Customer Reviews

Cuisinart BFP-703R SmartPower Duet Blender and Food Processor, Red

5 star:		(5)
4 star:		(4)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(5)

 

 

After reading all the reviews, I decided to throw caution to the wind and purchase the Duet. I'm very pleased. All blenders are loud, so that isn't an issue. My blender didn't have a burning smell as I have read in other reviews. I love the fact that one unit does a multitude of work. I have used the food processor several times and am very happy with that, too. Overall for all the features, the price is right and it does its job; it is also sleek and looks great on the counter. I've had it for less than 6 months--hopefully mine will last longer than other reviewers units.

I have now owned two identical versions of this particular blender. Unfortunately both broke after a year in exactly the same way. The black plastic gear that engages the blades cracked, and in both cases it broke on while blending either bag ice or most recently, frozen bananas. Considering that these ingredients are not that hard to blend, I am greatly disappointed.

If you buy a Cuisinart, it's because you demand quality. However if you buy this it should only be because you like the appearance, and not because you plan on making frozen drinks or smoothies. As said I've bough two, so obviously I've been patient; but no more.

I had high hopes for this food processor but I'm very disappointed in it. First off, it's extremely loud. If you intend to use it, get earplugs. I'm not kidding either. It's so loud I honestly believe it could damage your hearing if you run it for extended periods of time.

The blender works okay I suppose, but the food processor using the S blade chops very poorly in my experience. Food just gets stuck along the sides and I constantly have to stop and push it back down with a spoon. It seems to have been getting worse over time so I don't know if it's breaking or what. (*edit* It did break a few months after I wrote this)

I can honestly say the last food processor I had which was $30 from Walmart chopped much better and was much quieter. This one is so loud and works so poorly I hate using it. There are a lot better machines out there so I'd recommend passing on this one and reading reviews for other machines.

Although this blender came highly recommended by Consumer Reports, I have been very disappointed by this unit's lack of durability, after giving it more than a fair chance: I have owned a total of 3 of these blenders (2 with the food processor attachment, one without). Two of the units were store bought and one was a factory replacement. I have used the machine to make smoothies 2-6 times a week and to accasionally puree soup. The motor failed on two of the units and the black plastic rotor on the base of the glass jar disintegrated on the third unit within 1-2 years of moderate use. If making smoothies is something you enjoy, then this is probably not a blender you should consider.

Dear Friends in Cooking,

After two uses it smelled like a model train set on overload. My wife and I got the destinct impression that it might catch on fire, if not now, at some later time. Though my wife is more generous in her opinion, I am going to take it back - especially after reading other reviews here. I'm disappointed too, because it's so nice looking and compact. Oh well, we'll just have to mix and food process with our own two hands until we can find a better one. :(

I own the SmartPower Duet Blender/Food processor in the while color. It works great for smoothies & shakes when you add enough liquid, and the food processor is quick and easy for making baby food. Suggestion: If you're going to use this to make berry smoothies or tomato based recipies, go with the red color! I stained the lid of my white blender, and now it's pink :)

This item seems to work really well. It is also a great space saver. I would recommend it.

My only complaint is that its LOUD AS HELL - seriously, I read other reviews that mentioned it was noisy, but I wasn't expecting this level of noise. I used the food processor the other night around 9:00 PM and felt horrible for my neighbors who I am sure heard it - my dog was terrified. If noise level is important to you, look for another product. Otherwise, its pretty great.

For small to medium jobs, this blender/food processor is great. Easy to change from one function to the next. The red color is cool. Much better than everything in the kitchen being stainless steel: boring. Food processor is not for big jobs though. Retractable cord is nice. Overall it's just what I wanted for everyday cooking.

The capabilities are evident, but it's the noisiest blender/food processor I've ever owned! It is fine without the pitcher or processor attachments in place. Once they are assembled as a unit, the noise fun begins. I thought it may require tightening, or perhaps the bearings might need attention. It doesn't seem to be the case; it's just noisy! Every other aspect is what I expect from a Cuisinart. The red is great!