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GE Continuous Feed 3/4-HP vs GE GFC525N 1/2-HP Side-by-Side Comparison
Two solid products from GE’s garbage disposal line. Although the little one could use more work in terms of build quality.
GE Continuous Feed 3/4-HP
Tested Using Methodology v1.0GE GFC525N 1/2-HP
Tested Using Methodology v1.0Overall Verdict
Both the GE GFC720N and the GFC525N are strong garbage disposals. The 720N is one of the strongest 3/4-HP units we’ve evaluated. It employs a powerful permanent magnet motor that takes on all sorts of scraps while effectively avoiding jamming. The disposal also has a rigid construction and a reasonable price tag.
The 525N is much smaller but it’s a strong unit, as well. It processes kitchen scraps better than most other small disposals we’ve tested and its high-speed motor (the same type as the 720N, albeit not as powerful) avoids jamming beautifully. And it costs about the same you’d expect a small disposal does.
Pros & Cons
- Noise reduction
- High speed
- Stainless steel grinding components
- Strengthened chamber layout
- High-speed motor
- Affordable
- Easy installation
- Space-consuming design
- Can be loud
- No power cord
- Small capacity
- No noise/vibration insulation
- Faulty details
Key Specs
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Analysis and Test Results
Performance
Scrap Mix
Raw Fish Scraps
Raw Chicken Scraps
Design
In the Box
Dimensions
Mount Assembly
Grind Chamber
Motor
Power Cord
Accessories
Build Quality
Usability
Ease of Use
Installation
Smooth Operation
Unjam Mechanics
Behind the Comparison
Be Nguyen is a writer and product reviewer. Being naturally curious about technology and its real-world applications, Be spent several years in university studying engineering before joining the team at HealthyKitchen101 where he disassembles, tests, and rates household appliances.
Lap is Head of the Research, Testing, and Review Team (RTR Team) at HealthyKitchen101.com, where he directs and supervises the testing of kitchen gadgets and appliances.
Nguyen Ntk is a graphic designer, photographer, and videographer whose philosophy centers around respecting and celebrating the beauty of reality. Through his lenses, Nguyen strives to capture the true essence of objects and events, showcasing and highlighting authentic features without distortion or exaggeration.