Dynamic duos

Need a new food processor but strapped for counter space? Consider a combo model. These creative appliances conveniently bundle a blender and a food processor.  Most have a base unit that's interchangeable with both a blender jar and small food processor bowl. Cuisinart, Hamilton Beach and Oster all currently offer these combinations. Although we couldn't find any professional evaluations; Amazon and Cooking.com offer many insightful owner reviews.
Some standouts: The seven-speed Cuisinart SmartPower Duet Blender/Food Processor BFP-703 (*Est. $80), comes with a 3-cup food processor bowl and a 40-oz. blender pitcher. While the Hamilton Beach 52654 Blender/Food Processor Combo (*Est. $55) comes with a 3-cup chopper bowl. One last option, the Oster's Fusion (*Est. $70), works as a blender or food processor using a single container. For more shopping advice, read our new food processor report.