Mini food processors: TOP of the best shredders for home

This chopper from the well-known brand of kitchen appliances Redmond is one of the most budgetary on the market, which makes it automatically attractive: it takes up little space and is inexpensive. But what can he do? The grinder performs one single function: it grinds food, but it does it quite tolerably at a maximum power of 170 watts.

So say users - satisfied owners of the device. The design is really compact: the chopper weighs only 730 grams and is equipped with a small 200 ml bowl, which, unfortunately, is not always enough to process large portions of food. Also included is one standard attachment - a chopper knife. The only big thing in this device is a fairly long power cord of 110 cm. The device operates at only one speed, but it has a pulse mode - to start any process, just press the lid, like in a good coffee grinder.

By the way, there is a dispenser in the lid - holes of different sizes, like in a jar for spices: this will come in handy if you chop garlic, nuts, herbs or hard cheese, which you add to the dish in the right dosage. Pluses: non-slip feet, knife storage compartment, security system (class II protection against electric shock).

The main drawback of the device is a plastic bowl. On the one hand, plastic provides a small weight of the device and reduces the cost of the device, on the other hand, this is not the most environmentally friendly and very short-lived option (plastic becomes cloudy over time, easily scratched). User experience shows that not everything is so simple when using a chopper - at the junction of the base and the bowl there are grooves that are not very easy to get into, which takes time for assembly. Also, some owners of this model are advised to hold the device with your hand during operation so that the lid does not come off. All these disadvantages are easily explained by an affordable price, as they say - price-quality.

Available from the First brand in a black case, it is designed for high-quality grinding of common products - from vegetables and fruits to hard cheeses and nuts.

Sufficiently capacious 1.2-liter Master Prep glass is made of glass - this is a completely environmentally friendly option. Glass, unlike plastic, does not become cloudy, can be washed in a dishwasher without problems, and does not absorb odors. In addition to a high-quality glass, the designers have included 2 stainless steel knives in the kit. The power at which the device operates is only 300 W, but this is enough to grind food and save energy, however, the device is unlikely to cope with ice picking, and there are no attachments for this.

The chopper works in normal and pulsed modes - to start the motor, just plug the device into a power outlet and press a large convenient button on the chopper cover.

The appliance is equipped with protection against accidental activation, and on the sole there is a non-slip rubberized pad for installation on a worktop made of any material. The only drawback is that this little helper weighs 2.16 kg.

Gorenje S450E captivates with its simple design and uncomplicated use, as well as the ability to grind most products - vegetables, meat, nuts, fruits, ice and others.

The “heart” of the device is a 450 W motor, which is able to chop or crumble the hardest foods, such as nuts and cheeses. Thanks to an additional nozzle, the chopper can act as a mixer - it will quickly whip cream or proteins into airy foam. The case is made of stainless steel, so it will maintain an impeccable appearance for as long as possible - such a device will last more than one year. In addition, the steel structure is very easy to clean.

The glass cup that comes with the device deserves special attention. The volume of the bowl is 1.25 liters. In it, you can immediately serve ready-made creams and sauces on the table - it looks like a small glass saucepan with two handles. Another bonus is that tempered glass can be used in the microwave, and the material is also dishwasher safe. The glass is complemented by a sealed lid, with which you will retain the taste and aroma of finished chopped products for a long time - just close the lid and put the bowl in the refrigerator.

Like any modern electrical appliance, the grinder is equipped with a system for shutting off the motor in case of overload, and there is a fuse on the power button - you are completely protected from two sharp metal blades. As for the blades, they need to be carefully monitored - if the knife breaks, it will be difficult to find the original analogue, and it is not cheap.

Users who have purchased this model are happy with the choice, but are concerned about the unpleasant burning smell that appears at the very beginning of using the device. Please note that the engine in such a device, as in a blender, cannot be overloaded, and it is worth using the device at intervals - giving the motor time to cool down. If this is not done, the engine may burn out, therefore, perhaps the moment described is not a drawback, but elementary negligence of users.

The universal grinder from the German company Bosch is a multifunctional and reliable kitchen appliance. A standard regular stainless steel knife is able to grind meat into minced meat, chop nuts, cheese, herbs and more. An ice pick can easily turn ice into crushed ice for cocktails, and a whipping disc will make airy foam out of proteins or cream.

The chopper is equipped with a very capacious one and a half liter glass made of durable glass, which, together with a knife, can be washed in a dishwasher. Also the bowl can be put in the refrigerator and used in the microwave. The advantage is that it is strong and thick-walled, but this also hides a drawback - taking such a glass with wet hands, there is a risk of dropping it, therefore, a carrying handle would not hurt, which, unfortunately, is not provided.

The motor has a power of 550 W - one of the highest rates on the market. For such a capacious glass - this is what you need. The main thing is to lay the products correctly: in order to crush the ice into a homogeneous crumb, its level should cover the knives. Using the device, users have noticed that it takes 20 seconds to make homemade mayonnaise, 40 seconds for minced meat (with all ingredients), and 15 seconds for a milkshake (what a speed! Even a blender takes 2 times longer to make a magnificent milk foam) .

Additional convenience lies in the storage of the cable - for compact storage, the power cord is wound around an elongated handle-button.

The grinder from the rapidly developing South Korean company TRISTAR, which manufactures modern and technological products for the home and kitchen, is a stylish, moderately powerful (400 W) and safe device in a durable stainless steel case.

The glass cup is designed for 1.2 liters - it contains knives with 4 stainless steel blades. This means that chopping is twice as fast as in similar models with conventional knives - a practical professional approach! The convenience is that the block of knives can always be divided, based on how quickly and carefully you need to process products. The bowl has a removable lid to protect and store the contents. Additional convenience in the measuring scale, which is extremely rare on glass bowls. All components and removable parts of the appliance, with the exception of the motor unit, can be washed in a dishwasher.

For safe and easy use, there is a PUSH cover that starts the device with one push for normal or pulsed operation. The stability of the device on any tabletop is ensured by special anti-slip feet. But, like many such devices, there are no special handles on the bowl or body, so there is a risk of dropping an almost 2-kilogram device.

The unique Steba chopper, which is suitable not only for chopping soft and hard foods, but also for preparing sauces, pesto and other dishes - this is possible with a powerful 500 W motor.

Unlike the entire market range, this model has a metal bowl with a volume of 0.5 liters. Its main feature is the use of the innovative Wipe-Off technology, which prevents products from sticking to the walls. The bowl is removable and can be easily detached and washed by hand or in the dishwasher.

The set comes with 4 stainless steel knives. A pleasant surprise is that you can choose the number of blades for chopping - you can install only one pair, or you can use both - depending on how uniformly you need to process the products.

Despite the unusual design and high-quality materials, the device itself weighs 1.7 kg and has quite compact dimensions. For convenient storage, there is also a compartment in which the power cord is hidden. At the bottom of the device there are anti-slip feet that firmly hold the device on any surface. There is only one “but” - an uncharacteristic type of control for such electrical appliances: the start button is not traditionally on top, but on the front panel, so you have to get used to it.