Customer Reviews

Cuisinart CH-4DC Elite Collection 4-Cup Chopper/Grinder, Die Cast

5 star:		(28)
4 star:		(11)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(5)
1 star:		(12)

 

 

I am a food professional and have used this many times since it is a perfect size (not too large or too small) for the little tasks that often come up at home, and I don't want to use my big machine. It has done a terrific job on everything from bread crumbs to salsa, mayonnaise, grinding nuts, pureeing onions, etc. It is easy to control and not 'over process' whatever the job is since the blade comes to a complete stop immediately. The instruction book is Cuisinart's usual competent quality. I do highly recommend it for a small size processor.

I am not a food professional but I do cook a lot. This product fills the gap between a full-on food processor and a small electric or hand chopper. I bought the die-cast model and it feels solid. The controls are easy to use and everything is easy to clean. This processor is also not very loud compared to ones I looked at in person at retailers. I have found myself using this "mini" more than my larger and more complex processor. In short, I recommend the Cuisinart elite die cast chopper/grinder.

I'm one of those who agonizes over appliance purchases...I read epinions and Amazon reviews and any other specs and faqs I can find. This was not a major purchase (in terms of outlay of money), but I wanted something a)easy to assemble, b)easy to use, c)that does what it is supposed to do, and d)that is easy to clean and put away. This little unit does all that. It is just right for small jobs, and cuts quickly. There is a small learning curve -- for me, anyway -- I've had to learn when to use "pulse" as opposed to a steady "chop" to prevent ingredients from being ground too small.

But overall, a great little cook's helper!

Fast and much quieter than our (much) older machines. Also dis-assembles more easily, and parts look to be durable.

I ordered this thinking I was getting a metal housing, as the description said "die cast", but it was not, it is just plastic colored silver. Very disappointed and will be sending back.

The "die cast" model is just silver plastic. And before you say "that's just the name of a silver-like color", let me stop you. Williams-Sonoma and Crate & Barrel sell a version of this model that is *actually* die cast. As in metal. I actually went down to their stores and saw them in person. They sell them for $60, a considerable premium over the plastic models. Calling this plastic model "die cast" is a deliberate misrepresentation of the product.

We decided to buy a chopper rather than a full food processor because it takes up less counter space and is less expensive. We also realized that most of our relevant tasks could be handled by a chopper or a blender.

This machine has adequate power and works well when used in short pulses. However, it only chops a small amount of food well. You have to work in very small batches which is annoying because you have to take it apart and put it together between batches. It grinds things finely very well but makes uneven pieces when chopping things like onions or chicken.

The Elite line of Cuisinart processors is quite an improvement over the previous generation models. The locking blade feature alone makes an upgrade to the Elite worthwhile. Moving quickly in a busy kitchen makes safety an important requirement, and the locking blade makes pouring a much safer and faster procedure than in previous models. As always, Cusinart is only surpassed by itself.

I've always had a big food processor and have always looked down my nose at the little ones as just useless kitchen counter trinkets As Seen On Tee Vee. I finally broke down and bought this guy to chop peanuts with (I eat too many peanuts and I figured chopping them would help me cut down when garnishing a salad or stir fry, or at least that is the theory).

Today a buddy at work suggested I make a batch of raita with it - there are variations, but raita is chopped cucumber and mint leaves mixed into plain yogurt, an Indian condiment. The big bowl of tasty, cooling white stuff with green chunks at your local Indian buffet is raita. I would never have bothered if I had to finely chop the cuke and mint by hand or haul out the full-sized processor. Not worth it. But this little chopper demolished a fat cucumber and a bunch of mint leaves in two quick batches. All I had to do was a quick rinse afterward. Awesome!

I guess this isn't as much a comment on this particular item as it is a testimonial that yes, you actually DO need one of these! As it happens, I agree with the other positive reviews and would recommend this to anyone. Tiny footprint, plenty of power, and (a key point for me) very easy to use and maintain. I'm going to find other uses for this critter.

I have never owned or used a processor until now. And I love it. Very easy to operate, very easy to clean and very easy to store. I keep it out because its cute, takes up very little space and so easy to use immediately when I need it. No digging around in my overstuffed cabinets trying to wench it out! The settings are easy to use because there are only 2 of them, which is good for a beginner and it turns out that the 2 settings are really all the I need. The bowl is very easy to clean, as is the blade. I have had the unit for about 3 weeks and the bowl has shown no signs of weakness of fragility but only time will tell. If my kids ever start to enjoy eating more than just chicken nuggets, I will upgrade to a bigger size, but for right now the 4 cup chopper/grinder is perfect. Less is MORE!