I find myself using the new food processor almost every day. I also bought a 2mm slicer blade and glad I did, I like salad veggies slices very thin. The reason I bought this processor was the large feeding tube that's easy to use. Everything snaps into place with no effort at all. Only change I'd make it a larger cord, say another 2-3 inches.
This model was recommended by Cook's Illustrated magazine at least twice, which is why we bought it. We have had it for about a month and it has worked well. I like the on/off paddles, they are big and easy to push. There is only one speed, which is fine with me - the simpler the controls are, the less options for mechanical failure.
Bowl top broke on 1st use. (The plastic blade activation switch/lock.) I've ordered a new top & a couple of blades and I'm hoping the new top will hold up better.
Food processor works well. Unfortunately after only two uses the chopping blade seems to have a pit that show signs of rust. Should be inspected prior to delivery. Hope to have an easy replacement through customer service. An inconvenience.
This is simply the best food processor you can buy. My original Cuisinart lasted me almost 50 years. I am a professional baker, and I wouldn’t use anything else. I use mine every day. This is a top quality machine that can do everything you would ever want and more.
My old, basic food processor finally broke, so I decided to upgrade to a tool I can really use a lot now that I'm cooking at home exclusively and making more soups and stews. I read a lot of reviews of all kinds and consulted Consumer Reports before buying this model. I recently made soup that would have taken me a lot of time to chop the veggies by hand. With the thick cut blade purchased separately, it took no time at all. Cleanup for this machine is easy, too, and it takes less room in my dishwasher than the previous machine. So far--about a month--so good. I hope it will last for many years to come.
This is a great product. If you are not familiar with this product, as I am not, you should practice with different ingredients, fruits or vegetables to become comfortable with this product before trying to make your favorite dish. It definitely take practice. The professionals make it look so easy. I will be a pro after some more practice.