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 have an artisan 835 and have had no problems. I believe the refills are the same
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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.
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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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I have not done a comparison (I have the SF), but other than color and logo, they look the same. I have also seen them noted on woodturning forums as the same machine made in same factory.
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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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Hi all,Don't feel too bad about prices for your KitchenAid Artisan mixer in the States. I bought my wife the Empire Red one here in Australia for Christmas and it was A$730 (about US$645 at today's exchange rate). They used to be more expensive! Fantastic machine........I just wish they were a bit cheaper here!!!
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I just ordered this one and I received the newer model. It has a wider handle, fill line markers, narrower spout, polished outside, not shiny on the inside. Works great!!! I love this item.
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If you are going to be making bread, go with the 600 lift-up bowl model, my Artisan can't really handle bread dough gracefully - it really struggles and makes such terrible noises it makes me anxious that it is going to die!
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I am not very savvy to the differences, so my choice was made based on the influence of people that do cleaning. Basically they said that the canister tends to have more sucction and that the upright model tends to break more often/easier. So far mine is doing well, but I confess my usage is minimum as I live alone.
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From friends of mine who've had both (and also advised me to purchase this product. The number of upgrades are quite numerous and some of the best ones are subtle (like huge improvements to the interaction of strokes to emulate a real brush/pen feel for example.) From where I am sitting, I would say that it is very much worth the upgrade. In case you're still curious as to what all is actually different, here's a link to a list of what each version has. http://manga.smithmicro.com/comparison.html
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Hi! I'm not exactly sure but I have this model and love it. The newest models appear in Sur La Table and are rectangular and bulky looking compared to this cylindrical model. If you care about aesthetics go for this one- it's great!
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As noted, they're pretty much the same, except the Plus has the dual speaker surround option. The Plus is a bit bigger (but not really noticeable) and the Classic is a bit heavier (again only slightly noticeable). The Plus is "prettier" as the color is throughout, whereas the Classic has the black top and bottom, even on the nice brightly-colored ones. The main difference I noticed was that the Classic has an on/off switch on the bottom, but the Plus has a bubble button which you push and hold to turn on/off. Otherwise, they're the same, same features, lasts the same and sound the same. Which is what's important, right?! As noted, they're pretty much the same, except the Plus has the dual speaker surround option. The Plus is a bit bigger (but not really noticeable) and the Classic is a bit heavier (again only slightly noticeable). The Plus is "prettier" as the color is throughout, whereas the Classic has the black top and bottom, even on the nice brightly-colored ones. The main difference I noticed was that the Classic has an on/off switch on the bottom, but the Plus has a bubble button which you push and hold to turn on/off. Otherwise, they're the same, same features, lasts the same and sound the... » Read More As noted, they're pretty much the same, except the Plus has the dual speaker surround option. The Plus is a bit bigger (but not really noticeable) and the Classic is a bit heavier (again only slightly noticeable). The Plus is "prettier" as the color is throughout, whereas the Classic has the black top and bottom, even on the nice brightly-colored ones. The main difference I noticed was that the Classic has an on/off switch on the bottom, but the Plus has a bubble button which you push and hold to turn on/off. Otherwise, they're the same, same features, lasts the same and sound the same. Which is what's important, right?! « Show Less
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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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I never had the R200, so i cant answer that. I have a pro model the Studio Pro 3880, & occaisionally i have to do a quick print on the Artisan 50, & you can't easily tell the difference.
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I own the Pro 600 and its great for kneading dough..the bowl is big and accomadates double batches for my cookies....However be warned that the noise it makes will sit on your last nerve..the drive is different then the Artisan so its far noisier..and having had the tilt head prior to this..I must say I like that more then the lift...Perhaps you want to go hear it in person before buying it..you can do that at Williams Sonoma stores...If you can stand the noise..you will probably love the mixer..does pizza dough for me in a few minutes...great every time!
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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."