Best Overall
Ninja Food Chopper Express
- The compact unit is easy to store.
The compact unit is easy to store.
- The pulse feature won’t allow users to step away during chopping.
The pulse feature won’t allow users to step away during chopping.
Ninja’s Food Chopper is our pick for the best overall food chopper for its simple design and effectiveness. Plus, it’s dishwasher safe so maintenance is easy.
The chopper uses proprietary Ninja technology, which works to ensure evenness of food size with every usage. In addition to chopping, the Ninja Food Chopper can also be used to mince herbs and puree ingredients for sauces and dressings.
This pick features one-touch pulsing, leaving the control in the hands of the user. Just keep in mind that because of this, you won’t be able to step away from chopping like you might be able to with other options. We like that the splash guard can be used as a storage lid, and the base is non-slip, which promotes a better user experience to maintain sturdiness.
This is an important feature because as Cropper tells us, “You are going to be putting in an amount of force, especially if you are using it [a food chopper] for something like root vegetables, you are going to need something that is going to be able to take the weight of pushing down.”
Smaller in stature, the Ninja doesn’t take up much space when not in usage, especially when disassembled. However, if you want to leave it on your countertop, the simple and sleek design with gray accents will be a welcome addition to any kitchen.
Product Deals: Dimensions: 5.7 x 5.7 x 10.1 inches | Weight: 2 pounds | Capacity: 16 fluid ounces | Type: Electric
Best Budget
Zyliss Zick-Zick Classic Food Chopper
- It has a simple plunger design that provides users with complete control of just how much chopping they do.
It has a simple plunger design that provides users with complete control of just how much chopping they do.
- You will most likely need to pre-cut your vegetables so they fit into this chopper.
You will most likely need to pre-cut your vegetables so they fit into this chopper.
The Zyliss Zick Zick Classic Food Chopper is less expensive than other options, so it’s a great pick if you’re new to using a food chopper and don’t want to invest much. The simple design uses a hidden blade that extends at the pressing of a plunger while a cover surrounds the food you’re planning to chop to protect your fingers from the blades.
The three sharp, stainless steel blades also rotate with each chop to promote smoother and more even cutting. When it comes time to put this option away after use, it’s dishwasher safe, and the handle locks down for more compact, space-saving storage. An included lid and storage cup keep any leftovers of your chopped food fresher for longer.
Just be aware that the smaller size of this chopper means that you won’t be able to chop larger vegetables. As a result, you may need to pre-cut anything that you are looking to chop, which is an extra step that adds a bit of time.
Product Details: Dimensions: 4.13 x 10.83 x 3.94 inches | Weight: 0.88 pounds | Capacity: Not listed | Type: Manual
Best Splurge
Breville Sous Chef 12-Cup Food Processor
- It includes multiple attachments for added versatility.
It includes multiple attachments for added versatility.
- The heavier design can be harder to move.
The heavier design can be harder to move.
If you are looking for more than just chopping, Breville’s Sous Chef 12 Plus has you covered. A micro-serrated S-blade works to provide swift chopping, mixing, and processing, all while fueled by the highest-powered motor on our list, working with 1,000 watts of power.
This option also comes with multiple attachments, all of which can be kept in a convenient storage box that comes with the purchase. Due to the higher power and sharp blades, we appreciate that this model includes a safety interlock system, which won’t allow the motor to operate unless the bowl and lid are locked in position and the pusher is inserted.
This chopper also has a slicing disc that can be adjusted between 24 settings, giving the home chef the ability to slice between 0.3mm and 8.00mm of thickness. The optionality extends to the chute opening, which has a choice of 5-inch, 2.75-inch, and 1.5-inch mini-feed chute opening sizes.
The Breville also comes with a dough shredder, a reversible shredder, and as the name implies, the bowl it comes with has a 12-cup capacity. It also includes a one-year limited warranty and a 10-year induction motor guarantee,
While we appreciate the power and numerous options this product includes, the price tag is substantially higher than the other options on our list. Additionally, while the heavier nature does make it feel more substantial, it can also make it more cumbersome to move, so you’ll need the countertop space for it.
Product Details: Dimensions: 8.5 x 16.5 x 15.5 inches | Weight: 16.5 pounds | Capacity: 12 cups | Type: Electric
Best Electric
Cuisinart Elemental 4-Cup Chopper/Grinder
- It has an auto-reversing blade feature that offers excellent precision and control.
It has an auto-reversing blade feature that offers excellent precision and control.
- The chute is narrow, which means adding ingredients during usage isn’t ideal.
The chute is narrow, which means adding ingredients during usage isn’t ideal.
Cuisinart’s Elemental 4-Cup Chopper/Grinder features a specific blade that is designed with an auto-reversing feature for premium cutting. The sharp edge of the blade works to delicately chop and puree softer foods, while the duller edge is designed to grind through spices and harder, more durable foods. The touchpad control offers the choice of either chopping or grinding.
All of the removable parts of this option are dishwasher safe, and it includes a 4-cup bowl with a handle for a better overall user experience. In regards to attention to detail, Cuisinart’s BladeLock system has a great safety feature that keeps the blade secure for either processing or pouring.
With 220 watts of power, this electric option will be able to handle whatever you need to put it through. Just be mindful that a smaller chute does mean that adding ingredients during usage can be difficult.
Cuisinart also sells all three of the parts that make up the assembly of this chopper separately, should you need to replace a part down the road. Beyond that, the brand offers a limited 18-month warranty to keep you and your purchase protected.
