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Our Breakdown of the 15 Best Cuisinart Products on the Market

Since the launch of its first food processor in 1973, Cuisinart has been one of the most trusted, reliable brands for kitchen essentials. From small appliances to bakeware to flatware to kitchen gadgets, Cuisinart has something for everyone.

The brand is beloved by home cooks and professional chefs alike.

The Cuisinart collection includes a massive variety of products designed for food prep, cooking, and baking. Their products are top-quality, but they are also affordable.

Cuisinart products routinely top “best of” lists in terms of quality, affordability, and function. And because they offer great value, households all across America have been able to use and enjoy the Cuisinart brand.

If you’re thinking about buying a new kitchen appliance, here’s our breakdown of the 15 best Cuisinart products on the market today.


Best Cuisinart Coffee Machines

Cuisinart coffee machines

Can’t get your day started until you’ve had a cup of Joe? Here are some of Cuisinart’s best coffee makers, simply perfect for any coffee drinker:

Cuisinart DCC-3200 14-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker

Like your coffee at regular strength? Prefer a bolder flavor? The Cuisinart 14-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker lets you decide how strong you want your next cup to be.

This coffee maker is one of Cuisinart’s best, and for under $100, it won’t bust your budget.

In stainless steel with a glass carafe, this machine features new technology that ensures your coffee brews at the perfect temperature.

It includes a Brew Strength Control feature so you can choose between “regular” or “bold” flavor. It’s also built with a Brew Pause function so you can pause the brewing cycle and enjoy one cup while the rest of the pot brews.

Want to enjoy a cup at the same time every morning? It’s programmable so you can set your next brew time up to 24 hours in advance. It even includes an indicator light that lets you know when it’s time to clean and decalcify your machine.

Our Rating
4.6/5 Stars
Pros
Brew strength control
Cons
Glass carafe is fragile, hand wash don’t use the dishwasher

Customer Review
This drip coffee maker is awesome! I bought it to replace my 10 year old DCC-1200. Cuisinart seems to have made all the right improvements, but most of all, they perfected the brewing water temp and carafe heater temp. Additionally, they improved the hot water shower head, making it larger so that more of the grounds surface gets wet. Because of this, you get a great cup of coffee! You also now have control of the auto-off time, and you can shut off the coffee-ready beeper. They added a “Bold” button to slow down the brewing process if you want a stronger cup. They added a side-view sight tube so you can see the tank water level from the side.

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Cuisinart SS-15P1 Coffee Center 12-Cup Coffeemaker and Single-Serve Brewer

Need a full pot? In the mood for a single cup? The Cuisinart 12-Cup Coffeemaker and Single-Serve Brewer lets you make a dozen cups of drip coffee in one shot. Or, you can pop in a K-Cup pod when you only need to make one cup.

Sometimes you only need a single cup in the morning. If you’re hosting friends or having a party, you may need to serve multiple cups at one time. This versatile design lets you do both.

Detailed with a removable drip tray so you can fill a travel mug, this brewer includes a charcoal water filter, a glass carafe with a stainless steel handle, and Brew Strength Control so you can select regular or bold flavor.

It’s fully automatic, so you can self-clean it when necessary, adjust the temperature of your favorite brew, and set the time to brew up to 24 hours in advance.

Our Rating
4.3/5 Stars
Pros
Option to brew a full pot or single cup
Cons
Some users report issues with leaking

Customer Review
I’ve had many coffee makers over the years and this is by far the best. Most of the makers I have had were Cuisinart brands, but 2 were Keurig (one was the newest model) I love this machine and have not found any issues in the few weeks I’ve had it. I generally make a pot of coffee in the morning and use the single serve in the afternoon or evening. I have used several types of coffees and each one tastes great. It is easy to use and clean. Very happy with this purchase.

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Cuisinart DCC-1100BK 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker

Stainless steel accents add a stylish touch to the Cuisinart 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker. This affordable coffee machine feature’s Cuisinart’s Brew Pause feature (so you can have a cup while the rest of the pot is brewing). It also has a self-cleaning feature and programmable functions for ease of use and maintenance.

