If you regularly prepare a variety of ingredients and don’t need a built-in cooking function, a food processor could be a good fit, provided its accessories suit the tasks you do most often and you have room to store the bowl and attachments. If you mainly prepare liquids, chop small quantities or make dough, a blender, mini chopper or stand mixer may be a better match. UFC-Que Choisir distinguishes between these uses and recommends checking which accessories are actually included.
You switch between chopping vegetables, mincing and mixing. Start by checking which accessories match these tasks rather than focusing on the total number of advertised functions. UFC-Que Choisir recommends checking how the accessories will actually be used.
You want to prepare ingredients without giving up too much space to the base and discs. Check the dimensions, built-in storage and appliances you already own. UFC-Que Choisir points out that accessories take up space too.
You mainly make dough, blend liquids or chop small quantities. Check whether a stand mixer, blender or mini chopper would be better suited to the task you do most. UFC-Que Choisir highlights the different uses of blenders and stand mixers in particular.
| What matters to you | What to check before buying | Who tends to prioritise it |
|---|---|---|
| Combining several tasks | Check that your chosen model includes the chopping blade, grating or slicing discs, and any mixing or kneading tools you need. | If I want to move between chopping, grating and mixing without using several appliances, I look for tools that suit those tasks. Around 31 % of consumers prioritise this versatility. |
| Keeping clutter to a minimum | Compare the dimensions of the appliance when stored, the space needed to open the lid and how the accessories can be stored. | If cupboard space is limited, I want to store the base and accessories without having to set aside several different spaces. Around 25 % of consumers prioritise compact storage. |
| Kneading dough | Check which dough tool is included, the maximum quantity stated for the model and how often you’ll use it. | If I often make bread, brioche or other doughs, I check that the quantity it can handle suits the batches I make. Around 19 % of consumers put kneading first. |
| Blending liquids | Check whether a blender jug is included, its capacity and the care instructions for the parts. | If I mainly blend drinks, sauces or other liquid recipes, I want an appliance designed for that use rather than accessories I’ll never use. Around 13 % of consumers prioritise blending liquids. |
| Chopping small quantities | Compare the bowl size, or check whether a small bowl is included, against the quantities you usually prepare and the functions of appliances you already own. | When I’m chopping a few herbs or an onion, I prefer to check that a large bowl and its accessories won’t duplicate equipment I already have. Around 12 % of consumers prioritise chopping small quantities. |
An extra accessory is only useful if it comes with the model you choose. UFC-Que Choisir notes that its tests of these accessories depend on whether they are included.
Match each task you have in mind to the tool listed in the box contents, and check the exact model reference before buying.
Depending on the model, some tools you need may be sold separately, if they are available for that model.
Discs and accessories can take up space even if the base is compact. UFC-Que Choisir recommends allowing for the space taken up by the whole set.
Measure the space available for the base, bowls and stored accessories, rather than checking only how much room the appliance takes up when in use.
A blender is mainly designed for blending, while a mini chopper is for chopping. Neither function guarantees that the appliance comes with tools for grating, slicing or kneading.
Choose based on the task you do most often, then check which secondary functions are actually included.
The MultiPro Go range includes models designed for compact storage. For the FDP23.140GY, Kenwood says the accessories can be stored inside the bowl.
According to Magimix’s product information, the Compact System CS 3200XL combines slicing, chopping, mixing and kneading functions, and comes with three bowls.
The MultiTalent 3 MCM3401M is an example of a compact range with slicing accessories and storage for several parts inside the bowl, according to Bosch.
Moulinex says the Easy Force FP242B10 comes with tools for grating, slicing, chopping and kneading, with space to store the accessories in the bowl.
This selection includes food processors for a range of preparation tasks, as well as more specialised appliances for kneading, blending or chopping small quantities.
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Worth considering if you want one appliance to handle several food preparation tasks.
The product title lists a 2.5 L bowl, a 1.5 L jug, 1 300 W, three speeds and a pulse function. It also mentions slicing and grating accessories.
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Worth a look if kneading and mixing dough are your main requirements.
The model description lists a 5 L bowl, a maximum dough capacity of 2 kg, four speeds and a pulse function. It recommends leaving at least 100 mm of clearance around the appliance.
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Worth considering if you mainly blend drinks or other liquid recipes.
The model is listed with a 1.9 L jug and 450 W of power; the description gives a usable capacity of 1 L. It also mentions ice crushing, dishwasher-safe parts and an included water bottle.
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Worth considering if you’d like to switch between preparing vegetables and blending with one appliance.
The title lists 750 W of power, a 1.8 L bowl and a blender. The description mentions chopping, slicing and grating, as well as removable dishwasher-safe parts.
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Worth a look if you mainly chop small quantities and want an appliance dedicated to the task.
The title specifies that this is a cordless mini chopper. The description says the bowl, lid and blade are dishwasher-safe.
Make a list of the food you actually prepare and the functions your current appliances offer. If your multi-cooker already handles cooking but not the chopping you need, a food processor without a cooking function could complement your kitchen equipment. If it can also do the tasks you want, check its accessories first.
No, it depends on the model and the part, so check the instruction manual. Bosch says some parts of the MCM3401M are dishwasher-safe, while Moulinex excludes the base of the Easy Force FP242B10.
Availability varies between appliances. The DGCCRF says the requirement to make spare parts available applies to certain categories. If the manufacturer tells the retailer how long parts will be available, the retailer must pass this information on to the consumer. Check which parts are available for the model you choose.
The Ministry of the Economy and Finance points out that the legal guarantee of conformity applies to new, second-hand and refurbished goods sold by a business to a private individual. It is the seller’s responsibility and is separate from any commercial warranty offered by the manufacturer.
For products covered by the relevant European rules, the CE marking shows that the manufacturer takes responsibility for their compliance. The DGCCRF clarifies that it is not a certification mark issued by an independent body; on its own, it does not demonstrate how well the model performs in the kitchen.