Hamilton Beach 70730
OVERALL RATING
- FOOD FRESHNESS 96%
- EASE OF USE 92%
- APPEARANCE 75%
PROS
– Despite the noise, it is quieter than some other options
– Easy to clean up after you’re finished
CONS
– Most people don’t use the scraper, or consider it unnecessary
That’s not the case with the Hamilton Beach 70730 though, since it will scrape the food off on its own. Beyond that, it’s meant to decrease the time you spend chopping even the large foods with features that we certainly feel represent one of the best choices in food processors. At a more than affordable price, it’s the next step in the evolution of your kitchen.
The Specifications
- DIMENSIONS: 8.43 x 10.25 x 15.47 inches
- WEIGHT: 6.2 pounds
Keep in mind that it will also hold 10 cups of food when you’re using it, allowing you more time to handle the other aspects of your meal.
Take this into consideration before your purchase
This small device also isn’t super quiet either. If you live somewhere with neighbors close by, they may not be too pleased with how loud this processor is.
You also may not like this device if you don’t have the time to really clean it properly, as food has the tendency to get stuck between the scraper and the bowl. It’s fairly easy to take care of, but if you’re looking for a quick cleanup, this may not be the right processor.
The Features
Bowl Scraper Feature
We’ve told you a little bit about this already, but the Hamilton 70730 comes with a bowl scraper feature. You don’t need to constantly assemble and disassemble this processor since it’s able to scrape the sides by itself without you stopping the device to do so manually. That means you don’t need to remove the lid to move the food to the center, speeding up your prep time.
Large Capacity
Due to the fact that you don’t need to scrape, you’re able to prepare your meals a lot faster, but the chute and the size helps with that too. The included chute can accommodate larger foods so you have little to no work at all before you throw them inside. As mentioned, It can also hold up to 10 cups of food, decreasing the number of times you need to empty it in between.
Multiple Uses
Make use of the slice and shredding disk, along with the S-blade in order to mix, puree and chop. Regardless of what you plan on using the processor for, you’ll be able to switch out your blade. Thankfully, the disks are all labeled, too, removing the need to guess which one you need for which task.
Use this food processor to chop nuts, onions, garlic, meat, celery, bread, herbs and many other items. It will even be able to puree fruits and vegetables for smoothies or sauces, making it more than worth the purchase.
Size and Space
Due to the small size of this mixer, you’re able to use it even in a small kitchen. Leave it out on the counters without a cluttered appearance. It is fairly sleek, too, so it won’t look like it doesn’t fit.
Suction Cups
Thanks to those suction cups on the bottom, the Hamilton will stay firmly in place. It won’t tumble from side to side and will not move as you’re using it.
Cleanup
You do need to get any food out that’s been stuck, but luckily, everything is completely dishwasher safe, including the bowl, lid and blades. The bowl scraper feature will work while the processor is on or off, too.
Charts and Speeds
The two-speed motor allows you to adjust the 450-watts to whatever you may need and with the included processing chart, any guesswork is eliminated.
The Pros And Cons
PROS
- Very easy to use with a pulse and two speeds
- Despite the noise, it is quieter than some other options
- Holds a huge amount of food that doesn’t need to be cut up beforehand
- Easy to clean up after you’re finished
- Should you ever need them, replacement parts are readily available online
- Even denser foods are chopped up without too much effort
CONS
- The knob used to go from one setting to another is easy to accidentally flip to another setting
- Most people don’t use the scraper, or consider it unnecessary
The Conclusion
It’s entirely possible to look past the noise and quality considering the space and time you’ll be able to save, making the Hamilton 70730 a great choice.