I love this processor. It has plenty of power to get the job done easily and fast. I have not had any of the problems that Sara 8113 has had. I do suggest only adding veggies half way for an even chop. I purchased the 3 cup cuisinart and was very disappointed. It seemed top heavy. You had to hold it down with one hand while chopping with the other. None of this is necessary with the 4 cup.

I found that this machine did not chop very well or evenly. After two uses, the motor stopped working (and all I was chopping was a can of tomatoes!). I exchanged it for a new unit since I couldn't get a refund, but only used it a couple times over the next year when my smaller machine was too small for the job. I pulled it out last night for it's third or fourth use... And once again the motor was burned out! Definitely not worth the money or hassle.

The mini-prep does a great job of blending small amounts of food and takes up very little counter space. I've used it to make pesto and hummus, and to blend a flaxseed oil and cottage cheese mixture with berries (sometimes partially frozen), and for the most part it just chugs along and processes really well. But it does bog down sometimes and just stop if you fill it more than about half full, and I've had to dig out some of the blended stuff and let it work on the rest, so the motor may be a bit underpowered. The plastic of the work bowl is also pretty thin; I worry about it breaking and can't just toss it in the sink with everything else. But on the whole, it's a great little machine for small jobs. It's a nice-looking little appliance too, with the shiny stainless steel.

I purchased this mini food processor quite recently, and we use it all the time, mainly to chop and mix healthy steamed vegetables with potatoes or rice. This way, we end up with a lot less carbs, but still get the satisfaction of having potatoes or rice. So far, I have not used it for anything else, but it handles what we need just fine. It is pretty easy to clean and handles very simply. Also, the Amazon price really rocks -- I bought this on Amazon for about half of what I would have paid at the giant discount retailers. By the way, by using this little wonder to help provide us with healthier meals with more fiber and nutrients, I have lost 12 lbs since we got it. I love Indian food, so I generally make my potato or rice and vegetable concoction and pour various Indian curry dishes or other tasty Indian sauces with meat or no meat. Works really well.

I bought this primarily so I could make my homemade hummus. And it works great! I have used it for other stuff too and it worked great for that too.

I researched this handy counter top tool and read all reviews for days before purchasing. This being my THIRD, yes third kitchen tool of its kind (the other two got donated to Good Will because they didn't live up to the manufactures claims)I have to say that this is the best little kitchen companion. It has cut my prep time 75%...it is a must have!!! Really!