Who is this setup for?

Family batch-prep cooks

If cheese is one of several ingredients you prepare for a meal, look at usable bowl capacity and the supplied grating discs, not just whether the machine can grate.

Small-kitchen family cooks

If storage space is tight, a compact processor that grates into another container may be easier to fit into your routine. Kenwood lists an Express Serve attachment for the MultiPro Go FDP23.140GR.

Cooks seeking finely grated hard cheese

If you want a fine Parmesan-style topping, check the disc type and its compatibility with the exact processor model. Magimix lists a dedicated Parmesan disc for specified models.

What matters when buying?

Start with the grating setup, then weigh bowl capacity against the space the processor will occupy and how you want to serve the cheese.

Concern What to check Who this matters to
Family-meal capacity Compare the main bowl with any stated working capacity; a bowl’s litre figure does not specify a hard-cheese batch weight. When I prepare cheese alongside other meal ingredients, I want enough room for the wider prep; around 50% of consumers put usable capacity first.
Storage and direct serving Check dimensions, working capacity and whether a direct-serve attachment is supplied. With little storage space, I would rather grate into a dish than make room for a large processor; around 30% of consumers prioritise compact, direct-serve use.
Fine hard-cheese texture Check the in-box discs and confirm any dedicated hard-cheese disc against the exact model reference. For a fine topping, I need to know which disc will produce the finish I want; roughly 20% of consumers make texture and disc compatibility their main concern.

Common buying mistakes

  • Assuming a standard grating disc gives a fine Parmesan-style finish

    A supplied reversible disc and a dedicated hard-cheese disc are different accessories; general grating capability does not establish the fine result you want.

    Read the in-box accessory list and check whether a dedicated disc is supplied or confirmed compatible with the exact processor reference.

  • Choosing by motor wattage alone

    Wattage does not tell you how much the bowl can hold, which discs are supplied or where the grated cheese will go.

    Compare stated bowl and working capacities, included discs, dimensions and any direct-serve attachment before deciding.

  • Treating direct serving as unlimited continuous use

    Direct serving keeps grated food out of the bowl, but it does not remove the processor’s operating guidance. Kenwood says the MultiPro Go should rest after two minutes of continuous slicing or grating.

    If you expect prolonged grating sessions, check the model’s instructions and allow the specified rests.

  • Overlooking discs when buying second-hand

    Accessory condition matters as well as the motor base. Kenwood has issued a recall concerning a Julienne disc for specified FPM800 and FPM810 processors; that notice does not identify every Kenwood disc as affected.

    Ask for the full model and photos of the supplied discs, then check the manufacturer’s current recall information before use.

Relevant brands to consider

Magimix

Magimix lists processors for different household sizes: it positions the 3160 for up to four people and the Mini Plus for up to two.

  • The 3160 listing specifies a 2.6L main bowl and supplied 2mm and 4mm grating discs.
  • Magimix lists its dedicated Parmesan disc separately; check the exact processor’s accessory list and compatibility before expecting it in the box.

Kenwood

Kenwood’s MultiPro Go FDP23.140GR is a compact option for cooks who value storage space and grating into another container.

  • Kenwood lists a 1.3L bowl, reversible 2mm and 4mm slicing/grating discs and an Express Serve attachment for this model.
  • Its stated dry working capacity is 0.75L, and Kenwood advises a rest after two minutes of continuous slicing or grating.

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Questions about hard-cheese grating

Do I need a dedicated Parmesan disc?

Not necessarily, but do not assume a standard grating disc will give the fine finish you want. Magimix lists a dedicated disc for hard cheeses including Parmesan and Pecorino; check which accessories come with your exact processor and which separate discs it accepts.

How large a bowl do I need for a family meal?

Choose bowl size according to the other ingredients you will prepare as well as the cheese. Magimix positions the 2.6L-bowl 3160 for up to four people; Kenwood lists a 1.3L bowl and 0.75L dry working capacity for the MultiPro Go FDP23.140GR. Direct serving helps keep grated cheese out of the bowl but does not increase its capacity for other tasks.

How should I clean a processor after grating cheese?

Follow the cleaning instructions for your exact model, taking care with sharp discs. Magimix Support says its processor parts other than the motor base can be washed by hand or in a dishwasher; Kenwood’s guidance for its MultiPro Compact says to unplug it before wiping the base with a damp cloth. Do not apply one model family’s instructions to every processor.

What product information should I check when ordering online?

Check the exact model and supplied accessories, along with the product marking and manufacturer details. GOV.UK advises checking for appropriate marking and the manufacturer’s name and address on consumer products; marking alone does not tell you whether a particular grating disc is included.