If you regularly prepare several portions of vegetables, dough or sauce, start by considering how much you need to process and which functions you’ll actually use. A well-equipped, large-bowl model can save you from working in batches, while a compact one is better if storage space is your priority and you mainly grate or slice vegetables. If your existing appliances already do the job, keeping them could save you from buying a food processor and accessories that duplicate what you have. In every case, distinguish the bowl’s total volume from its usable capacity, and check exactly what’s included in the box.
If you often grate, slice, chop or knead large quantities, check the usable capacity and the accessories needed for each task. For vegetables, direct-to-bowl processing can also be useful, though it doesn’t increase the bowl’s capacity for sauces or dough.
If you need to put your food processor away after each use, measure the space in your cupboard or drawer, including room for the accessories. UFC-Que Choisir recommends considering the appliance’s footprint and storage, but make sure a smaller bowl will still suit the quantities you usually prepare.
If you expect to use it often, check which parts and accessories are available for the exact model, along with the terms of any warranties advertised. A repairability commitment doesn’t mean every part will be available straight away.
Consider this if: space is limited and you mainly need to process large batches of grated or sliced vegetables. The Kenwood MultiPro Go FDP23.140GY is one example, with an Express Serve attachment that sends the prepared food straight out of the machine.
Bear in mind: its 1,3 L bowl doesn’t become a large mixing bowl just because it has a direct outlet.
Consider this if: you switch between different tasks and will genuinely use the discs, dough tool or blender. Kenwood lists a 3,5 L bowl, a mini bowl and a storage box for the MultiPro Sense FPM810.
Bear in mind: extra parts take up space and need cleaning. Check the limits for each type of preparation.
Stick with what you have if: your blender, mini chopper or stand mixer already covers the tasks you have in mind. UFC-Que Choisir recommends taking stock of your existing appliances before choosing a food processor.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to get out and use several appliances when carrying out tasks one after another.
| Criteria | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Suitable capacity | Compare the total and usable capacities, then check the stated limit for dough or liquids. For vegetables, see whether the food can be processed straight into a separate container. | If I’m preparing several portions of vegetables, dough or sauce at once, I want to avoid having to run the food processor several times; around 36% of consumers prioritise the quantity it can process. |
| Accessories included | Check what’s in the box for the model being sold. Distinguish included accessories from optional extras and functions your existing appliances already cover. | I regularly use a grater, slicer or blender and want to bring these tasks together without paying for functions I won’t use; around 29% of consumers prioritise the accessories actually included. |
| Storage and cleaning | Measure the space needed for the appliance and its accessories, and check the instructions to see which parts are dishwasher-safe. | When I need to put the food processor away after every use, I don’t want it taking up valuable worktop space; storage is the priority for around 21% of consumers. |
| Parts and repairs | Look up the exact model in the spare parts catalogue, and read the warranty terms and repairability commitment separately. | If I’m buying an appliance to use regularly for several years, I want to be able to look for a replacement bowl or disc; around 14% of consumers prioritise this kind of maintenance support. |
A large bowl capacity on its own doesn’t tell you how much dough or sauce you can process. Magimix lists a total capacity of 3,6 L but a usable capacity of 1,8 L for the CS 5200XL Premium.
Before choosing a model, compare its usable capacity and the limits stated for the recipes you usually make.
Two similar configurations can come with different accessories. UFC-Que Choisir notes that its tests of additional accessories cover those supplied with the model; Magimix also offers extra accessory packs, depending on the configuration.
Check the detailed list of items included with the model you’ve chosen, especially if you need particular functions.
You may need to buy a separate accessory later to get the function you want.
An appliance with lots of accessories won’t necessarily save space if its parts are left scattered around. Some models have storage inside the bowl or come with a dedicated storage box, but this depends on the model.
Measure the space available for the appliance and the accessories you’ll actually use.
In France, the statutory conformity guarantee that applies to purchases from a business is separate from the manufacturer’s commercial warranties. A repairability commitment is something else again: it doesn’t, on its own, guarantee that every part will be immediately available.
Keep a note of your appliance’s model number and check the terms of each warranty separately, as well as which parts are available for that model.
These examples can help you compare specific configurations. The capacities, accessories and commitments advertised don’t automatically apply to every model from a brand.
The CS 5200XL Premium combines several food preparation functions with a parts support scheme advertised for this model.
The MultiPro models mentioned here suit different needs: the FPM810 has a 3,5 L bowl and storage box, while the 1,3 L MultiPro Go FDP23.140GY stores its accessories inside the bowl.
The Double Force Compact FP546811 is another configuration worth considering for a range of food preparation tasks.
The MultiTalent 8 MC812W501 is worth considering if storing accessories inside the bowl is important to you.
This food processor brings together chopping and blending functions, making it worth considering if you’d like to prepare different parts of a meal with one appliance. If you’re working with large quantities, compare the bowl’s usable capacity with the portions you usually make.
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Grate or slice vegetables and bring several food preparation tasks together in one appliance, provided the bowl is large enough for the quantities you need.
The product name lists blending and chopping functions, as well as grating discs. Check which accessories are included, the usable capacity, the dimensions and the cleaning instructions for each part.
Choose according to the quantities you usually prepare and the usable capacity for each task, rather than the total volume alone. As examples of capacities listed by manufacturers, Kenwood gives the FPM810 bowl a capacity of 3,5 L, while Magimix distinguishes between a total volume of 3,6 L and a usable capacity of 1,8 L for the CS 5200XL Premium.
No, it depends on the model and its configuration. Check the list of accessories included in the box rather than relying on the functions advertised across an entire product range.
No. Check the parts catalogue using the appliance’s exact model number and the part you need. Magimix states that parts will be available for 30 years for the CS 5200XL Premium, while Moulinex has a 15-year repairability commitment for its food processor range. These claims don’t confirm that every part will be immediately available.
The statutory guarantee of conformity applies to goods bought from a business seller in France. The Directorate-General for Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control states that it lasts for two years for both new and second-hand goods. A commercial warranty offered by the manufacturer is separate and doesn’t replace this statutory right.
In France, take your old appliance to a collection point for electrical and electronic equipment rather than putting it in your general waste. The Ministry for the Ecological Transition outlines the collection scheme for household appliances. Find out about take-back or drop-off options available near you.