If you often grate, slice or chop several ingredients, a food processor without a cooking function can bring these tasks together, as long as its attachments and working capacity suit your recipes. A compact model is a better fit for smaller portions or limited space, while separate appliances can still make sense if you already own ones that meet your needs. In every case, compare the usable capacity and storage requirements, not just the bowl’s stated volume.
If you chop, grate or slice several ingredients for your household or for multiple meals, compare the working capacity and the discs supplied. UFC-Que Choisir’s buying guide and the specifications published by Bosch highlight the importance of matching the bowl and attachments to the food you prepare.
If you’d rather not leave a bulky appliance and its attachments on the worktop, look at how the processor and its attachments can be stored, and how it handles ingredients. UFC-Que Choisir’s buying guide and Kenwood’s information about the MultiPro Go cover these size and storage considerations.
If cleaning frequency affects your choice, check the care instructions for each attachment and the availability of parts for the exact model. UFC-Que Choisir’s testing protocol assesses how parts wear after repeated washing; compatibility can vary from one component to another.
Choose this if: you often prepare several ingredients and want to combine chopping, grating, slicing and, potentially, kneading.
Bear in mind: bowls and discs take up storage space and need cleaning. Their capacity varies between models and types of preparation.
Choose this if: storage matters most or you mainly prepare small portions. Kenwood lists a 1.3 L bowl and a 0.75 L liquid working capacity for the MultiPro Go FDP23.140GY.
Bear in mind: a smaller capacity may mean processing ingredients in several batches; the bowl and attachments don’t necessarily offer a large blending or kneading capacity.
Choose this if: you already own appliances for your main tasks and rarely grate or slice large quantities.
Bear in mind: tasks remain spread across several appliances, and this set-up won’t necessarily include a processor’s grating and slicing discs.
| Criterion | What to check | Who it matters most to |
|---|---|---|
| Quantity per batch | Compare the stated capacity with the limit for your recipe; also check whether you can chop ingredients directly into a serving dish. | If you prepare several meals at once, the amount the processor can actually handle matters more than the bowl’s total volume. Around 29% of consumers put batch preparation first. |
| Size and storage | Measure the space needed to store the processor, bowls, discs and any storage box. | If your worktop or cupboards are already full, it’s worth assessing how much space all the components will need. Around 24% of consumers prioritise available space. |
| Tasks and attachments | For each task you do often, check which attachment comes with the exact model: blade, disc, dough tool, whisk or blending jug. | If you want one appliance to handle several tasks, having the right tools for your recipes is essential. Around 18% of consumers prioritise the tasks and attachments on offer. |
| Cleaning | Check the washing instructions for every part and the availability of replacement parts for the model in question. | If you use your processor often, you may prefer a set-up that’s easy to fit into your cleaning routine. Around 17% of consumers make ease of cleaning their priority. |
| Noise and usage life | Look for reviews of the exact model covering noise, stability and the durability of its attachments; distinguish between a retailer’s guarantee and your statutory rights. | If the processor is used often in your kitchen, noise and the durability of its parts could influence your decision. Around 12% of consumers prioritise quiet operation or usage life. |
Preparation limits can differ from the bowl’s total volume. Bosch lists a 2.3 L bowl and a 0.8 kg dough limit for the MCM3401M; Kenwood gives the FDP23.140GY a liquid working capacity of 0.75 L.
Compare the limit for the recipes you make, not just the number of litres shown.
If your ingredients exceed the limit for one batch, you may need to repeat the process several times.
The number of functions doesn’t guarantee that the box includes the disc, blender or dough tool you need. Attachments vary between product codes, even within the same range.
Make a list of the tasks you do regularly and check which attachments come with the exact model.
Extra attachments can also take up storage space, on top of the space needed for the processor itself.
Care instructions can differ from one part to another. Kenwood, for example, says the blender jug supplied with the FDM301SS isn’t dishwasher-safe, unlike some of the other attachments for this model.
Check the washing instructions for every bowl and attachment, and look up spare parts by product code.
Some components may need to be washed by hand; replacement parts depend on availability for the model in question.
The CS3200XL Chrome Mat may appeal if you’d like bowls in several sizes and discs stored in a box.
The Double Force FP827E10 brings together several attachments for anyone who wants one processor to handle a range of tasks.
The range featured here includes a compact model designed with storage in mind, as well as one with a separate bowl and blender.
The MultiTalent 3 MCM3401M is worth comparing if you’re looking for a processor with discs and storage for some attachments inside the bowl.
These models cover food-preparation appliances without a cooking function, from multi-function processors to compact options. Stated bowl volumes range from 700 ml to 2.5 L, but volume alone doesn’t tell you how much each model can handle for a particular preparation.
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Combines several preparation tasks, including chopping, grating, slicing and kneading.
1.5 L bowl; 1.5 L glass blender jug; 600 W. The motor unit must not be immersed; only the attachments are stated to be dishwasher-safe.
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Combines tasks such as chopping, slicing, grating, blending and kneading.
2.5 L bowl and 1.5 L blender jug; 1,300 W; 3 speeds and pulse function.
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Brings together chopping, slicing, grating, mincing and blending.
1.8 L bowl; 750 W; the product description also mentions a blender and a meat mincer.
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For chopping or puréeing small quantities, rather than preparing several ingredients in large batches.
700 ml bowl; reversible blade and whisking disc. This model isn’t designed for hot food or liquids.
No. Check the stated limit for the preparation in question. Bosch distinguishes between the MCM3401M’s 2.3 L bowl and its stated maximum of 0.8 kg of dough; this limit doesn’t apply to other models.
Check the washing instructions for each part and make sure you have somewhere to leave the components to dry. Kenwood says the blender jug supplied with the FDM301SS isn’t dishwasher-safe, unlike some of the other attachments for this model.
In France, if a professional sells goods to an individual, you can contact the seller under the statutory guarantee of conformity. The Ministry of the Economy and Finance states that you have two years to request that it be applied; a commercial motor guarantee doesn’t replace this right.
Not simply because it’s a food processor: the official list of categories subject to mandatory display doesn’t include food processors. The Ministry of the Economy and Finance published this list on 18 August 2026; you can still check whether parts are available for the model you choose.
The DGCCRF explains that the CE marking shows the manufacturer’s commitment to meet the applicable European requirements; it isn’t an independent certification. Whether it’s required depends on the legislation covering the product, and the marking doesn’t demonstrate how well the model performs in the kitchen.