Black & Decker FP1550 Review

What the Reviewers Like:
In a sea of negative reviews, only one reviewer acknowledges that the Black & Decker FP1550 grates cheeses nicely.

What the Reviewers Don’t Like:
Complaints about the Black & Decker FP1550 range from poor design to noise. Experts note that the best food processors are on the heavy side, which makes them stable. The Black & Decker FP1550 is a lightweight in this respect.

Black & Decker FP1550 review highlights

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.

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*In order of credibility (see our Ratings Criteria).

1. Amazon.com
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The Black & Decker FP1550 has earned a single star (out of 5) in two owner reviews. Both complain of noise and flimsy plastic parts.

2. Epinions
Black & Decker FP1550 Review
Contributors to Epinions
As of January 2008

Three owners have posted reviews for the Black & Decker FP1550 at Epinions, and all are negative. Owners say the food processor is noisy and prone to breaking.

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Black & Decker FP1550 Review