How to Choose a Juicer - Types of Juicers

by Futurescopes Research Team

X-box or PlayStation? Sedan or coupe? This or that? Almost everything is about options… So, once you decided going green on a juice-based diet, the question comes in: BLENDER OR JUICER? You must be sure of what you want to achieve. In this case, your goal is to experiment the cleansing power of fruits along with the fast absorption of nutrients, and the sensation of “chewing” is not that comfortable for you… “Juicer,” experts said. But then, the options stuff got you again: “What kind of juicer should I buy for getting the best results?”

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Fact is, most of us think that more expensive is the best… not at all. Types of juicers are a whole world, so their prices are. Sellers and brands take good advantage of this multiple factors, adding the design topic a critical role.

But, in a nutshell, there are six main styles of juicers: masticating and upright masticating, triturating, wheatgrass, centrifugal, and hydraulic press. At the same time, we can consider a juicer a significant investment. Therefore, the next lines are to advise you to do the smart buy. We hope this information will be helpful.

  1. Masticating Juicers
    Their name has already given you an idea if they do. You will get the produce chewed due to its mechanism. As a result, you will get more nutrients and fiber in your glass. There is almost no oxidizing air getting in touch with your juice. Plus, it is ideal for making baby food, ice cream, and sauces because it homogenizes your produce. You can tell this type of juicers hasa higher efficiency.

All the benefits have a cost, and what ! Apart from that, they are nothing but noisy. You will need some extra space in your kitchen for storing, and do not ever expect a three-minute breakfast with it, especially if you are in a hurry.
 

  1. Upright Masticating Juicers
    Just imagine all the benefits of a typical aforementioned masticating juicer, but saving a lot of space in your kitchen. At least in width. There are some differences though: this type of appliances squeezes the juice out, then, in a second step, the pulp is crushed and pressed. After the process, you are sure everything was taken from the fruit. Another pro is that you can use it with almost any fruit or vegetable.

Here is the catch, upright position featured in this juicer has a price, higher than its predecessor. And none can get away from its noise.
 

  1. Triturating Juicers
    They are also called “twin gear” juicers. Mainly they do the same as masticating juicers, but the highlight is that they squeeze the pulp between two interlocking gears. Being slow as they are, the power they apply is also noticeable and, as a result, you will have more nutrients in your glass and much less waste in the trash bin. This type perfectly juices grasses and leaves. At the same time, they homogenize baby foods, ice creams, nut butter or pasta.

Having an appliance like this is not cheap. But if you can afford it, remember all the benefits you can get from it. Speaking of space, you might want to give it place in your kitchen. You will need it!
 

  1. Wheatgrass Juicers
    Does its name tell you anything? Yes, they are just for juice grasses. They may handle fruits like grapes, but do not go beyond. You can find them in both manual and electric styles. You are probably thinking of buying one of these.

But consider the facts, wheatgrass juicers are not portable, so you would be buying an expensive equipment for doing something that standard juicers can do. Anyways, the is yours.
 

  1. Centrifugal Juicers
    The most common type of juicers in a department store. They shred the produce and, by centrifugal force, spin the pulp against a strainer. If you are juicing soft food, and you want it fast, this is going to be alright. You can also say its price is very friendly.

The Sad thing is the amount of waste this type of juicers leaves. On the other hand, because of the air involved in the process, we do not recommend to store any of it since the air is responsible for oxidizing your juice. Finally, do not try grasses or leaves. It is going to be a mess.
 

  1. Hydraulic Press Juicers
    Also, known as Norwalk Juicer, this kind is the master of juicing. The machine presses everything out thanks to an efficient hydraulic system. So there is almost no waste. Add to the plus the fact of no oxidizing air entering in contact with your juice. Just the best way of extracting juice.

This powerful machine is pretty big. If you are willing to invest more or less $ 2,500 on one of this juicers, then you will reserve place for it in your kitchen.

We do not pretend to do particular publicity to a brand, nor stating that specific type of juicer is better than the other (nobody has paid us for doing so). You are the one undergoing the juice experience. What you will probably do after reading this lines is to go online for checking prices and features that match best with your requirements and budget. You will find so many options that you might feel overwhelmed. Let us repeat what we stated before, more expensive is not necessarily the best.

At the same time, the experience of some others can help you. Talk to someone who has done the same you are about to do. Try to learn for their good (or bad) experience. Make sure every penny you invest is going to be an educated decision. And if the juicing path is temporary, you will still have an appliance in your kitchen useful for some other tasks. Hope we have helped you in finding the perfect machine for your needs!

References:

  1. Jhon Chatham. (2012) Telamon Press Green Juicing Diet Green Juice Detox Plan for Beginners-Includes Green Smoothies and Green Juice Recipes [273], 52-61
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