Is Cuisinart Still The Best Food Processor? | Gear Heads

[@Lucysmom26]

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[@siamesepleaseme7468]

That was always the problem with consumer reports years ago they didn’t test all the models.

[@Earthy-Artist]

Yes, I too love their Gear Heads reviews! Keep em' comin'.

[@timmholl9238]

This IS exactly why I'm here.

[@BCSpecht89]

I replaced my Cuisinart food processor with the Breville and have been much happier. When I would make pizza dough in the Cuisinart, the dough would be thrown about the work bowl with such violence that it would crack both the bowl and the lid. I got tired of replacing them. The Cuisinart also has the problem of liquids leaking if you have too much liquid in the bowl and it leaks up under the blade hub. The motor in the Breville is an absolute beast. It handles any sort of dough that I wish to make and the bowl and lid have never cracked even after several years of use. The pulse control is superb. The adjustable slicing disc seals the deal for me to make this Breville a better choice than the Cuisinart.

[@Junie-i3o]

Thanks for this information. I wanted to see what Americas test kitchens had to say. I personally would not recommend Cuisinart food processor to anyone. I would like to add that the continued rusting of my blade . the blade is only hand washed, towel dried, then left to air dry. I dread using it and today decided to look at other products. I love the Breville brand. they make good products.

[@bestyoutubernonegraternumber1]

I am in the process of doing this. Either sous chef 16 + the upcoming DICING KIT or the the paradice 16, which is the exact same thing, with the dicing kit included. After I realized I could not ever get a DICING KIT, the only reason I even want a food processor, for this, after I realized the dicing kit is not supported with this “America’s test kitchen best” JUNK, I never used the GD thing again. I am going to get a damson blue Breville, to match the mixer + the stand mixer I have from them, which are by-far better than any cuisinart or KitchenAid gear I have ever owned. I am so mad at/have zero faith in America’s Test Kitchen after that crap advice they give.

[@ash3rr]

so you put pizza dough in again after it broke it the first time, meaning you didn't learn from your own mistake?

[@BCSpecht89]

@ash3rr After replacement. It's always possible that there was a manufacturer's defect that allowed it to fail the first time. I was willing to give the brand a second chance, but it failed that time, too. So, yes, I did learn that the Cuisinart brand was not adequate for my needs. My Breville is still working perfectly. It handles pizza dough like a champ.

[@brettmorgan5129]

I use my food processor for garlic butter probably more than anything 1 stick butter 7 or 8 garlic cloves 1tsp garlic salt 1 tsp garlic powder 1 Tbsp basil 2 Tbsp olive oil.

[@siamesepleaseme7468]

Thanks for mentioning and reminding me I could do this.

[@brettmorgan5129]

@@siamesepleaseme7468 You are welcome 🙂

[@UTeewb]

add some soy sauce and you basically have hibachi steakhouse butter

[@Earthy-Artist]

I've make compound butters and love them, in addition I add one Tablespoon of fresh lemon juice to compound butter which takes it over the top😋! A pinch of cayenne pepper adds a touch of heat.

[@one-eyepadidally8449]

You use garlic powder in addition to garlic cloves??! Why?? Lol. I have the Breville 16 cup peel and dice food processor, and it can even take the skins off the garlic cloves for me… It’s amazing!

[@cynthiasymons]

I put my 14-cup Cuisinart bowl and top in the dishwasher all the time. Works just fine-haven’t noticed any “clouding.” I love it-it is efficient and quiet. Great purchase.

[@Sentient_Goose]

Same here, always straight to the dishwasher. I think the Cuisinart even says that's fine in the instructions?

[@spikefivefivefive]

I hand wash and have had clouding. I think it depends on the quality or batch of the plastic resin that it's made from.

[@evelynwald9132]

Clouding also depends on what you use the machine for. I make my own superfine sugar and the sugar is abrasive to the inside.

[@cynthiasymons]

@@evelynwald9132 That makes sense. :)

[@aquajack16]

The only clouding on mine is the parts of the lid you can’t get to by handwashing..never had a problem when I had a dishwasher.

[@T0beyeus]

Using your guide I got the slightly smaller version, it does have a capacity limit compared to the standard 14 cup but it was closer to my price range and I love it!

[@JamesPotts]

That model Cuisinart was an impulse buy for me a number of years ago. Best impulse buy I've ever made.

[@cathylynn57]

Good review! I have a 16 cup Breville and love it! I like the tip of using warm soapy water and turning it on to begin cleaning. Thanks!

