How to Choose the Best Juice Extractor / Juicer Machine for You
If you are looking to buy your first juice extractor or are looking to get a new model then this guide will explain the fundamentals of the different electric juicers available. Even though there are many juice extractors on the market to choose from, it is good to know that there is only three basic types –
1) Centrifugal Juicers
2) Masticating Juicers (single gear juicers)
3) Triturating Juicers (twin gear juicers)
Centrifugal Juice Extractors
Centrifugal Juice extractors are made with powerful high-speed motors that make juicing quick and easy. The motors can run anywhere between 3000RPM to 7000RPM. This makes the centrifugal juicers the fastest of juicers. If you have limited time in your day and want to make fresh juice as quick as possible then a centrifugal juice extractor is your best choice. Centrifugal juice extractors are generally the cheapest of the various electric juicers available, so they are also a great choice for a limited budget. Two esteened models are the Jack LaLanne Power Juicer and Breville Juice Fountain Elite
Jack LaLanne Power Juicer
* Stainless-steel electric juicer produces fresh juice quickly and easily
* Extra-large round chute and food pusher; stainless-steel blade
* Whisper-quiet 3,600 RPM induction motor; patented extraction technology
* Large-capacity pulp collector; non-drip spout; dishwasher-safe parts for quick cleanup
* Measures 16 by 12 by 15-1/2 inches; limited lifetime motor warranty
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Buy a Power Juicer Deluxe
Buy a Power Juicer Pro (Filters juice more finely than the Deluxe)
Breville Juice Fountain Elite
* 1000-watt juicer with 2 speed controls, high (13,000 RPM) and low (6,500 RPM)
* Die-cast steel housing; stainless-steel micromesh filter; titanium-plated cutting disk
* Circular 3-inch feed tube accommodates whole fruits and vegetables
* Pulp container, juicing pitcher, and manual/recipe book included; dishwasher-safe parts
* Locking arm bolts move up to 1/4″ in all directions to ensure a snug fit in the locking arm
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The Breville Juice Fountain Elite is the Most Powerful and Fastest Juice Extractor. Take a look below!
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Centrifugal juice extractors work by placing produce into a feed chute where it comes into contact with a round spinning grater blade that looks similar to a cheese grater. The high-speed of this disc then grinds and grates down produce rapidly. Then the centrifugal force created by the high RPM’s separates the pulp from the extracted juice allowing the juice to run out into the collecting container.
The are several main draw backs of a centrifugal juice machine. 1) They are noisy because of the sheer power at which they operate 2) The high RPM’s generate a lot of heat that will kill off some of the enzymes and antioxidants in the fruits and vegetables it juices and produce a slightly less nutritious juice than a masticating juicer. 3) Centrifugal juicers are not very good at juicing leafy greens, and cannot juice wheatgrass.
Masticating Juice Extractors
Masticating juice 
extractors run at a slower speed than centrifugal juicers and extract juice by a different mechanism. Masticating juicers use a single gear through which produce is broken down slowly and extensively to ring out a considerable amount of juice. So the juice yield, and therefore the nutritional value, is higher than that of a centrifugal juicer. The slow speed of operation also drastically reduces the amount of heat that fruits and vegetables are subject to in comparison to a centrifugal juicer. This preserves a lot more of the living enzymes and antioxidants, producing a juice that is more health promoting. The low speed also makes masticating juicers very quiet machines. So we can see why masticating juicers are the popular choice for those focused on making healthier juice. Some of the best reviewed masticating juicers are the top-selling Hurom HU-100 Slow Juicer, the Omega 8005 juicer and the Omega VRT330.
