Six of the best kitchen appliances
From a simple chopper with an anti-slip base to a processor with a range of accessories
1. Judge Mini Chopper JEA75
This simple chopper has one speed and just one button, but it chops and purées with ease. It has an anti-slip base, and a weighty glass bowl that can go in the dishwasher.
2. BOSCH MUM5XW10GB
A mixer with a 3.9l bowl, and comes with a full patisserie set. It has an integrated scale, and a powerful 1000W motor with 7 speeds.
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3. Kenwood MultiPro Compact FDM310SS
This 2.1l processor with an 800W motor and a blender can be used to weigh, chop, slice, grate, mix and whisk in one bowl.
4. Kitchen Aid 2.1L
This streamlined model comes with a selection of blades for chopping, slicing, kneading and grating, which can be stored inside it when not in use. It is one of the quietest on the market.
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5. Russell Hobbs 24732 Desire
A processor with a range of accessories, including the 2.5l bowl and a 1.5l dishwasher-proof blender. The 600W motor has 2 speed settings and a pulse option.
6. Ninja 3 in 1 with Auto-IQ BN800UK
Blending and processing programs do the work for you on this great machine. It has a 1.8l bowl, a 2.1l blending jug and a (noisy) 1200W motor.
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