[@hxhdfjifzirstc894]

Good for blenders, as well.

[@mcleanleline7038]

I was able to get this model about 5yrs ago during black friday. It was only $99.99 on Amazon back then and it was 100% worth it.

[@hxhdfjifzirstc894]

Eh, that was back when Trump was president... nowadays, they're $250. They've more than doubled in price. Insanity!

[@rainerrain9689]

@@hxhdfjifzirstc894 Giddy up !

[@joymcguire]

I have had my Cuisinart for over 20 years! I still love it!

[@jacobaddison2929]

I have this food processor and I use it every week. I love it. Bought it solely from ATKs recommendation and it alone has leveled up my kitchen.

[@0066keith]

I have a Kitchen Aid I bought in the 80's. Small compared to today's models. 14Hx6W. When you fire it up, the lights will dim. Lol. Powerful machine. I hope it never dies.

[@sandralouth3103]

I still have the first publicly offered Cuisinart, made by Robo Coup, with a steel housing and it still works. Feed tube is ridiculously small. I also have a DC-10 that works great.

[@naughtysquirrellyndatee96]

Still using my Cuisinart from the early 1980s… going strong!!!

[@lizcademy4809]

Me too ... I bought mine refurbished in 1980. The bowl has a crack, but it's fine for non-liquids. I had to break off the video to try and hunt up a manual online ... no luck. If anyone runs across a site with a PDF manual for a CFP-9a, let me know!

[@MarcWdives]

Married 26 years, got one for a wedding gift. This year I replaced the bowl. I looked around and bought a new processor was not worth it

[@tenniebeenie]

Same here. Early 80's and still works like a charm! Also had to replace the bowl once.

[@AShakyLife]

Haven't those all been recalled?

[@lizcademy4809]

@@AShakyLife Nobody told me about a recall :) and mine has been working absolutely perfectly for almost 45 years.

[@anne-marielittenberg8950]

the part where you can process liquid and not worry about an open blade-stem (like the cuisinart has) makes the breville the winner for me. No more spills. Also, my original cuisinart, from when it was still a family owned company, lasted forever (I am old). It's replacement died after a handful of years. The breville is sturdy, well designed, versatile.

[@One-eyedFats]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this Cuisinart Food Processor! I've had that workhorse for a decade and notice no dullness or clouding of the parts from the dishwasher. Gonna throw all the parts in it right now and save some cabinet space! 💡🤯🙌🥳🎉

[@craigheimericks4594]

For the finely chopped vegetables, what I do is add them to my blender with enough water to cover. Pulse to desired consistency and then drain off the water. Super fast mirepoix.

[@Earthy-Artist]

I'm going to experiment and try your idea, thanks!

[@dawnbowie352]

ADORE THIS REVIEW! So needed this in-depth data prior to making a purchase of this amount. Bless our ATK Gear Heads - you save me money and offer a real savings in the stress in use and cleaning as well. 😘👍 However, as equipment techs: BEWARE - NEVER spray cleaners directly on the power motor base! Instead, spray your cloth, and then wipe the base. This small tip will prevent any damage to the internal electronics within the housing. Cleaner liquids can be very caustic to wiring and soldered parts. After spending good money on decent equipment, do all you can to protect your investment. Lady computer tech recommended! ❤

[@puggirl415]

I bought my first cuisinart food processor in 1989. I'm still using it. the base and motor is fine. The bowl is cracked around the bottom edge and the stem on the base sometimes gets stuck and pulls off because it's been used for 34 years and counting. I have a comprehensive set of disc cutters I bought sometime in the 90's. I buy old machines sometimes just for the bowl if they are cheap enough or the base doesn't work. I'm 62 now and I want to see if I can keep this item for the rest of my life. Cuisinart food processors are pretty good quality. At least the old ones are.

[@laurabloemker3789]

Same here! I’ve replaced lots of parts because I just can’t part with it-it still works like a beast!

[@sandraauld803]

Don’t trade it for a new one! You’ll be disappointed.

[@calisselindsey8899]

After 25 years, my Cuisinart Food Processor (wedding gift) died. I used it weekly. I was looking for something new and originally decided to splurge on a Breville. After watching this video, I decided to stick with a Cuisinart. During my research, I saw that the 14 Cup was on sale at Target, Amazon, and Kohl's for $199.95. I also noticed that as a Kohl's Rewards member, I could get an additional 20% off. SCORED the last one at my local Kohl's for $159.96. Saved a lot of money and realized that I didn't need all the Breville bells and whistles. This new Cuisinart Custom14 Food Processor is all I need. Thanks ATK, Lisa, and Hannah!

