Kenwood food processor showdown: faster MultiPro Go or cheaper Compact FP120?

Display

Neither product has a display or screen, so there’s no difference here in the usual sense. If you’re expecting digital controls, timers, or smart features, neither Kenwood is trying to be a gadget-heavy kitchen centrepiece. This is a straightforward, mechanical food processor comparison. Winner: tie.

Performance

This is the biggest separator. Product A, the Kenwood MultiPro Go FDP22.130GY, has a 650W motor, which is a serious step up from Product B’s 400W motor in the FP120. That extra power matters when you’re blitzing harder veg, making smoother purees, or kneading dough; it also tends to keep the machine from straining as much under load. Product A is explicitly designed for chopping, slicing, grating, pureeing and kneading dough, and it includes an Express Serve feature plus a 4mm slicing/grating disk, so it’s clearly the more capable all-rounder. Product B is still perfectly usable for everyday prep and has a chopping blade, shredder disc and blender functionality, but the lower wattage means it is better suited to lighter, smaller jobs. Winner: Product A.

Build quality and design

Both are compact Kenwood machines aimed at kitchens where worktop space is at a premium, which is very relevant for UK homes where the kettle, toaster and air fryer are already competing for space. Product A comes in grey and feels like the more modern, streamlined option, while Product B is the classic white compact processor look. The 1.3L bowl on Product A is slightly smaller than Product B’s 1.4L bowl, but that difference is minor in real use. Product A’s Express Serve feature is the more practical design win because it helps speed up batch prep and reduces faffing. Product B’s extra 0.1L bowl capacity is too small to outweigh the more thoughtful design of Product A. Winner: Product A.

Battery life

Neither model is cordless, so battery life does not apply. In a UK kitchen, that actually means less hassle: just plug into a standard mains socket and go. Because both are mains-powered, the important comparison is motor power and cable practicality rather than charging. Winner: tie.

Price and value for money

Product B wins on upfront cost at £39.99, making it £9.01 cheaper than Product A at £49.00. That is a meaningful saving if you only want a basic processor for occasional coleslaw, pastry, or quick chopping. However, Product A offers a stronger 650W motor, more functions, and Express Serve for just a small premium. In value terms, Product A gives you noticeably more machine for a modest extra spend, which is exactly the sort of upgrade that pays off over time if you cook regularly. Winner: Product A for overall value, Product B for lowest price.

Game library/features

Since these are kitchen appliances, the equivalent of a game library is the set of attachments and functions. Product A has the broader feature set: chopping, slicing, grating, pureeing, kneading dough, a knife blade, a 4mm slicing/grating disk, and Express Serve. That makes it better for everything from grating cheddar for a pasta bake to making pastry or prepping veg for a curry. Product B includes a blender, emulsifying, chopping blade and shredder disc, which is useful, but it is less clearly positioned as a full prep powerhouse. If you want one machine that covers more cooking styles, Product A is the clear winner. Winner: Product A.

Overall user experience

Product A feels like the better machine for anyone who actually wants to use a food processor as a regular kitchen helper rather than a niche appliance. The stronger motor, broader functions and Express Serve make it more versatile for batch cooking, Sunday prep, hummus, pastry and everyday chopping. Product B is attractive if you want a simpler, cheaper, compact processor from a reputable brand and don’t need the extra grunt. It also has the reassurance of a huge review base, with 8,355 reviews versus 1,337 for Product A, suggesting it’s a very well-trodden, dependable model. Still, in day-to-day cooking performance, Product A is the more satisfying buy for most people. Winner: Product A.

Overall summary: the Kenwood MultiPro Go FDP22.130GY is the better all-round food processor because it has the stronger 650W motor, more versatile functions, and the more useful Express Serve design. The FP120 is cheaper and simpler, and it remains a solid choice for lighter prep. But if you want the definitive recommendation, buy Product A unless your budget is tight and your needs are basic.