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KitchenAid 7-Cup Food Processor - KFP0718

Best for

Best with multiple blades

Amazon rating

★★★★★4.5(7,721)

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Verdict scoreGreat
80/ 100

Updated May 14, 2026 · 1 min read

KitchenAid 7-Cup Food Processor - KFP0718

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The consensus

What reviewers found

Synthesized across the trust-weighted source mix below.

Across the reviewers we read, the KitchenAid KFP0718 7-Cup is the pick for cooks who want a mid-size machine with real slicing, shredding, and dough capability without jumping to a 14-cup footprint. TechRadar tested it across slicing, chopping, mixing, and grating and rated it positively, while r/Kitchenaid owners praise the snap-and-go bowl assembly and ease of cleaning. Amazon's 7,700+ reviews average 4.5 stars.

What reviewers liked

  • TechRadar tested it positively across slicing, chopping, mixing, and grating
  • One-click, twist-free bowl assembly and latched lid praised by r/Kitchenaid users
  • r/ReviewedAppliances threads highlight dough handling in the 64-oz bowl
  • Three-speed control offers more nuance than basic on/pulse competitors

Where it falls short

  • TechRadar explicitly flags it as costly for the size
  • Cheaper Ninja and Hamilton Beach options deliver comparable chopping power per dollar
  • 7-cup capacity is mid-size; large-batch cooks will outgrow it
  • Accessory storage and bowl quirks mentioned across multiple community reviews

Across the reviews

Synthesis · not our verdict

Across the reviewers we read, the KitchenAid KFP0718 7-Cup is the pick for cooks who want a mid-size machine with real slicing, shredding, and dough capability without jumping to a 14-cup footprint. TechRadar tested it across slicing, chopping, mixing, and grating and rated it positively, while r/Kitchenaid owners praise the snap-and-go bowl assembly and ease of cleaning. Amazon's 7,700+ reviews average 4.5 stars.

The consistent criticism is price. TechRadar's own headline calls it 'convenient but costly,' and community reviewers note you can get comparable raw chopping power from a Ninja BN601 for substantially less. The trade-off reviewers describe is build quality, the one-click bowl, and brand-typical accessory ecosystem rather than raw horsepower per dollar.

Reviewer consensus: a strong middle-ground choice for cooks who want versatility — multiple discs, dough capability, latched lid — in a 7-cup format. Heavy batch cooks should still go bigger.

Key specs

Source: Amazon listing
Feature 1
All-in-one storage solution stores all blades and discs directly in the bowl
Feature 2
Snap-and-go, easy-clean work bowl with a twist-free, one-click bowl assembly and latched lid; Add warm water and 1-2 drops of dish soap in the leak-resistant bowl to quickly clean bowl and blades
Feature 3
Chop, shred, slice and puree everything from fresh veggies to cheeses, sauces, salsa and so much more with the included multi-purpose blade and reversible slice/shred disc
Feature 4
Reduce prep time with the 2-in-1 feed tube and process a variety of ingredient shapes and sizes - tomatoes, cucumbers, potatoes and more
Feature 5
Simple controls with 3 speeds (High, Low and Pulse) to handle a variety of ingredients with precision. The easy-press paddles and illuminated LED controls make operation simple
Feature 6
Model KFP0718 includes (1) 7 cup work bowl, (1) Lid, (1) Multi-purpose blade, (1) Reversible medium slicing/shredding disc

What customers say

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Mixed!via TechRadar
Using the KitchenAid KFP0718CU food processor for a couple of weeks, I quickly discovered why it holds a strong 4.4-star rating from nearly ...
Mixedvia r/ReviewedAppliances
I love mine. I have the 13 or 14 cup (not sure) I upgraded from 2 smaller ones because I got tired of having both. I use mine almost everyday ...
Mixedvia r/Kitchenaid

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