It’s detailed with a charcoal water filter, a gold-tone filter, and an auto shut-off feature. Plus, the 12-cup carafe has a dripless spout, so you’ll never spill coffee on your countertop.

This machine is a classic, and it looks good on any counter, no matter what type of kitchen décor you’re working with.

Our Rating
4.5/5 Stars
Pros
Self cleaning
Cons
Some users report leaking issues

Customer Review
I bought the Thermal Carafe model 10 years ago and love it! We use it on average of one and a half times daily. (Once a day in the warmer months, and twice a day in the winter months). We love the carafe model because once the water is heated up before it drips into the coffee beans and pot. Once it’s done brewing, the coffee maker shuts off and the hot coffee stays hot in the carafe without having to have a heat plate keeping the pot warm. Its so nice to take the carafe to the table when guests are over rather than constantly having to get up to get the pot to refill cups. And, its more energy efficient! If a full pot of hot coffee is brewed, it can sit in the carafe all day long (8 hours) and still be piping hot later. A half a pot after 8 hours is still very warm. 10 years and counting! I hope it lasts a lifetime!

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Related: The 9 Best Coffee Makers With Grinders


Best Cuisinart Blenders

Best Cuisinart blenders

Frozen margaritas. Fresh fruit juices. Protein-packed smoothies.

Cuisinart blenders make it ultra-easy to mix up any drink!

Cuisinart CBT-1500 Hurricane Velocity 2.25 Peak HP Blender

From healthy smoothies to boozy frozen cocktails, the Cuisinart Hurricane Velocity 2.25 Peak HP Blender makes all sorts of yummy drinks.

With high and low blending speeds, this blender can pulverize and crush all sorts of ingredients, including ice. It also has programmable settings to help you make your favorite drinks over and over again.

The stainless steel blades can handle heavy-duty tasks, and the BPA-free plastic jar allows you to serve right out of the pitcher.

Our Rating
4.3/5 Stars
Pros
Double housing design means quieter blending!
Cons
Since it has a wide base, it’s not ideal for pureeing small amounts of things

Customer Review
Honestly to say anything negative about this blender would have to be exaggeration based on some distorted perception that has no basis in fact. It is awesome, powerful, and competitively priced. I always buy Cuisinart when I can because everything I have ever bought Cuisinart has been top quality. Occasionally the gear shaft does not line up when putting the jar on? Duh, turn it 1/4 inch with your finger then put the jar on. This is common with this type of appliance. On top of being powerful, it does everything without hundreds of dollars in additional accessories. I love it so much, I wonder how I ever lived without it. There is NOTHING cheap or cheaply made about this blender. Plus Cuisinart stands behind their products and has great customer service.

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Cuisinart CSB-75 Smart Stick Two-Speed Hand Blender

Puree soup, make a smoothie, or whip butter for your next batch of cookies with the Cuisinart Smart Stick Two-Speed Hand Blender.

What’s great about this hand blender is that it will mix in any pot, bowl, or pitcher you’re already using. With its elongated length, you don’t have to dirty another pot or bowl to blend your ingredients.

This hand mixer features a powerful 300-watt motor to blend soups and smoothies in a matter of seconds. Plus, it includes two speed options to make every blend absolutely perfect.

Need the freedom to move around your kitchen while you’re blending? For $99.95, the Cuisinart Smart Stick comes in a cordless model as well.

Our Rating
4.3/5 Stars
Pros
Ergonomic grip for comfortable one-handed operation
Cons
Might feel awkward for left-handed people to use at first

Customer Review
As about the millionth person to post a reaction here, I’ll keep it short and sweet: This is the next generation in emersion hand blenders, and it’s way better than the single piece plastic units it replaces. The removable end makes it more cleanable and the metal end keeps it from 1) staining, and 2) off-gasing plastic poisons into the food. Note that this is a two-speed blender, which is an added bonus. Also it’s corded. I’ve tried a cordless emersion blender, but they just don’t have as much power. I try not to buy too many gizmos for my kitchen, but this one is simply essential for sauces — so I use it all the time.

