The Best Stand Mixers of 2025

First on our list of the best stand mixers of 2025, meet the Ankarsrum Assistent stand mixer, a small kitchen appliance that can take on any task. The Swedish invention was originally crafted over 80 years ago, and the Assistent is still a powerhouse that earns its spot on our list of the best stand mixers of 2025. It might not look like a classic stand mixer, and for good reason. Instead of having a tilting head that spins, this model spins its bowl from beneath. And it's a large bowl too. The 7L stainless steel bowl can handle enough dough for multiple loaves of bread at once, while the mighty 600-watt motor can tackle nearly any task with ease. Even add ingredients from above: there's nothing in the way to block adding a bit of extra vanilla or a scoop of flour. The Ankarsrum Assistent comes with all the fixings, including attachments that other mixers might not have right out of the box, such as a bowl scraper, roller and more. It's a serious contender for the best stand mixer of 2024, especially for those with small kitchens. Since there's no tilting head, it can easily fit beneath overhead cabinets. For these reasons, we've named it one of our best stand mixers of 2025. However, it doesn't have that beloved tilt-head look, so if aesthetics are big on your list, the power and versatilility offered here might not be for you. Keep in mind that this pick does come in beautiful colors though, from Creme and Royal Blue to Coral Crush.

This choice for our best stand mixers of 2025 is one you've likely seen on countless countertops and kitchen islands: a KitchenAid Artisan mixer—and in classic red, no less. This stand mixer is great for any home baker, from those who are just learning to those who use it every few days. The KitchenAid brand has a reputation for being dependable, so if you take this home it's sure to last. With an intuitive ten-speed tilt-head design that's easy to use, everyone can enjoy baking, making and creating with a KitchenAid mixer. Mix nine dozen cookies at once, knead two loaves of bread at the same time or start whipping up mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving: the bowl's capacity can handle it. Keep in mind that the mixing bowl holds five quarts and a the appliance has a 300-watt motor, so it's less powerful than the Ankarsrum—but it fulfills the needs of many bakers and comes with a lot, yes, a lot, of style. This pick is a standout piece, so much so that it's sometimes a logo for the brand. Plus, it comes in nearly any color, from icy blues and lavender to classic white or black. If style is your number one, this KitchenAid pick may be your best stand mixer of 2025. Plus, the attachments are endless. While it comes with a classic dough hook, balloon whisk and paddle, you can buy all kinds of features, like pasta makers and meat grinders.

If you were surprised to hear that the KitchenAid Artisan mixer wasn't the most powerful pick on our list of the best stand mixers of 2025, don't worry: the brand shows off true might with the Bowl-Lift stand mixer. This is the best stand mixer of 2025 for those who consider themselves home chefs and are loyal to this particular brand. Instead of having a head that tilts down to meet the bowl, the bowl lifts up to meet the motor. The result? A stronger motor, a bigger bowl, a higher capacity, and a better pick for those who love to bake and cook all the time. The bowl can hold 7 quarts and has a 500-watt motor: this stand mixer has lots of power—it's perfect for revving up and tackling large tasks. It actually has the option to go slower, too, with a half-speed option perfect for folding in egg whites and other more delicate ingredients. Go from gently mixing in berries to working on 7.5 pounds of bread in the same machine. It's everything that everyone loves about the classic Artisan mixer and more (plus, hub attachments work with any mixers, so you can transition from one mixer to the other easily if you want to upgrade). If you love baking and feel like you need a little more than the classic KitchenAid tilt-head model, the Bowl-Lift version may be the best stand mixer of 2025 for you.

The last pick on our list of the best stand mixers of 2025 is the Bosch Universal Plus stand mixer. This lightweight, compact model is crafted to tackle powerful jobs, from folding bread doughs to mixing a simple buttercream. Like the Ankarsrum Assistent, the Bosch Universal Plus mixer's motor runs beneath the bowl—that makes it easy for bakers and chefs alike to add ingredients from above. The 500-watt motor runs with a belt-drive transmission and features four speeds as well as a pulse option. Choose the right speed for your recipe and add the correct attachment: between the wire whips/plastic driver and dough hook, you'll have an easy time making your favorite recipes. Expand your horizons with some of the Bosch Universal Plus stand mixer's other available attachments like a meat grinder, ice cream maker, pasta maker and even a blender. And while you might think that a lightweight stand mixer could fall off the counter from the force of its own motor, the experts at Bosch have designed a fail-safe. The suction cup feet of this small appliance ensure that this stand mixer isn't going anywhere even at high speeds. And with a durable body and easy-to-use functionality, these mixers often have long lives and are passed from family member to family member. It's just one reason why this appliance is one of our top choices for the best stand mixers of 2025.

Our team of small kitchen appliance specialists has narrowed down their faves of the year to the models above, and they're all winners. From mighty mixers that knead multiple loaves of dough at once to compact and budget-friendly picks made for a few batches of cookies, we've got the right choice for your countertop. Order online and have yours delivered fast no matter where you live. Local shoppers, come in to our Chicagoland store and see some of the picks that made our list of the best stand mixers of 2025. Alternatively, find more information from our mixer buying guide article, or bring your questions to our specialists at 800-860-3577.