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Question: I looked up the "Cuisinart FP-12DC Elite Collection 12-Cup Food Processor". Some reviews talk about 14 cups, some 2 or 3 bowls, etc. Why is this?
Document: First of all be aware of the following blade: Cuisinart 6-by-6mm Fruit, Vegetable and French Fry Disc, fits 14-Cup Processor, as it doesn;t fit this processor. YES!!! The Cuisinart FP-12DC Elite Collection Processor, 14 cups, die cast, is indeed a very nice and robust looking processor. But, I am not impressed with it. You garra be  very careful with it. When you wanna put all the bowls back (after washing them or what-ever), you MUST align them properly, and it is not very clear when you "got it" all in.
You might not always need 14 Cups, but when you do there it is (I do have the very small Cuisinart for little jobs...)! All buttons are easy to reach, smartly covered, so they are easy to clean. So far we are extremely happy!Cuisinart FP-14DC Elite Collection 14-Cup Food Processor, Die Cast a must!
We purchased this Cuisinart FP-14DC Elite Collection 14-cup food processor in June 2010 and have used it maybe 5 times. Well, my wife went to use for Thanksgiving preparation and the off-switch no longer turns it off. It turns on immediately upon being plugged in if the bowl is in place. I'm pretty disappointed that the unit would break this quickly and after so few uses. I saw another buyer with the same problem on this unit. I'll be calling Cuisinart to find out my options.UPDATE (12/2011):We contacted Cuisinart support, explained the situation and provided the necessary information on the unit.
First let me say that it is disappointing that Amazon has only one page for both the 12 and 14 cup Elite processors as they are very different machines. Having said that, I purchased both the FP-12DC Elite 12-Cup and the DLC-2011CHB Prep Plus 11 Cup. I did this because Consumer Reports rated the DLC-2011CHB Prep Plus 11 very highly (it is currently their second highest rated processor), but did not rate the FP-12DC Elite 12-Cup at all. I was interested in many of the features of the Elite 12, but not at the cost of functionality.
After checking the reviews on many other food processors we decided we needed the Cuisinart 14 cup Elite series Food processor as it provided us with 3 bowls different size bowls, 14,11 and 4.5 bowls, that we could use. If you want something that will make your cooking experience a more pleasant one, this is the one. I could not believe how much easier I can make hot pepper jelly, bread, dips and many other dishes. Preparation is cut to a fraction. The only thing that you have to be careful is that you do not over do it.
Having tested the machines for a week now, I can say that I am pleasantly surprised and quite taken with the FP-12DC Elite 12-Cup processor.The Motor:While there is little information from Cuisinart regarding motor in the Prep Plus, I believe it to be the same as that in the Elite. Other places have said the Prep Plus has a 768 watt induction motor, and the Elite box states it has a 1000 max watt induction motor. In addition, the motor warranty on both is the same 10 years.
This is a far better feature than all of the others combined. The Elite is a food processor that could legitimately be used for making smoothies, or milk shakes, because it can actually hold liquid.So in the end I can confidently say that while both machines are very good, the FP-12DC Elite 12-Cup processor is the winner hands down, and the Prep Plus will be going back from whence it came.
Best consumer food processor on the market. It does everything that is needed in a home kitchen. I would recommed this processor for everyone. Cuisinart FP-14DC Elite Collection 14-Cup Food Processor, Die Cast
I purchased the Cuisinart Elite Collection 12-cup Processor. This processor has exceeded my all of my expectations! I was a little nervous since there were a few negative reviews...but decided to give it a try anyway. And I'm SO THRILLED I gave it a go! It does everything that is promised. LOVE the DVD...it's very helpful to get you going. If you're considering this processor...BUY IT!! Don't wait!! I don't know how I cooked so long without it.
I wish I would have read the warranty in detail before my purchase. Very disappointed in the service after buying what was advertised as their premier product for nearly $300.00. Maybe I should have bought a Kitchen Aid.Cuisinart FP-14DC Elite Collection 14-Cup Food Processor, Die Cast
Answer: Your question is about the 12-cup version but you posted it under the listing for the 14-cup model. The 12-cup and 14-cup, models differ not only in capacity but also in important features. The previous answers to your question apply to the 14-cup model, which does have three bowls. However, the 12-cup model has only two bowls. Other differences are that the 12-cup model lacks a dough setting (essentially a slower speed) and a retractable cord, although it does have space to manually wrap the cord around the bottom.P.S. Monique, I know this is too late to help you, but I'm hoping some of the other confused shoppers will find it helpful.