Magimix CS 4200 XL /18404 Cream

I'll put this simply. If you're looking for a new food processor, buy the Magimix 4200. And no, I don't work for them. For various reasons I've been without any kind of food processor for a couple of years even though I cook everything from scratch. So I spent ages researching different models, wanting to get it right. Eventually I decided on the Magimix 4200 because there seemed to be a good ratio between cost and features and reports suggested good reliability. So what do you get? There is 950 watt base unit with three bowls of varying sizes that can be stored on the unit. A variety of ... more

If you are not versed in the world of food processor's - you are forgiven as not many are. We recently married and decided to replace our old processor with something more up to date and modern looking that would fit into our kitchen. What do you get for your money? The Magimix 4200 comes in a large box with a handle, so easy to carry around if you are shopping (although a bit heavy so buy it at the end of your trip). The product comprises of 2 parts: - the main food processor - a separate plastic storage box for all the components. The magimix has 3 bowls - mini, midi and a main bowl. The ... more

When our 20-year-old Braun finally gave up shortly before Christmas, it was time to buy a new food processor. I mainly used the Braun for making pastry, as I'm hopeless at it by hand. I'd've been perfectly happy with another Braun Multipractik, but they don't make them anymore, so I had to look into the market. Broadly, food processors of this type are either cheap-ish £30-£50 Moulinex et al, or you have the Magimixes coming in at £100+. That's quite a leap, so you want to feel that you are getting value for money. The Magimix comes with a 12-year guarantee on the motor and 3 years on the ... more