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Cuisinart BFP-650 Velocity Ultra Trio 1 HP Blender/Food Processor

With two travel cups included, the Cuisinart Velocity Ultra Trio 1 HP Blender/Food Processor offers multiple functions in one convenient design.

This two-in-one wonder can whip smoothies, chop ice into a finely crushed powder, and mince your favorite herbs. The food processor function lets you shred, chop, mix, and slice fruits and veggies in a matter of seconds.

The food processor comes with a feed tube and pusher, a shredder and slicer disc, and a stainless chopper blade. The blender includes both smoothie and ice crush functions.

Limited on countertop space? This device saves room by allowing you to tackle multiple tasks with just one machine.

Our Rating
4.3/5 Stars
Pros
Pre-programmed functions for convenience
Cons
Loud

Customer Review
YES! I use this everyday. The smoothies are great! Love the pre-programed buttons & the to-go cups. This thing has a ton of power. The shaved ice is luxurious! Fantastic for cocktails OR a quick italian style shaved ice “dessert.” The blender blades in the lid make it really easy to keep clean. Food processor works great as well and the size gives you room to get in there with a spatula. I’m very impressed with the functionality.

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Best Cuisinart Food Processors

Best Cuisinart food processor

Need to chop, dice, or shred ingredients for your next salad or stir fry? Cuisinart makes reliable and powerful food processors and specialty choppers.

Cuisinart DFP-14BCNY Custom 14-Cup Food Processor

The Cuisinart Custom 14-Cup Food Processor can shred, chop, and slice any of your favorite ingredients with ease. It comes with both an extra-large feed tube and a small feed tube, making it easy to break down small pieces of fresh fruit or entire vegetables.

Our Rating
4.7/5 Stars
Pros
Full 5-year warranty
Cons
High clearance of feeder tube makes it so you can’t use without pulling it out from underneath cabinets

Customer Review
I just upgraded to this from a cheap (if you call $80 cheap) B&D model. I watched a lot of video reviews on this and they were right on the mark. This unit is top notch. It does everything it’s designed to do beautifully. It’s so quiet, you can use it while the whole house is asleep without waking a soul. You can whip up dough for two pizzas or a double crust pie without even the tiniest whiff of flour escaping.

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Cuisinart FP-13DGM Elemental 13-Cup Food Processor With Dicing

Mix up your favorite salsa or chop and dice ingredients for your next salad or stew in the Cuisinart Elemental 13-Cup Food Processor. With slicing, chopping, dicing, and mixing blades included, this food processor makes meal prep easier than ever.

Our Rating
4.5/5 Stars
Pros
Adjustable slicer
Cons
Make sure you have storage space for all the attachments!

Customer Review
I have had this product for a week and have used it multiple times so far.
Safety locking the unit and lid in place take a bit to learn but are great for the “helping hands” I have in the kitchen learning to cook.
Power is amazing. Overprocessing is easy to do so less is more when chopping vegetables. Shredding cheese (even soft cheese) is a quick process.
Wish I would have gotten this years ago. Worth every penny so far.

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Cuisinart DLC-8SY Pro Custom 11-Cup Food Processor

Don’t need a food processor that can hold 14 cups? The Cuisinart Pro Custom 11-Cup Food Processor is a slightly smaller, yet just as powerful, option. With slicing, shredding, and chopping features, this food processor includes a large feed tube to handle all sorts of fruits and veggies.

Our Rating
4.6/5 Stars
Pros
You can continue a conversation even while the machine is running!
Cons
Some users report issues with the blade staying in place during use

Customer Review
My previous DLC 8 had a cracked bowl and I couldn’t find a replacement that would fit the cover I had, so I ordered a new one. Wow! Love the new on/off/pulse controls and the extra cover to use when chopping. The previous reviews talked about being difficult to clean, but I did not experience that at all. The “pusher” releases and can be cleaned separately from the tube. I’m sorry I waited so long to get a new one.

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Best Cuisinart Griddles

Best Cuisinart griddles

Pancakes, hot dogs, burgers, steaks …

Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Cuisinart griddles (marketed as “Griddlers”) offer a simple and easy way to cook up some of your favorite dishes.