[@corrinejacobson9232]

I have an older Cuisinart and it works for me. We also have a mini chopper, but sometimes we need to bring out the big boy. Your tips have also opened my eyes to more it can do! Thanks!!

[@Persian-Sammy]

Your timing couldn’t be more perfect! I was about to buy a Breville Sous Chef today! I actually go crazy with all the attachments that take up real estate in my cabinets. I’ll be ordering this one! Thank you!

[@one-eyepadidally8449]

Have you regretted your purchase? I sure would. Breville’s machine absolutely spanks Cuisine Art’s food processor. All one has to do is watch comparison videos of how each of them perform, and it’s a no brainer decision. Amy Loves to Cook has done plenty of such comparison videos.

[@jimbomac2005]

Would love a review of the Vitamix food processor attachment, considering Vitamix is still your recommended blender, and it would be great to save space with a single base.

[@JA-kh2yi]

Yes, a review of the Vitamix FP attachment would be great to have!

[@one-eyepadidally8449]

I own a Vitamix too and was thinking of doing exactly what you wrote, because I needed a food processor and wanted to save space in my shoebox-sized kitchen (I live in a one bedroom apartment). I have watched videos about the attachment, and it’s garbage. Not worth the money. I also would never suggest people buy this Cuisine Art food processor over the Breville food processor (which is what I ended up buying). Breville is leagues better - it’s not even close. It’s pretty obvious they got paid to promote Cuisine Art here. When you watch videos that compare the two food processors in how they perform, it’s ridiculous how much more superior Breville is.

[@michaelmcnally1242]

I've had the Breville for several years now, and I've owned food processors since the Cuisinart CFP-5 back in the 70s. The Breville is by far the best food processor of any I've used. Not perfect, but superior in many ways. The main blade architecture keeps the bowl sealed, so there's no liquid leakage through the blade mount. The adjustable slicing disk is so much better than any other fp slicer I've had, there's not really a meaningful comparison. The other disks are competitive with the typical shredders. Their replacement part pricing is reasonable (I needed a new bowl).

[@JackieDannenberg]

I have a Breville too and I love the dang thing !

[@kerryk6245]

I too replaced my Cuisinart with the Breville and think it was worth the extra cost for a superior product and I like the accessory caddy as it keeps sharp blades stored safely when you're only using one blade at a time. I will admit that I rarely use the purchased separately dicer attachments as it's a pain to clean the blades.

[@keenahudson1853]

I've had 2 Breville processors. They're fantastic while they last. But the motor is too powerful for the plastic parts and mine have fallen apart. The plastic on the shaft broke up on one! I've bought a Magimix that goes in the dishwasher and it's as good as the Breville. .

[@ritahall8148]

I have had 3 Breville appliances, including the 12?cup Sous-Chef, and it was very nice while it lasted. The switch failed on all 3. It would have cost almost as much to repair the Breville as to buy a new Cuisinart 14c FP. I got the Cuisinart. I use it just as often (a lot) and don't miss the Breville. I do use and recomend a small mandolin slicer that can grate and julienne for small jobs.

[@michaelmcnally1242]

@@keenahudson1853 Yes, my work bowl fell apart, but to be fair that was after many years. The replacement work bowl was fairly priced, and even better it fit the blades *slightly* better than the original, giving me a much better experience than the original bowl (blades were far too tight, one of the drawbacks). That adjustable slicing blade made creating the "Ratatouille" movie version of the dish a breeze.

[@krefcenz]

great video as usual Lisa and Hannah. Agree to disagree about the extra attachments. I have the Breville Sous Chef peel n dice which comes with added julienne, french fry, peeling and dicing blades. Mine aren't below but up on the counter with the other attachments. And I use the dicing attachments all the time for salsa, fruit salad, mire poix etc. I like the Cuisinart but prefer the Breville.

[@imelpomene]

Agreed. I also have the breville 16cup peel & dice.

[@roospike]

Another agreed Breville Sous Chef 16 peel and dice (+the extra dice blade kit) After 3 processors I wish I bough this one the first place, love all the attachments that actually work really well. 🤘😎

[@robertmccoy9901]

Nice! I was looking at that one a year ago. Showed it to a friend- he ordered one, loves it!

[@CreamyJalapeno]

The Breville is a far superior product and has been for many years now.

[@pipergraceinteriors6482]

I have and prefer the Breville, as well. Love the way it comes together. Donated my Cuisinart as it felt clunky.

