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Juicer Reviews

The juice extractor you choose to buy
is an important factor in determining
the success of your journey to health.

"Juicer", "juicing machines" or "juice extractor"¾they all mean the same thing, but they are more commonly called simply, a "juicer".

For one who is unfamiliar with juicing, a common misunderstanding is that a juicer and a blender are the same. They are NOT.

The differences between a blender and a juicer

What to look for when you shop for a blender

What to look for when you shop for a juicer

Juicer recommendation for a beginner

Types of juicers

I often get asked if blending is as good as juicing. Some insist that blending is better because it includes the fiber. There is no straightforward answer because I cannot compare the two methods. They both give you different results.

I'm not in favor of either blending or juicing. Both have different benefits. I do both, but I personally tend to do more of juicing for HEALTH reason. After all, this IS a website on juicing for health, which is why more emphasis will be on juicing.

Go to this page to learn about the differences between juicing and blending.

And what to look for when you shop for a blender.

On this page, I will talk to you about what to look for and considerations when you're shopping for a juicer or a juice extractor. A juicer extracts only PURE juice without pulp.

What to look for when you shop for a JUICER

There are many types of juicers out there in the market. Firstly, you need to understand how each TYPE work. When you have identified the type of juicer that you think would be appropriate for you, check out the models to see which suits your budget, considering all the other factors appended below.

Not all juicers are built equal. The cost of a juicer can range from under US$100 right up to more than a whopping US$1,000+! Depending on how serious you are or intend to be with a juicing lifestyle, you may want to invest accordingly.

The cheaper type juicers may be suitable for beginners with a low budget. These may not be the best juicers, but it's better than not juicing at all. I first started juicing with a centrifugal juicer because that was what I could afford at that time.

I may have saved on the price of the juicer, but in actual fact, I spent more on the produce to juice the required amount of juice. In the long run, it did not work out to be economical.

When you have the right juice extractor, juicing would be such a breeze and a fulfilling experience which would encourage you to continue in your juicing journey. It would be something to look forward to each day.

But, if you bought the wrong juicer, not only would you regret the money spent, you would be frustrated with juicing as a whole as it would not yield the results you set out to achieve in the first place.

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Considerations

Now that you are convinced that juicing is the way to go, here are some considerations before you go out and purchase that juicer:

Consider how much you are willing to spend
If you are totally new to juicing, you may not be sure whether juicing is for you. You may want to begin with a not-too-expensive juicer. Of course, bearing in mind, the more you pay, the better equipment you will get. If you are willing to spend a bit more for a good equipment, I highly recommend you to go for it. You only need ONE good juicer to last you for a very long time.
General aesthetic aspect of the juicer
Firstly, consider the general aesthetic aspect of the juicer. Is it pleasant looking enough and not too bulky that you can leave it at your kitchen counter-top? If the answers are "yes", you will more likely use it more frequently, rather than having to stash it away after every use. In fact, you should leave it on your counter-top all the time so that you WILL juice frequently.
Portability of juicer
This may not be the most important factor for most of us. But for me, I sometimes like to take my juicer along with me when I travel. My masticating juicer is heavy (about 6.5 kg or ~14 lbs!) but it comes with a carry handle so it's easily portable. Some heavy models like these do not come with handles, so if this factor is important for you, take note.
Ease of use
I can't emphasize enough the importance of choosing a juicer that is easy to assemble, dismantle and clean. Don't believe ads that you read about juicers being easy to clean. They most often claim that their juicer is easy to clean but sometimes it can become a hassle. Read up juicer reviews like these and hear what consumers are saying. If cleaning up is too time-consuming, you will soon find it burdensome to drink that one glass of juice everyday.
See what other fellow juicers say about how long it takes them to make a glass of juice.

Juice yield and quality of juice
If you are new to juicing, the juice yield and the quality of the juice of your new juicer may not bother you too much. But once you are familiar with juicing, you would want the most from your produce. Different types of juicer produce different quantity and quality.

Check the manufacturer's warranty period
Warranty periods vary for every model. Some models have separate warranty periods for the motor and the parts. Some manufacturer warranties motor for only a year, some up to 20 years. This is a factor that differentiates a cheap juicer from an expensive one. Beware some manufacturer warranties its parts for only 90 days which is hardly any good!

These are only some of the factors you should consider when you shop for a juicer. There is no perfect juicer out there. But if you know what you are looking for, chances are higher that you would be more satisfied with your choice. You are better prepared to compromise some of the less important factors for factors more important to you.

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Juicer Recommendation for a Beginner

Many people who want to start juicing always asked me what's the best juicer for a beginner. Some beginners don't want to spend very much as they're "not sure if juicing is for them".

I usually recommend anyone to invest in a good gear/masticating juicer right from the beginning. When you do anything, do it right from the start. These are my reasons:

You're not sure if juicing is for you. If you got a cheap centrifugal juicer, it doesn't do much convincing for you as a centrifugal juicer is difficult to wash and doesn't produce nice tasting juices. For these poor reasons of getting an "inferior" juicer, you conclude that "juicing is not for you".

If you got a good masticating juicer, I promise you would be hooked for life. A good gear juicer gives you such a wonderful juicing experience that you would want to continue with it. It is easy to operate and extracts such tasty, concentrated juices.

Although you want to buy a cheap juicer to start with, the cheap juicers actually may cost you more in the long run. The juicer pulp from the cheap juicers are usually still wet, producing low juice yield. This means more fruits/vegs are required to get a glass of juice. With a good gear juicer, you get maximum juice yield and high quality juice. Read more about gear juicer, also known as masticating juicer, here.

A gear juicer has many advantages and usually come with a 10-20 year warranty. Of which the price would have been worth it already.

Types of juicers

If you have never owned a juicer before, just a quick overview: There are basically these few main TYPES of juicers. Click on the following to learn more about each type of juicer and the popular models currently in the market. My personal preference are the single and twin-gear juicers: