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Food Processors in 2027
A food processor chops, slices, shreds, kneads and purees — the prep machine for cooks who make dough, shred vegetables or process large quantities. Bowl size and blade set decide whether it earns its counter or cupboard space.
By The Kitchen Bench Research Team · Updated for 2027 · Independent · Reader-supported · No paid placements
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The reviewed food processors in this category. Each review states what is verified and what to check on the manufacturer sheet before buying.
Food Processors
Breville Sous Chef 16 BFP800XL
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Food Processors
Cuisinart Custom 14 DFP 14N
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Food Processors
KitchenAid 13 Cup KFP1318
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Food Processors
Breville Sous Chef Peel and Dice BFP820
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Food Processors
Cuisinart Elemental 13-Cup FP-13DSV
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Food Processors
Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus DLC-2A
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Food Processors
Hamilton Beach Bowl Scraper 10-Cup 70730
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Food Processors
KitchenAid 7-Cup Food Processor KFP0718
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Food Processors
Magimix 5200XL Food Processor
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Food Processors
Ninja Professional Plus BN601
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How to choose
Bowl capacity
A bowl that is too small for your dough or batch forces double work. A bowl that is too large processes small amounts poorly.
Blade and disc set
Slicing and shredding discs, a dough blade and a chopping blade cover most cooking. Extra discs you never fit are clutter.
Motor strength
Dough and dense mixtures strain weak motors. If you knead regularly, motor strength matters more than speed settings.
Feeding and safety
A wide feed tube handles whole vegetables; a good safety lock stops the machine the moment the lid lifts.
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Frequently asked questions
Can a food processor knead dough?
Yes, with a dough blade and a motor strong enough for the batch size. It is faster than hand kneading but less gentle.
Is it better than a blender for chopping?
Yes — pulses give control, and the wide bowl handles dry ingredients a blender cannot.
How do I clean it?
Most bowls, lids and blades are dishwasher-safe; the base wipes clean. Dry blades promptly to protect the edge.