[@PassiveAgressive319]

I bought my cuisinart processor in a sale, and it was a real bargain (£90 with all attachments). It came highly recommended by ATK so slightly a bit disappointed when I used the ‘pulse’ button. It does not give that short, quick pulse motion one would expect especially when making dough and you need those ‘pea’ sized bits of butter/flour combined. Using it is no different to the ‘on’ option. But that aside, it’s a good kitchen gadget. Mine came with the vast array of gadgets and I have to say that I refer to my booklet ALL the time depending on what I need it for. My mini version is the Kitchen aid. A great gadget

[@OneWildTurkey]

I wonder if yours may be broken somehow. I've never seen a pulse button that operated like the 'on' option. It's supposed to stop - quickly - as soon as you release the button.

[@PassiveAgressive319]

@@OneWildTurkeythat could be it. That’s really helpful. Thank you friend

[@rainsoakedpuppy]

You can tell the love that food processor, because there are two of them in the scene throughout the entire video.

[@necrosiskoc9617]

I bought the Cuisinart that's been consistently winning your tests based on your recommendations a few years ago and it's been fantastic. I mainly use it for shredding cheese, making pie crusts, shredding veggies, and making pizza dough. It's performed admirably at all of those tasks consistently and it easy to clean IMO. I will admit that I'm that nerd who bought all of the extra discs and have barely used any of them, though they are easy to store if you have an old CD storage case lying around.

[@seetherf9211]

I recently bought the Breville for the dicing and peeling kit it has. It's amazing. Blows my old food processor out of the water.

[@joyjennings8786]

I love using my Cuisinart for hummus, especially a Thai version with peanut butter instead of tahini.

[@chandrawong449]

I've had my Cuisinart food processor for about 12-15 years. The 14 cup model was out, but was sold out in the store I specially went to in order to buy it, so I ended up with the 9 cup model. I used to make a ton of pies, especially around the holiday (30+ between Nov and Dec alone) and I use Julia Child's recipe that makes 4 cups. I have always used frozen butter and it's amazing to make almost all the pie dough in the food processor. I would be able to fully make it in the 14 cup, but the 9 cups is *just* too small so if I add the water to the bowl it doesn't mix well - so I have to dump it into a large bowl to add the water. It's been an great machine. I thought I murdered the motor once by trying to pulse it into breaking up something really difficult, I don't remember what, but when I got the courage up to turn the machine back on it was fine! Yay! I wish I had the 14 cup for the pies, but I make far fewer these days. It still earns a permanent spot on my counter, though!

[@MsCdngrrl]

I'm so glad you still recommend the cuisinart, the only complaint I had was that the top slicing blade slice somethings too thick. I was happy to discover that they had another blade for a thinner slice. I only wish that they included it with the food processor. And I would like the option to buy a dicing blade. .

[@MEL.FreeToRoam]

It’s a shame that here in Australia we have only the 8 cup Cuisinart, for some reason we don’t get the 14 cup

[@ande100]

I have had my large size Cuisinard with a few shredding and slicing discs for 15 ish years now. I use at least once a week and love her. Got her as a refurbished machine and am HAPPY. I have a hand held Ninja for small portions or the ice crushing in the summer. A Large blender for soups and smoothies. The blender is in daily use.❤

[@robertdudash1123]

After hand washing the bowls and lids of my Cuisinart processor and my Vitamix blender I hand dry them with a microfiber cloth - the microfiber cloth buffs the containers and always look new. I had both for years and they look like I just unboxed them!

[@SteveGrin]

We bought that model this year and love it. It replaced our 23 year old kitchen aid (which still worked, but was too heavy to lug around)

[@ritahall8148]

My Kitchen aid is that old and still works fine, but I use and prefer the Cuisinart 14 c now,. I keep the Kitchen Aid as a back up. I prefer the Cuisinart because the Kitchen Aid has a lot of attachments that need storage space, it holds less, and goes a little bit slower.

[@RichardMann-t8h]

You left out the most important size processor AND the best value. Cuisinart 8 cup 350 watt processor. All the features of the 14 cup and $95.00 on Amazon. On big sale days it drops to $80.00 " everywhere " Comes with 2, 2 sided disks: medium and fine. Grate and slice on both. Also S blade. The feed tube is medium size. It's small enough it doesn't need a protective switch making continuous feed a breeze. (Big enough to fit 8 oz blocks of cheese). For a few dollars more than the 4 cup it does so much more ! It's less than half the cost of the 14 cup and worse case you do 2 batches. Less to wash with simpler feed tube and size (think dishwasher). Any 4 cup is a waist of money. I do own both. I constantly reach for my 8 cup.

