KitchenAid Ultra Power Plus 4.5qt Tilt-Head Stand Mixer Light Silver - KSM96: 10 Speeds, Safety Lock, Dishwasher-Safe Parts
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The Kitchenaid stand mixer has garnered positive feedback for its reliability and versatility in the kitchen. Guests appreciate its ability to simplify baking tasks, making it easier to prepare a variety of recipes from bread to pastries. Many have noted the quality craftsmanship and the joy it brings to cooking. However, some guests have experienced issues with the bowl locking mechanism, which can affect its usability during high-speed mixing. Overall, it is a beloved appliance that enhances the baking experience.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.8 out of 5 stars with 1903 reviews
design: 4.77 out of 5
ease of use: 4.74 out of 5
easy to clean: 4.68 out of 5
quality: 4.44 out of 5
value: 4.38 out of 5
90% would recommend
222 recommendations
1 out of 5 stars
15 March, 2026Verified purchase
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Bowl does not stay attached to the unit. It jumps around an I have to strong arm it. I’ve used this mixer probably 10 times in 7 months and it is honestly a piece of crap. I’ve tried to reach out to Kitchenaid 4 times in the last 2 months and have not gotten any reply. I had one of the originals and it was great. I’m so disappointed. Do not recommend any longer
1 reply from KitchenAidTeam team - 18 days ago
Hi Bummed out, Thank you for providing feedback on your Stand Mixer. We are sorry to learn of your experience with the unit. Please contact KitchenAid directly at 1-800-541-6390 for further assistance.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
9 March, 2026Verified purchase
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Love it, haven’t had problems.
5 out of 5 stars
18 February, 2026Verified purchase
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easy to use and add attachments
5 out of 5 stars
30 January, 2026
originally posted on Kitchen Aid
Happy Baker
I purchased this recently and love using it! It's so easy now to make cookies!
5 out of 5 stars
30 January, 2026
originally posted on Kitchen Aid
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had an old one and it finally died so bought myself a new one. It has been getting a workout. My sourdough bread turns out so much nicer
5 out of 5 stars
26 January, 2026
originally posted on Kitchen Aid
Best thing ever
Absolutely love this machine. I've wanted one for many years and my husband bought me one for Christmas. I've been baking every weekend since Christmas. I make bread muffins, cookies,dog treats, cakes. I want another one
5 out of 5 stars
24 January, 2026
originally posted on Kitchen Aid
Best Christmas Gift Ever
Best Christmas gift ever! I love my new mixer! I have wanted one forever
5 out of 5 stars
21 January, 2026
originally posted on Kitchen Aid
Highly recommend
Got this as a Christmas gift and I’m obsessed with it ! Such an awesome mixer I highly recommend
1 out of 5 stars
19 January, 2026
originally posted on Kitchen Aid
worst mixer ever.
Bought this for my mom, had to exchange the mixer 3 times, worst mixer ever. It has ruined her baking spree because of how poor this mixer is.
1 reply from KitchenAid team - 2 months ago
Dear wtf, Thank you for your review. We are sorry to learn of the concern you expressed regarding your KitchenAid stand mixer. We would like to inquire further about your review with you. Please respond to this email address kitchenaid_receipts_usa@kitchenaid.com, with your name, user ID# 376732765 used for the review, phone number, street address, zip code, model & serial number on the appliance, and date of purchase. We look forward to your reply. Thank you. Review Team
3 out of 5 stars
18 January, 2026
originally posted on kitchenaid.com
Dough hook is peeling
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) Good unit but the enamel or paint is already peeling off the dough hook. Not sure if it was a just a defective one but it is always on properly and doesn't touch the bowl so not sure why this is happening. The 4.5 qt is just a tad small. I wish the standard size or starting size for the price we pay started at 5 qt as the standard.
1 reply from Consumer Care team - 2 months ago
Hello! We are so sorry to hear this has happened. We do not intend for any of our customers to have to experience these types of issues! If there is anything further we can assist with, please send us an email at CanadaSocial@KitchenAid.com with your model and serial number, your phone number, and your case #903390 with a brief description of your concern. Take care! -Alisha
5 out of 5 stars
17 January, 2026
originally posted on kitchenaid.com
Amazing standmixer
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) I love my kitchenaid stand mixer It’s the best invention yet and wished I would have bought one sooner It makes baking so much faster
4 out of 5 stars
17 January, 2026
originally posted on Kitchen Aid
Overall in love
Love it! Wish I could comfortably fit a cup of flour into the bowl while mixing! But overall in love!
5 out of 5 stars
16 January, 2026
originally posted on kitchenaid.com
Spectacular color and easy to use product
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) Very happy I finally made this purchase. It is easy to use and I love the model colour
5 out of 5 stars
16 January, 2026
originally posted on Kitchen Aid
Kitchen Aid stand mixer
Bought this after many years of wishing for it. It makes making dough for pasta and cookies so much easier.
5 out of 5 stars
16 January, 2026
originally posted on Kitchen Aid
Durability
This is my second KitchenAid mixer. My mom was a professional baker and never used any other brand. I will never either. My last one worked perfectly for 30 years!! My new one got a workout with all our family baking.
5 out of 5 stars
16 January, 2026
originally posted on Kitchen Aid
Baking made easy.
I got this as a gift for christmas as I had been asking my parents for one for months. I recently took an interest in baking but found that most recipes called for a stand mixer or otherwise were too much work without one, so I did my research by asking around on online forums, talking with people and comparing brands and landed on KitchenAid being the best overall bet, with great quality products that basically last for life. This was a game changer, having my stand mixer has made baking a breeze, from making classic chocolate chip cookies to complex recipes I wouldn’t have dared to try otherwise. This product was more than a kitchen appliance, but an opportunity to explore the wonderful and endless possibilities found within my own kitchen.
5 out of 5 stars
16 January, 2026
originally posted on Kitchen Aid
Mixes so well!
My husband got me this mixer for Christmas since I mentioned if he'd like me to make homemade bread that I would need a mixer to do so. Sure, enough it assisted me in making some delicious bread for a rookie like me :)
4 out of 5 stars
15 January, 2026
originally posted on kitchenaid.com
good machine not much noisy like the professionnal
(This review was collected as part of a promotion.) i used to have kitchenaid professionnal 5 plus i was heappy with it the only thing at end i had to change the gears inside 2 times once when it was a plastic gear and the second time the tech. told me i have to change ( 4 ) gears which a did but did not lost for long time so i had to buy another one . this one is smaller and the motor less powerfull the only problem does not lock properly it move up when it turn fast .
5 out of 5 stars
13 January, 2026
originally posted on kitchenaid.com
AMAZING!!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got this for Christmas and I have been using it non-stop!!
5 out of 5 stars
13 January, 2026
originally posted on kitchenaid.com
Does not disappoint
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve always wanted a KitchenAid mixer, but was thought it wasn’t an investment I really needed. I bought myself one to do my Christmas baking this past Christmas and wow does it live up to the hype! It’s a workhorse and I couldn’t believe the amount of time I saved when baking cookies, simply by not having to hold the mixer or scrape the bowl as often. One month in and I’ve used it at least a dozen times already. I’m sorry I didn’t buy one sooner, but I am so glad I finally did!