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This machine is a solid bang for your buck. The following is a chat session I had with a KitchenAid rep comparing this unit with the 600 pro. I got this unit for under $250 bucks, so it was a no brainer for me. Hopefully this can help some people out. UPDATE (12/2/2015) - One other very nice thing i just found out from Kitchenaid; the 6000 HD uses the exact same 1.3 HP DC motor as the 6500 models. The difference is that the 6000 is programmed to use less HP/Wattage. ---------- Emily: Thank you for contacting KitchenAid! My name is Emily. I will be with you momentarily. Emily: Hello Mr. Anderson. How may I assist you today? D. Anderson: Hello. I would like to know the differences between the motors for the stand mixers (600 pro and 6000 HD). Are there any downloadable spec sheets for these? Also, where could I view and / or purchase replacement parts for the 6000 HD? Emily: I apologize, we do not have any spec sheets for our stand mixers. I would be happy to provide you with the differences in these models. One moment please. D. Anderson: ok, thank you. Emily: I apologize, do you have a model number for the 6000 HD? D. Anderson: yes, 1 moment... Emily: Thank you. D. Anderson: KSM6573CER Emily: Thank you. One moment please. D. Anderson: ok. also, is that model made by kitchen aid in the US facility? I cannot find it on the kitchen aid website. Emily: The Pro 600 has a 575 watt motor, a 6 quart bowl, and can hold 14 cups of all purpose flour. The KSM6573 has a 1.3 horsepower motor, a 6 quart tulip shaped bowl, and can hold 14 cups of all purpose flour. The Pro 600 is available in more colors than the KSM6573. The KSM6573 has a tulip shaped bowl so it does not have as many compatible accessories as the Pro 600. Emily: All of our stand mixers are manufactured in the United States. D. Anderson: I know the 6000 is rated to output 350 watts - and is DC power driven motor; but is the 6000 HD motor a larger motor than the pro 600? Emily: Yes, it is a larger motor than the Pro 600 D. Anderson: where can I find a list of all replacement parts and compatible accessories for the 6000? Emily: I can provide you with the list. One moment please. D. Anderson: Thank you. Emily: You're welcome. Emily: Thank you for waiting. I have provided the list of all accessories compatible with the KSM6573 below. Flat Beater - Coated (no burnished available) W10401173G Spiral Dough Hook - Coated W10335442G Wire Whip K5AWW KSM6573 Tulip Shaped Bowl W10177650G D. Anderson: Those are what come with the mixer when you purchase it, correct? there are no other accessories that can be used with it (like an 11 wire whisk, or glass bowel, etc.)? Emily: Yes, these are all included with the stand mixer. There are no other compatible accessories for this model. D. Anderson: Oh, one other question... Emily: Ok. D. Anderson: the 600 pro states on specs it is a direct drive transmission... is the 6000 the same? And are they also both all metal gears with metal gear box? Emily: Yes, the 6000 is a direct drive transmission as well. And both models have all metal gears and metal gear boxes. D. Anderson: Sorry, one other item I just remembered... The 6000 pro has 350 watts and 600 has 575 watts... Since the 6000 pro is DC driven motor and larger, does that mean it is the same or more "effective", performance power than the 600? Does it have more torque on each speed setting than the 600? Emily: the Pro 6000's motor is more energy efficient, powerful, and will last longer. D. Anderson: OK, so it will actually be able to more efficiently "muscle through", heavier mixes (like dough's\batters), than the 600? Emily: Yes, it is. D. Anderson: Ok, I think that is it from my end. Thank you for your time and information. Emily: You're welcome. Thank you for contacting KitchenAid. Have a great day! D. Anderson: You too. Bye.