Cuisinart 7 QT vs Viking 7 QT: Does anyone have experience/opinion they would care to share?
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The motor burned out shortly after a year. They won't fix it OR replace it. I had a Kitchen Aid for 12 years, still running good. The reason I bought the 7Qt is because I need something with a bigger capacity. I'm glad I didn't get rid of my KA. No more Cuisinart for me!
830710
I had a Black & Decker 7-cup food processor before, so I really can't comment on the 13 cup Kitchen Aid one. I really like the Cuisinart 14-cup. I haven't tried dough yet, but I've made chicken salad, sorbet, and hamburger (from very lean tenderloin beef), and it was very good for that. Unfortunately, for slicing vegetables, it's no better than my old Black and Decker: stuff tends to slide sideways and get caught between the metal plate and the lid. You really have to have the feeder tube stuffed tightly, and large, harder things like potatoes and big carrots work better than cucumbers or softer things. I had a Black & Decker 7-cup food processor before, so I really can't comment on the 13 cup Kitchen Aid one. I really like the Cuisinart 14-cup. I haven't tried dough yet, but I've made chicken salad, sorbet, and hamburger (from very lean tenderloin beef), and it was very good for that. Unfortunately, for slicing vegetables, it's no better than my old Black and Decker: stuff tends to slide sideways and get caught between the metal plate and the lid. You really have to have the feeder tube stuffed tightly, and large, harder things like potatoes and big carrots work better than cucumbers or... » Read More I had a Black & Decker 7-cup food processor before, so I really can't comment on the 13 cup Kitchen Aid one. I really like the Cuisinart 14-cup. I haven't tried dough yet, but I've made chicken salad, sorbet, and hamburger (from very lean tenderloin beef), and it was very good for that. Unfortunately, for slicing vegetables, it's no better than my old Black and Decker: stuff tends to slide sideways and get caught between the metal plate and the lid. You really have to have the feeder tube stuffed tightly, and large, harder things like potatoes and big carrots work better than cucumbers or softer things. « Show Less
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Both are very good mixers. The Cuisinart has a more powerful motor, but that is hardly an issue since the Kitchen Aid's motor is more than powerful enough. We returned our Cuisinart for the Kitchen Aid due to poor customer service. See my review here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R250HLS1S4GLDK/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm/?ie=UTF8&ASIN;=B000ON4B3U
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I had a 8006 before I upgraded and I would say it's not worth it. The big difference I noticed was that I didn't have to cut cukes into four pieces lengthwise anymore, half would suffice. Since I juiced spinach everyday for the past 3 weeks on this machine and for 1 year on my old 8006 I noticed that juicing was quicker but if I still had my 8006 at the time of purchase I wouldn't have bothered with the NC800. If you have money to burn I then buy it, it's a nice enough upgrade but if you are counting pennies, don't get it.
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I have both sizes.I find that I use the 7 qt. far more than the 5 qt. Make that far, far more. In fact, the only thing I really use the 5 qt for is making No-Knead Bread. For stew, chili, soups and such I find that the "floor space" of the larger oven is much more useful for browning the meats and veggies. It is heavy, but really not too hard to maneuver, and I'm a scrawny 61- year old male. The oven itself lives in the oven of my range, oiled and ready to go.In answer to T R D's question, you could use the spiral handle ears for handles if you wished. I do that with my 5 qt oven.If I could have only one, I'd go with the larger Dutch Oven. I have both sizes.I find that I use the 7 qt. far more than the 5 qt. Make that far, far more. In fact, the only thing I really use the 5 qt for is making No-Knead Bread. For stew, chili, soups and such I find that the "floor space" of the larger oven is much more useful for browning the meats and veggies. It is heavy, but really not too hard to maneuver, and I'm a scrawny 61- year old male. The oven itself lives in the oven of my range, oiled and ready to go.In answer to T R D's question, you could use the spiral handle ears for handles if you wished. I do that... » Read More I have both sizes.I find that I use the 7 qt. far more than the 5 qt. Make that far, far more. In fact, the only thing I really use the 5 qt for is making No-Knead Bread. For stew, chili, soups and such I find that the "floor space" of the larger oven is much more useful for browning the meats and veggies. It is heavy, but really not too hard to maneuver, and I'm a scrawny 61- year old male. The oven itself lives in the oven of my range, oiled and ready to go.In answer to T R D's question, you could use the spiral handle ears for handles if you wished. I do that with my 5 qt oven.If I could have only one, I'd go with the larger Dutch Oven. « Show Less
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Iv'e been asked similar questions Karen and being familiar only with my model my best reply is for you to contact Cuisinart Customer Service. Others did.
