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Cuisinart Stand Mixer Review: Can This Pretty Appliance Compete with KitchenAid?
Published on Jun. 25, 2025
Few kitchen tools are as versatile as the humble stand mixer. Mixing batters and doughs, whipping cream, mashing potatoes and even shredding chicken—there are endless ways to use this small appliance. Plus, it looks just as good as it performs.
Stand mixers—particularly KitchenAid, with its coveted color of the year series—are famous for their eye-catching hues. I recently came across a patterned stand mixer that was so pretty, it stopped me mid-scroll.
Say hello to the Cuisinart Caskata Precision Master stand mixer. This blue-and-white beauty will turn heads. And, after testing it for two months, I’m confident it will transform your meal prep routine, too.
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Cuisinart Caskata Precision Master Stand Mixer
With a stylish design and plenty of power, the Cuisinart stand mixer is a smart use of counter space.
What is a Cuisinart stand mixer?
Cuisinart currently offers a handful of stand mixers. I tested the Precision Master model designed in collaboration with tableware brand, Caskata.
The mixer features gorgeous florals in Caskata’s signature blue-and-white Arcadia pattern. It comes with a 5.5-quart stainless steel bowl, three mixing attachments and a pouring shield. Its 500-watt motor is up for tasks big and small, from kneading dough to whipping meringue. Plus, a tilt-back head and 12 mixing speeds give you precise control over your creations.
The bowl and attachments are dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup. The stand mixer is also compatible with a number of other accessories, sold separately.
How We Tested It
I’ve been testing the Cuisinart Caskata stand mixer since April 2025. In that time, I’ve used it for countless cooking and baking tasks.
Unboxing and Assembly
The mixer arrived double-boxed, with a standard brown box for shipping and a colorful Cuisinart box housing the actual appliance. It was well-packed with cardboard inserts and plastic wrap.
Once the mixer was out of the box, the setup was super simple. All I had to do was unfurl the cord and plug it in. I also washed the bowl, attachments and pouring shield.
Pizza Dough
For my first test, I whipped up a classic pizza dough with flour, water, yeast and salt. I make this recipe about once a week, and it’s easy-peasy for pizza nights.
First, I proofed the yeast with warm water. Then, I measured out the flour and salt in the stand mixer bowl. I combined the two and set the mixer on a low speed with the dough hook attachment.
As the dough started to come together, I noticed the head of the mixer bobbing up and down. This didn’t affect performance—the dough still came together beautifully—but it’s worth noting. I plan to keep an eye on it to see if the bobbing worsens over time.
Cake Batter
Next up: a classic pound cake. I started by creaming butter and sugar with the paddle attachment. This is always a tricky step, as the butter loves to cling to the edges of the bowl.
I found myself stopping the mixer every minute or so to scrape down the edges. Luckily, the tilt-head function is very easy to use. (It would be helpful if Cuisinart made a similar attachment to the KitchenAid flex beater for easier scraping!)
Besides that little hiccup, all the other ingredients came together well on a medium speed. I was also impressed that there was so little mess when adding the dry ingredients.
Whipped Cream
Finally, I mixed up a quart of whipping cream with the whisk attachment. I popped in the liquid and slowly raised the speed to avoid splatters.
I took the mixer all the way up to level 12, just to stretch its legs, and it did a great job mixing without splashing the cream all over the kitchen. After a minute or two, the head of the mixer started to get a touch warm, so I lowered the speed to a medium-high setting. I would recommend using super-high speeds sparingly. That said, I love how easy this mixer is to adjust with a backlit knob. Simply twist clockwise to increase the speed.
When I paused to add vanilla bean paste and powdered sugar, the mixer evenly incorporated both ingredients with ease. Truly, there’s no better way to make whipped cream than in a stand mixer!
Cleaning and Care
Taking care of the Cuisinart stand mixer is easy. I washed the bowls and attachments by hand after use, but they are all dishwasher-safe.
If any splashes, splatters or spills make it onto the mixer itself, just wipe down with a damp cloth.
Pros
- Attractive design, especially the Caskata model
- 12 mixing speeds
- Includes a whisk, paddle, dough hook and pouring shield
- Compatible with multiple attachments
- Easy-to-use tilt head design
- 3-year warranty
Cons
- Batter can get stuck on sides of the mixing bowl
- Head bobs when mixing heavy doughs
- Limited attachments
Stand Mixer Comparison: Cuisinart vs. KitchenAid
In my tenure at Taste of Home, I’ve had the chance to try a number of stand mixer models—including the 5-quart KitchenAid Artisan and 5.5-quart bowl-lift mixers. After using all three, the Cuisinart is right up there with the best.
Each model boasts 10+ mixing speeds, a trio of included attachments and a sleek look. The KitchenAid Artisan and Cuisinart Precision Master both operate with a tilt-head design. Most importantly, all three appliances can handle a wide array of cooking and baking tasks.
Both KitchenAid mixers are heavier than the Cuisinart. This lighter footprint can be a good thing for users who struggle with the bulk of moving a mixer, especially when there’s no space to keep it permanently on the countertop. However, this added bulk does make the KitchenAid mixers feel sturdier and longer-lasting, especially when working with heavy doughs. The bowl-lift model is heftier than the tilt-heads, but the design can feel cumbersome to work with. (I find that the head gets in the way when adding ingredients.)
Additionally, Cuisinart currently only has a handful of compatible attachments, such as a frozen dessert maker, meat grinder, spiralizer and two pasta makers. KitchenAid makes all of the above, plus a sifter, strainer, food processor, ice shaver and juicer.
That said, the Caskata design is unique to Cuisinart. While KitchenAids come in a rainbow of colors (over 25 options compared to Cuisinart’s 10 hues), it does not offer patterns. You can, however, find patterned KitchenAid bowls.
Final Verdict
If (like me!) you fall in love with the darling blue-and-white Caskata colorway, the Cuisinart stand mixer is an excellent choice. While it has a few subtle quirks, it does an excellent job mixing doughs, batters, creams and more. I’m confident this kitchen appliance will last a long time.
Where To Buy a Cuisinart Stand Mixer
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Cuisinart Caskata Precision Master Stand Mixer
With an iconic blue and white flower design, this may just be the prettiest stand mixer we've seen.
You can pick up a Cuisinart stand mixer from a number of retailers, including Walmart, Wayfair and Amazon. The 5.5-quart model in the limited-edition Caskata colorway costs $390.
FAQ
Does the Cuisinart stand mixer have attachments?
Yes! In addition to the standard whisk, paddle and dough hook attachments the mixer comes with, Cuisinart sells a number of other stand mixer attachments. You can connect a meat grinder, pasta roller and spiralizer attachment, among others, to the appliance’s power hub. Simply remove the “Cuisinart” branded plate on the top of your mixer head to use.
How do you remove the bowl from a Cuisinart stand mixer?
Twist the bowl counterclockwise to remove it from the base.
Why You Should Trust Us
The Taste of Home product testing team has combined decades of experience in reviewing gear and gadgets. To date, we’ve tested nearly every small kitchen appliance category on the market, including food processors, toasters, air fryer ovens and blenders. Our goal is to help readers find quality products that they can trust.
The lead tester for this piece, Katie Bandurski, has reviewed hundreds of items. She specializes in holiday gifts and decor, coffee products and baking equipment. Her work has appeared in Reader’s Digest, Family Handyman, Better Homes & Gardens and, of course, Taste of Home.
