I was looking at this same deal! I ended up getting the x5, which is currently $150 off through Vitamix. The x2 is only $50 off. I really wanted the Costco deal because of the value of the package, and the blender/processor combo is what I’m used to . I have the ninja blender ultimate w/ includes the blender, processor, and smoothy cups, same auto detect technology, but when I asked myself what I don’t like about it, I didn’t like the small capacity of the processor and food chute. And if you look deep into the Ascent x2 reviews on Costco, there are plenty of people complaining the auto detect on the processor. For my needs, when I use a processor, I need it for big batches, so I’m going old school and will get the 14 cup classic Cuisinart processor. It is on sale right now too, so I’m getting the x5 and cuisinart for close to the same price as the x2 Costco deal. My x5 arrived today! High end kitchen appliances for the win!
What's your budget? The determines a lot. The Cuisinart 14-cup is my recommendation, but it's almost $300 on Amazon right now. If you are patient, you can wait for a sale. I was able to get it for $150 back in 2021, but those days may be over. My only gripe with it is it does not work well with small amounts, but that might not be a fair gripe, considering its size.
One thing I will warn you about that I wish someone would have warned me about before I bought my 14-cup Cuisinart...
After it had already gained its reputation for being one of the best food processors, Cuisinart redesigned the blades slightly and it now has a larger gap at the very bottom, so some things do not get incorporated as well as they used to. It also does not perform well with small batches of things for this reason.
As long as you won't be using this exclusively for small batches then this should not be a big deal. And if you were, I'd say a 14-cup is not the right size for you. I do suggest using those smaller food processors that come with immersion blenders for small batches instead.
And do not buy directly from Cuisinart if you can help it, you're overpaying. It's $248 on Amazon US right now. It will dip down to about $200 if you are patient.
I got mine over Christmas for $160 so it still happens. I love mine and use it all the time but I’d really struggle to pay $300. That’s a Le Creuset price
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.
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