709335
Basicly all the ice makers that go in freezer compartments of refrigerators are the same. The differences are the way they connect (plug) and that the 4 wire colors match up with the one you are removing. Unless you are sure that your Viking is compatible with, for example, a Whirlpool, you are better of calling an appliance parts dealer and insuring you are getting the right one. I bought one via Amazon and it turned out some of the wire colors were reversed. I needed an appliance repair guy to resolve the issue and it ended up costing me more than just calling him in the beginning.
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I started with the K-cup model and bought the Vue. There are pluses and minuses to both: Vue - The Vue allows you more control over your coffee than the older Keurig version. You can customize your water temperature. Also, while models of the older Keurig allow you to make different cup sizes like the Vue, the Vue allows you to slow the percolation process so you can make stronger coffee. Larger cup sizes on the old Keurig just allow you to make weaker coffee because you use more water. Also, some coffees are available in larger 'Mug' versions that allow you to make even larger, stronger coffees. The Vue also has a better design in the coffee basket area. The Keurig has a small plastic cup that the K-cup sits in. The water comes through a needle into the cup and out a hole in the bottom of the K-cup, into the plastic coffee basket and out the bottom of the basket into your coffee cup. The K-cup is thrown away, but the plastic basket stays. In the Vue, the water goes into the Vue pod, percolates and goes out of a spout in the pod directly to your coffee cup. There is no basket that needs to be cleaned and no chance you are tasting some of last week's coffee stained into the basket. The plastic part of the Vue pod is also recyclable if you remove the coffee insite (it can be messy if you aren't careful). The older Keurig is cheaper - both initially for the machine and in terms of the K-cups. It also has MUCH more variety in coffee you can get -- you don't need to make trips to special stores or purchase through the internet. You CAN use K-cups in the Vue with a little McGyvering (Google it to see how) but it can be messy and jam the machine if you are not careful. How do they taste? Well, in my unscientific opinion, the Vue has the edge in coffees I've had in both machines. That's why I use it, but I cry a little when I go into the grocery stores and see the K-cup options :). You can't really go wrong with either machine, they are both very good. It's just a matter of preference.
329016
sorry, I can't help you. I returned the dessert maker a couple of years ago. I did not like it, it never worked properly.I don't like products made by cuisinart.
787732
It does great for home based quantities, we used it for bread. But I think it's underpowered and undersized for this. Step up to the 600, can't remember the exact model but it's larger and heavier. That is what we needed to do. If you price shop you'll find the heavier one for just a little bit more. I bought one of the heavier new and one of the heavier factory refurbished for my daughter. The first refurb had a bit of noise; they replaced it right away and the replacement has been fine for 5 years.Hope this helps!
159428
Fager simply because I can slow cook in that too. I had the Cuisinart and sent it back for the fager. My DH likes the design and features of the Fager better also.
