• The Professional KitchenAid 600 Mixer is a professional-grade mixer for the devoted cook. As of 2010, the 600 mixer has an MSRP of $499, according to the KitchenAid website. Because the KitchenAid 600 Mixer is a professional-grade mixer, it offers a number of advantages over your basic run-of-the-mill kitchen mixer.
  
  

More Powerful Motor

• The Professional KitchenAid 600 Mixer has a 575W motor, compared to a 250W motor for the KitchenAid Classic Mixer. The additional power produced by the motor improves the overall performance of the mixer. It allows the mixer to mix at a faster and stronger rate, which can cut preparation time.
  
  

Solid Construction

• Unlike many other kitchen mixers, the Professional KitchenAid 600 Mixer is not made of plastic. The entire construction is metal, including the mixer's transmission gears. The mixing bowl is also stainless steel. Although the construction makes the 600 mixer slightly heavier than other mixers, it increases its durability.
  
  

Made in the USA

• According to the Professional KitchenAid 600 specification sheet, the mixer is "Assembled with Pride in Greenville, Ohio." The designation isn't listed on several other KitchenAid mixers. By purchasing the Professional KitchenAid 600, you'll know that you are supporting American workers and the products they make.
  
  

Available Accessories

• The Professional KitchenAid 600 is available with a number of high-quality accessories that you can use with your mixer to do a lot more than mix. Some of the available accessories include an ice cream maker, ravioli maker, pasta roller, roto slicer and shredder, and a fruit and vegetable grinder.