If your multicooker already takes care of cooking, consider adding a food processor if you regularly grate, slice or chop ingredients and the accessories you need are included with your chosen model. For just one task, a blender or chopper may be enough; if you’re happy to prepare ingredients by hand, sticking with your current equipment means one less appliance to store and clean. Check what’s included in the box, the bowl capacity and the storage space you have before making your choice.
If grating, slicing and chopping take up time before you cook with your multicooker, a food processor may be worth considering. Check that it comes with the discs and blades you need for the tasks you regularly do.
A second appliance needs to fit somewhere, along with its accessories. Some Bosch and Kenwood models have storage space for accessories inside the bowl, but measure the space you have for the specific model you’re considering.
If you mainly want to blend a sauce or occasionally chop small quantities, compare a dedicated appliance with what you can already do. The ministry responsible for ecological transition also recommends considering how often you expect to use an electrical appliance before buying one.
Your choice depends first on which preparation tasks your multicooker doesn’t cover, then on how often you do them and how much space you have.
Consider it: if grating, slicing and chopping are regular parts of your food preparation.
Bear in mind: you’ll have another appliance and several extra accessories to store and clean.
Consider it: if you mainly blend ingredients or chop small quantities.
Bear in mind: this more specialised option may not cover grating, slicing or kneading.
Consider it: if you rarely do these tasks or your current equipment already covers them.
Bear in mind: you’ll still need to do any preparation by hand.
| Criteria | What to check | Who it’s for |
|---|---|---|
| Tasks you do regularly | Check the list of included accessories for grating and slicing discs, a blade and, if you need one, a dough tool. | When I often prepare vegetables before cooking them, I want to spend less time chopping without buying a second appliance for cooking. Around 36% of consumers would prioritise these recurring preparation tasks. |
| Storage | Measure the space available for the appliance and find out where the discs, blades and cord can be stored. | If my kitchen is already taken up with a multicooker, I want to be able to put the new appliance and all its parts away after use. Nearly 29% of consumers would make storage their main concern. |
| Bowl capacity | Compare the bowl capacity, whether it comes with a small bowl or mini chopper, and the dough limit if you plan to knead. | From a small portion of herbs to a recipe for several people, I need bowls that suit the quantities I usually prepare. Around 21% of consumers would prioritise capacity. |
| Limited needs | Work out whether you really need to grate or slice, or whether blending, chopping or your current equipment is enough. | If I only do one task now and then, I’d rather avoid a full-size food processor that would rarely get used. Around 14% of consumers would prioritise this specific need. |
A function may depend on a specific accessory. UFC-Que Choisir only assesses some additional functions when the relevant accessory is supplied with the appliance.
For every task you plan to do, look for the named accessory in the contents listed for the exact model.
The stated power rating doesn’t tell you how much dough the appliance can handle, how easy it is to use or how noisy it is. UFC-Que Choisir’s testing protocol also looks at factors such as usability, construction and noise levels.
Compare the stated capacities and limits with the food you plan to prepare, then look for tests covering the criteria that matter to you.
A compact appliance may come with several discs and blades to store. Don’t assume that every model in a range has storage space inside the bowl, even if this is advertised for some models.
Check the dimensions of the model you’ve chosen and make room for all the parts you’ll use.
If you only chop or blend now and then, the other functions may go unused. The ministry responsible for ecological transition recommends thinking about how often you’ll use an electrical appliance and suggests borrowing or hiring one if you only need it occasionally.
Make a note of the tasks you actually do regularly, then compare a dedicated appliance, using your current equipment and not buying anything.
Even an appliance you rarely use takes up space and needs cleaning after use.
The MultiTalent range includes food processors, with specifications varying by model.
The MultiPro range includes compact models designed for a variety of food preparation tasks.
Double Force food processors come with different combinations of bowls and accessories, depending on the model.
Some Magimix models come with several bowls to suit different quantities.
These models offer two ways to prepare ingredients before cooking: food processors for a range of tasks and choppers for more specific needs. Choose based on the tasks your multicooker and current accessories don’t cover.
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Worth considering if you’re looking for a food preparation appliance to complement your multicooker. The product title lists a 1.5 L capacity and 600 W power rating; check which accessories are included for your usual tasks, as well as how much storage space they’ll need.
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Worth a look if you’d like one appliance to handle several food preparation tasks. The product title lists 750 W and mentions slicing and grating; check which discs and other accessories are actually included with this model.
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A focused option if you mainly want to chop ingredients rather than use a food processor for multiple tasks. If grating or slicing is part of your regular routine, check that another appliance can handle it.
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Worth considering if chopping is your main need and you’d like to choose between two bowl sizes. The product title lists 2 L and 0.6 L bowls and a 300 W power rating; check separately whether you also need to grate, slice or knead.
Not if you use it regularly for preparation tasks your current equipment can’t handle, such as grating or slicing. If your existing accessories are enough or you rarely do these tasks, consider not adding another appliance.
Check the list of parts included with the exact model, rather than relying on the number of functions advertised for a range. For every task that matters to you, look for the relevant disc, blade or bowl in the list.
Compare the capacity of the main bowl and check whether there’s a small bowl or mini chopper if you often process small amounts of ingredients. As examples specific to these models, Bosch lists a 2.3 L bowl for the MCM3201B, while Moulinex lists a 3 L bowl and a mini chopper for the FP546811.