is it easier to clean than the kitchenaid food processor?
1049396
I have never had a Kitchenaid food processor, but have had a Cuisinart 14-cup FP for 30 years.It is exceptionally easy to clean with no hard-to-get-to areas.
1049397
In my opinion, yes - very easy to clean. When in prep mode, I've often just rinsed the bowl and blade(s) and moved on to the next thing to chop/slice. I've washed everything in the top rack of my dishwasher and the bowl doesn't come out clouded or spotty. The unit itself is easy to wipe down with a damp cloth to remove splatter etc. Believe me, I wouldn't use it as much as I do if it were a pain-in-the...to clean.
1049398
My Cuisinart cleans up quickly and easily. But, be very careful, the blades are sharp!
1049399
Since I've never used a Kitchen Aid food processor, I cannot compare the two. I can say that I give the Cuisinart parts a good rinse, then the dishwasher does a splendid job of getting them Cuisinart clean.
1049400
Honestly, I don't know. It's super easy to clean though. I don't have a dishwasher and it's a breeze.
1049401
I wish I could answer your question from experience, but I never owned a Kitchenaid food processor. I originally owned an off brand before I bought the 14 cup Cuisinart. I can only tell you that I am able to rinse off each piece easily under a running kitchen faucet. Then I use a soapy dish wash pad to completely clean by hand. But the shoot has areas that may trap food, so it sometimes needs to go in the automatic dishwasher, to get that kind of detail (but that is rare). I just finished a large batch of batter and took note of the effort to rinse and soap clean. It only took 2 or 3 minutes, with no injuries from sharp edges. I hope you get this processor. I love mine! I wish I could answer your question from experience, but I never owned a Kitchenaid food processor. I originally owned an off brand before I bought the 14 cup Cuisinart. I can only tell you that I am able to rinse off each piece easily under a running kitchen faucet. Then I use a soapy dish wash pad to completely clean by hand. But the shoot has areas that may trap food, so it sometimes needs to go in the automatic dishwasher, to get that kind of detail (but that is rare). I just finished a large batch of batter and took note of the effort to rinse and soap clean. It only took 2 or 3... » Read More I wish I could answer your question from experience, but I never owned a Kitchenaid food processor. I originally owned an off brand before I bought the 14 cup Cuisinart. I can only tell you that I am able to rinse off each piece easily under a running kitchen faucet. Then I use a soapy dish wash pad to completely clean by hand. But the shoot has areas that may trap food, so it sometimes needs to go in the automatic dishwasher, to get that kind of detail (but that is rare). I just finished a large batch of batter and took note of the effort to rinse and soap clean. It only took 2 or 3 minutes, with no injuries from sharp edges. I hope you get this processor. I love mine! « Show Less
1160038
Its very easy to clean.The bottom screws off and the blades drop out.(2 pieces). So easy to rinse off or throughin dishwasher.
1670945
I think this is as small a processor that you are going to find that dose the work like a big machine. I do not have much Counter space either so one of them big machines would not work for me and this saves me time and I do not find it hard to clean.
1604936
Yes, it's tricky. I tried a toothbrush with little success. Then I found at the drugstore a small, rather stiff brush similar to a fingernail brush, and this did the trick. We have three of the Brotform bowls to clean at the same time, so easy cleaning is a priority. I hope you enjoy yours as much as we have ours.
628487
No better or worse than any other mixer. It is the nature of the process. Have had a Kitchen Aid in the house for 30 years, great appliance. Accept the process, you have to break a few eggs when you bake a cake!
2155366
Yes, I think one could call it a puree machine, its barely a food processor in that the food chute is kind of too small to shred much without cutting it small in the first place...and I have doubts about the motor for such heavier work. But for puree duty, the simple bowl and lid design makes it easier to clean than many fancier heavy duty units.
707034
It's actually not that easy or fast. The pitcher section is easy - it's just a pitcher. The part where you have to be careful is the head unit on top. You don't want water or steam to get inside. My recommendation is that once it's done "cooking," immediately remove the head unit (and never turn it upside down) and use the included metal lid on the machine if you want to keep it covered. Rinse the milky parts of the head unit immediately (again, without turning it upside down), and wipe it down carefully with a soapy sponge, rinse carefully and let it air-dry. Do not put any of the parts inside a dishwasher. It's actually not that easy or fast. The pitcher section is easy - it's just a pitcher. The part where you have to be careful is the head unit on top. You don't want water or steam to get inside. My recommendation is that once it's done "cooking," immediately remove the head unit (and never turn it upside down) and use the included metal lid on the machine if you want to keep it covered. Rinse the milky parts of the head unit immediately (again, without turning it upside down), and wipe it down carefully with a soapy sponge, rinse carefully and let it air-dry. Do not put any of... » Read More It's actually not that easy or fast. The pitcher section is easy - it's just a pitcher. The part where you have to be careful is the head unit on top. You don't want water or steam to get inside. My recommendation is that once it's done "cooking," immediately remove the head unit (and never turn it upside down) and use the included metal lid on the machine if you want to keep it covered. Rinse the milky parts of the head unit immediately (again, without turning it upside down), and wipe it down carefully with a soapy sponge, rinse carefully and let it air-dry. Do not put any of the parts inside a dishwasher. « Show Less
474498
I think it's a bit overkill as a food processor. Without liquid, it doesn't chop very effectively, and with liquid, it's so powerful that it quickly blitzes it into oblivion. I suppose I never really tried, because I have a separate Cuisinart food processor.
643226
The Hamilton Beach processor is very easy to clean. It was an awesome purchase.
104769
I am not sure if I have had both to compare. Mine is the 5 speed and I am happy with that. What I liked most is that the regular and dough beaters are stronger than the ones I had with my last Kitchenaid.
1561434
Yes it's easy to clean. I just turn it inside out and submerge it into warm soapy dish water and clean with a sponge. Cleans easily. Then leave it to dry inside out. I love making apple pies and I can't do without this product any longer. Makes pie crust so easy!!!
426837
because of so many reviews of the kitchenaid version being cheap plastic. i ended up wanting to make wheatgrass and had to buy the kitchenaid food grinder anyway to do so with my mixer, big mistake. there are shavings of metal with my wheatgrass. i wish i never bought the kitchenaid food grinder/juicer attachment. I do love and cannot live without my mixer but these attachments are garbage. the ravioli attachment is also garbage. it only stuffs a very small amount of stuffing inside. hope this helps!
943604
We got this as a wedding gift and i regret that I've been remiss in addressing that we haven't been able to use it as none of the accessories fit onto the hand held motor unit. Therefore, I can't speak for how difficult or easy it is to clean. I'd venture to guess that you remove the parts simply and put them into the dishwasher. Seems simple?
1499463
Easiest appliance to clean that I have ever owned. Just wipe the top and bottom with a wet paper tower. If anything is stuck, add water and wait 10 minutes then dump and wipe clean. The tray, wire rack and cupcake pan come out and can go into the dishwasher. I use this oven for everything including: poached eggs and steamed vegetables , cook bacon, wipe it clean and cook any type of egg, warm up frozen leftovers, etc.
157307
I have one, my wife has the other. Both are very easy to clean. I like mine the best but she disagrees. Obviously you can't go wrong either way.
2036091
I don't think it's easier to clean than a regular blender. Wouldn't you just want a stick blender, or do you need to crush ice? This machine is pretty good for making smoothies.
218772
It is very easy to clean. This is a great food processor. No hidden places.