
Unfortunately, the 7-cup Hamilton Beach PrepStar failed most of Cook's Illustrated's tests and earned an overall rating of "Not Recommended." (The only thing it did well was make bread crumbs). Owners say this machine is best for easy tasks. Heavy dough and firm cheeses can cause it to choke. Although it costs much more, we found far better reviews for the Cuisinart DLC-10S (*est. $100).
The inexpensive Hamilton Beach 70550RL PrepStar food processor has been put through a variety of chopping, slicing, kneading and grating tests at Consumer Reports and Cook's Illustrated. In addition, dozens of owners have posted reviews of this model to Amazon.com and Epinions, which help round out reviews.

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Our Sources
1. Cook's Illustrated MagazineDetails/Subscribe
Testers put eight food processors through a battery of tests, including evaluations for chopping, puréeing and dough-making. The Hamilton Beach 70550RL PrepStar earns an overall rating of "Not Recommended." Editors downgrade it for "mediocre-to-fair performance" on all tests but grinding breadcrumbs.
Review: Food Processors Review, Editors of Cook's Illustrated, Sept. 2005
2. ConsumerReports.orgDetails/Subscribe
Consumer Reports editors test two dozen food processors by comparing performance in kneading, chopping and shredding tests. Editors test inexpensive models, including the Hamilton Beach 70550RL PrepStar, along with food processors that cost up to $400.
Review: Processors & Choppers Review, Editors of Consumer Reports, Dec. 2006
3. Amazon.com
At Amazon.com, about 50 reviewers report on the 7-cup Hamilton Beach 70550RL PrepStar food processor. Many say it is best for light duty, because heavy cookie dough or nuts can cause it to choke. Some owners note that the food chute is too small. We also found several reports of breakage.
Review: Hamilton Beach 70550RL PrepStar Reviews, Contributors to Amazon.com
4. Epinions.com
Only one owner has posted a review at Epinions of the PrepStar food processor, which is largely positive. The reviewer says this processor has a large capacity and a strong motor.
Review: Hamilton Beach 70550RL PrepStar Review, Contributors to Epinions
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