This is one of the best processors I have ever had. Its easy to use and with all the different blades i can do just about anything including mixing bread dough. Its a breeze to clean. But be careful the blades are very sharp and will cut you. I enjoy the way it saves me money but shredding my own cheese and chopping spices for use later. Would recommend this product to everyone. My mother-inlaw has a catering company and this is the only food processor that she will use. She has had hers for about 10yrs and I have had my for 7yrs. Both are still hard at work. When using this product for making dips and salads its handy and convenent. All you have to do is choose the type of blade needed put on the lid that allows you to slowly add ingredients to the processer with no mess no fuss. Then when finished remove lid and blade and empty product into bowl and your ready for the next project.