The test winner cuts a good figure in many respects. The appliance comes with a lot of accessories, is easy to operate and looks good despite its bulky dimensions. In the practical test, the KitchenAid delivered almost consistently acceptable results. However, the regular price of over 1000 euros is too high even for a test winner.

The Cook Processor from KitchenAid looks good and the workmanship makes the usual good impression. However, the tested programmes and functions are not completely convincing and rinsing water from washing up collects in the double-walled lid, which then drips out with a delay. It is very pleasant that no fan makes an annoying continuous noise during longer cooking phases and the variety of functions...

The pot is big and heavy, the steamer attachment is enough for four servings. Dark display, menu language can only be set once, machine labelling in English. Lid closes pot tightly ? ?suitable for picnics. Pot must not be put in the dishwasher. Available in white, cream, ?silver, black, empire and candy apple red.

The KitchenAid Artisan Cook Processor comes in second place in the comparison test of cooking systems. This model can come up with different inserts for cooking, which can be easily exchanged as needed. Thanks to very high temperatures, this model is also very suitable when it comes to searing meat, with many roast aromas speaking for themselves...

The Cook Processor from KitchenAid looks good and the workmanship makes the usual good impression. However, I am not completely convinced by the tested programmes and functions, and rinsing water from the washing up collects in the double-walled lid, which then drips out with a delay...