Classic Vs Artisan: Hi can anybody tell me what is the difference between the classic model and the the Artisan model and which is better model ???
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The Artisan model has a larger mixing bowl (5qt) with a handle on it, and a larger motor 350watts. Easier to use than the Classic due to the ergonomics of the bowl, less motor strain when mixing heavy doughs or large batches.
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I had previously answered with details of the Artisan 50 but was not aware of the L100. Curious, I started searching for information. I found the L100 mentioned only on European sites; I'm not sure it's even available in the US. One Indian review I read panned the printer, labeling it "expensive for a single-function printer, noisy and slow."
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Someone here stated (in answering "Should I get the Classic or the Professional? What are the differences? "... that the "Classic is flat on the bottom and the Professional has ridges" ... that " the ridges on the Professional would make it almost impossible to fry eggs without breaking the yolk". However, all ad photos of the Professional show a perfectly flat interior. Additionally, a reviewer on Amazon has photos posted showing the flat interior ... and the exterior bottom which has an integrated disc. Seems many reviewers are frying eggs perfectly on the flat interior surface. Someone here stated (in answering "Should I get the Classic or the Professional? What are the differences? "... that the "Classic is flat on the bottom and the Professional has ridges" ... that " the ridges on the Professional would make it almost impossible to fry eggs without breaking the yolk". However, all ad photos of the Professional show a perfectly flat interior. Additionally, a reviewer on Amazon has photos posted showing the flat interior ... and the exterior bottom which has an integrated disc. Seems many reviewers are frying eggs perfectly on the... » Read More Someone here stated (in answering "Should I get the Classic or the Professional? What are the differences? "... that the "Classic is flat on the bottom and the Professional has ridges" ... that " the ridges on the Professional would make it almost impossible to fry eggs without breaking the yolk". However, all ad photos of the Professional show a perfectly flat interior. Additionally, a reviewer on Amazon has photos posted showing the flat interior ... and the exterior bottom which has an integrated disc. Seems many reviewers are frying eggs perfectly on the flat interior surface. « Show Less
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I replaced 2 15 year old models in my restaurant with one new one - they have run everyday for 15 yrs! Sold them and paid for a new model - never had a problem - runs like a champ. Don't know anything about the other model in question.
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I'll try! My original classic grater seems to have been different than what is offered now. It had a reversible handle (so it was easier for lefties) and I'm pretty sure it had two barrels, however, it was new 10 or so years ago and I think I purchased it at a Pampered Chef party...perhaps they have a special design. It looks to me like the main difference between the classic and restaurant style offered on Amazon is the size of the hopper and the bulk of the plastic it is made from. I went with the restaurant style for exactly those two reasons...we like a lot of cheese AND we use it a lot. The original grater was great (pardon the pun) but the handle did eventually break. It's just a few dollars more and well worth it. In my experience they are only good for hard cheeses and chocolate...I think that is what they were designed for. One hint, if you are grating and there is still cheese in the hopper, but it seems like it's not working efficiently...open the hopper and turn the cheese over so it's grating against a flat edge instead of a rounded one and viola! it's cranking out the grated cheese like crazy. Let me know if you have any specific questions.
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They appear to have the same features. It looks like it could be a new label for a newer model. I have the wine colored one and I love it. I would recommend it to anyone.
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We ordered the Professional, but received the everyday model. We reordered and the same unit came, so we just returned the unit. Sorry, but I have no answer for you as to compare of the two.
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There seems to be no difference so go with price. Please note that neither model has a cutting blade, if that is important to you.
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This one is in the professional line. I had their top of the line home model for over 20 years. I figured this would last until I die.
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I don't know about the R200, but I'd sure steer clear of the Artisan 50. I set it up and ran exactly 3 prints, one in color, and sent it back. Color was poor and the machine was amazingly noisy for such a small printer. Even noisy in b&w. And, it took forever to get one print out of it.
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Functionality not much difference. My friend has the basic model that's 20 years old and still going strong. This model is a whole lot cleaner to maintain. The ash pot contains all the ash and embers. My friends complaint is ash and soot everywhere. So if you don't mind the mess and clean up go with the basic.
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A big difference is the Silpat mats are made in France, the Artisan mats are made in China. This alone to me is a deal breaker. I have had a Silpat mat for about a year now and love it. I bake a LOT and the results are always excellent. I am ordering a second Silpat now, as I know I will need it around the holidays. :)
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Hi Dee, Sorry it took so long to respond to your inquiry. To be very honest, there is not a whole lot of difference between the two. I only bought the Softworks Grinder because I already had the Good Grips Pepper Grinder! They both work very well and the only thing that I can tell you is the name of each describes the design of the bottle. The Good Grips has a harder bottom part which is what you twist to get the pepper. The Soft Works is a smaller bottom and not as hard of a material. I'm not sure if this helps but, in truth, they are both good, cost about the same so it is kind of a personal choice on which style you like better. Happy Seasoning!! Hi Dee, Sorry it took so long to respond to your inquiry. To be very honest, there is not a whole lot of difference between the two. I only bought the Softworks Grinder because I already had the Good Grips Pepper Grinder! They both work very well and the only thing that I can tell you is the name of each describes the design of the bottle. The Good Grips has a harder bottom part which is what you twist to get the pepper. The Soft Works is a smaller bottom and not as hard of a material. I'm not sure if this helps but, in truth, they are both good, cost about the same so it is kind of a... » Read More Hi Dee, Sorry it took so long to respond to your inquiry. To be very honest, there is not a whole lot of difference between the two. I only bought the Softworks Grinder because I already had the Good Grips Pepper Grinder! They both work very well and the only thing that I can tell you is the name of each describes the design of the bottle. The Good Grips has a harder bottom part which is what you twist to get the pepper. The Soft Works is a smaller bottom and not as hard of a material. I'm not sure if this helps but, in truth, they are both good, cost about the same so it is kind of a personal choice on which style you like better. Happy Seasoning!! « Show Less
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The Classic is flat on the bottom and the Professional has ridges. So, it depends on what you want to cook. We like the Classic because you can fry the bacon and then the eggs on the same pan. The ridges on the Professional would make it almost impossible to fry eggs without breaking the yolk.
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thank you for posting. I had the same question about how the classic compares to the ultra, in considering it as a christmas gift for my husband. this was exactly what I needed! The Ultra, it is!
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I called Omega (it took a couple tries before I actually reached somebody) to ask about the 8004/6 vs 8007/8 their reply was "there aren't any differences worth mentioning." When I pressed further, "you can see from their description they're basically the same. Unless you like the different handle, i don't know why anybody would pay for the newer model." So either a) they're really bad at CS b) the person I spoke to was having a bad day or c) they're just trying to get an extra $30-40 per machine....
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Brian, I have no idea if there is any difference, as I have only experience with the "other" model. I just really like the one I bought from Amazon.