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REVISED my response June 8, 2014: Returned this system to store & interesting enough, the clerk said she had rec'd several as RETURNS since December 2013 w/similar complaint. Got this as a Xmas 2013 present (hubby paid $179.00+tax for system). The individual smoothie system is Gr8, blends well and smooth. Excellent power! However, the food processer malfunctioned. Have used it to make pizza dough, cookies & bread (overall about 5 times). worked okay for pulse but then red light began to flash when making cookies, so had to check overall system, checked connection, base placement, food processor lock feature, When making bread after a few times, the base became unstable (shakey). I unlocked base and made certain the table surface was free of debris and again, placed/locked base ... after a few seconds, base became wobbly again. I checked all applicable areas on system to ensure they were connected, locked in place prior to returning to store. NOTE: I had replaced my Cuisinart food processer and mixer with this system but glad I didn't throw out because I had to revert to using them again. Just wanted to update based on my experience with system as of today! by the way I noticed Alice 's reference is for another model NINJA MEGA KITCHEN SYSTEM The seller is selling an entirely different system, see the graphic provided by seller &#9658; SUPRA KITCHEN SYSTEM I have this system. This system has 1200 watts/1.5 Horse power and here's what is included: XL Blender: 72 oz Pitcher w/pour spout, 6 Blade Assembly XL Food Processer/Mixer/Dough Maker: 8 cup Bowl, 4 Blade Assembly, Dough Blade Two Single Serve Cups (Nutrient & Vitamin Extraction and Frozen Blending, Smoothies), 2 travel lids, Single Serve Blades, Instruction Booklet Recipe Booklet Good Luck!
1431537
My opinion of this item was so low that I sent it back after one use. I'd throw it out and get a Cuisinart (from Amazon of course). If you insist on keeping it I'd try T-fal.
244756
Good question - it's hard to tell from the descriptions. I've used both. The DLC-10 comes with a dough blade, an additional flat (non-pusher) cover, and an instuctional video. I rarely use those items - when I bake, I don't knead dough in a machine, and it's just as easy to pour liquids in through the standard pusher cover. The video is well-made and helpful, but only if you've never used a Cuisinart before. All of that one could tell mostly just by looking at the pictures, but the main two SIGNIFICANT differences are the pusher cover; and the way the accessory blades are used. First, the cover on the DLC-5 has a wide hole; the DLC-10 has a 2-in-1 design with a large AND small hole - so that, for example, one can slice one carrot in the DLC-10, but not as easily or cleanly in the DLC-5. It would tend to move around and result in uneven slices. Second, the way the blades attach in the DLC-10 is a tiny bit more complicated, but makes them much more suitable for heavier-duty use. Also, because of this design, the DLC-10 can use the dozen or more standard accessory discs, but the DLC-5 can use only the two discs made specifically for it (although one could certainly buy the $10 adapter stem to use the others). Bottom line: the DLC-10 is slightly more complex, but more flexible in use and more expandable, and comes with more accessories. The respective models are the exact SAME price (at least today!), so I'd definitely get the DLC-10. (The DLC-10 I bought over 15 years ago and use every day is still working perfectly, so I don't need a new one yet!)
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I have the qt so I don't really know about the 6 qt. I imagine it is much the same. I really like the steamer except the instruction manual really stinks; and I mean STINKS. One really has to search high and low for recipes to steam. I was thrilled to have a rice cooker and egg cooker all in one but our hard boiled eggs are so hard to peel. I think that this COULD be a great kitchen tool but at this point I cannot overly recommend it to anyone....Michele
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I own both versions: gave the original to my parents and by the time I went to buy my replacement, the short version came out. Short Jar is the newer version, likely meant to mimic the newer Vitamix squat jar type. With the short jar, it barely fits under cabinets, but it does fit. Personally, I think it looks better too. Base of the units are identical, except in coloring. Short version has red accents. While I have not done a side by side comparison, I get the feeling that the tall jar blends a bit better. I think the blades are identical between the 2 jars, but the more narrow profile of the tall jar seems to suck material towards the blades a bit better. I feel like I've had to use the plunger a bit more in the squat jar, since it's wider and didn't seem to homogenize as well by itself. At the end of the day, however, for me, the short jar allows me to keep it on the counter and actually use it on a whim, vs. stuff it away and have it fall out of mind. So, in terms of living with it, I'd vote for short.
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For a definitive answer I suggest you send an email to Cuisinart. They were very helpful when I wrote to them. Their website is www.cuisinart.com. Good luck!