If you own a Farberware stand mixer, you may be wondering if you can use attachments made for the popular KitchenAid stand mixers. Many home bakers prefer KitchenAid attachments for their high quality and versatility. But are they compatible with other brands?
The short answer is no, most KitchenAid attachments will not properly fit on a Farberware stand mixer. The exceptions are some universal attachments like wire whips or dough hooks that attach via the beater shaft. However, KitchenAid branded bowls, food grinders, pasta rollers etc. are not interchangeable.
This is because KitchenAid and Farberware stand mixers have different designs. KitchenAid uses a tilt-head design with a proprietary attachment hub. Farberware uses a bowl-lift design and has its own unique attachment mechanism. The kitchen appliance brands are not cross-compatible.
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KitchenAid stand mixers like the Classic, Artisan, and Professional series all use the same iconic tilting head design. The motor is housed in the head which engages with the bowl on a locking pivot.
Importantly, they have a proprietary attachment hub on the front. This is what KitchenAid branded attachments like the pasta roller or food grinder connect to. It has a unique shape and locking mechanism.
Farberware stand mixers use an entirely different bowl-lift design. The motor housing sits stationary while the bowl lifts up to connect. The beaters attach directly to the motor drive on the bottom.
There is no specially shaped hub for attachments. Instead there is a simple, screw-on hub on top to mount beaters.
Because of the different designs, the unique KitchenAid attachment hub will not align or lock into a Farberware stand mixer. The shapes are not complementary. You cannot attach any grinder, roller, slicer etc. that relies on clipping into the KitchenAid hub.
At best, a KitchenAid attachment might sit loosely on top of a Farberware mixer if you can align the beater shaft. But it will not drive or function properly.
The good news is that some basic attachments are universal as they connect via the beater shaft. For example:
As long as an accessory fits around the Farberware’s beater shaft and tightens down, it will work. So you have some flexibility with basic mixing and kneading attachments.
But anything that relies on the proprietary KitchenAid attachment hub will simply not fit a Farberware stand mixer. Keep this in mind when accessory shopping.
Instead of KitchenAid accessories, look for attachments specifically made for Farberware stand mixers. Farberware does sell some of their own branded attachments like:
While the selection is more limited, these accessories are designed to correctly fit and work with your Farberware mixer. They align with the top beater shaft and screw or clamp into place.
You can often find them sold together with the mixer or available directly from Farberware.
What about other accessory brands like OXO or Cuisinart?
Accessories have to be designed specifically for your Farberware mixer. Universal options may work if they attach via the beater shaft. But pay attention to compatibility.
Will KitchenAid bowls fit on a Farberware stand mixer?
Unfortunately no, the bowl shapes and locking mechanisms are incompatible between brands. Stick to bowls designed for your Farberware mixer.
Can I use KitchenAid attachments if I modify or adapt them?
You may be able to rig up an attachment, but it’s unlikely to be secure or enable the accessory to function properly. It’s not worth the hassle.
Wrapping Up
While KitchenAid stand mixers are very popular, their proprietary attachment hub limits compatibility with other brands like Farberware. To get the most out of your Farberware mixer, opt for accessories specifically designed for its bowl-lift design. With a little research, you can find attachments to customize your mixer and handle all your baking and cooking needs!
