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Philips HL7707/01 (₹7,699) offers best overall value with 750W motor, 3-in-1 functionality, and trusted service network. For maximum power, Bajaj FX-1000 DLX (₹9,499) provides 1000W copper motor and large 3.2L bowl ideal for families. Best budget option: Lifelong LLFPR01 (₹3,999) delivers excellent features at unbeatable price.

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750W minimum, 1000W recommended for regular atta kneading. 750-800W motors handle 2-3 cups flour for chapati dough. 1000W motors excel at 4-6 cups and stiffer pizza/bread dough. Choose Bajaj FX-1000 DLX or Inalsa Inox 1000 Plus for heavy-duty kneading. Ensure model has dedicated kneading blade (not just chopping blade).

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Food processors excel at chopping, slicing, shredding, kneading with multiple disc attachments and large bowls. Mixer grinders focus on wet/dry grinding in jars with powerful motors. Many modern models like Philips HL7707 combine both: mixer grinding jars + food processing bowl with discs. For Indian kitchens, 3-in-1 models offer best versatility.

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Yes, significantly better for safety and durability. Stainless steel jars: won't crack/break, safe for hot ingredients (grinding hot spices), no chemical leaching, easier to clean, last 5-10 years. Plastic jars: prone to cracking, discolor over time, absorb odors, unsafe for hot use. Invest in models with at least 2 stainless steel jars (grinding + chutney).

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Essential 6: chopping blade (vegetables), kneading blade (dough), slicing disc (salads), shredding disc (cheese/carrots), citrus juicer (lemons), centrifugal juicer (apples/carrots). Nice to have: finger chip disc, fine/coarse shredding options, julienne disc. Avoid models with 15+ attachments - quality matters more than quantity. 8-10 well-made attachments ideal.

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Tier 1 (Nationwide): Philips, Prestige, Bajaj - service centers in all major cities, spare parts widely available. Tier 2 (Growing): Inalsa - good in metros, expanding to Tier 2 cities. Tier 3 (Limited): Lifelong - primarily online support, limited physical service. Check local service center before purchase, especially for Tier 2/3 brands.

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Family of 2-3: 1.4-2.0L bowl sufficient (Lifelong LLFPR01). Family of 4-5: 2.5-3.0L recommended (Philips HL7707). Family of 6+: 3.2L+ essential (Bajaj FX-1000). Larger bowls handle batch cooking and parties. Don't oversize - 3L bowl takes more storage space and harder to clean for daily small tasks.

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5 safety tips: (1) Use 1-minute ON, 1-minute OFF cycles for continuous grinding. (2) Don't overload bowl beyond max capacity line. (3) Add liquids when grinding dry ingredients to reduce strain. (4) Choose model with thermal overload protection (auto shut-off when overheating). (5) Use correct attachment for task - don't use chopping blade for grinding. Premium copper motors handle longer operation.

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Yes, if you choose 3-in-1 model like Philips HL7707 or Bajaj FX-1000 that include both grinding jars and processing bowl. These handle wet/dry grinding (chutneys, spices), liquidizing (batters, smoothies), plus food processing (chopping, slicing). For heavy wet grinding (idli/dosa batter in large quantities), dedicated mixer grinder still superior. For most families, 3-in-1 food processor sufficient.