I think it depends on how much you cook. I have a cuisiinart and have been please with it. Had a kitchen aid prior to that and actually liked it better but that was over ten years ago. I just made coleslaw for 20 people and it was a lifesaver. I also use it for grating cheese and carrots. I also have a vitamix and use it now, instead of my cuisinart for blending soups, chopping onions, smoothies, etc. but cuisinart can be used for those things too.