Is the KitchenAid stand mixer worth it?? $$$$

[mom of 3G's]

For Christmas I really, really wanted a KitchenAid stand mixer. DH bought me a Sunbeam stand mixer instead. Granted it's considerably cheaper ($50 vs. $200), but I really wanted dough hooks and it doesn't come with any. Should I exchange it and fork over the extra money, or just consider myself lucky that DH partially listened to what I wanted. Will I always wish I had the KitchenAid instead?

 

[PiperPizzaz]

Depends on the size of your family and how much you will use it really. I rarely use mine but LOVE it. My friend makes mashed potatoes in her at least weekly. I have used it for bread but, find my bread maker works just as well on the dough setting. I do love it for big batches of cookies and of course cakes and icings.

 

[pklein09]

I've had my Kitchen Aid for 17 years, and my mom has had hers for over 35.....and neither of them have ever had any problems. I wouldn't buy another brand. I can mix most cookies recipes in double batches, and cakes are a breeze.

I guess the question is: How much baking do you do? I do anywhere from 12 to 15 different kinds of cookies every Christmas, make Easter bread, and cakes/frostings for 4 kids' birthdays. For me, it was well worth the extra money.

 

[lisajl]

I don't do much with my Kitchen Aid mixer, but I LOVE it!
Yes, go get it. Sorry-Sunbeam just does not cut it-had one, hated it.

 

[mom of 3G's]

Depends on the size of your family and how much you will use it really.

I guess the question is: How much baking do you do?

We are a family of 5 and I would say I do more than average baking; not a lot of cakes and cookies, but a lot of bars. I make my own pizza dough and pretzels and I was really looking forward to the dough hooks!

 

[mom of 3G's]

Sorry-Sunbeam just does not cut it-had one, hated it.

 

[mom of 3G's]

Okay, I'm going to take it back and get the KitchenAid. Are there any deals out there post Xmas?

 

[dex08]

Worth EVERY Penny for a KA mixer!! It will last FOREVER too!

 

[pklein09]

We are a family of 5 and I would say I do more than average baking; not a lot of cakes and cookies, but a lot of bars. I make my own pizza dough and pretzels and I was really looking forward to the dough hooks!

If your DH doesn't mind, I would get it. You're definitely doing to use it. I think you'll really like it, and as PP said, the Sunbeam just won't measure up.

 

[skip323]

I had wanted a Kitchen aid for years so when a decent sale came up on Amazon, I purchased it. I LOVE it!! I don't use it on a regular basis but not infrequently either. During the holidays it is very helpful for doing my baking. I might make brownies or cookies once a week or every other week and I usually my Kitchen Aid for that. I do not regret that purchase at all!

 

[stitchlovestink]

If it were me, I would definitely return the sunbeam and spend the extra $$ on a Kitchenaid. I don't use mine very often, but I still love it. It will last forever.
My friend bought a sunbeam because she didn't want to spend the $$ for the kitchenaid. She ended up buying a kitchenaid w/in a month.
Under the circumstances you stated, I think it would be a very worthwhile investment for you. Good luck w/ your decision.

 

[tinytink]

I got mine about 7 years ago and I love it. I purchased the meat grinder attachemnt and I use that to grind my own pork, chicken and beef. It's such a cheaper and healthier way to go and I use my Kitchen Aid for lots of other things as well, mainly baking. I would not have been pleased with a Sunbeam and once you use a Kitchen Aid you will know why it's worth the $$.

 

[Crystal0608]

I LOVE my kitchenaid mixer. I got lucky a couple years ago on amazon and got one for like $125 with 3 attachments. I love it and it was well worth the $$ spent.

 

[Cjmuma]

Kitchenaid is worth every single penny... you may find some on sale at Kohls or maybe at Amazon.... I would certainly get it no matter what the difference is... I love my 6 quart. I have a Kitchenaid Pro - worth every penny!

 

[The Princess]

One word...YES!!! I love mine.

 

[Jenn4615]

BEST mixer ever! Get it! wait for a kohls 30% off if u want to save some dough!

 

[Shmily1]

Absolutely worth it!! I got one for Christmas a few years ago and don't use it weekly, but wouldn't trade it for anything--especially a Sunbeam! It is so convenient and works great!!

 

[dex08]

As fyi... you can get it from QVC on easy pay!

 

[karen l]

Another happy owner of a kitchen aid. I use it every week & I love it!

 

[semo233]

I was reading this thread and have been looking for ideas on where to store a Kitchen Aid mixer, which I would love! Please see and respond to my related thread:


http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=34782802#post34782802