It is already impossible to imagine our kitchen without modern electromechanical household appliances that make life easier. But just what kind of assistant is better for this - a food processor or a blender, everyone chooses for himself. Although it is not always easy to dwell on something specific. For some, this is difficult.
In order to help in this matter, let's first look at the features of each device, how it differs from one another, and only then, which is better to choose.
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Little helpers in the kitchen
Small devices that help effectively in the kitchen are blenders. They come in two flavors.
Option 1 - immersion, is a mobile, elongated body such as bits, inside which is the engine. Different nozzles and elements are completed for it:
- a knife worn on the body for grinding or mixing;
- a whisk whipping semi-liquid food: mousses, cocktails, mashed potatoes, juices;
- chopper bowl connected to the body.
Some models are complemented by a small tank where mixing or slicing takes place.
According to the hostesses, the functionality of the submersible blender is not bad, as is its compactness. "Grace" and "harmony" of the main unit, as well as the fact that it can be hung on the wall, allows you to use the device in any small kitchen. And the mobility of this blender allows you to work in any capacity, as long as the food is not sprayed.
The main disadvantage of this kitchen equipment is that during operation it must be held vertically in the hand, constantly pressing the button. And the volume of processed products here is small, but the quality of mixing and grinding is excellent.
Option 2. A stationary blender is a base mounted on a table, inside of which there is also a motor, as in the mobile version. When a jug with a knife at the bottom is inserted into the base body, the knife is set in motion, due to which the product is processed.
This kitchen unit works from the on button without the intervention of the hostess, who can only pour the necessary products into the jug. Ultimately, depending on the ingredients, he gives out the following ready-made meals and semi-finished products:
- whipped cocktail;
- all kinds of mashed potatoes and sauces;
- whipped cream;
- ready-made liquid or semi-liquid dough;
- cracked ice.
It is also washed on its own, as many stationary blenders have a self-cleaning function.
Of course, the fact that the unit does not “bind” the hands of the hostess to itself is a big deal. But its volume, in comparison with the submersible device, and the inability to cook small portions, scares off some customers.
What can a food processor do?
No, it's better to ask what he does not know how. Today, perhaps, the food processor will not cover the table, will not make a sandwich and will not wash the dishes and the floor. But it will take on almost all the household chores, namely:
- peeling vegetables;
- cutting, grinding, shredding;
- kneading dough;
- squeezing juice;
- whipping cocktail, mashed potatoes, cream;
- looping over minced meat;
- grinding coffee, ice, frozen foods.
That’s all and performs the most versatile kitchen device.
Needless to say, a wide range of features is provided by a large package. This multi-purpose complex device requires:
- a large number of nozzles;
- various capacities;
- many graters;
- additional knives;
- filter elements and much more.
Thus, a food processor consists of several devices operating from one main building, it includes:
- mixer;
- blender
- juicer and more.
But its device is much more complicated than the above units.
From the above it is clear that all this implies:
- large dimensions;
- high power;
- impressive prices.
But this does not mean that a food processor with a mixer and a blender in the configuration is worse or better than these devices individually. In order to decide what to choose from them, let's see a comparison table.
Comparison of aggregates by indicators
| Indicator | Food processor | Blender |
| Compactness | Unsatisfactory due to the large configuration and considerable size. | Satisfactory for stationary,
good for submersible. |
| Functionality | Excellent as it has over 10 different functions | Satisfactory for both stationary and
submersible |
| Applicable Products | Almost all | Mostly soft |
| Cost | High | Budget compared to the harvester |
| Spaciousness | Large, with different capacities for cooking | Small compared to harvester |
| Difficulty to use | Difficult use | Easy to use |
| Ease of use | Inconvenient due to the need to clean a large number of items | Convenient, it takes a few minutes to clean |
| Practicality | Impossible, as it is used only in case of preparing a large number of products | Daily use |
Prerequisites for buying a food processor
If, after all, you have not decided what to choose, a blender or a food processor, try to ask yourself the questions below and answer them frankly. Perhaps this will help in the decision.
- Do you have space for a food processor?
- How often will you use it?
- What foods (including softness) do you most often buy for cooking?
- Buying a food processor will not cause significant damage to your budget?
- How much do you cook?
- What features of this appliance attract you the most from those that are urgently needed for cooking meals for your family?
By analyzing your answers, you will come to the right decision.
If you have enough space to accommodate the combine and you cook a large amount of food daily, using the many functions of this unit, and you are not afraid of either washing it or the cost, then this kitchen station wagon is created for you and your family.
If you, having thought carefully, have come to the conclusion that you have neither square, nor finances, nor a large family, and you, most of all, beat yourself an omelet of two eggs or mashed potatoes of three potatoes, then for you, of course, a blender is better .
Well, if you are a lover of gourmet cuisine and relax your body and soul, kneading, whipping, grinding, squeezing, twisting and so on products, the unit price, the lack of space and the need to wash a mountain of components are not important for you, then the presence of this unit in your life is strictly necessary.
It was also found out from surveys on the forums that many women prefer blender sets for everyday life, but when the conservation season begins, they regret their lack of food processors.
Hence the conclusion: correctly and timely set priorities facilitate and decorate our lives. Happy acquisition!
