Braun CH3012BK EasyPrep™ Mini Food Processor, 4 cup, Black

I’ve had frustrating experiences with mini processors over the years. They never worked as well as promised. But this one is terrific. Outdoes them all. I love the top motor which is more effective and efficient than the usual bottom motor style. The parts connect easily with little fussing. The double blade works better. Less need to push food down. And since the bottom is solid, no hole for the motor, it is easy to remove the blade, scrape out any processed food on the sides without anything dripping out. Makes it easier to clean, as well. I use it often for grating hard cheese and it does an excellent job.

This chopper replaced a Cuisinart mini prep that finally cracked up. The Braun is a far superior product. The bowl is a heavier plastic, polycarbonate I think, and the whole thing feels more solid. The motor is a bit quieter and has plenty of power. I use it mainly to emulsify vinaigrettes and it does so beautifully, without leaking onto the motor. It’s easy to clean and looks cool. One thing to note is that the heavy motor just sits on the bowl without locking in, which is fine while using it but keep a firm grip on the motor when moving it around. Very happy with this purchase, a great value too.

It’s very powerful little machine - it takes a little getting used to if you don’t want to end up with mushed rather than chopped ingredient. One quick pulse is all it takes :). 2 chopping blades are great!

I really like this chopper, it’s powerful and controllable! You can get exactly the desired consistency! Easy cleanup of course a bonus! Smart purchase.

The reviews about weak motor is TRUE. Mine stopped working only after using it three times since purchase three months ago.

The two tiered blades are great for grinding chicken (remove bones and skin, of course). I was making homemade dog food in a small processor with a single blade, which was not very efficient. This is a tremendous improvement! I blend equal quantities of chicken meat, diced carrots and peas, and a little more of brown rice. And my dog is very happy!

Works great if you don't need a bigger unit.I use it between the immersion blender and the big food processor. Find I'm using this most of the time now. Does a really good job and you don't have to do much scraping to get the larger pieces off the side which happens with my larger unit. Hold the top down till you get the consistency you want, and then done. The double blade system seems to work well. Haven't used the little tray thing for emulsions.Not sure I'd use for cheese but for spices, garlic, ginger, parsley etc. When I cook for 8-10 seems like the perfect size and saves a lot of time.Really easy to get the pieces apart. Like the lock mechanism that holds the top on. Easy to use with wet hands.Great product IMO

I had high hopes for this but on my second time using it the motor died. Be warned, if it gets warm AT ALL stop immediately! It is easy to clean and it made mayonnaise well on my first use. Amazon is sending me a replacement and I intend to be extra careful with it!