Hurom HU-100 Slow Juicer
* Slow juicer provides maximum nutrition and taste from juiced fruits, vegetable, and grasses
* Dual-stage extraction crushes then presses for increased yield and minimum waste
* Small footprint, quiet operation, and attractive design; ; easy self-cleaning feature
* Includes fine and coarse dual stage screens, pulp extraction plugs, self-cleaning screen holder, two 50-ounce juicing cups, tamper, brush, and instruction manual
* Measures 9-3/4 inches long by 6-3/4 inches wide by 15-3/4 inches high; 10-year warranty
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This video clearly shows how the hurom preserves antioxidants. The richer in color a juice is the more antioxidants it contains because antioxidants are also the pigments that give fruits and vegetables their color.
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Omega 8005 Juicer
* “Masticating-style” Single Augur juice extractors
* Dual-Stage Juicing System for Maximum Efficiency
* Built-in reverse eliminates clogging.
* Body is Plastic painted with a silver chrome finish
* Manufacturers 10 year Limited Warranty
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This video is demonstrates the Omega 8006 and the Omega VRT330. Notice how effortlessly the Omega VRT330 pulls vegetables through the feed tube. There is no ‘muscle’ needed on the users behalf.
Buy the Omega VRT330
Buy the Omega 8006
The main downside of masticating juicers is that the juicing time takes longer than centrifugal juicers and they are heavier machines.
Triturating Juice Extractors
Triturating juice extractors are the elite of juice extractors and work in the same way as a masticating juicer but with two gears and not one. The gears run side by side and extremely close together. As vegetables pass through the gears they get just about every last drop of juice squeezed out of them at a very slow speed. So triturating juice extractors are a little more effective than single gear masticating juicers and produce a higher yield and less oxidation. For this reason triturating juicers provide the best benefits of juicing. These juicers are exceptionally good for wheat grass juicing and for other ‘thin’ vegetables like leafy greens. Naturally, triturating juice extractors are more expensive too. Recommended models include the Green Power Juicer and the Rolls-Royce of juicer the Super Angel 3500.
Green Power Juicer
* Bio-ceramic & magnetic technology ionizes juice delaying oxidation keeping juice fresh for 72hrs!
* Juice fruit, vegetables, wheatgrass, leafy greens and even make mochi, baby food and tasty dessert!
* Continuously juices preventing pulp from clogging, resulting in dry pulp and nutrient rich juice.
* Large feeding chute, light weight and incredibly easy to clean up. Includes multi-purpose kit.
* 90 day Unconditional Guarantee
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A quirky but informative video that shows the versatility of the Green Juicer
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Super Angel 3500
Super Angel Living Juice Extractor will juice almost anything from carrot and apples to wheatgrass and spinach. It is not limited to just regular juicing. You can also enjoy soy milk and delicious tofu. The revolutionary, all stainless steel design, incorporates a twin gear impeller press system that powerfully rotates at a low 86 rpm (the most ideal speed) keeping all enzymes and nutrients alive in the juice.
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June 3rd, 2011 at 8:08 am
I noticed that you didn’t include information about the vitamix 5200. How does it compare to these listed above?
June 3rd, 2011 at 8:39 pm
Hi Sonjia,
the vitamin 5200 is a blender, this article is only for juice extractors.
July 9th, 2011 at 12:23 pm
Excellent review! I was going to get the Breville, but after seeing how the VRT330 uses so much less raw foods to create the juice I figure I will save so much in food costs, the extra purchase price is not a factor.
Thank you!
Vince
August 6th, 2011 at 11:46 am
I originally was going to get one of the Centrifugals, and I was looking at Breville like the previous poster, after seeing to on Joe Cross’ website. But now I guess I’ll look at the Masticating ones. They’re kinda steep in price for me, and the Tri’s are way too up there. Haven’t seen a much lower price on ebay, so I guess I might have to cough up the cash at some point
August 8th, 2011 at 1:41 pm
I had centrifugal juices: by Breville and by Jack Lalanne. I did not like the pulp amount that was getting with the juice. (both brands) The explanation for masticating juicer makes sense, and I will try it to compare. Meanwhile, on the subject of juicing… everyone must drink at least 8 oz. of vegetable juice every day to promote a healthy body and good living.
