Squeeze Every Drop: 5 Best Masticating Juicers

With the Gorenje JC150 masticating juicer, you can enjoy freshly squeezed juice not only from vegetables, fruits, and berries but also from more specific ingredients such as nuts, herbs, and the like.

The model features non-slip feet that suction to the work surface, providing excellent stability during operation. Juice is collected in a special container with a capacity of 0.9 liters. The built-in pulp container has the same capacity. A protective valve is attached to the spout, through which the freshly squeezed juice flows into the container. This valve prevents juice drops from spilling onto the tablecloth or other work surface (anti-drip system).

Juicing is performed at a low power of 150 W, with the screw rotating at 32 RPM. To remove fibers and pulp from the spiral-ribbed cylinder without stopping the device or disassembling it, the Gorenje JC150 is equipped with a reverse function that changes the screw's direction.

One of the few drawbacks of the juicer is its noise and vibration when attempting to juice hard ingredients (nuts, carrots, etc.). Otherwise, the device has proven reliable. Considering its affordable price compared to similar models, the Gorenje JC150 is recommended for anyone looking to enjoy a vitamin-rich glass of freshly squeezed juice.

Juicers from the Japanese company Panasonic are in high demand among a diverse audience. One of the options for everyday use is the masticating model MJ-L500.

The device's presence in the kitchen will go almost unnoticed — its ultra-compact size allows it to fit in any small available space. However, the small dimensions have affected the width of the feeding chute, which barely exceeds 3 cm in diameter. Therefore, before juicing, the ingredients must be properly chopped.

The juicer’s body combines plastic and metal elements. Separate parts of the device include a juice container (0.4 L) and a pulp collection container. While the juice reservoir is being emptied, the spout can be covered with a small cap to prevent juice from dripping onto the table.

The device is easy to assemble, disassemble, and clean after use. Its traditional filter can be replaced with the included sorbet attachment, allowing you to prepare a tasty treat from frozen products. The model handles these just as well as regular fruits and vegetables.

If your goal is to process large amounts of harvested produce, the Panasonic MJ-L500 is not the best choice. However, for freshly juicing a couple of glasses daily, the model is perfect. Taking up minimal kitchen space, it provides a vitamin-packed drink for your family whenever they want it.

A compact juicer from the Dutch company Philips will find its place even in kitchens with limited space, as the model is only 11 cm wide.

The transparent elements of the juicer's design allow you to observe the juice-making process at every stage. First, the ingredients must be finely chopped to fit through the narrow feeding chute. The juicer then chops them into even smaller pieces, from which the auger extracts juice down to the last drop — the resulting pulp is almost dry, regardless of the type of product used, be it apples or hard nuts.

The model includes a separate 1-liter juice container, a pusher for feeding ingredients, two filters (for juice with or without pulp), and a removable pulp container. The pulp container has enough space to store all the aforementioned juicer elements, saving valuable kitchen space. The package also includes an illustrated recipe book.

Freshly squeezed juice can be poured not only into the special container but also directly into a regular glass. Simply place the glass under the juicer spout, which features an anti-drip system to prevent juice from spilling onto the work surface. Keeping the device's components clean is also straightforward — all parts are easy to remove for washing under running water or in a dishwasher.

Thanks to low-speed juicing, the Philips HR 1897 Avance Collection consumes minimal electricity (200 W) and operates almost silently. This allows you to treat your family to morning juice without worrying about waking them with excessive noise.

Mastering juice preparation with the meticulous German Caso SJW 400 is likely within everyone’s reach. This is because the device features just one button on the body, which controls the power on/off function as well as activates the reverse auger rotation mode.

The model gives the impression of a high-quality and premium device. Spoiler alert — it is. A standout feature of the juicer is its wide feeding chute (75 mm in diameter), which means fruits and vegetables require little to no manual chopping beforehand. Midway down the chute, an additional blade is built in to cut large pieces of produce before they reach the auger.

Separate containers are used for collecting juice and pulp, although they lack level markings. The juice outlet tube is equipped with a small cap and a rubber seal, a simple implementation of the anti-drip system.

The juicer performs exceptionally well, delivering high juice extraction efficiency in a short time. As a bonus, the device includes a special sorbet attachment that can be installed in place of the juice filter. This attachment is intended for making fruity drinks from frozen berries.

The juicer is versatile and works well with all kinds of ingredients, efficiently processing both soft tomatoes and hard almonds. At the same time, it operates at a low noise level. The Caso SJW 400’s leadership qualities are emphasized by its high-quality assembly, energy efficiency, and maximum juice extraction regardless of the type of product used.

Quiet, highly efficient, and reliable, this model from the South Korean brand Hurom excels at preparing juices, smoothies, jams, fruit purees, almond milk, ice cream, and other beverages or desserts from vegetables, fruits, berries, and even herbal products.

The juicer utilizes the slow juicing principle — with an auger rotation speed of about 40 RPM, it preserves the lion’s share of vitamins and nutrients in the final drink. On average, the device extracts approximately 770 ml of juice from 1 kg of ingredients (specific results depend directly on the type of produce used), which is a very good indicator. The pulp left after juicing is nearly dry.

A 500 ml juice container with a special cocktail valve is included for collecting freshly squeezed juice. You can mix different juices directly in the container, experimenting with new flavors every day. The package also includes a drying stand for accessories, making it convenient to store all parts in one place after washing.

The narrow feeding chute increases the overall juice preparation time since ingredients need to be chopped before loading. However, this is a minor inconvenience because, when handled properly, the juicer will serve its owner faithfully for many years, as evidenced by the manufacturer’s 10-year motor warranty. While the price of the model cannot be considered budget-friendly, it is justified by confidence in the product’s high quality — a premium worth paying for.