DeLonghi 9-Cup Capacity Food Processor with Integrated Blender

Ever since going on the Paleo diet, the food processor went from an item I used once a year to an item I used several times a day. I grind meat in this, make nut flour, grind vegetables to put in sauce or meatballs, make pesto, and slice and juilenne carrots, zuchinni, and sweet potatoes.I love the fact that it's a blender and food processor in one. Both attachments work great. I have had this for almost a year now.When I first got it I saw that the attachments were make of that brittle plastic that tends to crack over time, so I have been handwashing it instead of putting it in the dishwasher. I don't know how it would hold up in the dishwasher, but It's an expensive purchase for me so I needed it to last. So far no sign of cracks.The only drawback is the way the food processor attaches. It's a little hard to figure out at first. Then, over time it stopped latching tightly. It wiggles loose while I'm using it, and the food processor will stop. I sometimes have to hold the attachment on while it is running. I consider this a minor inconvenience, however, and would certainly purchase this item again!

Living in an apartment with a small kitchen, I really have to be careful what gadgets and gizmos I buy. This unit solved a lot of problems for me in that regard. By and large I like it- it switches seamlessly between the two functions and is easy to clean/store. The blender and food processor functions work great. My one gripe is that the slicing and shredding discs are too far away from the feed tube, resulting in the last quarter inch of whatever you're slicing/grating just getting sucked on top of the blade. This eventually necessitates removal of the lid to scoop out the unsliced/grated food. I would also like a bigger feed tube. Overall, though, it's much better than NOT having a blender or food processor, and while those two things are irritating, it's not a deal-breaker for me. Still a handsome, functioning machine at a really great price.

This integrated blender has earned its spot on my countertop.The stainless steel finish gives it a modern look that blends well with my kitchen decor. I've found it to be sturdy and durable, which is crucial for a kitchen appliance that sees frequent use.Quality-wise, the DeLonghi food processor doesn't disappoint. The blades are sharp and efficient, handling everything from chopping veggies to pureeing sauces with ease, and I had no issues.It's got plenty of room for most tasks, whether I'm prepping ingredients for a family meal or whipping up a batch of salsa for game night.However, I've found that it's not as powerful as standalone blenders, so managing expectations there is key.As for usability, it's fairly straightforward. The multiple speed settings and pulse function give me enough control over the processing, though I've found the interface a bit clunky at times. It takes some getting used to, but once you've got the hang of it, operation is smooth.

I like the style and the food processor does a great job. I was unhappy with the response from DeLonghi about the blender. Instructions say to remove the base to wash the blade element, but there is no way to do it. I bought 2 and gave one as a gift, and the person I gave it to also agrees that the base is not removable without breaking the blender. I offered to send them a picture of the blender to be sure they were advising on the same one, but never heard from them again. I also thought the blender was a bit smaller than I expected. It does a good job if your blending liquids, I wouldn't expect it to liquefy much else. I threw a banana in a powder shake and after 30 seconds of blending there was still a few small chunks of banana not blended. 30 second was always plenty of time with my other blender.

I don't often use the food processor, but when I do use it I like it. I use the blender 2-4 times a week and I really liked it. It was easy to clean even if the base didn't come off. I bought it less than a year ago (summer 2014), and about 4 months after beginning to use it, there were cracks in the bottom. Last week the cracks finally expanded to the top of the blender and now the blender is not usable. The instructions say it's dishwasher safe. I rarely use my dishwasher and I hand washed the blender most of the time. We put hot liquids (not boiling) in it a few times and we think that's where the cracks came from.I wish I'd known that hot liquids might ruin the blender. It's less than a year old!

Was expecting something a little more sturdy I guess. Doesn't seem like it would stand up to years of use like say a cuisinart. The one really nice thing is the space saving quality and it is smaller/shorter than other ones making it perfect for smaller spaces, less people.

I use my Dehonghi food processor [DFP] just about every day as I prepare 6-10 meals weekly for my extended family. The DFP is fabulous for homemade chips - sweet potato and squashes included. It makes quick work of sauces, salsas and anything in between. I puree a lot of veggies and slip into meat sauces and meat loaves - which my picky eaters do not notice.The blender gets used only 3-4 times a week but it works great for smoothies, slushes, shakes and anything that just needs a bit of swirling. No one feels guilty about requesting a special treat as the DeLonghi blender is such a breeze to use and clean up afterward.I highly recommend this combo to anyone who is interested in full size products without sacrificing counter or storage space.