The Game-Changing $22 Find That’ll Make Your KitchenAid Stand Mixer Even Better (So Helpful!)

When I moved into an apartment with the tiniest kitchen I’d ever seen, I thought I might have to part ways with my beloved KitchenAid stand mixer. It was one of the first things I bought after graduating from college — I found someone selling a 10-year-old model on Facebook Marketplace for $75, so I booked it across the city and hauled it home on the subway. (It was a struggle.) I developed a special attachment to it after that, and naturally, I started loving it even more once it made baking so much easier. 

So I decided that even though my new apartment’s kitchen lacked space, I’d find a way to make it work. My stand mixer sits in the far back corner of my countertop, out of the way until I need to drag it out for making something like cookies or ice cream. Anyone with a stand mixer knows how extremely heavy it is, so it’s not the most ideal setup. That’s why I’m thinking I need to add this beautiful slider underneath it — especially because it’s only going for $22 on Amazon!

This wooden mat is specifically designed to make your KitchenAid Tilt-Head, Artisan, or Classic Mixer more accessible, whether its capacity is 4.5 or 5 quarts. Made of durable bamboo, the board has smooth little feet on the bottom that allow it to glide across your countertop effortlessly, with no heavy lifting required. 

Not to mention, it also makes your stand mixer look even cuter, with about an inch of wood peeking out underneath. It comes in dark brown, black, and natural finishes so you can choose a hue that best matches your kitchen’s aesthetic. At the same time, it also protects the machine and your countertops from wear, so you’re also protecting your investment. Several shoppers note in their reviews that their mixers stay stable on the platform while it runs, too!

Average Rating: 4.7/5

“I have the 7-quart bowl lift pro mixer and I can move/push it around my counter using one finger. My mixer is candy apple red and looks great sitting on the bamboo slider. You see the red base of the mixer with a small trim of wood around it.” —Mike

“Anyone who uses a KitchenAid mixer knows how heavy they are. This helps so much when moving it. And it looks nice too.” —Katscatters

“My only regret is how long I waited before ordering one of these. My KitchenAid glides along the countertop now. No more lifting and tugging. It’s lightweight, but appears very durable. Would purchase for a gift as well.” —Melissa McGee

If your stand mixer is stored in a hard-to-reach place or you find yourself moving it often while you bake or cook, then this find will come in handy. In fact, I’m willing to bet that you’ll end up using your stand mixer more often once you introduce this to your countertop!

Buy: Sun3drucker KitchenAid Stand Mixer Slider, $21.99