Cuisinart GR-4N Griddler

The Cuisinart Griddler isn’t your average burger-making grill press. This little device has five separate cooking options so you can make everything from pancakes to paninis.

This five-in-one appliance has a floating cover and a set of reversible plates, so you can cook your favorite meals on slotted plates or on a smooth surface. Depending on how you position the plates, you can turn it into a full griddle, a full grill, a half grill/half griddle, or a traditional panini press.

With non-stick plates that drain grease, it’s a great way to make decadent meals in a healthy way.

Our Rating
4.7/5 Stars
Pros
Dishwasher safe cooking plates
Cons
Plates aren’t angled well for grease drippings

Customer Review
I can’t say enough great compliments about this griddle. We had a Hamilton Beach griddle with two plates (one ribbed and the other flat) which we used consistently two or three times a week for many, many years and were slow to replace because we loved cooking with it so much. My husband and I have decided that this one is better. There is no timer (which the Hamilton Beach had) so that I didn’t have to keep resetting it. It also has controls of the heat which is very useful as well as the two plate construction that we liked in the former griddle, but it’s now just one reversible plate with the Cuisinart. We’ve made our usuals on it such as hamburgers, steaks, chicken, Italian sausage and peppers as well as pressed sandwiches like Cubans. All came out perfect! Also, one of the features that we liked about our former griddle was that we could cook meat right from the freezer to the griddle. The Cuisinart griddle is no exception. It’s very convenient to be able to grab something out of the freezer and just place it on the griddle. I don’t know what the other reviewers were complaining about, but hooray for the Cuisinart griddle!!!

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Cuisinart GR-11 Griddler Grill & Panini Press

The next time you’re craving a panini, you’ll wish you had the Cuisinart Griddler Grill & Panini Press on your countertop. This panini press has a simple, modern look with two removable grill plates to cook sandwiches evenly on both sides.

Need a larger cooking surface to make burgers or steaks? This Griddler opens flat, creating double the surface area for larger items. It drains the grease while you’re cooking, and it comes with a recipe book to give you all sorts of ideas on new, delicious dishes to try.

Our Rating
4.4/5 Stars
Pros
Adjustable front feet for better grease drainage
Cons
No temperature control

Customer Review
Absolutely love this grill. It is very compact and takes the same space as an oversized toaster. It is very quick to heat up. The clean up is a breeze with the removable plate. I only wash them by hand. The size is good for one, max two servings. A must have tool who wants a quick and painless dinner in 10 minutes (that’s how long got takes to cook a chicken breast. Twice as less for salmon).

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Cuisinart GR-150 Griddler Deluxe

The Griddler Deluxe is perfect for when you’re in a grilling mood but don’t want to barbecue outside.

This griddle includes six different cooking options with removable and reversible grill plates. Depending on how you place the plates, this machine can be a contact grill, a panini press, a full grill, a half grill, a full griddle, or a half griddle.

If you’re a steak lover, this is the griddle for you, as it includes a sear function to cook meat at 500 degrees for up to two minutes at a time. Perfect for finishing off that filet mignon or New York strip!

Our Rating
4.7/5 Stars
Pros
Integrated drip tray
Cons
Warranty does not cover shipping product back to them for service

Customer Review
I really like the Cuisinart Grill. It is just the right size and cooks both sides of the food item evenly and at the same time. The grill plates have 2 sides, one for grilling stakes or panini sandwiches, and the other side for grilling pancakes, eggs, bacon, etc.. It is easy to set the the temperature to handle different items. The grill plates are non-stick and are easily removed for easy cleaning. The grill has a removable try that collects grease and runoff from whatever you are grilling. Very easy to remove and clean. Also, the grill has a floating top grill that automatically adjusts for the thickness of your food item. I am very happy with my purchase, I use this grill several times week.

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Best Cuisinart Cookers

Best Cuisinart cookers

Want to cook your favorite meal extra fast? Prefer to cook your dinner extra slow?

