There is no reason, based on the quality of construction, reputation and reasonable use that this mixer wouldn't effectively la...  Read More

There is no reason, based on the quality of construction, reputation and reasonable use that this mixer wouldn't effectively last a lifetime in a typical home.  Read Less

I was expecting something bigger but was pleasantly surprised by the smaller size.

I was expecting something bigger but was pleasantly surprised by the smaller size.  Read Less

I returned the 6qt version being so disappointed with the quality and noise it made.

I returned the 6qt version being so disappointed with the quality and noise it made.  Read Less

The quality control is much better on this model as well.

The quality control is much better on this model as well.  Read Less

Need another attachment in order to get the sides while mixing.

Need another attachment in order to get the sides while mixing.  Read Less

This is a heavy-duty (emphasis on the heavy) mixer.

This is a heavy-duty (emphasis on the heavy) mixer.  Read Less

I also can't wait to get the pasta attachments so i can make my own gluten-free pasta.

I also can't wait to get the pasta attachments so i can make my own gluten-free pasta.  Read Less

It's not nearly as loud as my vitamix blender: when both are turned all the way up next to each other, i can't even hear the kitchenaid.

It's not nearly as loud as my vitamix blender: when both are turned all the way up next to each other, i can't even hear the kitchenaid.  Read Less

I bought a refurbished one at a discount.

I bought a refurbished one at a discount.  Read Less