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Cuisinart Core Custom 13-Cup Food Processor

More versatile than the classic Cuisinart with an adjustable slicing blade, multiple pusher sizes, and stackable storage — all for a modest price premium. Wirecutter's top pick for those who want extra features.

$90-$180
Pros
  • Adjustable slicing disk slices far thinner than standard one-size disks
  • Reversible grating disk included for more versatility
  • Multiple food pusher sizes for different ingredients
  • Accessories stack on included spindle for tidy in-bowl storage
  • Available refurbished on Amazon for around $90
Cons
  • More complex controls than the simpler classic Cuisinart
  • 13-cup capacity slightly smaller than the 14-cup model
  • More parts to clean due to additional accessories
Why we recommend it

If the classic 14-cup feels too bare-bones, this is the smarter buy — the adjustable slicer alone is worth the upgrade for anyone who does serious prep work.

Wirecutter

Compared with our top pick, the Cuisinart Core Custom 13-Cup Food Processor has more frills: additional settings, several sizes of food pusher, and an adjustable slicing blade (which slices far thinner than the one-size slicing disk)