KitchenAid KFC3516ER
Score: 73/100
KitchenAid 7-Cup Food Processor
Score: 76/100Rankings
The KitchenAid 7-Cup Food Processor delivers solid 500 W performance in a space-saving design with illuminated paddle controls and easy assembly. Its limited capacity and mixed durability feedback may deter heavy-use buyers. Best suited for small households or kitchens where countertop space is at a premium.
The KitchenAid 3.5-Cup Mini Food Processor provides a compact footprint, quiet 240 W motor and convenient drizzle basin for small-batch prep. Its limited capacity and single-blade design restrict versatility for larger or more varied tasks. Best suited for solo cooks or small households needing quick chopping and light pureeing.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
240 W | 500 Wbest | |
0.83 L | 1.66 Lbest | |
0.32 hp | 0.67 hpbest | |
2 | 3best | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.23 kgbest | 3 kg |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
— | 120 Vbest | |
5best | 4 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity & Size(1) | ||
Bowl Capacity (L) | 0.83 L | 1.66 L |
Power & Performance(2) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 240 W | 500 W |
Horsepower (hp) | 0.32 hp | 0.67 hp |
Controls(2) | ||
Number of Speeds | 2 | 3 |
Control Type | button | paddle |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 5 | 4 |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.23 kg | 3.0 kg |
Height (cm) | 22.2 cm | 39.0 cm |
Width (cm) | 17.8 cm | 24.5 cm |
Depth (cm) | 15.1 cm | 20.0 cm |
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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 praise the KFP0718BM for its space-saving compact design, effortless one-click assembly, and versatile accessories that handle chopping, slicing, shredding and pureeing. They note the LED-illuminated three-speed controls and lightweight motor provide strong performance for everyday tasks, while flagging minor concerns about long-term durability and ambiguous power ratings.
Everyday users consistently commend the processor's easy setup, quiet operation, and nested storage that keeps accessories tidy. Common praise centers on reliable chopping of veggies, cheese and salsa, though some users experience uneven results on certain foods and wish the 7-cup capacity were larger.
