Waring WFP16S 4 qt
#1 in Batch bowlFull review
A large-bowl Waring batch processor at a mid-range price, for kitchens that chop and slice in 4 qt batches.
Amazon $774.99$774.99
The Waring WFP16S 4 qt is the better commercial food processor overall, rated 3.8 to 2.6. The Waring WFP16S 4 qt leads on value, discs and warranty. The Robot Coupe R401B wins on capacity. The Waring WFP16S 4 qt costs $1,835.01 less ($774.99 vs $2,610).
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Robot Coupe R401B
#10 in Batch bowlFull review
A large stainless Robot Coupe cutter mixer for kitchens that make sauces, fillings and ground meat in 4.5 qt batches.
Amazon $2,610$2,610
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Waring WFP16S 4 qt for value ($519.43 per 1,000 W ($774.99, 2 peak hp (1,492 W)) vs $2,332.44 per 1,000 W ($2,610, 1.5 hp (1,119 W))), discs (3 discs included vs no discs included) and warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
- Choose the Robot Coupe R401B for capacity (4.5 qt bowl vs 4 qt bowl).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every batch bowl commercial food processor; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Waring WFP16S 4 qt | Robot Coupe R401B |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 68 $519.43 per 1,000 W ($774.99, 2 peak hp (1,492 W)) | 3 $2,332.44 per 1,000 W ($2,610, 1.5 hp (1,119 W)) |
| Capacity 15% | 33 4 qt bowl | 42 4.5 qt bowl |
| Power 15% | 99 2 peak hp (1,492 W) | 62 1.5 hp (1,119 W) |
| Discs 15% | 50 3 discs included | 0 no discs included |
| Sanitation 15% | 100 ETL Sanitation listed | 100 ETL Sanitation listed |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Waring WFP16S 4 qt | Robot Coupe R401B | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Batch bowl | Batch bowl |
| Bowl capacity | 4 qt | 4.5 qt |
| Bowl material | Polycarbonate | Stainless steel |
| Continuous feed | No | No |
| Motor | ||
| Motor rating | 2 peak hp (1,492 W) | 1.5 hp (1,119 W) |
| Speed | 1 speed | Single, 1,725 rpm |
| Electrical | 120 V, 6 A | 120 V, 7.2 A |
| Accessories | ||
| Discs included | 3 | None |
| Dicing kit | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Sanitation listing | ETL Sanitation | ETL Sanitation |
| Weight | 18.2 lb | 32 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
| Motor warranty | 5 years | - |