A tiny Kenwood food processor that punches above its £49 price

Yes — the Kenwood MultiPro Go FDP22.130GY is worth buying if you want a compact, affordable food processor for everyday prep, especially at its current all-time low price of £49.00. With a 4.6/5 rating from 1,313 reviews, 900+ bought last month, and a 23% saving versus the £63.99 RRP, this is clearly a popular bit of kit rather than a niche pick.

First impressions: small footprint, serious prep potential

The biggest appeal here is the ultra-compact design. Kenwood says it is meant to store in a kitchen drawer, which is a genuine advantage in UK kitchens where worktop space is often at a premium. If you’re tired of bulky appliances dominating the counter, the MultiPro Go’s footprint is a major selling point. It also comes in 6 options across colours, sizes, and storage, so there is some flexibility if you want to match your setup.

What does it actually do?

This model covers the core jobs most home cooks need: chopping, slicing, grating, pureeing, and kneading dough. The included 4mm slicing/grating disk and knife blade give it a practical, no-fuss toolkit, while the Express Serve function is designed for limitless slicing and grating direct to a plate or bowl. That makes it especially handy for salads, slaws, grated cheese, onions, and quick batch prep.

The bowl setup is modest rather than family-sized: the main bowl has a 0.75L liquid working capacity, and the machine runs with 1 speed plus pulse. That keeps operation simple, but it also means this is best seen as a compact prep assistant rather than a full-scale catering machine.

How does it perform in real kitchen use?

At 650 watts, the motor sits in a sensible middle ground for a small food processor. It is strong enough on paper for the listed tasks, including dough kneading, but it is not in the same power class as larger, more expensive rivals like the Ninja BN750UK at £115.00 or the Ninja BN800UK at £177.00, both of which are built around much higher-wattage, multi-function systems. In practice, that means the Kenwood is better suited to everyday chopping, slicing, grating, and pureeing in smaller amounts than heavy-duty, high-volume processing.

The simple 1-speed-plus-pulse control is a plus for ease of use. There is less to learn, fewer settings to guess at, and less clutter on the control panel. For many buyers, that simplicity is exactly what makes a compact processor useful: it gets out, does the job, and goes back in the drawer.

Build quality and usability

Kenwood has a strong reputation in small kitchen appliances, and the 4.6-star average across 1,313 reviews suggests buyers are generally happy with the build and day-to-day usability. The design emphasis here is clearly on convenience and storage rather than premium materials or a large capacity. That makes sense at £49.00, but it also means you should expect a lightweight, practical machine rather than a heavy-duty workhorse.

Is it good value for money?

At £49.00, this is excellent value for a branded food processor with a 4.6/5 rating and 900+ monthly sales. The current price is the all-time lowest recorded, which strengthens the case further. Compared with the Ninja BN750UK at £115.00, the Kenwood costs less than half as much; compared with the Ninja BN800UK at £177.00, it is dramatically cheaper. You are giving up capacity and multi-appliance versatility, but for straightforward food prep, the Kenwood looks far easier to justify.

How does it compare to alternatives?

Against the Ninja 2-in-1 Blender BN750UK (£115.00, 4.7★), the Kenwood is the better buy if your main need is food processing rather than blending. The Ninja offers a 2.1L jug, 700ml cup, 1200W power, and Auto-iQ programs, so it is more versatile and more powerful, but it also takes up more space and costs much more.

Against the Ninja 3-in-1 Food Processor & Blender BN800UK (£177.00, 4.6★), the Kenwood is the simpler and cheaper option. The Ninja adds a 1.8L bowl, 2.1L jug, 700ml cup, and five automatic programs, but if you only want chopping, slicing, grating, and occasional dough work, the Kenwood is the more sensible purchase.

The Aucma Stand Mixer (£94.97, 4.6★) is a different category altogether. It is better for baking-heavy households that need a 6.2L bowl and dough hook, but it does not replace a food processor for slicing or grating.

The main caution

The biggest limitation is capacity. A 0.75L working bowl is fine for small batches, but it will feel restrictive if you prep for a large family, batch-cook often, or want to process bigger quantities of veg at once. Also, with only one speed and pulse, there is less control than you get from pricier models.

If your kitchen is short on space and you want a compact food processor that handles everyday prep without drama, this is an easy recommendation. If you need large-batch performance, more power, or a multi-function machine, it is worth stepping up to a bigger Ninja model instead.