Product Details: Dimensions: 8.38 x 10.25 x 6 inches | Weight: 3.3 pounds | Capacity: 4 cups | Type: Electric
Best Manual
Mueller Pro Series All-in-One 12 Blade Vegetable Chopper
- It features different-sized dicers for added control.
It features different-sized dicers for added control.
- The container doesn’t include a compatible lid to maintain freshness.
The container doesn’t include a compatible lid to maintain freshness.
As far as the best manual food choppers go, Mueller’s 12 Blade Vegetable Chopper is our pick for its sheer versatility. It features eight interchangeable stainless steel blades for a precise slice, and it also includes small and large dicers for added control of the final size of whatever you may be cutting.
The option from Mueller also includes three grating blades: julienne, fine julienne, and grater, in addition to a mandoline slicer. And it also comes with spiralizing blades if you prefer a different shape to your sliced vegetables.
For chopping, a full vegetable can be placed into this chopper. Simply pressing the top down will powerfully chop whatever you need to chop directly into the food container beneath. Additionally, it can be dismantled and put into the dishwasher for safe and easy cleaning.
Where this falls short, in our opinion, is that it doesn’t come with a lid for the container, meaning that freshly chopped food cannot be placed directly into storage and the fridge to maintain freshness. While this isn’t a dealbreaker, it is a simple feature that other options on our list do include. On the plus side, all the attachments fit into the container for storage.
Product Details: Dimensions: 5.47 x 5.71 x 10.91 inches | Weight: 2.94 pounds | Capacity: Not listed | Type: Manual
Best Compact
OXO Good Grips Chopper
- The chopper includes a cup you can chop directly into.
The chopper includes a cup you can chop directly into.
- It only has 1 cup of storage.
It only has 1 cup of storage.
Those who are short on storage should consider OXO’s Good Grips Chopper. The 1-pound chopper measures just under 8 inches in height, with a lockable knob, making it the smallest option on our list.
A wave-patterned blade evenly cuts and chops a variety of ingredients, like onions and nuts. While it provides a powerful chop, an internal soft bumper absorbs the shock for a more pleasant chopping experience.
The chopper includes a cup you can chop directly into, or the cup can be removed, and the chopper can be used on a cutting board if preferred. A lid is included to store the freshly chopped ingredients to preserve them right in the cup. Plus, the stainless steel blade cartridge can be removed easily and placed in the dishwasher.
The smaller stature of this option, which is what we particularly like about it, does mean that it has a lower capacity than other options, with only a 1-cup receptacle.
Product Details: Dimensions: 4.25 x 10.35 x 4.3 inches | Weight: 0.7 pounds | Capacity: 1 cup | Type: Manual
Best Chopper and Processor
Cuisinart Smart Power Duet Blender/Food Processor
- It includes seven preset functions that make it easy to use.
It includes seven preset functions that make it easy to use.
- It takes up quite a bit of space and may not be appropriate for those with smaller kitchens.
It takes up quite a bit of space and may not be appropriate for those with smaller kitchens.
Cuisinart’s Smart Power Duet Blender/Food Processor is ideal for someone looking to squeeze some extra mileage and utility out of their chopper. The base is compatible with an included 40-ounce glass blender jar and a 3-cup capacity work bowl to handle various culinary needs.
Thanks to an electronic touchpad control, users are given the choice of seven preset functions: stir, chop, mix, ice crush, pulse, food processor, and puree. When using the food processing function, the work bowl includes a cover with a feed tube and pusher to more easily add and mix ingredients at the user’s desired pace.
Inside, a stainless steel blade works to thoroughly and evenly blend foods. When using the 3-cup food processor attachment, a chopping blade, and a disc that can slice and shred vegetables do the work, all while a 500-watt motor is strong enough to handle ice or any tougher ingredients that are thrown this device’s way.
Cuisinart offers a limited three-year warranty for protection on this purchase, which we appreciate. We also enjoy that Cuisinart offers five different color options to inject some personal style into the kitchen. This option is heavy and takes up quite a bit of space, which may not be appropriate for those with smaller kitchens.
Product Details: Dimensions: 7.4 x 13.2 x 15.5 inches | Weight: 10.3 pounds | Capacity: 40-ounce blender, 3-cup food processor | Type: Electric
Best with Bowl
MOSAIC Electric Food Chopper
- It comes with a rubber blade for peeling garlic.
It comes with a rubber blade for peeling garlic.
- Despite being electric, you will need to apply different levels of pressure to control the speed of the unit.
Despite being electric, you will need to apply different levels of pressure to control the speed of the unit.
Mosaic’s Food Chopper is ideal for anyone looking for an option that will chop directly into a bowl. The included glass bowl has a 4.2-cup capacity, which is one of the largest on our list. The blades are removable, which means that this bowl is suitable for serving directly after chopping your ingredients into it, so there will be one less thing to wash after use.
The 400-watt motor and four titanium-coated blades provide a cut that is not only strong and sharp but also designed with durability in mind. Furthermore, all of the removable parts are dishwasher-safe. We also appreciate that this option from Mosaic includes a rubber blade that can be used to peel garlic without destroying it.
While this unit is electric, you need to vary the pressure on the power button to adjust the speed. We would prefer if there were separate speed buttons for this feature.
Product Details: Dimensions: 9.65 x 7.28 x 8.86 inches | Weight: 4 pounds | Capacity: 4.2 cups | Type: Electric