A variety of everyday food prep
You often chop, grate or slice, then use another appliance to cook. A food processor is worth considering if its accessories cover the tasks you regularly do.
Which option is right for you?
Limited space or one regular task
You already have a blender or chopper, or rarely use other functions. Compare the space this equipment takes up with the space needed for a food processor’s bowl, discs and blades.
Homemade bread and baking
You mainly work with dough and baking mixtures. Compare the kneading accessories on the models you’re considering before choosing between a food processor and a stand mixer.
What sets the appliances apart?
If you already have cooking covered, or aren’t interested in it, start with the food you usually prepare. The functions listed for a product range don’t tell you exactly what comes with a specific model.
| What to consider | What to check before you buy | Who it suits |
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| A variety of food prep | Check which blades and discs are included, then look at the functions listed for the exact model. | If I often chop, grate and slice before cooking elsewhere, I want to bring these tasks together in one appliance. Around 36% of consumers would put this kind of versatility without cooking functions first. |
| Dough and baking | Check which kneading accessory is included and whether the bowl is large enough for the quantities you make. | When I mainly make bread or cakes, working with dough matters more to me than chopping vegetables. This would be the priority for around 27% of consumers. |
| Space and occasional use | Measure the space needed for the appliance and for storing its accessories. | With limited space and only the occasional task to do, I’d rather avoid a bowl and discs I’d rarely use. For around 27% of consumers, equipment suited to the way they use it would come before versatility. |
| Cleaning and spare parts | Check the cleaning instructions for each part and search for spare parts using the model number. | If cleaning and the possibility of replacing a bowl or blade guide my choice, I want to be able to check these details before buying. Around 10% of consumers would make this their main criterion. |
Points to bear in mind
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Choosing a cooking food processor when you don’t need cooking functions
According to Que Choisir, cooking is what sets a cooking food processor apart from other food processors. If a slow cooker or multi-cooker already does the job, this extra function may not help with the tasks you do most often.
Make a list of the tasks you do each week. Only consider a cooking food processor if you really want to cook in your new appliance.
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Assuming listed functions mean accessories are included
Grating, slicing or kneading may depend on having a specific disc or accessory. The name of a product range doesn’t confirm what’s in the box for a particular model.
Compare the list of included accessories with the recipes you make, then check the model numbers of any extras you may need.
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Assuming every part is dishwasher-safe
Instructions vary by model and component. Moulinex, for example, says the bowl and accessories for the Easy Force FP244110 are dishwasher-safe. This doesn’t apply to its entire range.
Check the instructions for the bowl, lid, blades and discs on the model you’re considering. Never put the motor base in the dishwasher.
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Assuming a repairability commitment means a part is available
A brand’s stated commitment doesn’t confirm on its own that the bowl, seal or disc you need will fit your appliance.
Make a note of the exact model number and look for compatible parts from the manufacturer or seller before you decide.
Brands to consider for your needs
Magimix
Food processors worth considering if access to spare parts and warranty terms are important to you.
- Magimix says its food processors come with a 3-year warranty covering parts, accessories and labour, as well as 30 years’ availability of spare parts.
- The brand also offers a 30-year motor warranty, subject to conditions. Check these conditions, along with the capacity and accessories of the model you’re considering.
Moulinex
Food processors with spare parts and accessories you can search for by model number.
- Moulinex offers a catalogue of parts and accessories for its food processors.
- Functions and cleaning instructions vary by model. The dishwasher-safe claim for the Easy Force FP244110 doesn’t automatically apply to other models.
Bosch
A brand to consider if you want to identify compatible parts before choosing an appliance.
- Bosch Home Appliances provides a tool to search for parts by appliance.
- Check compatibility using the E-Nr. or exact model number. The search tool doesn’t guarantee that every part is available.
Kenwood
Food processor and stand mixer ranges to compare, depending on whether chopping or working with dough is more important to you.
- Kenwood France lists accessories that can add tasks such as chopping or grating to certain stand mixers.
- Before relying on an additional function, check that the accessory is compatible, included in the box and easy to store.
Appliances for food prep without cooking
These Joybuy products cover three food preparation needs: bringing several tasks together with a food processor, mainly working with dough using a kitchen machine, or choosing a chopper for specific jobs. Compare their listed features with the accessories and quantities you need.
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Livoo DOP250N food processor, 1.5 L, 600 W
Worth considering if you want to bring several food preparation tasks together without adding a cooking function. The product name gives a capacity of 1.5 L and a power rating of 600 W. Check which accessories are included, the bowl’s usable capacity and how much space you’ll need before choosing this model.
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ochama food processor, 1.8 L, 750 W
Worth considering if your food preparation includes tasks such as chopping, slicing and grating. The product name mentions a blender, a chopper and slicing and grating discs. Check exactly which parts are included and the cleaning instructions for each one.
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Robby kitchen machine, 5 L, 1000 W, with 1.5 L blender and meat mincer
Compare it with stand mixers if working with dough is your priority. The product name lists a 5 L bowl, a 1.5 L glass blender and a meat mincer. Check which kneading accessories are included. If you also want to grate or slice, check separately whether the relevant attachments are available.
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Bear QSJ-D03Q1 chopper, 2 L and 0.6 L bowls, 300 W
Worth considering if chopping is your main need and you’d like a choice of two bowl sizes. The product name lists two glass bowls, with capacities of 2 L and 0.6 L. If you also need to grate, slice or knead, check that it can do these jobs before relying on it as your only food preparation appliance.
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KENWOOD Easy Chop+ CHP62.400SI mini chopper and blender
Worth considering if you’re mainly looking for a dedicated chopper rather than a food processor. Check how much it can prepare at a time and the cleaning instructions. If you need to grate, slice or knead, check the functions of the exact model before buying.
Frequently asked questions
Can a food processor replace several food preparation appliances?
Yes, if the model you choose has the accessories for the tasks you usually do. Que Choisir highlights chopping, grating and mixing among the jobs to consider. Check what’s in the box rather than assuming that every function in a product range is included.
Can a stand mixer also grate and slice?
It depends on which accessories are compatible with the model you choose. Kenwood France lists food preparation attachments for some stand mixers, but their availability in a product range doesn’t mean they’re included with every model.
Are all food processor parts dishwasher-safe?
No. Follow the instructions for each part and model. Moulinex says the bowl and accessories for the Easy Force FP244110 are dishwasher-safe. For other models, check the manual before washing the bowl, lid, blades or discs.
How can I check spare parts before buying?
Make a note of the appliance’s exact model number, then search for compatible parts through the manufacturer or ask the seller how long they’re expected to remain available. In France, the DGCCRF says that sellers must tell consumers how long spare parts will be available if the manufacturer has given them this information. This doesn’t confirm that every part you’re looking for is available.