I purchased this to replace another brand of food processor. The work bowl was cracked and could not be replaced.  This is a working machine.  I have done a lot with it and everything has turned out great.  The only downside is that large pieces of food get hung between the blade and the cover.  I have found this to be the case 
with every food processor I have ever owned.   It happens with carrots, cheese, and other foods as well.  So--- I have just learned to put up with that as normal. Having said all of that, I really find this machine to be easy to use and I especially like the way the lid snaps into place. There is a definite learning curve so be sure to read the book before you use it for the first time.