
KitchenAid KFC3516ER
Score: 70/100
Mueller The Real Original Pro Chopper
Score: 71/100Rankings

The Mueller Real Original Pro Chopper provides an eight-blade manual system that handles a wide range of cuts in a compact, lightweight package. Its manual nature and modest 7.5-cup container make it less suitable for high-volume prep. Ideal for small kitchens, dorms or users who prefer electricity-free versatility.

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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240 Wbest | — | |
0.83 L | 1.77 Lbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.22 kg | 1.12 kgbest |
2best | — | |
1 | 8best | |
1 yearsbest | — | |
5best | 3 |
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Power & Performance(1) | ||
Power Source | AC | Manual |
Controls(1) | ||
Control Type | button | Manual |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 5 | 3 |
Build & Design(7) | ||
Bowl Capacity (L) | 0.83 L | 1.77 L |
Product Weight (kg) | 1.22 kg | 1.12 kg |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 22.2×17.8×15.1 cm cm | H×W×D: 13.21×13.89×28.40 cm cm |
Body Material | Plastic | Stainless steel and BPA‑free ABS |
Blade Material | Stainless steel | 420 stainless steel |
Blade Type | chopping | V‑shape |
Number of Blades | 1 | 8 |

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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”

“chopped well”

“rubber feet for no-slip use”




Professional reviewers highlight the Mueller Pro Chopper's high-quality 420 stainless-steel blades and versatile eight-blade system as standout features, emphasizing its ability to replace several single-purpose tools while remaining easy to clean and operate manually.
Consumers appreciate the chopper's compact size, stability, and the breadth of functions it offers, noting reliable chopping performance on common vegetables; the primary complaints revolve around occasional food trapping and the manual effort required for tougher produce.