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Customer Reviews for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

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Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

Model: BFP-703CH
SKU: 8483009
UPC: 086279110565
Prepare all your favorite foods and beverages with this combination blender/food processor.
Average Customer Rating:
4.2 out of 5
4.2
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5
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80% of customers would recommend this product to a friend 
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12 out of 15
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Customer Reviews for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor
Review 1 for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

Melted

Customer Rating
2.0 out of 5
2.0
Posted by: jilly81
from Colorado
on 09/03/2010
Value for Price
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Durability
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Usefulness
4.0 out of 5
4.0
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What's great about it: Heavy glass bowl, sharp blades, easy to use.
What's not so great: It melted and it is excessively loud.
I really loved this thing at first although it did sound like a jet getting ready to take off. However this is what happened the last time I used it. The white piece that slides on so you can shred cheese and such melted to the black part of the spindle and is now fused and useless! I really expected a heck of a lot more from Cuisinart.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 2 for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

Great space saving kitchen gadget!

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Dsub
from Minneapolis, MN
on 08/09/2010
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Durability
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Usefulness
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: durable, makes chopping quick & easy, good price for 2 small appliances
This blender/food processor is great. I have used it for a variety of smoothies (blender), chopping veggies, & making salsa (food processor) & it has done a great job chopping, mixing, & pureeing everything I've thrown in it. With other blenders i have had problems getting all of the ice to blend, but not the case with this puppy. The glass pitcher is very durable too as I have cracked plastic pitchers in the past. Someone had posted that they had a problem with it leaking. I too had this problem the first time I used it, but don't think i had it on tight enough; I have not had problems since. Just make sure you have the rubber piece in the correct place & that it's tight & you shouldn't have problems. Someone also commented on wishing the food processor container was larger, but I don't see this as an issue. When making salsa, some veggies you will want to dice more than others anyway, so I just dump the contents in a large bowl every so often. It only takes about 5-8 seconds to purify a veggie! The user manual also comes with some handy recipes that are quite good!
Overall, I couldn't be happier with it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 3 for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

Small but powerful

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: MontanaJimmie
from Paradise Valley, MT
on 04/24/2010
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Durability
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Usefulness
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: Gets the job done
What's not so great: Wish I had brought a bigger one
A little loud, but easy to overlook because it’s so sturdy
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 4 for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

Worked OK, Motor burned out

Customer Rating
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Posted by: mma1980
from Omaha, NE
on 03/09/2010
Value for Price
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Durability
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Usefulness
3.0 out of 5
3.0
What's great about it: Great for people who have limited storage space, but want a food processor and blender
What's not so great: blender is loud, food processor attachment is very loud, did not last
I have owned this combination food processor/blender for a couple of years and it usually did a fairly decent job with both the food processor and the blender. Recently I started making smoothies with frozen fruit and I think I discovered the blender's weakness... after only a few weeks of using frozen fruit for smoothies the motor burned out.
I would look at a more powerful blender if you regularly make smoothies or crush ice. If you are interested in the food processor attachment, it worked great.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 5 for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

get the warranty

Customer Rating
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Posted by: CarlaJ
from Pittsburgh,PA
on 03/06/2010
Value for Price
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Durability
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Usefulness
1.0 out of 5
1.0
What's great about it: it is a two in one machine
What's not so great: it broke after 2times
for 100dollars it was not worth it. i made smoothes for my family when i first got it..they were great!!!! Then i decide to use it again for just myself wasnt that easy this time.. i put all the fruit in and the milk..then hit food processor there was sound but not motion i took it all apart then i look and the notice the blade came a part.. so i callled bestbuy and asked what to do they said bring it back in.. so that what im doing today.. would i get another one for 100dollars NO!!!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
0points
1out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 6 for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

I absolutely love this blender!!

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Infamous216
from Cleveland, Ohio
on 06/23/2009
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Quality
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Features
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: Functions and perfect for two people
What's not so great: Even though it completely comes apart to wash there is a downside.
This is by far the best blender I have ever used. Very powerful and will chop up anything. The food processor is great as well. I blend every morning for my wife and I. I make smoothies mostly but works perfect. Chops everything with ease and the motor doesn't hesitate or anything. The cons might be that it's to loud for some people or that it doesn't hold enough for larger parties, but overall it's perfect for how I use it. The only downside is that it comes completely a part for easy washing. Which is perfect except recently the seal on the bottom of mine fell off of the glass pitcher. I went to put it back together and it's not sealing correctly so liquid is coming out of the sides. So I might either have to get a new seal or buy a new blender. Which I'm really bummed about because I love this thing. I also have to check to see if it's still under warranty. So we'll see, but still overall great for everyday 2 person blending.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 7 for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

