Heavy machines are more difficult to haul out of a cupboard, but they're also more stable . Weightier machines are less likely to shake or scoot across the counter during a big job, and also tend to be quieter. Reviewers agree that major projects like baking bread, making your own pasta or chopping heavy vegetables require a heavy machine. Reviews are mixed on the need for a continuous-feed feature . Some experts say continuous-feed chutes are good for big jobs, while others maintain that most processors eject the food so powerfully that it sometimes misses the countertop bowl.
Reviewers offer a few tips for effective food processing.
Cut food into equal-size pieces, use short pulses, scrape the sides of the bowl as necessary, and avoid processing frozen or hard foods that can damage the blades. Also, using the feed tube maximizes efficiency, but be sure to apply only light pressure on soft foods and firmer pressure on harder foods. Our Consensus Report shows how many times products are top-ranked by reviewers included in our All The Reviews Reviewed chart. Plus, KitchenAid's KFP line as a whole is picked more often by experts than any other series. Alternative Considerations Mini food processors appeal to many consumers because they take up so little space.