i have a cuisinart food processor...boy does it chop. Honestly, after having it, i wonder how i got along hand chopping large quantities of onions, garlic, etc. Sort of how i felt after i got the kitchenaid mixer. the processor is also good to mix things, make pie crusts, that sort of thing. It gets the job done in like...5 seconds, seriously!! Mine also came with a thing to shred and slice... not sure the price of the one i have, as it was a gift from Grandma. I say Cuisinart food processor is great!