People who cook often in a small kitchen
You regularly prepare vegetables, sauces or dough, but don’t need a built-in cooking function. The space taken up by the base, bowl and attachments matters just as much as the tasks it can handle.
Who is this option for?
Households looking to combine food preparation tasks
You grate, slice, chop, blend or knead often enough to use several bowls or attachments, rather than leaving them in storage.
People who already own specialist appliances
You have a blender, chopper or mixer. Before making space for another appliance, consider which tasks a food processor would genuinely take over.
What should you compare?
Que Choisir recommends starting with your needs and the appliances you already own. Then compare the attachments you’ll use, the space available and how much cleaning each option involves.
Compact food processor
Worth considering: if you regularly make several basic preparations but are short on space.
Bear in mind: a compact design doesn’t mean you can skip checking whether the attachments supplied will handle your tasks.
Food processor with more attachments
Worth considering: if you’ll regularly use several bowls, discs or food-preparation tools.
Bear in mind: every attachment you use adds to the storage and cleaning involved.
Separate appliances
Worth keeping: if one or two appliances you already own meet your everyday needs.
Limitation: they won’t combine several regularly repeated food-preparation tasks around one base.
| What to consider | What to check | Your needs |
|---|---|---|
| Useful attachments | Match each regular task to the disc, blade, bowl or dough tool it requires. Check which items are included with the model you’ve chosen. | I grate or slice often, so these attachments would be more useful to me than a long list of features I’d rarely use. |
| Space and capacity | Compare the dimensions of the base, available height, bowl capacity and attachment storage with the quantities you usually prepare. | The food processor should be easy to take out or leave on my worktop without taking up all my storage space. |
| Cleaning | Check the instructions to see which parts are dishwasher-safe and how to clean the blades and discs. | If I often prepare small portions, the number of parts to wash could influence my choice. |
| Noise and parts | If noise is a deciding factor, look for sound tests carried out in comparable conditions. Check that parts are available for the exact model. | I want to consider how noisy it is in use and whether it can be repaired, rather than focusing only on the number of advertised functions. |
What should you look out for?
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Choosing based on the number of functions
Attachments you rarely use take up space and add parts to clean without replacing the appliances you already own.
Make a list of the tasks you do regularly, then check that the essential attachments are actually included.
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Measuring only the width of the base
Height, depth, the bowl and the attachments also determine how easy the food processor will be to set up and store.
Measure the whole space, including beneath wall cupboards, and allow room for the discs and blades.
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Assuming all parts can be washed in the same way
Care instructions vary from part to part, and blades and graters need to be handled carefully.
Follow the instructions for each part of the model you’ve chosen, and unplug the appliance before cleaning it.
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Confusing a repairability commitment with a warranty
A stated period of spare-parts availability and a motor warranty may cover different components and come with different conditions.
Before buying, check the commitments that apply to the exact model, any warranty exclusions and the repair arrangements.
A few brands to consider
Bosch
The MultiTalent 3 MCM3100W is worth considering if the space available is a key factor when choosing a food processor without a cooking function.
- Bosch France lists a 2.3 L bowl and dimensions of 375 × 220 × 260 mm for this model.
- These measurements don’t replace checking how much room you’ll need to use and store the attachments.
Moulinex
The Double Force FP821811 is designed for regular use of several food-preparation attachments, provided you have room to store them.
- Moulinex France lists a 3 L bowl and a 15-year repairability commitment for this model.
- Check which attachments are included and the conditions of the manufacturer’s commitment for the product being sold.
Magimix
The CS3200XL Noir is worth comparing if you’re looking for several food-preparation tools and value ongoing parts availability.
- Magimix France lists a 30-year motor warranty and spare-parts availability for 30 years.
- Check the conditions of these commitments for the exact model, as well as the space needed for the appliance and its attachments.
Food preparation options on Joybuy
These options include two food processors designed to combine several preparation tasks, and a mini chopper for more specific jobs. Compare the attachments included with the tasks you already do using your existing appliances.
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Livoo DOP250N, 1.5 L food processor, 600 W, black
Worth comparing if you want to combine several food-preparation tasks. Check that the attachments supplied suit the jobs you do regularly. The title lists a 1.5 L capacity and 600 W power; also check the dimensions and how much storage space it will need.
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ochama, 750 W, 1.8 L food processor
Worth considering if chopping, slicing and grating feature regularly in your food preparation. The title lists 750 W, a 1.8 L capacity and grating discs. Check which attachments are included, the space it takes up and the cleaning instructions for the model being sold.
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KENWOOD Easy Chop+ CHP62.400SI, mini chopper and blender, silver
This mini chopper is suited to specific chopping tasks rather than choosing a food processor for grating, slicing and kneading. If the blender function mentioned in the title matters to you, check how it works before choosing this model.
Frequently asked questions
How do you clean a food processor without damaging its attachments?
Unplug the appliance and follow the instructions for each bowl and attachment. Que Choisir reminds users not to immerse the motor unit in water. Handle blades and graters with care, and check which parts of your model are dishwasher-safe.
Is the CE marking an independent certification?
No. The DGCCRF explains that the CE marking indicates the manufacturer’s commitment to meeting the applicable European requirements, but it is not a certification mark. Also read the safety information and instructions for the appliance you choose.