This is the third Cuisinart I’ve owned and so far I’m happy with several of the features they’ve worked into the design. I am a former professional cook who uses a food processor weekly to make mainly tart doughs, pestos/sauces and occasionally the chopping disc for things like shredding carrots in bulk. First, the large 14 cup bowl capacity makes dough better without crowding or overworking. Second, the on/pulse buttons have reverted to a classic lever design that no doubt will be more durable (one of the buttons on my last machine had worn through the plastic). This is also a more accessible design for folks with hand mobility issues, which may be me if this machine lasts into my arthritis years. I think the bowl is better made, in particular the switch, but time will tell - the last one lasted around 20 years but had to be held shut to activate. I hope the motor is the same great design, because our old one was still going strong as some of the other features wore out. One thing I’m getting used to is the lid fits on “backwards” as compared to my previous - but that’s a minor thing. Overall I’m enjoying the larger bowl, powerful motor, and sharp new blade, which makes quick work of chopping and dough cutting. The reason I chose Cuisinart again, and this particular model, was it was rated #1 by NYT Wirecutter, which so far has not led me astray. I was pleased by the price as compared to some of the professional brands I was considering. As an aside, I will note my mother still has her Cuisinart from the 70s which still basically works and uses the lever design for “on/pulse” etc, so I can attest this is a more durable design choice than the surface buttons!
It does the job, and it does it well. Can't make my hazelnut torte without it. I had a smaller model for awhile and regretted its limitations, glad to go back to the 14 c size.
It's a beast of a processor! It doesn't seem like it's that powerful, but it just absolutely blitzes everything I've put in it. Does a great job mincing pork, pureeing onions, shredding cheese. I'm going to get a lot of use out of this thing.
This a replacement food processor and wish we got this sooner , overall we like all features and the strong motor ! I recommend this food processor to family and friends.
Cuisinart has always been a great product for my use. The food processor proved to be exactly what I needed. I love how quiet it is and so little time to chop exactly how I like. Mixing cakes and other desserts because the 14 cup allows me to do that. Works great for dough mixing also. Love it!!