Costco Food Processors Review

It can be difficult trying to find the best Costco food processor, as there are an insane amount of food processors out there today.

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You can find food processors in a wide array of different shapes and sizes, some of which are best for shredding, and some of which are best for dicing. Some are packed with multiple features and tend to be more expensive, while some are cheaper and are better suited for the laid-back home chef.

That being said, having a food processor in your home can change your life! This is why we want to make sure we can help you find the best food processors to suit your need and budget.

Most all food processors are built on the same foundation and set of principles, though we are going to take you a bit deeper to show you the microscopic world of food processors that you might have never though about. Let’s get chopping!

Our Top 4 Favorites

#1 Choice - Breville Sous Chef Food Processor

Breville BFP800XL Sous Chef Food Processor

The Breville Breville food processor is helping to bring food processors into the world of common household appliances, as they have put a ton of thought and work into their Sous Chef model. This food processor comes with BPA-free processing bowls including a large 16-cup bowl and a 2.5 cup mini bowl.

The unique design allows you to easily feed larger vegetables into the wider opening at the top, making it very versatile. The interface is extremely simple, with only three buttons labeled “Power / Off”, “Start / Pause”, and “Pulse”, leaving the processing style to the type of blade you use.

This processor includes 8 different discs for a wide array of prep choices including a julienne disc, a French fry cutting disc, a whisking disc, and many more.

In terms of the build, the stainless steel looks very sleek and will fit well with any modern kitchen, while the solid die-cast metal base is durable and will keep it steady when performing tougher jobs. From dough to soup, the Breville has got it right.


#2 Cuisinart 14-Cup Food Processor, Brushed Stainless Steel 

Cuisinart 14-Cup Food Processor, Brushed Stainless Steel

If you were really digging the Breville food processor, we’re sure you’ll also love the Cuisinart 14-Cup Food Processor. The interface remains as simple as the Breville’s, with guess-free “on” and “off/pulse” buttons. It is also designed with a brushed stainless steel that gives off a sleek and modern feel, as well as a heavy-duty motor that is a serious competitor for other food processors on the market.

This specific model includes a beautiful stainless steel slicing disc, a shredding disc, and a chopping blade, that can get just about any job done without the need to store a million different blades that you will never use.

Though the bowl isn’t as large as the Breville’s, the 14-cup bowl will certainly be large enough to chop, mince, and shred enough for a party with family and friends. The extra large feed tube is one of the unit’s star features, and allows you to push in larger fruits and veggies so that you don’t have to worry about cutting anything up ahead of time.


#3 Cuisinart FP-8SV Elemental 8-Cup Food Processor

Cuisinart FP-8SV Elemental 8-Cup Food Processor

While having a food processor in your home is an excellent decision if you’re trying to cook more efficiently, some of these models can be too expensive for the average consumer. Luckily, Cuisinart made a more inexpensive model that can still shred and slice foods, anywhere from medium to fine.

The discs that they provided are also reversible, which is helpful for getting an even finer chop. Even though it is cheaper than other models, you shouldn’t underestimate its ability to help prep almost nay kind of food you can think of. The bowl itself hold 8 cups, so while it may not be suitable for larger parties or events, it should still be solid for a bigger family dinner.

Cuisinart stuck with their modern stainless steel design on this one to keep with the rest of their line. The feed tube is also integrated so that you can continuously add food during the processing process.


#4 Hamilton Beach 12-Cup Stack and Snap Food Processor

Hamilton Beach 12-Cup Stack and Snap Food Processor

Again, if you’re not looking to be America’s next top cupcake baker extraordinaire, the Hamilton Beach 12-Cup Stack and Snap Food Processor might just be the one you’re after.

The S-blade makes it great for chopping up easier food such as nuts or garlic, and it really excels at making soft food such as salad dressings, soups, or sauces. The pour spout is a nice addition as it helps to reduce any messy drips that may occur in your solo cook-off. It may not be as pretty as other food processors on our list, as it is not stainless steel, but the convenience of the stack and snap design will leave you without frustration when trying to put this thing together.

The function guide is incredibly simple and shows you which blade to use when, and has two speeds for its pulse function. Like most food processors, the parts (obviously excluding the electronic pieces) are dishwasher-safe. The 12-cup design also makes it an excellent candidate for party and picnic prepping.





Frequently Asked Questions

Are you able to mix hot ingredients in your food processor?

You should always give any ingredients time to cool to AT LEAST room temperature before putting them into your food processor. The reason is that most all food processors have plastic bowl and adding in anything that is hot could end up ruining the plastic.


Can I mix dough with any blade?

Dough is just about the toughest thing to mix for food processors and not all of them are capable of doing so. Not only do you need a powerful enough motor, but you’ll also need the proper blade to get the job done. Check to see if the manufacturer specified an included blade for dough, as most will, before making your purchase. You’ll want to use these blades to knead the dough without slicing right through it.


Why do these have pulse functions?

The pulse buttons on these models help to give the user more control so that they don’t over-process their ingredients. Let’s say you added onions to your food processor. You are most like only going to want to chop or dice them, not make them into an onion puree. By having a pulse function that operates through quick, controlled rotations, you are able to make sure you process each specific type of food to the optimum state.


Should I purchase a blender or a food processor?

Any experience chef would say both, though we’re not all experienced chefs. While there may be some overlap with these machines, they truly have different foundational uses. Blenders are best used for purees, smoothies, and general drinks, while food processors are best for chopping vegetables, nuts, bread crumbs, and making pie crust dough.


What is BPA?

This is a chemical compound that is found in most consumer plastics. While having a small amount of BPA in your kitchen products won’t harm you, there is something that gives us peace of mind with BPA-free food processors in knowing that our food is never touching anything impure before we ingest it.