[@RichardMann-t8h]

PS when I say both I mean to 8 and 14 cup.

[@lynnnelson6689]

Thank you - very helpful.

[@linholly]

Do you have a model number for the 8 cup? I’m seeing more than one option for that size. Thanks 😊

[@RichardMann-t8h]

@@linholly it's model # FP 8. Amazon has the FP 8 SV For less $95. That's the silver color. Mine is black. But shop around. I paid $79 with free shipping a few years ago, when the full price was still $99 (but it was a little before Christmas ).

[@Cathy-xi8cb]

Can't make bread dough in your 8-cup processor. Motor isn't powerful enough. Can't make cakes or cookie dough, etc. Capacity too small. There is a solid reason for the 14 -cup choice.

[@HLR4th]

My Cuisinart was a wedding gift 31 years ago- just used it yesterday! Accessibility was critical- as our kitchens grew/storage space improved it was easier to have the food processor close by. For small tasks we also use the Oscar mini food processor I bought 40 years ago- small but mighty!

[@markbyrum9885]

My husband gave me the DLC-7 SuperPro and ALL of the available accessories for Christmas 1985! The pasta attachment, beaters, all the grating, chopping and slicing discs, and juicers! I still use them today. I replaced the work bowl and blade due to fatigue cracks once, a couple of years ago. There is no substitute.

[@razia6046]

Love the Gear Heads videos! Greetings from Germany.

[@lahaza6515]

You two are EXACTLY who I hoped to find. No one talks about those gaps! I purchased a Ninja food processor awhile back & it was a joke. Hummus and anything that needs to have a creamy, smooth consistency was hardly that. Grainy hummus and huge gap. I'm poor, but I love to cook & there's nothing like what a wonderful food processor can do. I have the 90s large capacity one with the incredible motor, but I stupidly lent it to someone and they broke the cup... I searched on "replacement parts" & on Cusineart themselves to no avail. Either no longer carrying or sold out in every case. There was even a time that I put duct tape on the outside when doing non liquid, but that wasn't optimal. On the hunt for a midsized one & can't afford to make a mistake so thank you!

[@alanna4148]

♥️👏 just in time !!! Got my first food processor last week and still haven’t used it yet , doing some research first ❤❤❤

[@karldelavigne8134]

I would really like to hear about noise levels. I once had a food processor which was impossible to use without wearing protective ear covers, that's how loud it was

[@spikefivefivefive]

I have a similar problem. However I think all are loud due to the energy and load involved.

[@richardgordon3306]

Out standing!!! As always with Lisa gear head❤🎉 thank you!!! And staff

[@hungabunabunga3645]

There’s a new Breville fp with 30 years warranty on the machine. I really hope you guys can test it. It looks strong and powerful and it’s also compact!

[@jakass]

For those curious it's called "the Paradice™ 16" but slight correction on the warranty 30 year warranty for the motor 2 year warranty for the rest of the device

[@hungabunabunga3645]

@@jakass you’re right 🫡

[@Theendofeverything7036]

I love my Breville and it kicks butt when I have a large work load. By the way I DO USE the extra attachments and store them in the cabinet near the Breville.

[@virginiaf.5764]

Cuisinart DLC-7 Super Pro, Made in Japan, 1980s. The best and last forever.

[@DarrinsDaffs]

Y'all are my go to for all things kitchen. I had a feeling that Cuisinart would be the winner. Thanks for confirming!

[@shannonbrice8012]

My stem on the Cuisinart (from the 90's) broke when I was doing mozza. It was a 15 dollar fix ordering the parts from cuisinart. I use my small cuisinart processor EVERY single day in my kitchen and pull the big one out on heavy duty days.

[@tonkabear2369]

I have not used my food processor in years. Seems faster just to chop/mix or whatever I need than have to clean it after.

[@LindaR423]

Extremely helpful video. I've now made my decision on what food processor that I want to buy.

[@s.g.r.2773]

I have the original Cuisinart from 1973 that I picked up from a yard sale. Still says Robocoupe on the bottom and made in France. Thing is a beast. I finally broke a blade through my own negligence and Cuisinart not only had the blade that fit the old model, they replaced it for free.

[@NewfieLawNerd]

My mom has had the same Cuisinart since the 70s. Its been indestructible between 3 kids and many moves. I purchased one of the same era last year

[@rbhat1982]

I got my Cuisinart 14 cup on sale - it’s such a great purchase, I probably would’ve paid full price. Excellent machine. And great video!

