(checked 2026-10-10)
The most precise and powerful machine in expert tests, with a superb adjustable slicer. It costs about $500, takes up a lot of room with its huge accessory case, and some owners report cracked bowls.
Top complaints
- Very expensive
It costs about twice as much as Wirecutter's top pick, and Food Network lists the price as its main con. Value for money is mixed on Amazon, where some owners call it an expensive mistake (117 of 349 mentions are negative).
- Huge, with a big accessory case to store
Wirecutter says it is almost 18 inches tall, weighs nearly 20 pounds, and comes with an accessory case almost as big as the machine. Serious Eats and Food Network both flag the size, and Amazon owners give mixed feedback on it.
- Bowl cracks; mixed durability
Amazon's summary says durability is mixed, with some owners reporting bowl cracks despite infrequent use (87 of 155 mentions are negative). Wirecutter calls the general warranty underwhelming for the price, though the motor has a separate long warranty.
What owners love
- The most precise chopping tested
Wirecutter says it diced exceptionally evenly and was especially impressive on fine herbs. Serious Eats got a mirepoix in just 20 pulses.
Source: Wirecutter, Serious Eats - Excellent adjustable slicer
The slicer has 24 thickness settings from 0.3 to 8 mm. Wirecutter got consistent 1 mm potato slices, thinner and more even than the Cuisinart Core Custom's.
Source: Serious Eats, Wirecutter - Powerful and rock steady
Wirecutter says it kneaded pizza dough without moving an inch. Amazon owners praise its performance and power.
- You have little counter or cabinet space
- You only use a food processor occasionally
- You're on a budget
- Cooking big, prep-heavy recipes several times a week
- Paper-thin, even slicing
- Finely chopped herbs
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What experts say
- Serious Eats: Best food processor overall: very easy to use, with clear lock arrows, a timer and a 24-setting slicer. The only con is a very large storage caddy.
- Wirecutter (NYT): Upgrade pick for people who cook for a crowd often: exceptionally even dicing and slicing. It costs twice the top pick, takes a lot of space, includes superfluous extras, and measured 90 dB.
- Food Network: Best large-capacity pick, called the 'Ferrari of food processors'. The cons are the price and the space it takes up.