Hamilton Beach Food Processor
Score: 74/100
KitchenAid 7-Cup Food Processor KFP0718ER
Score: 69/100Rankings
Hamilton Beach 10-Cup Food Processor combines a 450 W motor with interchangeable S-blade and slicing/shredding disc, delivering strong power for family-size food prep. Its bulkier footprint and lack of a safety lock may be drawbacks for limited countertop space. Ideal for households needing high-capacity processing.
The KitchenAid Empire Red 7-cup processor offers a clever all-in-one storage solution and snap-and-go bowl design, making it easy to set up and clean in small kitchens. Its limited bowl capacity and plastic base may not satisfy users needing larger batches or a more premium feel. Ideal for single cooks or couples who value compactness and convenience.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
450 wattsbest | — | |
2.37 litersbest | 1.656 liters | |
2 | 3best | |
— | 120 Vbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.13 kgbest | 2.99 kg |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
3 | 5best | |
40.6 cmbest | 38.99 cm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity(1) | ||
Bowl Capacity (liters) | 2.37 liters | 1.656 liters |
Controls(1) | ||
Speed Settings | 2 | 3 |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 3 | 5 |
Dimensions(3) | ||
Height (cm) | 40.6 cm | 38.99 cm |
Width (cm) | 25.4 cm | 24.51 cm |
Depth (cm) | 21.6 cm | 19.99 cm |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.13 kg | 2.99 kg |
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Professional sources are limited; product pages and retailer descriptions highlight the powerful motor, multi-functionality and easy cleanup, but note the lack of independent third-party reviews.
Everyday users appreciate the motor power, dishwasher-safe parts and compact size of the 3-cup version, but commonly mention the absence of slicing/shredding capability in smaller models and the bulkiness of the larger 8-cup unit.
“Lighter weight than most food processors, yet still so powerful. It's very convenient in that everything stores together, no misplaced pieces!”
Professional reviewers commend the KFP0718ER for its compact, lightweight design, snap-and-go bowl and intuitive 3-speed LED controls, noting it excels in small-batch prep and limited countertop spaces. However, they point out the lack of publicly available performance metrics and the modest 7-cup capacity, which makes it less suitable for larger households or demanding tasks compared to bigger KitchenAid models.
Everyday users consistently praise the processor's small size, easy handling, and the clever all-in-one storage that keeps parts together. The quick assembly and cleaning are highlighted as major conveniences, while the primary criticism revolves around the limited bowl capacity for larger meals.