[@eagercrafter_9014]

I have put the jar, lib and feed tube in the dishwasher for years...mine has never gotten foggy. But now, I will not be doing that as I will hear your voice. And I bought my 14 cup Cuisinart based on your recommendation almost 10 years now.

[@frugallyretired9960]

I LOVE my 4 cup Cuisinart food processor. Just the 2 of us so most of the time it accomplishes enough for us. I still have my very old Osterizer (?) that comes with a million attachments, blender and mixer. It is my anchor for the bottom of one of my muscle racks in the pantry collecting dust. Highly recommend a Cuisinart food processor.

[@margaretsiple6798]

My Mom gave us osterizer mixer/blender back in the 70s. Best mixer ever!

[@frugallyretired9960]

@@margaretsiple6798 Yep, mine still works and I even have the 2 glass bowls. I just don't need it very often the past few years.

[@margaretsiple6798]

If you ever decide you don’t want the oster, please let me know. I am interested.

[@christajennings3828]

I had that Osterizer. I burnt out the motor.

[@rosemarygregory9458]

So agree with your review. I Love my Cuisinart - have had it since the 1980s - and I use it a lot.

[@elisabeteriksson6192]

I don't have this version of a food processor, but I have the ON FPR 100 from netonnet...I got it so it would be easier to do okonomiyaki and I love it!

[@brianklaus2468]

Can confirm that Christie is awesome and the shrimp burgers are delicious

[@MMuraseofSandvich]

Some of the consumer-oriented Cuisinart food processors are functionally the same as the commercial model, but they use a set of blister buttons rather than the far more robust levers to save costs. Even though the Cuisinart I got from Costco has performed admirably over the 10+ years I've had it, the buttons are starting to wear down, and I really wish they hadn't cut that corner.

[@jakass]

Seems like it lived a longer life than most electronics in spite of the cost saves from Cuisinart

[@janicevann1731]

I've had the Breville Sous Chef I guess 14 or 15 years now. I have loved it so much- it's a real workhorse. I'm thinking about upgrading to the new Paradice (dicing) version because I have arthritis so dicing would help me a lot. @ATK could you review the different Breville food processors? Would love your opinion of differences between them.

[@NancyMajuri]

Love my cuisinart!! Love the idea of putting soapy water through a spin to wash the blade.

[@kathleenleary8296]

I've got a 35-year-old (at least) Cuisinart that I use almost every day. Still going strong.

[@SummitHill79]

I wish the KitchenAid made by Hobart was still available. After 38 years and 13 years after the factory warranty expired, the bowl cracked. Motor still going strong.

[@jw77019]

Those were actually made by robo coup and they were the best ever made.

[@geniseheard6757]

Love the video and the others that ATK completes. However, I do have a question. all the videos on Food Processors have spoken about the very small and the very large processors. Are there any videos/test of the middle size processors??

[@carolez8582]

The Breville adjustable slicing blade alone makes that food processor worth the extra money. I use it all the time for so many things.

[@one-eyepadidally8449]

I can’t believe they are recommending the Cuisine Art over the Breville. What a joke!

[@AddictOfLearning]

I wish they did a review of the Vitamix food processor accessory

[@AddictOfLearning]

@@sandrah7512 thanks for letting me know, I will have to find that now.

[@landonkirby7309]

Pretty sure I've found my Christmas gift! What do you ladies recommend for dicing though?

[@StuffTested]

I want a nice 8 cup one. I have like a 4 cup and it's way too small and there's no slicing or shredding. 14 cups is way too big for a counter top or even a cabinet. I just don't get why the mid range sizes cost so much.

[@maryannd3651]

Love both of my Cuisinart food processors

[@strll3048]

I am a huge fan of ATK, but a few years ago, when you stated that the Cuisinart was the best food processor, I ordered it, and was completely disappointed... I had so much confidence in your testing abilities. However: It pales in comparison with another well known brand, which I am not mentioning, in case I am misunderstood, as a promoter of it. A food processor is my right hand in the kitchen, and has been for more than 30 years, but the one you suggested last time, was so inferior to my previous one that I had to return it and swiftly repurchase a newer model of the one I was trying to replace, and never regretted it, even though it costs a lot more..

[@jakass]

Claims it's bad but won't say the better option... Seems legit

[@spikefivefivefive]

@@jakass - I can make the exact same claim.