September 17th, 2011 at 5:33 pm
I am purchasing the Waring Pro JXE450 and it has 850 watts/ 2 speed. Do you think this is a good purchase?
September 17th, 2011 at 8:39 pm
Hi Cynthia,
I haven’t used the Waring Pro JXE 450 so I cannot give a personal opinion on it, but the reviews on amazon for it look pretty good in general, it has a 4 star rating which is a little better than the Jack LaLanne juicers, which get between 3 to 4 stars depending on the model.
Darren
November 13th, 2011 at 4:14 pm
Thank you for great explanations. I choose the omega 8005 and just put my order on Amazon. I believe raw and live food is fundamental to both physical and mental health: You are what you eat!!! Thank you again!
November 17th, 2011 at 1:57 pm
So if I have the Jack Lelanne pro, what does that mean in terms of what I can/cannot juice. Since the other types juice leafy greens better, does that mean there are some recipes I should avoid with my juicer?
November 22nd, 2011 at 6:43 pm
Hi Maurissa,
The Jack LaLanne was the very first juicer that we got, we have other juicers that we use too, but we still use the Jack LaLanne also. You don’t need to avoid juicing leafy greens like spinach and kale, it is just that the Jack LaLanne (and other centrifugal juicers) are less effective at getting a good juice yield out of them, but it still gets some juice. The best thing to do is wet the leaves and roll them up into balls, this gives them some “substance” so that you can get a better yield that putting them in the feed chute as is.
Wheatgrass and herbs are way to thin to be juiced at all in the Jack LaLanne, and will effectively produce no juice.
Darren
November 30th, 2011 at 9:33 am
I am thinking of purchasing the Kuvings Multi-Purpose Masticating Juicer because it seems to be more in my price range. Do you think this will be effective since its still a masticating juicer but not one of the top 3 you have recommended?
December 7th, 2011 at 7:22 pm
Hi Monica,
I have not tried the Kuvings Masticating Juicer yet, but it looks like a cute machine. I read the reviews on amazon.com to get a feel for it, and I see that overall it has a good score based on 12 reviews. The main review that caught mu attention was a 3 star review. Who ever wrote the review is an experienced juicer and has been using the machine 5 to 6 times a day (don’t know how he pulls that off!), and he says that the machine didn’t hold up for heavy duty use and that his Omega J8004 is much better in this respect.
Darren
December 13th, 2011 at 12:13 pm
I have the juicer but was watching some videos on juicing but they used a high powered blender and said that was better due to the fact you use everything and where the juicer leaves behind all the pulp. So I bought a commercial blender the Omega one and tried it today with carrots and spinach and apple and it did not do very good in blending anything together … I dont know if I did something wrong but anyway had to take everything out of blender then I put it thru my juicer and got the results I wanted… disappointed about the blender though, maybe that will be better just for fruits.
December 16th, 2011 at 9:32 am
Recently purchased a Breville Model JE98XL before I read your grading of juicers. Would the additiol coast to upgrade to an Omega 600 really be beneficial if I am truly looking for the best juicer for the nutritional value? We haven’t opened the box as yet..and willing to exchange. Didn’t want to go through the trouble if I can get the same with breville and a one a day vitamin. I need to ensure I’m getting the most nutrients as possible. Appreciate your candid reply thanks, Marty
December 16th, 2011 at 5:36 pm
Hi Marty,
When you say Omega 600, do you mean Omega 8006? I am not sure what the Omega 600 is, it looks like there is an Omega 600 series, but they are blenders. If you are talking about the Omega 8006 masticating juicer, then it definitely provides more nutrition than the Breville JE98XL, or any of the Breville juicers because they are all centrifugal machines. All the same, centrifugal machines still produce nutritious healthy juice, it is just that the masticating machines produce even more nutritious juice, especially when it comes to antioxidants and enzymes. So if the most nutrition is what you are aiming for then an Omega juicer machine will trump the Breville.
