KitchenAid KFC3516ER
Score: 70/100
Fullstar Mandoline Slicer
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Fullstar 6-in-1 Mandoline Slicer provides six stainless-steel blades and comprehensive safety accessories for precise slicing and julienning. Its limited thickness settings and the need for careful handling of very sharp blades may deter some users. Best suited for home cooks who prioritize sharp performance in a compact footprint.
The KitchenAid KFC3516ER is a compact 3.5-cup mini processor that offers two speeds, pulse, and a convenient drizzle basin for small-batch prep. Its limited capacity and single-blade design restrict larger or fine-puree tasks. Ideal for solo cooks or small households needing quick, mess-free chopping.
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0.83 L | 1.2 Lbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.22 kgbest | 1.678 kg |
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Controls(1) | ||
Control Type | button | Manual |
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Bowl Capacity (L) | 0.83 L | 1.2 L |
Product Weight (kg) | 1.22 kg | 1.678 kg |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 22.2×17.8×15.1 cm cm | 37.1×14.0×18.3 cm cm |
Body Material | Plastic | ABS plastic |
Blade Type | chopping | 3 mm mandoline, 5 mm mandoline, julienne, ribbon cut, grater, spiral cut |
Number of Blades | 1 | 6 |
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Professional reviewers praise the KFC3516ER for its quick, even chopping of nuts, onions, and garlic, as well as the convenience of the drizzle basin and pour spout. They note its quiet motor and solid construction, but point out the limited capacity, single-blade design, and only fair pureeing performance on softer vegetables.
Everyday users consistently highlight the chopper's perfect size for small-batch tasks, its power, ease of cleaning, and thoughtful design features like the spout and cord wrap. Common complaints revolve around the limited bowl size, occasional texture inconsistency, and occasional durability concerns.
“Perfect size for small batches”
Professional reviewers commend the Fullstar mandoline for its versatile 6-in-1 blade set, solid food-grade construction, and thoughtful accessories like the organizer tray and safety glove. However, they warn that the blades' high sharpness demands careful use, especially with thicker cuts, and note that the limited thickness adjustments may restrict more advanced slicing tasks.
Consumers overwhelmingly value the slicer's sharp, efficient blades and the space-saving, all-in-one design, often highlighting the safety glove and guard as essential for family use. Recurring concerns focus on the risk of cuts if safety features are ignored, occasional difficulty swapping blades, and a wish for more slicing thickness options.