[@CreamyJalapeno]

@@jakassThe product is the Breville Sous Chef. I had the same experience as this poster with the Cuisinart vs the Breville.

[@kasinyvr9781]

Completely agree - the Breville is a better FP. I have both and the Breville is better in every way. I got my first Cuisinart in 1977 so it pains me to say it’s not a great product anymore. The only downside to the Breville is that the bowl can’t go in the dishwasher but it’s so much better than the Cuisinart that I put up with inconvenience.

[@louisrios5546]

On their review page, the Breville is still one of their two top picks. They call it the best "fully loaded" food processor, i.e. more attachments and such. But it's worth noting that it's also $125-$200 more expensive than the Cuisinart.

[@jancorwinenger8083]

For years, I used the 1-cup Oskar from the 1980s (anyone remember that?) for making pesto and doing other prep chores in batches. Then a friend gave me her 20-cup Cuisinart 😮 so now I have the best of both worlds.

[@CreamyJalapeno]

Once again you didn’t give enough credit to the Breville Sous Chef. It’s a far superior product. I figured this out on my own by observing what one of my fave KZbin chefs was using on the regular.

[@louisrios5546]

Althought they don't feature the Breville much in this video, it's still one of their two "Top Picks" on their review page. They call it the best "fully loaded food processor".

[@kimlindseyOH]

Thanks to this video, I'll prolly use my food processor more than I have in the past. One thing that I find confusing is how to get the food out of the processor - it seems like different things with different consistencies need different methods. I always think I'm making a mess, or wasting food, or am overly cautious about the sharp blade at the bottom. Wish you had shown more examples of this - maybe compile some clips from existing ATK ep's where it's being done & give us a "demo reel"? Just an idea for us klutzes.😂

[@JoeStuffzAlt]

I got a KitchenAid. It did a decent job, but the ATK finding where the food got stuck on the lid happened often. I did get it on sale though

[@mdleweight]

Own three cuisinarts. The oldest is 46 years old and going strong. Had to replace a cracked bowl when 40 years old.

[@rubiconoutdoors3492]

I bought it. I love it. I am surprised how absolutely it is. I was expecting noise like a blender.

[@Natalia-ev4bp]

I don't know... I love my Magimix and especially like the versatility of the extra accessories. You can do so much with it it's really my best investment.

[@kassandra5741]

I just ordered the 11 cup pro custom cuisinart food processor! Was it a good choice??

[@johnhpalmer6098]

I have both the 3 cup cuisinart, and the 11 cup model, though I do wish it used real stainless steel cladding for the body, rather than the argent paint used, oh well. This is my second 11 cup model. I had one of the original DLC-8F models that was made around 1981, but the lid broke while using it, the lip at the front of the lid broke off, causing it to flap about and they no longer made the bowls, nor lids etc for those, so had to replace as the replacement bowls do not fit the older models as the base of the bowl is slightly different. That processor got rebuilt in 2021 when the shaft cracked, and I discovered why, the blade would not stay sitting all the way down during use, breaking the outer plastic portion of the shaft, so had it rebuilt by cuisinart under warranty, got new bowl/lid combo too as the old one deformed. I do run mine through the dishwasher, but do not use the heated dry as the heating element surrounds the spray arm, which caused the warping. Had to replace the little guy 2 years ago when my original white one broke the safety tab on the lid when I dropped it on the floor one day and no replacements were available. So bought on in bright red of the same model. I use it for small tasks like processing almonds on occasion. The bigger one is used to grind meat, make pizza dough, stuff like that, grate cheese. Used to buy a half pound of Parm cheese and grate that, storing in an airtight container for later use. Have not done that for a while as I don't have a convenient source for wedges of parm cheese, outside of the little wedges from the grocery store. Generally speaking the blade goes on the top rack of the dishwasher and so far, so good.

[@sailingkumatoo]

With limited storage space and options, I'm looking at the 3cup cuisinart and 4cup Starfrit. I really like the oscillating feature the Starfrit has, but your rave reviews on cuisinart has me leaning towards that. Do you have any references for the smaller options?

[@BatPotatoes]

I heard mention of "adjustable feed tube" for this 14 cup Cuisinart though I've only ever gotten mine to run while the super narrow tube was attached. I was bummed that you couldn't use it with that insert removed. Granted you can't trust the lowest common denominator to have common sense. Now I'm wondering if there's an optional insert

[@pattersonah1]

I destroyed my Cuisinart storing all the pieces inside. I plugged it in before taking everything out and the button was pushed accidentally. Blended all the attachments, broke the blade and the bowl and the attachment for the discs. Only about 3 weeks after I got it. Had to wait almost a year for replacement parts.