However, the triturating juicer machines, such as the Green Power Juicer, produce a little more nutrition than the masticating machines,and produces the most nutritious juices.
Ultimately, all types of juicing machines produce health-promoting nutritious juice, but if you want to get into finer detail and maximum nutrition then masticating and triturating machines are the way to go!
Darren
December 29th, 2011 at 7:12 am
I recently was given the Omega VRT330 for Christmas and LOVE it… my husband did a ton of research before buying! My only question is… my kids and I are used to a sweeter juice, so to get them to drink the OJ that I made last night I had to add some honey but was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for making it a healthy sweet! I think there might have been some tart oranges in the bag that I bought!! Which I’m sure will happen so I need some ideas! Thank you!!
January 1st, 2012 at 11:59 am
Again, love this particular site. Very helpful. Believe it or not…still haven’t used my new Breville. this next question may bring a chuckle to your day….due to not wanting to invest any more money into a juicer that would not bring a noticeable difference, what are your thoughts on cans of V-8 juices. All vegetables.. I know, I know….but would like your thoughts on the actual vitamin and nutrient content. Do they get lost with the process from manufacturing and displays on grocers shelves?
January 5th, 2012 at 6:34 am
Hi Marty,
Get that Breville going
packaged juices are always less in nutrition due to the heating and filtering processes used to kill off bacteria to give the juices a shelf life. This process can also add chemicals into the mix. Some V-8 also contain added salt and/or sugar. Antioxidants (including vitamin C), and enzymes are the most effected by the processing methods.
Darren
January 16th, 2012 at 2:55 pm
I am expecting my Super Angel 5500 to show up in the mail tomorrow – my first juicer but I went ahead and bit the bullet. I did tons of research on juicers and was convinced the twin gear was the way to go – based on everything I read, it seemed like the Super Angel 5500 was the Cadillac as long as price wasn’t an issue. My questions to you is – would you agree? You seem to promote the Green Power – any reason why?
January 16th, 2012 at 5:06 pm
Hello,
I just purchased the juice extractor by ge it is a two speed 800 watt juicer. I am new to this, will this machine do what is needed? Thanks for your time
January 19th, 2012 at 5:44 pm
Any advice on the other Breville juicers? I’m debating between the Breville Compact Juice Extractor, the Breville Juice Fountain Plus, or the Jack LaLanne Power Juicer? I only have $100 – $150 to spend
Please help me with my decision!
January 24th, 2012 at 10:54 pm
Hi Kim, TO be honest with you, I think the Breville company makes the best centrifugal juicer, and I would definitely by the Breville compact juice fountain rather than the Jack Lalanne Juicer. While my Jack Lalanne juicer has done well, there has been enough people complaining that their motor burns out, not a complaint I have seen with the Breville machines. In fact I may have to adjust this page to reflect this information.
Darren
January 24th, 2012 at 11:07 pm
Hi Leah, it is not a juice extractor that I have used first hand, but I see a few people on youtube have been using it successfully, so it looks like it does the job!
Darren
January 24th, 2012 at 11:12 pm
Kurt – I really like both of them, and you will see that I promote them both on this page, it is just the price range is not realistic for everyone.
January 31st, 2012 at 7:55 pm
Hi, i currently own a breville centrifugal juicer, that i want to replace with a vitamix blender due to the benefit of getting the pulp. So after reading this interesting article i am confused. my question is how can i get the benefit of more nutrients with a masticating juicer or with a vitamix-blender? i want to replace my juicer ASAP what should i buy? thanks
February 1st, 2012 at 3:18 am
Hi Pau,
If you want the benefit of the pulp and its rich fiber content then you definitely want to go with a vitamix-blender. A masticating or centrifugal juicer removes the pulp, the difference is that a masticating juicer extracts more nutrients/juice from the pulp than a centrifugal machine, but it still discards the pulp all the same.
Darren