To chop or mix several portions in the same bowl, choose a usable capacity that suits your recipes and check which accessories are included. If you mainly need to prepare large quantities of grated or sliced vegetables, a compact model with a direct-feed outlet could be a good fit and take up less space. However, its bowl will still be small for ingredients that need to stay in it. UFC-Que Choisir recommends choosing a bowl size that suits your household’s needs.
For salads, gratins or meals to freeze, check whether the necessary discs are included and whether the bowl suits your usual portions. UFC-Que Choisir recommends choosing a size to suit your household and cooking habits.
A compact design or accessories that fit inside the bowl can make storage easier. If you also chop large quantities, check the bowl capacity: a direct-feed outlet for grating or slicing won’t increase it.
Make a note of the food processor’s exact model number, then look for compatible bowls, discs or blades. Magimix states that spare parts for the CS 5200XL Premium will be available for 30 years; check that the part you need is available before ordering.
First, distinguish between ingredients that stay in the bowl and those you can grate or slice straight into another container.
Worth considering: if you regularly chop or mix several portions in the same bowl.
Bear in mind: check the usable capacity for your recipes, as well as the space needed for the processor and its accessories.
Worth considering: if you mainly grate or slice large quantities of vegetables and want to keep clutter to a minimum. Kenwood’s MultiPro Go is an example of this design.
Bear in mind: the amount you can chop or knead in the bowl is still limited by its capacity. Kenwood states that the FDP22.140GY has a 1.3 L bowl.
Worth considering: if you regularly do one or two specific tasks and wouldn’t use the other accessories that come with a food processor.
Bear in mind: each appliance needs its own space. Also check whether your tasks require discs that are only available with a food processor.
| What to check | Points to consider | My needs |
|---|---|---|
| Usable capacity | Compare total and usable capacity where both are listed. Check the limits for chopping, mixing or kneading: according to Magimix, the CS 5200XL Premium has a total capacity of 3,6 L and a usable capacity of 1,8 L. | I prepare several portions at once and want to know how much of my recipe will actually fit in the bowl. |
| Accessories | Check which discs are included for grating and slicing, then look for the blades and bowls you need for other recipes. Check what comes with the specific model number you’re buying rather than relying on the advertised number of functions. | I often grate and slice ingredients, so I don’t want to choose based on accessories I won’t use. |
| Storage | Measure the space available for the motor unit and accessories. If you plan to process lots of vegetables with a small bowl, check whether it has a direct-feed outlet suitable for these tasks. | Worktop space is limited in my kitchen, but I want to be able to get the processor and its discs out easily. |
| Cleaning and spare parts | Check the instructions to see which parts can be washed and how. UFC-Que Choisir reminds users that the motor unit must not be immersed in water. Search for replacement parts using the exact model number. | I’d like to clean the parts I’ve used without making every meal prep more complicated, and be able to replace a compatible part if needed. |
What you can do depends on the accessories included with the version you buy. A function listed for a range doesn’t guarantee that the corresponding disc or bowl comes in the box.
Make a list of the tasks you do most often, then check which accessories are included with the exact model number.
Magimix lists a total capacity of 3,6 L and a usable capacity of 1,8 L for the CS 5200XL Premium. So the larger figure alone doesn’t tell you how much you can use for a recipe.
Compare like with like, and check the instructions for the tasks you plan to do.
Discs, blades and extra bowls need space too. Whether they can be stored in the bowl or need a separate box depends on the model.
Measure the space you have in mind and check where you’ll keep the accessories after use.
A manufacturer’s motor guarantee and the statutory guarantee of conformity are not the same protection. In France, the Ministry of the Economy states that the statutory guarantee of conformity applies to goods sold by a business to a private individual.
Check who the seller is on your proof of purchase, and read the terms of any manufacturer’s guarantee separately from your statutory rights.
In the Double Force range, Moulinex presents the FP821811 with a 3 L bowl and eight accessories for a variety of food preparation tasks.
The CS 5200XL Premium is worth considering for preparing several portions, but focus on its usable capacity rather than just its total volume.
According to Kenwood, the MultiPro Go FDP22.140GY has a 1.3 L bowl and a direct-feed outlet that sends fruit and vegetables into a separate container.
The MultiTalent 8 range is a useful point of comparison if accessory storage matters as much as food preparation functions.
These options cover two different uses: a 1,8 L food processor listed for slicing and grating, and a 6,2 L model designed for mixing. Choose the one that suits the tasks you need to do and the accessories you’re looking for.
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Listed for slicing and grating, this model may suit vegetable preparation if the version you buy includes the necessary discs. Its product description also mentions blending and chopping functions. Check exactly which accessories are included, how much your recipes will fit in the bowl and how each part should be cleaned.
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Its 6,2 L bowl is designed for mixing, with a stated maximum load of 3 to 3,5 kg. If your priority is grating or slicing large quantities of vegetables, check that the version on sale includes the right accessories. Also check its dimensions before deciding where to put it.
No, not if you only want to prepare ingredients and don’t need built-in cooking functions. A food processor can handle a range of tasks, depending on its accessories. Check that the model you choose includes the discs, blades or bowls you need for your recipes.
Yes, for tasks that work with a direct-feed outlet. Kenwood offers this option on the MultiPro Go FDP22.140GY, despite its 1.3 L bowl. For food that needs to stay in the bowl, make sure you take its capacity into account.
Note the food processor’s exact model number, then search for compatible bowls, discs or blades. Moulinex offers a parts catalogue for its food processors, while Magimix states that spare parts for the CS 5200XL Premium will be available for 30 years. Check that the part you need is available when you place your order.
No. Follow the instructions for your specific model and each accessory and bowl. UFC-Que Choisir reminds users that the appliance body must not be immersed in water. Check separately which removable parts are dishwasher-safe.
No. The Ministry of the Economy states that the statutory guarantee of conformity applies to goods sold by a business to a private individual, whether new, second-hand or refurbished. A manufacturer’s guarantee is separate: read its terms and don’t confuse it with your statutory protection.