From pressure cookers that speed up cooking time to slow cookers that simmer at a low heat, here are some of Cuisinart’s best countertop cookers:

Cuisinart MSC-400 4-Quart 3-In-1 Cook Central Multicooker

Cook your dinner all day long with the Cuisinart 4-Quart 3-in-1 Cook Central Multicooker. This device lets you slow cook on low or high, simmer, or keep food warm for up to 24 hours. It also allows you to steam ingredients for up to 90 minutes.

But what we really love about this multicooker is that you can brown and saute meat right inside. There’s no need to brown your meat first or dirty another pan.

Cuisinart MSC-600 6-Quart 3-in-1 Cook Central Multicooker

The Cuisinart 6-Quart 3-in-1 Cook Central Multicooker is very similar to the 4-quart model listed above, just larger. Those extra two quarts allow you to feed even more people or make up even larger batches for parties or days of leftovers.

This multicooker can steam food for up to 90 minutes, brown and saute up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, and simmer, slow cook, or keep food warm for up to 24 hours.

Toss your favorite ingredients in at night before you go to bed. When you return home from work the next day, you’ll have the perfect meal ready to eat!

Our Rating
4.5/5 Stars
Pros
Dishwasher safe parts
Cons
The non-stick is easily scratched (use soft utensils inside!)

Customer Review
I love this so much that I have given it a permanent spot on our counter. Being able to brown right in the pot opens up a whole new world of minimum-mess-cooking, as well as the steaming function. My husband loves coming home to homemade meals if he has to work late as keeping things warm on the “low” setting works really well! This product is very well made, the pots coating is excellent quality which makes for a super easy clean up. I was a bit skeptical before the first use if it’s really going to work for a decent browning, but it browns PERFECT! An added plus is that when you do brown in this there is VERY LITTLE splattering in the surrounding area, if any. I opted for the 6 quart and it works out perfect for us. This will give you enough to have a complete meal for two people and save/freeze at least another two meals. I also love that it is rectangular and not oval, it fits different foods much better. Yet the slightly rounded corners make for easy cleaning. I can’t say enough about this and it is for sure an appliance that I would not want to miss anymore!

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Cuisinart CPC-600N1 6 Quart Pressure Cooker

When you don’t have hours to wait for a meal to cook, the Cuisinart 6-Quart Pressure Cooker gets the job done faster.

You can simmer, brown, and saute food right inside. When your meal is done, it stays warm. This is a must-have if you love meat stews or dishes that you want to enjoy soft and moist.

Our Rating
4.7/5 Stars
Pros
Cool-touch handles
Cons
Some users find it hard to store

Customer Review
I believe the best brand of instant pressure cooker on the market! Works great & my family loves the recipes I fix from it!

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Other Cuisinart Products

Cuisinart bread maker

Cuisinart may be best known for its food processors, blenders, and coffee makers, but they make a variety of other products as well. At Cuisinart, you can find ice cream makers, stand mixers, bread makers, and waffle makers.

Love fried food? They make a variety of air fryers, deep fryers, and air fryer toaster ovens to choose from.

Need a microwave oven, a toaster oven broiler, or a knife set? In the market for a coffee grinder or an espresso machine? Looking for an outdoor grill so you can BBQ on the beach? Cuisinart makes it all.

From cast iron pans to casserole dishes to kitchen tools, the Cuisinart collection has something for every home cook. They even make specialty appliances such as juicers, popcorn makers, and snow cone machines to get the kids involved.

And if you want to outfit your entire kitchen with Cuisinart products, they also sell high-quality multi-piece cookware sets, dinnerware, cutlery, and bakeware.

Their product assortment is massive, and all products are built to last and backed by the trusted Cuisinart name.

Related: 53 Kitchen Essentials You Need for Your Apartment


Conclusion

Looking for ideas for your bridal registry? Ready to buy an entire suite of new kitchen accessories and countertop appliances for a newly remodeled kitchen? Need to replace one or two items from other brands that didn’t last as long as you’d hoped?

Shop the Cuisinart website now, and you’re sure to find the tool you need to take your next breakfast, lunch, or dinner to the next level!