Breville - Sous Chef 16

I have both. I think you’d be happy with either machine.

The Breville one I got, I was able to add additional blades. The dicing blades are very cool. The Breville one feels more powerful and smoother. I think you’d be happy with either one. If I had to pick one it would probably be the Breville. When I was considering purchasing the Breville I watched a lot of YouTube video reviews to help me decide in case that is of any help to you. Happy to answer any specific questions you have.

Either machine can do any food processing task you throw at them. The motor power is noticeably better with the Breville. The Breville has a blade specifically for dough; it does just fine with dough. The Breville has optional blades for making diced cubes of vegetables that are not an option with the Cuisinart.

Magimix or Breville make the best 14-16 cup models money can buy imo. You hear the Cuisinart Custom 14 recommended a ton as well and, while its still good, it’s a marked step down in just about every way, but it does tend to be a lot cheaper, so that’s a good option for bang for your buck.

The oft-recommended Cuisinarts are fine and pretty good value for money, but if you have the budget for it, a Magimix or Breville is *way* better.

The Breville is a clear step up from the Cuisinart, although 16 cups is quite large. The only brand I’d put on the same level as the Breville is Magimix and they have a great 14 cup model. If you have the budget, I’d definitely go for the Breville or Magimix. The Cuisinart is also a solid machine and a good value for money though—just not as powerful or well-designed and with fewer accessories.

Get a Magimix. Or a Sage (aka Breville). Both are huge upgrades from the Cuisinart tbh

My Breville Sous Chef has a 16-cup capacity, can dice, and has handled everything I've ever thrown at it with ease

I’ve had a Vitamix 5200 for about 15 years maybe more. I can’t remember how long ago I bought it. It’s still a work horse. I’ve also got a Breville Sous Chef 16 cup. It comes with multiple attachments. Also a work horse. I don’t use all the attachments but the slicer/shredder and s blades are used the most. Also have a Bamix with various blades and tubs for grinding and chopping. I use all of them regularly even though I cook/prep for one person now. The Bamix doesn’t quite blend as smoothly as the Vitamix so that is my go to for smoothies or anything that has to be a smooth texture. They have all been a long lasting investment in my kitchen. I am sure the Vitamix is available in 220v. You might have to buy it directly from them.

Depends what you already have really. I already have basically this kit (mines older), a stick blender with a tiny food processor attachment. Even ended up with double all the bits when the motor gave out in warranty and they sent me a whole new box instead of just the motor. https://www.kenwoodworld.com/en-au/triblade-xlplus-hand-blender-hbm60-307gy/p/HBM60.307GY Also already have a normal blender and a large food processor with a small insert. An older version of this: https://www.breville.com/en-au/product/bfp810 So I was already well covered. If I didn't have either, I'd probably grab the stick blender. Because if you didn't already have it and weren't looking for it, I'm not recommending the $800 food processor over the $100 stick blender for your purpose...

Just wanted to pop in and say thanks again for the advice! I bought the Breville Sous Chef 16 Pro, and settled on a replacement pitcher for the Vitamix. The Breville is slightly bigger than I expected but it’s so worth the extra space with how well it is made. The box with all the blades is super sturdy and I am sure it wakka stand up to a few years of use and abuse. I had the opportunity to use it several times last week including making pasta sauce, pie dough, salsa, and pesto and it was worth every single penny. It turned out to be slightly more than the Cuisinart, but given it had that handy storage box it made the most sense. Thanks again for your thoughtful and detailed reply, you helped make this chef a very happy man at work!

honestly this does fit the requirements. i wouldn’t keep a food processor out but we have a breville sous chef pro and it’s great but takes some room to store and no machine is super easy to clean.

No i have had a Breville 16 cup Sous Chef Pro with dicing attachment. Never ever had a problem. Bought the KA 14 cup for my daughter’s wedding and she hates it.

Breville’s big food processor has been a long time winner for me. It’s a beast. So powerful, in fact, that it’s easy to overprocess, so you just have to be aware.

I've used my Breville for many years and it's a beast. It definitely has earned its keep for sheer power and reliability. But if you're looking for something a little less pricey I see that Cuisinart's 14-cup processor (model DFP-14BCNY) is [available on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AXM4WV2?th=1) for $235 right now. [According to America's Test Kitchen](https://www.americastestkitchen.com/equipment_reviews/2194-food-processors#review-reviewables-section), which does independent reviews, that model and the Breville Sous Chef 16 were their two "Highly Recommended" devices.

Breville Sous chef has been amazing for us