Hamilton Beach Food Processor
Score: 76/100
KitchenAid KFC3516IC
Score: 74/100Rankings
Hamilton Beach's 70730 model provides a 10-cup capacity, 450-W motor, and interchangeable S-blade and slicing/shredding disc for comprehensive food prep. Its larger footprint can be cumbersome on limited countertops. Suited for families needing versatile processing of larger quantities.
The KitchenAid KFC3516IC is a 3.5-cup mini chopper with a locking blade, drizzle basin and two speeds plus pulse. Its modest motor and limited capacity make it less suited for large-batch prep. Best for solo cooks or small households needing quick chopping and sauce emulsification.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
450 Wbest | 240 W | |
2.366 Lbest | 0.83 L | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.132 kg | 1.225 kgbest |
— | 120 Vbest | |
2best | 2best | |
2best | 1 | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
3best | 2 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power & Performance(2) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 450 W | 240 W |
Power Source | Corded | Mains |
Controls(1) | ||
Control Type | On/Off/Pulse | Button |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 3 | 2 |
Build & Design(6) | ||
Bowl Capacity (L) | 2.366 L | 0.83 L |
Product Weight (kg) | 2.132 kg | 1.225 kg |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 40.6×25.4×21.6 cm cm | 22.2×17.8×15.1 cm cm |
Body Material | Plastic | Metal |
Blade Type | S-blade, reversible slicing/shredding disc | Locking |
Number of Blades | 2 | 1 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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.
Professional reviewers, such as Practical Kitchen, commend the KFC3516IC for its locking blade safety, compact cylindrical base, two-speed versatility, and thoughtful cord-wrap storage, describing it as comfortable and well-suited for small-batch tasks like guacamole, pesto, and emulsified dressings.
No direct everyday‑user reviews were found in the sources; product descriptions emphasize quick prep, ease of cleaning, and suitability for solo cooks or small households.
