Team KitchenAid came away with three recommendations in this month's high end mixer tests from Cook's Illustrated.
1. KitchenAid Pro Line Series 7-Qt Bowl Lift Stand Mixer [Highly Recommended]
2. KitchenAid Classic Plus Series 4.5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer. [Recommended]
3.KitchenAid Professional 600 Series 6-Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer. [Recommended]
Stand Mixers (High-End)