Cuisinart vs. Kitchenaid stand mixers | ChefTalk Well, the Cuisinart IS a very good-looking mixer, and happily, Cuisinart has wisely refrained from modifying the excellent tool design of the original Kenwood (the wire whip is the best design out there). Good luck and keep us posted on how your friends fare with it. I would be delighted to hear that its performance has pleased its recipient.