more prep area than the average stand mixer (24 cm vs 28 cm).
    24 cm vs 28 cm
  • 0.11 m longer power cord
    This stand mixer reaches wall outlets across the countertop with greater freedom than the average stand mixer (1.2 m vs 1.09 m).
    1.2 m vs 1.09 m
  • 0.7 cm lower height
    This stand mixer fits more comfortably beneath low kitchen wall cabinets and shelves than the average stand mixer (34.3 cm vs 35 cm).
    34.3 cm vs 35 cm
  • 1 more included attachments
    This stand mixer equips you with more versatile tools out of the box without needing extra purchases than the average stand mixer (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 700 W less motor power
    This stand mixer provides less motor torque and may strain on stiff, multi-pound dough batches compared to the average stand mixer (300 W vs 1,000 W).
    300 W vs 1,000 W
  • Does not have automatic shut-off
    This stand mixer does not include automatic shut-off (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • Does not have pulse function
    This stand mixer does not include a pulse function (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • Does not have soft start
    This stand mixer does not include soft start (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 33.8% lower user score
    User score
    5.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 15% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models

    5.1

    Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.5

    Rating

    30%

    5.8

    Popularity

    5.1 vs 7.7
  • 40% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (10.5 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    10.5 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • Does not include a splash guard
    This stand mixer does not include a splash guard (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 3 dB louder operation
    This stand mixer produces more audible motor noise during heavy kneading sessions than the average stand mixer (78 dB vs 75 dB).
    78 dB vs 75 dB
  • 33.8% lower user score
    User score
    5.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 8.0, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 15% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models

    5.1

    Mark 7.7 is below the typical mark 8.5 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.5

    Rating

    30%

    5.8

    Popularity

    5.1 vs 7.7
  • 29.6% worse value for money
    KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM180LEELB has worse value for money than the average stand mixer (5.71 vs 7.4).
    5.71 vs 7.4
  • 2.52x more expensive
    KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM180LEELB is more expensive than the average stand mixer (£530 vs £210).
    £530 vs £210
  • 700 W less motor power
    This stand mixer provides less motor torque and may strain on stiff, multi-pound dough batches compared to the average stand mixer (300 W vs 1,000 W).
    300 W vs 1,000 W
  • Does not have pulse function
    This stand mixer does not include a pulse function (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • Does not have soft start
    This stand mixer does not include soft start (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 3 dB louder operation
    This stand mixer produces more audible motor noise during heavy kneading sessions than the average stand mixer (78 dB vs 75 dB).
    78 dB vs 75 dB
  • 40% heavier
    This stand mixer is heavier than the average stand mixer (10.5 kg vs 7.5 kg). The average stand mixer weighs 7.5 kg.
    10.5 kg vs 7.5 kg
  • 5.68 cm deeper body
    This stand mixer extends further front-to-back and requires a deeper countertop area than the average stand mixer (37 cm vs 31.3 cm).
    37 cm vs 31.325 cm
  • Does not include a splash guard
    This stand mixer does not include a splash guard (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).
  • 0.3 L smaller bowl capacity
    This stand mixer has a more compact bowl and may require splitting big holiday batches into multiple mixes compared to the average stand mixer (4.7 L vs 5 L).
    4.7 L vs 5 L
  • 16.7% smaller dough capacity
    This stand mixer has a smaller dough capacity than the average stand mixer (2 kg vs 2.4 kg). The average stand mixer has a dough capacity of 2.4 kg.
    2 kg vs 2.4 kg
  • Does not have automatic shut-off
    This stand mixer does not include automatic shut-off (no), while the average stand mixer does (yes).

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
02/11/2022
Extended test · Premium stand mixer
Verdict
The KitchenAid Design Series Blossom suits frequent bakers who want a powerful, durable mixer and don't mind a copper bowl that stains without regular polishing.
10
goodto.com
✓ explicit
06/01/2023
Hands-on test · Design Series mixer
Verdict
The KitchenAid Design Series 4.7L Blossom Artisan is a sturdy, quiet mixer for avid bakers, though it is heavy, costly and needs a lot of counter space.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM180LEELB

  • Stunning vintage aesthetic with a matte thyme-green body and unique hammered copper bowl
  • Premium, heavy-duty stainless steel accessories (including a pastry beater) that are dishwasher-safe and won't chip
  • Exceptional build quality with a sturdy, heavy die-cast metal body that prevents the machine from walking during use
  • Highly efficient and thorough planetary mixing action that covers over 60 touchpoints
  • Great versatility with an attachment hub compatible with the wider KitchenAid ecosystem
  • Intuitive controls with a smooth 10-speed slider and a reliable tilt-head locking mechanism

What customers don't like about KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM180LEELB

  • Significantly higher price tag compared to the standard KitchenAid Artisan models, making it a major splurge
  • The copper bowl requires high-maintenance hand-washing and is not dishwasher safe
  • The copper exterior is prone to staining and develops a natural patina over time, which may not appeal to all users
  • Does not include a pouring shield / splash guard, which can lead to occasional flour puff or liquid spills
  • The machine is quite heavy (around 22 lbs) and bulky, making it difficult to move around frequently
  • The 300W motor can struggle, shake, or buck when frequently handling large batches of tough, dense bread doughs

Verdict

The KitchenAid Artisan Design Series "Blossom" (5KSM180LEELB) is a premium, 11.97 kg tilt-head stand mixer built from durable die-cast metal, featuring a 300-watt direct-drive motor, 10 speed settings, and a planetary mixing action with 59 touchpoints. Its main highlights include a highly distinctive thyme green finish paired with an elegant 4.7-liter hammered copper bowl with a food-safe stainless steel interior, along with four robust stainless steel attachments: a wire whip, flat beater, dough hook, and a specialized pastry beater. Key pros are its exceptionally solid and stable performance, quiet operation, and premium dishwasher-safe tools that resist chipping. On the downside, it comes at a significantly higher price tag than standard Artisan models, does not include a splashguard or pouring shield which can lead to occasional spillages, and the beautiful organic copper bowl is prone to surface staining and requires regular manual polishing if you wish to prevent it from developing a dark patina over time.

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