This is excellant, easy cleanup & heavy

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Stormy11
from Storm Lake, Iowa
on 05/21/2009
Value for Price
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Features
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: easy cleanup & heavy
What's not so great: smaller than most.
Excellant product with many features. Smaller than most but is heavy and works great.
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 8 for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

Does wonders

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Leeferd
from Brandon, MS
on 03/21/2009
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Features
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: It's Cuisinart, does what it claims, looks great, powerful, etc.
What's not so great: Nothing so far
I got tired of buying throw away blender food processors. They either under preformed or broke very quickly. I haven't used it much but I can see it getting used a lot in the near future.
I would recommend this to a friend!
-1point
1out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 9 for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

Great multi use

Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: tiff719
from Denver, CO
on 01/08/2009
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Quality
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Features
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Performance
4.0 out of 5
4.0
What's great about it: Less to store, two appliances in one
What's not so great: The processor could be larger
It is really great for when you want to do two things at once like make enchiladas with margaritas. I wish the base came in stainless steel, but this is pretty easy to keep clean with Clorox wipes. The food processor is pretty loud.
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 10 for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

awesome

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: bayarealove
from Bay Area, CA
on 12/12/2008
Value for Price
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Features
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Performance
5.0 out of 5
5.0
What's great about it: power, ease of use, 2-in-1
What's not so great: N/A
Until now, I had never had a good blender, but this Cuisinart is the best! It blends wells and the food processor is awesome too!
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 11 for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

Solid choice

Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: scoobie
from Ft. Worth, TX
on 08/07/2008
What's great about it: blends well, easy to use.
What's not so great: no pre-programmed settings
The smartpower is an all around strong choice for a blender and, for me, was a handy bonus as a food processor. It makes great smoothies, and blends well. My only request would be that it has some pre-programmed modes that allow it to stop and start to settle the ice when it first starts to blend, then you don't have to pulse or try and rearrange the ice. I'm very happy with this appliance and would recommend it without reservation.
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 12 for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT!

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: BOBBY268
from GARDENA, CA
on 08/04/2008
What's great about it: NOT BULKY GREAT FOR EVERYTHING
THE FIRST TIME I SAW IT ONLINE I SAID TO MYSELF I HAVE TO HAVE IT. I WENT TO THE STORE AND I SAW IT IN FRONT OF ME I DIDNT EVEN THINK ABOUT IT TWICE IT WAS LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT. I USE IT FOR ALMOST EVERY DISH THAT I MAKE AND IT JUST MAKES MIRACLES HAPPEN. MY FOOD EVEN LOOKS AND TASTE WAY BETTER NOT THAT I DIDNT ..LOL
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
2out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 13 for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

No-Sweat Prep Solution

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: BBoomer
on 08/03/2008
What's great about it: Quick & Easy All Around Use
What's not so great: None - unless looking for large family or crowd capacity.
Size is what will keep you pulling this one out of the cabinet versus larger capacity food processors. Especially when smaller amounts are needed and you've come to loath dragging out weighty bases and cleaning up larger containers and parts afterward.
The blender attachment, is a great feature - a definite space saver - very EZ for summer smoothies, and breakfast drinks.
The food processor's ability to not only chop, but to shred and slice, surpasses smaller processors ONLY designed to chop and dice. The pulse feature, at any speed, is also a plus. 40oz = 5 cups: meaning enough for (many) average recipes and projects. This machine means less work, more time, and motivation to pamper your own health!
I would recommend this to a friend!
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 14 for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

great product

Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: beachperson
on 07/10/2008
What's great about it: use two ways
What's not so great: small
its the best for making baby food. great for making drinks then slicing veggies without a clean up between. not to large.so you cant make alot of drinks at once.
I would recommend this to a friend!
0points
1out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 15 for Cuisinart SmartPower 7-Speed Duet Blender/Food Processor

Like Napoleon

Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: revoredo
from Beverly Hills, CA
on 09/21/2007
Small but powerful. If you're a serious kitchen freak, this may leave you wanting more. But that only goes for capacity. In terms of performance and ease of use and assembly, this dynamo is so good it's downright scary.
The button selections are clear, nicely placed and generously sized for so small an appliance. The motor performance is pretty exciting and the result... perfect processing for all of your kitchen needs.
All that, and it's relatively cheap. Perfect for the apartment-dwelling single or the aspiring chef.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+9points
10out of 11found this review helpful.