The 8 Best Mini Food Processors Of 2024

Despite its compact size, the KitchenAid Mini Food Processor packs a powerful punch. “I have had mine for seven years now, and I have never had an issue,” says Freitag. “It is small but mighty, and convenient!”

Equipped with a single multipurpose blade, this corded, dishwasher-safe model is ideal if you’re looking for a little help in the kitchen with mincing or chopping (though it’s not best to use with softer fruits and veggies, like tomatoes and cucumbers). Featuring two pulse speeds for chop and purée, there’s nothing “small” about this small appliance’s capabilities. Bonus: There's a handy storage compartment for the cord to keep it tucked away when needed.

The Good Housekeeping Institute found the controls to be intuitive and appreciated the lid's “drizzle basin," which is used as a "funnel to slowly incorporate oils and other liquids." One thing to note: some testers did say the tight-locking lid was hard to remove, however.

• Power: 240 watts
• Capacity: 2.5 cups
• Dishwasher safe: Yes
• Dimensions: 5.6 x 7 x 8.7 inches

Not only is the Ninja Express Chop the most budget-friendly option on our list, its two-in-one lid (which serves as both a splatter guard and storage lid) makes it an even better value. The Good Housekeeping Institute notes that the measurement markings on the bowl are another high point, "so you won't have to dirty measuring cups when preparing recipes."

This two-cup mini food processor has a corded design and also features two types of blades to chop and mince a multitude of ingredients for precise, even results. Keep in mind that the machine's head can pivot during processing, so the experts recommend holding it in place. The manufacturer notes that the mini food processor’s parts are dishwasher safe, which can help make cleanup easier.

• Power: 200 watts
• Capacity: 2 cups
• Dishwasher safe: Yes
• Dimensions: 10.1 x 5.7 x 5.7 inches

This Cuisinart mini food processor is Cornejo's personal favorite. "I have this one at home and love it," she says. While it boasts just 110 watts of power, she mentions that it's still "really strong" to tackle a variety of ingredients to make things like dressings, mousses, fillings, cream cheeses, Mexican salsa, and Peruvian sauces. For the best results, the manufacturer recommends prepping ingredients by cutting them into small, even pieces (about 1/2-inch squares).

This corded electric mini food processor is also great for beginners. It has an intuitive push-button control panel for easily adjusting the speed, patented auto-reversing, stainless-steel blade for effectively chopping and grinding, and dishwasher-safe parts that make cleanup a breeze. Just make sure to wipe the motor base off separately with a damp sponge or cloth.

• Power: 110 watts
• Capacity: 2.63 cups
• Dishwasher safe: Yes
• Dimensions: 7 x 8.4 x 5.1 inches

Need to shred veggies? No problem! Have fruits to slice? This mini food processor still has you covered! Unlike most other models on the market that just chop and puree, the Hamilton Beach Stack & Snap Mini Food Processor & Vegetable Chopper has shredding and slicing disks to help tackle more food prep tasks.

Although the Good Housekeeping Institute hasn’t tested this specific model, they've found many Hamilton Beach products to be “generally reliable.” They like how this mini food processor has a “reasonable chute for its size,” so you can “easily feed” through carrots, cucumbers, and standard blocks of cheese. However, they did note that many reviewers complained that the tab on the lid is delicate and broke during use and the model is not dishwasher safe. On the bright side, this mini food processor has built-in cord storage to help keep your countertops more organized.

• Power: 250 watts
• Capacity: 4 cups
• Dishwasher safe: No
• Dimensions: 6 x 8.25 x 13.5 inches

With features like a push-button control panel, an auto-reversing SmartPower stainless steel blade, and a dishwasher-safe, 24-ounce bowl and lid, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that the Cuisinart Mini Prep is the most user-friendly mini food processor we recommend—it even comes with a spatula.

This mini food processor "aced" the Good Housekeeping Institute's tests, thanks to the "simple buttons," which help you chop or grind with ease. An added perk: You can do so by pulsing or running continuously on both modes.

One of their favorite features is the grind setting that is "perfect for spices" and more gently processes to crush instead of chop. Plus, the lid has two holes and a long well to "add liquid when making dressings or mayonnaise." Spencer loves this feature for drizzling in liquid fats like melted butter to make crumb crust mixes.

Testers did notice that this mini food processor has a noisy motor, though. Plus, Spencer says that its motor “isn’t the strongest,” but she notes that the most powerful ones are in full-size models. On the plus side, Spencer adds that this mini food processor is “very easy to assemble and disassemble and clean.”

• Power: 250 watts
• Capacity: 3 cups
• Dishwasher safe: Yes
• Dimensions: 7 x 9.25 x 5 inches

Low on electrical outlets? The KitchenAid Cordless 5-Cup Food Chopper can make quick work of small tasks without needing to be plugged in.

This mini food processor comes with a multi-purpose blade and whisk accessory, as well as a universal charger. Nicole Papantoniou, the director of the Kitchen Appliances & Culinary Innovation Lab at the Good Housekeeping Institute, says this unit is "lightweight and sturdy" and equipped with a powerful battery. The rechargeable lithium ion battery can chop as many as 40 onions on a full charge, and takes about two hours to fuel from empty to full. You can also quick charge this mini food processor’s battery for 10 minutes, which can allow you to chop about 11 onions. This model is dishwasher safe, including its stainless-steel blade and whisk accessory.

• Power: 12 volts
• Capacity: 5 cups
• Dishwasher safe: Yes
• Dimensions: 6.61 x 5.51 x 10.39 inches

Despite common belief, food choppers are different from processors since the former can't turn solids (think hard fruits and veggies) into liquids. However, this Delish-approved Hamilton Beach unit pulls double duty with its stainless-steel blades that can dice, mince, and puree. It's also simple to use: All you have to do is press the lid to power the appliance’s single speed and release to stop it. No twisting or locking required! Its oil dispenser is another notable feature, as it easily emulsifies dressings, dips, and sauces.

The mini food processor comes with a dishwasher safe bowl, lid, and blades. Plus, the cord can be wrapped and tucked underneath the chopper for easier storage.

• Power: 350 watts
• Capacity: 3 cups
• Dishwasher safe: Yes
• Dimensions: 5.2 x 5.9 x 8.5 inches
  

Whether you’re an avid camper, trying to conserve energy, or simply prefer doing things the good old-fashioned way, there’s a lot to love about the Zyliss Easy Pull. Equipped with only a bowl, blades, and lid, this user-friendly gadget is operated by just pulling its ergonomic handle. In fact, the oversized, "easy to pull and use" handle makes this mini food processor one of Papantoniou's favorite models.

She adds that this appliance is ideal for preparing garlic and performing other quick tasks, plus is "simple to clean" afterwards. Only the 25-ounce bowl and blades can safely go on the top rack of your dishwasher, though.

And because this one requires some manual labor, note that your arms may get tired after awhile.

• Power: Not listed
• Capacity: 3.125 cups
• Dishwasher safe: Yes (top rack; not lid)
• Dimensions: 5.5 x 5.5 x 5.2 inches