I had used the commercial version in the kitchens I worked in as a Chef. I had always wanted one at home. Last year my wife bought me one for christmas, 14C model. I use it for everything, shredding cheese, blending tuna salad(first chopping the fresh dill), making pie crust, bread dough. I use it once or twice a week, even to crush the dried egg shells for my garden. I do not have a stand mixer so I use this food processor for just about everything. I love it!