6 Best Kitchenaid Attachments

This slicer shredder attachment by GVODE is designed for KitchenAid stand mixers and fits all models, making it a versatile choice if you want to expand your mixer's functionality. It includes three stainless steel drums for slicing and shredding various foods like vegetables, fruits, and cheese, which can really speed up meal prep and reduce the need for multiple standalone appliances.

The materials used are durable and BPA-free, with a strong stainless steel blade that resists deformation. Cleaning is mostly easy since the blades are dishwasher safe, but the housing needs hand washing, which could be a minor inconvenience. Its compact design helps with storage, and it comes with useful extras like a food pusher and cleaning brush. Weighing just over half a kilogram, it’s lightweight and won’t add much bulk.

This attachment is ideal for home cooks who regularly prepare salads, grated cheese, or sliced veggies and want a reliable, time-saving tool compatible with their KitchenAid mixer. It is not made by KitchenAid itself, which might matter if you prefer original brand accessories. Also, if you rarely slice or shred, the investment might not be worth it compared to manual options.

The Gvode Meat Grinder & Slicer Shredder Attachment set is designed to fit KitchenAid stand mixers and some Cuisinart models, making it a versatile add-on if you want to expand your mixer's capabilities. It includes a metal meat grinder with sausage stuffer tubes and a slicer/shredder set with three stainless steel blades. The materials used are mostly durable—aluminum alloy for the grinder and stainless steel for the blades—ensuring longevity and food safety. This means it can handle regular use without worrying much about wear or rust.

One of the biggest advantages is the functionality: the meat grinder offers four different grinding plates for various textures and three sausage tubes for different sizes, which is great if you like homemade sausages or ground meat. The slicer/shredder blades handle everything from slicing vegetables to shredding cheese or nuts, speeding up food prep tasks.

Cleaning is mostly straightforward, but only the slicer blades are dishwasher safe. The other parts require hand washing with warm water and soap, which might be a bit inconvenient if you use it frequently. The included cleaning brush helps with hard-to-reach spots, though. The attachments are reasonably compact but will still require some storage space. Since this is a third-party accessory (not official KitchenAid), compatibility is good but it is recommended to double-check your mixer's model before buying. With solid build quality and multiple functions, this set suits home cooks who regularly grind meat or prepare ingredients with a stand mixer and want a practical, affordable way to do more without extra appliances.

The GVODE Ice Cream Maker Attachment is designed to fit KitchenAid stand mixers with 4.5-quart bowls and larger, making it a good choice for those who want to expand their mixer's capabilities to include homemade ice cream, gelato, or sorbet. It offers a decent 2-quart capacity, allowing you to prepare a fair amount of dessert at once, typically in 20 to 30 minutes. The attachment is made from food-safe, BPA-free plastic, which is reassuring for health and safety, and it benefits from GVODE's experience with KitchenAid attachments.

It is relatively easy to use; you freeze the bowl in advance, then add your mix and let the dasher stir and freeze it smoothly. Cleaning is straightforward since the dasher and drive assembly are dishwasher safe on the top rack, though the freezer bowl requires gentle hand washing and drying before refreezing, which is pretty standard for this type of product. One limitation is that it's not compatible with the smaller 3.5-quart KitchenAid mixers, so users must have a 4.5-quart or larger model.

The attachment is a bit bulky at around 2.76 kg and requires some freezer space for the bowl, so storage could be a consideration for those with limited kitchen room. The included 1-year warranty and responsive after-sales support add some peace of mind. For those who regularly enjoy frozen desserts and already own a compatible KitchenAid mixer, this attachment can be a valuable and fairly easy way to make your own ice cream, but occasional users should be mindful of the necessary freezer prep and storage space.