KitchenAid KFP720OB Food Processor, 7 Cup with Mini Bowl Review

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(More customer reviews)I spent a long time looking at food processors before I finally bought one.My criteria, and what I learned:

- Noise:I don't want a food processor that I dread to turn on.Kitchenaid got top marks for its lack of noise by Consumer Reports, so I went with KA instead of Cuisinart.Incidentally, CR lists different model numbers than this one.My suspicion is that the model numbers don't mean anything:the motor is probably the same, and the accessories are what determine the price, since that's the usual means of getting consumers with a wide range of price points.

- Cleaning:I also don't want a food processor that I dread to use, lest I have to clean it.I chose to buy a dark color (blue) so that I wouldn't have to worry about carrot stains on the white finish, and the KA again had smooth buttons compared with Cuisinart so it's easier to clean and nothing can get stuck between.On both counts, I'm happy about the decision.

- Shredding, slicing:Slicing is wonderful.I get even slices, and they're prettier and faster than what I could do with a knife, even given clean up time.Shredding is somewhat inconsistent, but not a huge deal.I do kind of wish I had an option for two finenesses for shredding:thicker shreds and fluffy ones.

- I read way too many of the Amazon reviews, which give a perspective not given by Consumer Reports, and the reviewers seem to say that KA is more durable and has blades which stay sharper than Cuisinart.Apparently Cuisinart switched to cheaper blades.I'm pretty frugal and would love to consider the brands cheaper than these two, but it sounded like the other brands (Black and Decker, Hamilton Beach) are less durable and noisier;Consumer Reports gave the cheaper brands black marks in many areas.

- Size:the food processor is a good size and weight.I can pull it down from the cabinet without any difficulty, and it holds as much food as I need it to.I almost bought the 5 c and am glad that I didn't because it would have been too small.Likewise, I'm happy that I got the model with the mini-bowl.If I had gotten a larger one like 9 c or 14 c, that might have given me more flexibility so I don't have to empty out the bowl as often while making a salad, but it would have cost 50-100% more than I paid.So far, this size is JUST FINE.

All in all, I'm happy with my purchase, and I hope that my decision making helps someone else.Amazon didn't put a lot of information on their website about the differences between the several 7 cup models, possibly deliberately, so I'm hoping this gives useful info.

As an update a year later:the plastic has etched, so the bowl is cloudy and doesn't look as clean as it is.The base still looks clean, the blades are still sharp, and I'm still happy with it.

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Product Description:
Weight: 13.8 lbs.Put down your knife and use the Kitchen Aid 7-Cup Food Processor to whiz through tasks that make cooking a chore. With its continuous processing ability and tough induction motor, this Food Processor can quickly turn scrubbed potatoes into thin slices perfect for casseroles or shreds worthy of hash browns. The clear, sturdy plastic bowl locks securely onto the base with one hand, as does the lid with feed tube. The seven-cup capacity is great for everyday meal prep, making salsa and pesto, or shredding blocks of cheese for easy use. The touch control panel wipes off easily and all removable pieces go in the dishwasher for easy cleanup. Use the mini bowl included with this Kitchen Aid Food Processor to mince garlic, chop herbs or make breadcrumbs.7-cup capacity Stainless steel blades and disks chop, mince, blend, slice, grate, shred and emulsify Clear polycarbonate bowls are durable and stain resistant Sealed heavy-duty motor base provides stable, quiet operation Clean Touch control pad and base wipe off easily Includes 4-cup mini bowl for small chopping and mincing tasksManufacturer:KitchenAidModel:KFP720WHColor:WhiteMaterial:Plastic housing, stainless steel bladeSize / Capacity:7 c.Width:7 1/4 inchesDepth:9 inchesHeight:14 1/4Weight:10.6 lbs.Volts / Watts:120 volts / 745 wattsSpecial Features:Operates quietlyCleaning / Care:Bowls, blades and discs are dishwasher-safeWarranty:1 year hassle free.

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