Comparison: Best Food Processor With Dicer (Updated | Dec 17th)

Focus on motor power, bowl capacity, and the range of dicing blades offered. A higher wattage motor (e.g., 720 W or 1200 W) handles tougher vegetables, while a larger bowl (14‑16 cups) reduces the need for multiple batches. Look for interchangeable dicing discs (8 mm, 12 mm, 16 mm) that let you choose cube size for consistent results.

The Breville offers a dedicated dicing kit with three precise blade sizes and a 16‑cup capacity, whereas the Cuisinart provides a more general-purpose 14‑cup unit with standard slicing and shredding discs. Breville’s motor is slightly lower in peak power but compensates with a built‑in recipe platform and color‑coded accessories. If precise, uniform cubes are your priority, the Breville is the stronger choice.

The 9‑cup model delivers the same precision dicing technology as the larger Breville but in a compact footprint, ideal for small kitchens. It includes an onboard storage caddy that keeps accessories organized, saving countertop space. While its capacity limits batch size, it still provides professional‑grade slicing, shredding, and dicing without the bulk of a 14‑ or 16‑cup unit.

For everyday tasks such as chopping herbs, making small batches of salsa, or preparing baby food, the 3‑cup Hamilton Beach is sufficient and very easy to clean. Its 350 W motor is modest but handles soft to medium‑hard ingredients well. However, it lacks the larger capacity, multiple dicing discs, and high‑power performance needed for big meals or heavy‑duty dicing.

The Ninja combines a 1200‑peak‑watt motor with a 4‑in‑1 Auto‑iQ program system, delivering strong performance and hands‑free operation. Its large XL feed chute reduces prep time, and the reversible shredding disc adds versatility. Though it doesn’t include a dedicated dicing kit, the powerful motor and preset programs make it a solid all‑round value for users who need slicing, shredding, and dough mixing.

Warranty length reflects the manufacturer’s confidence in durability; the Cuisinart offers a 3‑year limited warranty on the unit and a 5‑year motor warranty, which is among the best in this segment. Breville typically provides a 2‑year limited warranty, while Hamilton Beach and Ninja often include a 1‑year warranty. If you plan heavy use, opting for a model with a longer motor warranty can save future repair costs.

Slicing and shredding discs produce uniform strips or shredded pieces, but they cannot create consistent cubes. A dedicated dicing attachment, like those in the Breville Paradice kits, cuts ingredients into precise, repeatable dice sizes (8 mm, 12 mm, 16 mm). If your recipes rely on evenly cubed vegetables for even cooking, investing in a dicer is essential.

Look for dishwasher‑safe bowls, lids, and blades to simplify cleanup; most models, including Hamilton Beach and Cuisinart, list these parts as dishwasher safe. Units with detachable disc stems or easy‑snap assembly, such as the Cuisinart and Hamilton Beach Stack & Snap, reduce the time spent disassembling. For commercial‑grade machines like the Anatole or Hiteemer, ensure they provide cleaning brushes and clear safety locks to prevent accidental operation during cleaning.