[@johnwilde164]

Cleanup: Why a Pastry Cutter is better than a Food Processor for making pie dough and biscuits. When done, just toss the Pastry Cutter and the metal bowl used into the dish washer. I have a very old Cuisinart food processor, but I don't use it for the above tasks. The weak link is that the bowls eventually crack.

[@barcham]

Their favourite has one problem that Cuisinart has never corrected... it lacks an adjustable slicing blade. I have a different Cuisinart model that I purchased solely because of the adjustable slicing blade. That is an absolute must feature for me, and their fave is lacking it.

[@herrprepper2070]

The absolute BEST food processor is the 600 watt, 12 cup BRAUN FP3020. Made in Europe. Crushes all competition. 200 bucks. A German Engineered powerhouse. Built like America used to build stuff.

[@AlexandraMaas-t8e]

I have had my Braun for 35 years and hope it never dies it is the best.

[@rv8044]

I used to live in UAE and loved my Brauns food processor as soon as I moved to USA the first thing I did was to buy Brauns food processor. However, I was shocked to see the absolutely flimsy quality of knobs and jars and the weird sound it makes . Returned it and it has been 10 days ,I still have not got my refund.

[@dangerdaaku]

Quality has gone down after DeLonghi bought Braun kitchen appliance business.

[@one-eyepadidally8449]

No way does it beat the Breville 16 cup peel and dice food processor!

[@Earthy-Artist]

I would like to upsize and buy a 14 cup Cuisinart and add it to my collection but they have become ridiculously expensive. I still have my 11 cup Cuisinart it's still going strong after many years but I had to replace it's container which broke after a ton of use. I have the tiniest Cuisinart food processor as well, and have also gifted them.

[@dinein1970]

I have a French made Kitchen Aid for the last 12yrs and it's a CHAMP!

[@pricemccarty7842]

Can the s blade be sharpened? If not, how frequently should it be replaced? Thank you.

[@jamesbyrd3740]

Cleaning the food processor seems like it's more work than it's worth?

[@katyabbas7714]

You should really have put the Breville Sous Chef 16 Pro . I have one and it beats all the ones you tested by a mile!! I gave my daughter my Cuisinart 14 Pro. Good machine but the Breville hits it out of the ball park😂

[@FishareFriendsNotFood972]

I have found even Cuisinart food processors to be surprisingly hard to clean though....I ended up using my dental water pick to get food out of crevasses

[@spikefivefivefive]

Juicers are the worst though.

[@KenS1267]

For a two person household that rarely entertains I've had a 4 cup food processor for years. I do not need something that slices or shreds. I can do that with a knife or on a grater.

[@ABlueDahlia]

They have an 11 cup as well from Cuisinart and I wondered if that performed the same as the 14 cup one.

[@tingotingoting]

The manufacturer says you can put all parts in the dishwasher (other than the motor of course)?

[@alvinee3882]

In a previous food processor video, you mentioned that the newer version of the Cuisinart processor’s S-blade now sits higher than older models. Is this still true?

[@craigblum5385]

After owning a cuisinart and being very disappointed with it. It died in less than 10 years, I got my Breville, and I am so happy with it. It's attachments are great

[@srb1703]

Hello. Always great videos. Do you know if the equivalent to the cuisinart brand is the magimix brand in France. Can't get the cuisinart in France

[@jennteal5265]

The "pretty" Cuisinart is trash. I purchased the boxy Cuisinart 6 years ago and I use that thing several times a week. It is a work horse. The only complaint I have is the lidded parts can crack with repeated use. I've replaced those top parts twice in 6 years. That said, it's SOLID. I 100% agree that it's the favorite and with good reason. Edit: Want riced cauliflower? Use the cheese grater!

[@davegravel3740]

Grinding meat is fine. But can any of these puree meat without burning up? I want one that I an use for making hotdogs and other emulsified sausages. Or should Ij ust wait till i have the money for a commercial grade processor?

[@warskall]

I’ve been looking to get a food processor, but I’m currently in the market more for a blender and I was wondering if I got the Vitamix blender and then just got the food processor attachment? Also, I was wondering if the Vitamix blender base is a good motor for a food processor compared to other ones?

[@ricoltmetric8156]

I still have my food processor from Cuisinart I purchased in the 70s when they first came out..... Andy Warhol said throw away all your knives LOL in Interview magazine.