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Message: [QUOTE="bakingmama1, post: 35062, member: 2618"] Hi there! Here's my two cents on stand mixers.... I agree that it depends completely on what you want to do with the mixer. KA are super cute, look great on the counter top and in photos, and can do a good job. However, from my many friends who have tried them, they just don't last as long or have the kind of power that's needed (disclaimer: I've never had one, just sharing what friends have told me). I love my Bosch, but they are on the pricier side. However they do have a compact mixer if you want something smaller, plus a section to find refurbished ones on the Bosch Mixers site. I love my Bosch because it has been working for me for [I]years[/I], and handles my huge batches of cookie dough, bread, etc. You can always look and try to find used ones on Craigslist too if you have an even tighter budget. It also might be good to look into Ankarsrum mixers, as I hear they do a good job. Don't get me wrong, KA are really nice mixers! And in some places I see wonderful reviews! But I've personally heard too many stories of them dying out fairly quickly. Best of luck to you. [/QUOTE]