Last updated on 14 OCT 2019

Here Are The Best Single Gear, Masticating Juicers (Complete with Individual Reviews)

We don’t just love juicing, we love educating our readers about the best juicers. Our 1 million Facebook followers have come to trust our reviews, and we value that trust. That’s why we’ve compiled reviews from all over the web to bring you the best single gear (or masticating) juicers. 

Masticating juicers are a good middle ground between centrifugal juicers and triturating juicers. With a masticating juicer, you get more nutrient density than centrifugal juicers without the price tag of triturating juicers. If you have a few hundred dollars to invest in a juicer and you want a machine that preserves more nutrients, then a masticating juicer is likely what you’re looking for. 

#1 / Omega NC900HDC

This high-yield juicer is a great choice for those entering the single gear juicer market. Although there are cheaper models out there, $400 is about average for a masticating juicer. The Omega NC900HDC is worth the price tag too. The powerful 2HP motor generates more torque to process tough ingredients while 80 RPM minimizes heat build-up and oxidization. 

The only negative thing we could find on this juicer is some users having issues with the juice screen, but any issues are covered by a 5-year warranty and Omega’s responsive customer service. All things considered, you can’t go wrong choosing the Omega NC900HDC for juicing, and making nut milk, nut butters, frozen fruit sorbets, pasta, baby food, minced herbs and even ground beans.

Bottom line: Yes, you can find cheaper juicers in this category, but this machine is worth the extra $25 or so for all the added features. 

#2 / Kuvings Whole Slow B6000S

The Kuvings Whole Slow B6000S has one of the widest chutes in this category, although we wouldn’t recommend putting a whole apple into your juicer. That said, this 3 in 1 device is capable of making juice, smoothies, and sorbets provided you chop your apples first. The machine does struggle a bit with hard vegetables, and the user’s manual recommends you soak veggies like carrots overnight before juicing.

Once you’re done juicing, clean up is easy with Kuvings smart cap and rotating cleaning brush. Your unit will also fit easily on your counter or in your cupboard with its small footprint. Finally, we were impressed with the 10-year warranty, although we haven’t heard many accounts of people needing to use it. 

Bottom line: If narrow chutes have frustrated you in the past, then this a great choice for you. Otherwise, there are other juicers for this price that are more powerful. 

#3 / Omega 8008 Nutrition System

The Omega 8008 Nutrition System provides high-nutrient juicing with its low speed, minimizing heat build-up and oxidation at 80 RPM. The 220V machine produces high-yield, meaning more juice for your money. Additionally, this system has 3 adjustable pressure settings, while remaining quiet to use.

This juicer has an extra-large feed tray, but you should still chop up larger fruits and vegetables before juicing. We should also mention that there have been numerous reviews stating that this juicer has died after only a few uses, with some reviewers saying their machine died during the first use. If you run into this problem, don’t forget that this unit has a 15-year warranty. 

Bottom line: This juicer is a bit cheaper than some of the other machines on this list at, but if you spend a bit more you can get a more reliable and powerful juicer. 

#4 / Breville Big Squeeze

The Breville Big Squeeze is Breville’s only juice extractor with a 10-year warranty. In addition to the warranty coverage, this machine has an ultra-quiet 240W motor and is BPA free. The unit is relatively easy to assemble, and once you get the hang of it, this juicer will give you high yield juice from items like wheatgrass, small berries and tomatoes and it has a 3-inch feed chute for larger produce. 

Depending on your juice preferences, however, you might not love the texture of juice from the Breville Big Squeeze. This juicer makes pulpier juice that is thicker in texture and almost smoothie-like. That said, this unit can’t be used to make actual smoothies because it can’t process frozen fruit. The juice it can make though is still nutrient dense thanks to the low-speed extraction method and minimal heat transfer. 

Bottom line: At the $400 price point, you can get other juicers that come with more features, like frozen fruit processing and grinding.

#5 / Kuvings SC Series Silent Juicer

The Kuvings SC Series Silent Juicer lives up to its name by juicing (almost) silently. The 240W, 80 RPM motor only produces about 40-50 dB of sound while producing your favourite juices. Juice isn’t all this machine can to either, but you’ll have to purchase the Kuvings Frozen Dessert Maker attachment to make things like sorbet and baby food. 

That said, this juicer produces some high-quality juice with a light amount of pulp. Some reviewers have concerns about the AC motor causing potential oxidization and enzyme loss, however. One of the biggest pros of this juicer is its twin start system and magnetic sensor for extra safety. When it’s all said and done, this BPA free juicer is easy to use and has a smart cap for easy cleaning. 

Bottom line: If a quiet juicer is your biggest concern, then look no further. Otherwise, for this price you can get better value and more features. 

#6 / Champion 4000 Masticating Juicer

This is the cheapest juicer on this list at $300. Even with its low cost, this machine still has a powerful ⅓ HP AC motor and is rated for continuous use. The motor is encased in a durable polycarbonate cover, meaning this juicer can power through produce to make frozen fruit smoothies, nut butters, and juice. 

The Champion 4000 Masticating Juicer is the only horizontal mastication juicing machine with 2 sets of augers: one for grinding and one for leafy greens. While it’s unique, it’s also quirky and requires following detailed instructions to be used properly. Some say that the design of this juicer is hard to use and lags behind other, more modern juicers as it has comparably poor yields.

Bottom line: At this price point, you could get another juicer that is easier to use and comes with more features. 

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