Black & Decker FP1550

Most owners say you should pass on the Black & Decker FP1550 food processor, which weighs just ten pounds. The experts at Cook's Illustrated say there's a strong correlation between food processor weight and performance; most top-performing food processors can weigh as much as 25 pounds. According to that criterion, the Black & Decker FP1550 is too light, which affects stability. Many owners posting to Amazon.com and Epinions say that their FP1550 food processors broke after a few months.

Although the Black & Decker FP1550 is not included in any professional reviews, it has been rated several times at Amazon.com and Epinions, which gives some indication of overall owner satisfaction. Unfortunately, this food processor hasn't been tested or rated by Consumer Reports, Good Housekeeping or Cook's Illustrated.