Black+Decker 8-Cup Food Processor
Score: 74/100
Braun Easy Prep
Score: 74/100Rankings
The BLACK+DECKER 8-cup processor offers a straightforward lid-lock design, dishwasher-safe components and a solid 450 W motor for everyday chopping and slicing. Its limited speed options and a finicky safety interlock reduce convenience for more demanding tasks. Best suited for beginners and small families seeking an affordable, easy-to-clean processor.
The Braun FP3101BK Easy Prep 8-cup processor delivers strong 550 W performance in a compact, lightweight package, making it well-suited for small kitchens. Its limited accessory set and occasional stability issues keep it from matching feature-rich competitors. Ideal for couples or individuals needing reliable basic processing without taking up much space.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
450 W | 550 Wbest | |
1.89 L | 2.1 Lbest | |
— | 4 mmbest | |
1 | 2best | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.63 kg | 2.44 kgbest |
2 years | 3 yearsbest | |
9best | 4 | |
38.6 cmbest | 37.8 cm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity & Size(1) | ||
Bowl Capacity (L) | 1.89 L | 2.1 L |
Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 2 years | 3 years |
Power & Performance(1) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 450 W | 550 W |
Controls(2) | ||
Number of Speeds | 1 | 2 |
Control Type | On/Off/Pulse | one-touch |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 9 | 4 |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.63 kg | 2.44 kg |
Height (cm) | 38.6 cm | 37.8 cm |
Width (cm) | 23.9 cm | 23.0 cm |
Depth (cm) | 24.6 cm | 19.0 cm |
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Professional reviewers commend the BLACK+DECKER processor for its straightforward lid-lock assembly, generous 8-cup capacity, and dishwasher-safe parts, noting it delivers solid performance for everyday chopping, slicing, and shredding tasks at a budget-friendly price. However, they also flag its limited speed options and the overly sensitive safety interlock, and they caution that the motor may falter with tough meats or very hard ingredients.
Everyday users consistently praise the ease of setup, large bowl size, and quick cleanup, often highlighting the sharp blade and value for money. Recurring complaints focus on the finicky interlock that won't start unless the lid is perfectly aligned, the processor's struggle with hard foods, and the unit's bulkiness and confusing weight listings.
“chops vegetables as fine as you want”
“won't turn on if not perfectly aligned”
“Powerful 550W motor handles tough ingredients like nuts, grains, vegetables, fruits, cheeses, and meat (minces in 10 seconds)”
Professional reviewers commend the Braun FP3101BK for its robust 550W motor and compact design, noting that the one-touch controls and well-engineered bowl and blades deliver consistent results across a variety of tasks. However, they point out the limited accessory range and lack of preset programs, as well as occasional feed-tube clogs and instability when handling large dough batches.
Everyday users praise the processor's ease of use, powerful performance, and space-saving footprint, highlighting quick chopping and the convenience of dishwasher-safe parts. Recurring complaints focus on the missing storage compartment for attachments, occasional overheating during heavy use, feed-tube buildup, and a base that can shift during intensive tasks.
