I chops well but it is very difficult to remove the tid from the bowl.
Response from cuisinart.comBy Cuisinart, September 8, 2026
We're glad to hear your Core Custom 4 Cup Chopper performs well for chopping, but we're sorry to hear you're having difficulty removing the lid. To help, make sure the lid is fully unlocked before lifting, and try applying gentle pressure to the release points while holding the bowl securely on a flat surface. If you would like additional assistance with operation and assembly, please contact our Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-726-0190. Thank you for sharing your feedback; your comments regarding lid removal will be shared with our product team for review and consideration.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I had a previous model with a smaller bowl and several other instruments it was used For over 20 years. It finally stopped working properly. I was sorry to see that the combination chopper, whisk, and immersion blender were no longer available. Then I realized my old tools still work except for the chopping bowl. So I looked and I found this one and didn’t realize until it came that it also has a great grinder. I always hate to prepare ginger and wind up just chopping it myself into small small pieces. The grinding option on this tool worked like a charm. The other nice thing is the bowl is a bit larger so I don’t have to keep cutting things into small pieces and arranging them around a small bowl and then chopping the different items separately. It made the whole process of preparing the chopped foods much much easier. Thank you again, Cuisinart!
I bought this because it stated that it could purée apple sauce, thinking it could make good pesto. I was wrong. My pesto could not get puréed enough and still had pieces of basil that were too large. Should have just bought the regular mini food processor.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from cuisinart.comBy Cuisinart, July 23, 2026
We're sorry to hear the Core Custom 4 Cup Chopper did not meet your expectations. As a chopper, this model is designed for lighter prep tasks and has more limited processing capabilities than our full-size food processors, which may be better suited for recipes like pesto that require a finer, smoother consistency. For best results, cutting ingredients into smaller pieces and processing in batches may help improve texture, but we also offer a variety of food processor models that may better match your needs. Thank you for sharing your feedback—it helps us continue improving our products and helping consumers find the best solution for their kitchen needs.
It doesn't work and it's the 1st time I used it. Was a gift. I thought Cuisinart was a good brand
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from cuisinart.comBy Cuisinart, June 24, 2026
We’re sorry to hear the chopper did not work on first use, especially as it was a gift, and we understand how disappointing that must be. For troubleshooting, we recommend ensuring all components are properly aligned and securely locked into place, as the unit will not operate unless assembled correctly. Our team would be happy to assist further and review your experience—please contact our Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-726-0190 and reference Ticket #8901026029. Thank you for sharing your feedback, as it helps us improve future products and overall performance.
Unfortunately this stopped working after only a couple of months. I tried all troubleshooting options online and on YouTube and even troubleshooting on phone but nothing worked. I had registered my warranty and when I contacted to utilize it there was a huge run around and hoops to jump through but they finally agreed to send me a new one after I cut the cord on the broken one. Understand about cutting the cord but adding more plastic and electric device to landfill stinks.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from cuisinart.comBy Cuisinart, May 11, 2026
We’re happy to hear we were ultimately able to assist with a warranty replacement for your Core Custom™ 4‑Cup Chopper, and we’re sorry for the inconvenience you experienced along the way. We understand your concerns regarding disposal, and the cord‑cutting step is a standard safety requirement to ensure non‑operable units cannot be reused. Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback, as it helps us improve future models and customer experience.