Single-Gear Juicers
Review

Review and compare some
popular masticating juicer
(or single-gear juicer) models.

How a Single-gear Juicer Works

A single-gear juicer is also known as a masticating juicer. To masticate means to chew or to grind to a pulp. A single-gear juicer has a 'worm-like' gear that drives the produce and squeezes them through a stainless steel screen.

This action tears open the produce's cell membranes and releases its deep-seated nutrients and enzymes. It also breaks up more of the phytochemical from the produce, resulting in a richer colored juice which is also richer in its nutrients and minerals. Unlike the centrifugal juicer, a masticating juicer

operates at a much lower speed at about 80 ~ 120 RPM, which does not disrupt the cellular structure of the fruits and vegetables. This eliminates oxidation to the juices, therefore, preserving the precious enzymes and nutrients that are closest to its natural form.

If you have tried the juices resulting from both a centrifugal and a masticating juicer, you will notice a marked difference in the quality of the juices between the two. For example, an apple juiced on a centrifugal juicer will produce an oxidized brown colored clear juice (only water content with no enzymes and nutrients) which has a metallic taste; whereas the apple juiced on a masticating juicer will result in un-oxidized, even-colored and great tasting juice. Oxidized juice is effectively, spoiled juice.

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Some single-gear juicer models are also a food processor that are handy for other uses besides juicing, like mincing, grinding, making noodles/pasta, etc. For those who love cooking, this machine is really heaven-sent. The possibilities are endless!

This type of juicer is effective for juicing soft and leafy vegetables. The juice yield for both fruits and vegetables are higher than that of a centrifugal juicer. The pulp is much drier, giving you a higher value for your produce and more economical in the long run.

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Advantages of a Single-gear Juicer

• A single-gear juicer operates much more quietly compared to a centrifugal juicer.
• The low-speed motor eliminates oxidation, therefore, preserving the enzymes and nutrients of the juices.
• The juices produced has very little foam.
• You get high quality juices that taste rich and concentrated.
• Very good for juicing soft and leafy vegetables including wheatgrass or alfalfa sprouts, so no need to purchase another wheatgrass juicer.
• The juice yield is more when compared to a centrifugal juicer.

Disadvantages of a Single-gear Juicer

• A single-gear juicer may be a bit pricey for beginners.
• Is very heavy (approximately 6~10 kg) but this could also be an advantage as it is stable when in operation. If portability is important for you, choose models that have a carry handle.

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Review of Selected Popular Models

For Asians, go straight for the Alpha DA-900 which we are selling on this site.

There are many single gear masticating juicer models in the market. I have selected only a few models below which I found to be the most often requested brands/models. They are not necessarily models which juicing-for-health.com recommends. The reviews here are for information only.

The prices below are ranges from the internet. Prices quoted are excluding shipping and handling charges:

• JuicePresso CJP-01 Vertical Juicer (NEW!)

• Omega VERT VRT330 Single Auger Juicer (NEW!)

• Hurom Slow Juicer HU-100 (a.k.a. Oscar Pro 930) (NEW!)

• Omega J8006 Juice Extractor (NEW!)

• Alpha Juicer DA-900 (available in Malaysia only)

• Matstone 6-in-1 DO-9001 (discontinued)

• Champion Household 2000 Plus

• L'Equip 509 Visor Juicer

• Lexen Electric Juicer

• Omega Model 8003

• Oscar VitalMax Juicer

• Samson 6-in-1 Single Gear

• Solo Star II Juicer