By Kendall Cornish

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There are a few universal truths in life: hangovers get worse with age, jeans shrink right when you’re feeling good about yourself, and KitchenAid mixers rarely go on sale…except when it’s this extended deal, which is even better than it was yesterday during Prime Big Deal Days.

The KitchenAid Classic Series 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer, the very machine responsible for half of America’s “I could open a bakery” delusions, is somehow cheaper after Prime Big Deal Days. It’s currently sitting at $279 (down 30%), which is actually lower than the sale price yesterday (over $300). Amazon woke up this morning and said, “Fine, we’ll sweeten the deal one last time.”

Here’s the thing: a KitchenAid isn’t just a mixer. It’s an heirloom. This is the same model that’s been quietly whipping meringues and kneading dough since before TikTok discovered sourdough. Well before. The tilt-head design is iconic, the 10-speed settings are basically a personality test, and that smooth planetary mixing motion ensures not a single bit of flour hides in the corners of your bowl (a rare feat for anyone who’s ever made cookies while tipsy).

KitchenAid Classic Series 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer

The KitchenAid Classic Series 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer is the gold standard of home baking — powerful, timeless, and built like it could survive the apocalypse (or at least your in-laws’ holiday visit). With a durable all-metal construction, ten precision speeds, and a planetary mixing action that scrapes every inch of the bowl, it delivers flawlessly smooth batters, whipped creams, and doughs every time.

The 4.5-quart stainless steel bowl can handle up to eight dozen cookies in one go, and the tilt-head design makes adding ingredients feel effortless. Compatible with over ten optional attachments, this single appliance can become your pasta maker, meat grinder, or ice cream churner with the right add-on.

If you’ve been holding out, this is your sign. The 4.5-quart stainless steel bowl is perfect for everyday baking, with enough room for double batches of brownies, mashed potatoes for six, or whatever emotional baking project you’ll inevitably start during the holidays.

It’s compatible with every classic KitchenAid attachment, from pasta rollers to spiralizers to the ice cream maker, meaning this one purchase could spiral you into a full-blown culinary empire.

Your Prime Big Deal Days FAQs, answered

What is Prime Big Deal Days?

This annual Amazon sale — which we like to call October Prime Day — is similar to the well-known July event: it’s a two-day blow out shopping event with deep discounts on bestsellers and everyday essentials. But the timing of this sale makes all the difference; shoppers can also score pre-Black Friday deals on top-rated toys and sell-out-risk gifts before the holiday rush.

Is Prime Big Deal Days over?

Technically, Prime Big Deal Days 2025 ended on Wednesday October 8 at 11:59 p.m. PT. But fortunately for professional procrastinators (you know who you are), Amazon extended tons of the best deals of the sale, so Prime members can continue to reap discounts.

Do you have to be an Amazon Prime member to shop?

Prime Big Deal Days is a member-exclusive sale event. Interested shoppers can grab a 30-day free trial to try Prime, and its many benefits, with no strings attached.

Prime Day vs. Prime Big Deal Days: What’s the difference?

Already familiar with July Prime Day? Then you’ll love Amazon’s fall version! Like its summer spectacular sale, Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days offers major discounts for 48 hours, but with a bigger focus on holiday gifts, toys and tech to shop ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

What are the best deals?

From reporting on Amazon sales for years, we can tell you for certain that October Prime Day is the ideal period to stock up on household essentials, score great deals on gift-worthy items and toys, take advantage of Black Friday-level discounts on tech and appliances, refill your skincare empties, and comb through the massive catalog of Amazon best-sellers.

Is it worth it?

We certainly think so! October Prime Day is a great chance to score Black Friday-worthy deals on thousands of best-sellers, including everything from big-ticket tech to Post reader-favorite trash bags. Our team diligently sorts through all the offers to find you the very best items to grab on sale.

When is the next Prime Day?

Already wondering when Amazon’s next Prime Day is? Prime Day takes place in July each year, so it’s safe to assume it will take place in mid-July 2026 — similar to previous years. Can’t wait to shop more Amazon deals? Look out for Amazon’s Black Friday sales to kick off the holiday season in November.

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This article was written by Kendall Cornish, New York Post Commerce Editor & Reporter. Kendall, who moonlights as a private chef in the Hamptons for New York elites, lends her expertise to testing and recommending cooking products – for beginners and aspiring sous chefs alike. Simmering and seasoning her way through both jobs, Kendall dishes on everything from the best cookware for your kitchen to cooking classes that will level-up your skills to new dinnerware to upgrade your holiday hosting. Prior to joining the Post’s shopping team in 2023, Kendall previously held positions at Apartment Therapy and at Dotdash Meredith’s Travel + Leisure and Departures magazines.