The 3 best juicer machines of 2023: Our review

The New York Post found the three best juicer machines that are the main squeeze.

All citrus jokes aside, a quality juicer is a no-brainer for your kitchen, especially if you enjoy the convenience it brings to making cold-pressed juices in the morning.

That’s why I decided to buy as many oranges as I could carry in my supermarket, try out three top models and get to making fresh, homemade orange juice.

Sure, you can go ahead and buy pre-bottled juices at your local market, but there’s something about making it from home that makes it a worthwhile, satisfying experience.

Much like your Vitamix blender (which we reviewed and love), these heavy-duty squeezers and presses are especially great for entertaining outside, now that the warmer weather is upon us (new patio furniture, we’re looking at you).

Ahead, find the best juicers we tested for squeezing up fruits, vegetables and all of your other refreshing ingredients. After our review, we highlighted other models — based on much research — to provide more options for you to look through.

How we tested

First things first — I’ve never used a juicer before, which is why there was much to learn on my end before diving into using these top-of-the-line kitchen appliances. I tested each juicer at least three times to ensure consistency among each model. While testing, here are a few criteria I kept in mind from beginning to end:

• Ease of assembly: Listen, if it takes more time to set up my juicer than it is to pour and drink the juice itself, we have a problem. From the moment I took the juicer out of its packaging, I took note of all of the steps and time spent before getting to juicing.
• Efficacy: Juicers are renowned for their ability to provide fresh juice while separating pulp and whole ingredients you definitely don’t want to sip on. I took note of the motor’s speed, quickness of juicing and other elements during the process.
• Ease of cleaning: The main reason people are hesitant to purchase juicers? They have to clean them afterward (and all the pulp). Spoiler alert: it’s not too bad, but I provide helpful cleaning notes for you to reference.

Our Top Picks, at a Glance

Not only was the Hamilton Beach Big Mouth Juicer Machine the easiest to use, but it was also the quickest. As soon as I unboxed the model from its packaging, everything was more of less set up. All you have to do is plug in, use the tamper to push down on your whole produce, and watch it effectively divvy up the pulp from the liquid.

Because set up was so seamless, I had fresh orange juice in minutes. Keep in mind that it takes about three to four oranges to make a full, tall glass — but crushing down each orange wasn’t complicated in the slightest. Even better, this model is easy to clean, though reaching in crevices surrounding the interior strainer’s circular rim could have been more well-thought-out; perhaps including a small brush would have been better. However, you can use the backside of a spoon to really remove remaining peels and juices.

While the appliance itself is fairly large, it’s simple to store and doesn’t require any guesswork. If you’re a beginner to juicing machines, this is the model for you. Keep in mind, like your best blender, this machine’s engine is quite noisy — though not a dealbreaker because that’s somewhat expected.

When I first unboxed the Ninja NeverClog Cold Press Juicer, my first thought was, ‘wow, Ninja ain’t fooling around.’ Its best-in-class design was awarded a top spot in our guide (which, is no surprise; its Woodfire Outdoor Oven we reviewed impressed us just as much).

It’s a bit more expensive than most, but not upwards of $500 like other kitchen appliances you may have your eye on. The most extraordinary characteristic of this model, in particular, is its keen eye to every part of the juicing process — from its easy-to-use tamper to its included bowl to catch pulp. It even comes with two pulp function, its parts are dishwasher-safe and has an aesthetically pleasing look if displayed.

The only caveat to this juicer is that it’s setup time was longer than other juicers I tested, even when reading the easy-to-follow manual. Because parts come separately encased in its box, I had to put everything together — which made the juicing process far longer than I’d have liked. However, once you get past the learning curve, it’s an exceptional machine that’s modern, chic and perfect for a wedding registry add-on.

Is it just me, or is anyone else obsessed with DASH’s miniature waffle makers? For the retro-inspired touch and space-saving nature of its kitchen appliances, I had to test out the brand’s Deluxe Compact Masticating Slow Juicer.

This ergonomically designed juicer gives ‘small but mighty’ a whole new name, thanks to its pulp measuring cup (a nice touch) and frozen attachment (to make delicious sorbet in addition to your juices and smoothies!) It’s quite revolutionary, easy to clean and perfect for apartment-sized spaces to call your main squeeze.

If you’re on the hunt for a space-saving masticating juicer (the types of juicers that crushes juice out of ingredients at a slow speed), this one will generate plenty of yummy juice to enjoy, too.

Though you have to be careful with the size of the ingredients you tamper into the machine — for example, I wouldn’t recommend dropping in a full-sized carrot) — I found myself dicing up fruit into petite pieces when testing all juicer models. Does it take more time? Yes, but it helps ensure the longevity of your machine, so that’s not a deal-breaker.

Other Juicers We Recommend

1. Smeg Citrus Juicer

We’re starting by taking it back to the 50s. The Smeg Citrus Juicer is a new addition to the brand’s retro family, coming in a host of colors to make your bar or countertop pop. Plus, the top cover can even be used as a bowl for fruit and peels.

2. BLACK+DECKER Citrus Juicer

As the most affordable juicer in this edit, BLACK+DECKER’s machine is one of Amazon’s most recommended. Easy to use (and to store when you’re not using), it has adjustable pulp control and a pulp basket, impressively, for tossing your scraps away or reusing them in other recipes.

3. Hurom H-AA Rose Gold Slow Juicer

Meet the most splurge-worthy juicer in this roundup: Hurom’s H-AA Rose Gold Slow Juicer. Though a splurge, it doesn’t exactly squeeze out gold (which we’d like it to, considering the high price tag), but it’s a high-performance machine with an elegant neck, aesthetically pleasing design and customized color selections to match your space.

4. Mueller Ultra-Power Juicer

Take advantage of Amazon’s generous sale on this brushed stainless juicer ASAP. Mueller’s Ultra-Power machine boasts a variety of speed options and an easy clean-up. Plus, its micromesh filter helps extract more juice — giving you more bang for your buck.

To add to its acclaim, it has more than 31,000 applauding reviews for its ergonomic feed chute to make all sorts of juices and smoothies. Check yes, Juliet.

5. Nutribullet Slow Juicer

No, Nutribullet isn’t just known for its best-selling blender. Its new Slow Juicer resembles the same compact design as its blend-it-up buddy, featuring a no-drip spout, a screen-cleaning brush and a low-speed, quiet motor.

6. Cuisinart Pulp-Control Citrus Juicer

Perhaps you want to give the thousand and one juice recipes you saved on Pinterest a try. Then, Cuisinart’s Pulp-Control Citrus Juicer is the beginner-friendly, cost-effective model for you.

With three pulp-control settings — low, medium and high — it’s an easy-to-use juicer that’ll squeeze out the perfect cold beverage every time.

7. Breville The Citrus Press

Shake things up (or rather, press) with Breville’s Citrus Press. Its hand-maneuvering design offers more control when crafting your refreshing beverage, pressing harder or softer depending on how much fruit or vegetables you’d like to add.

Not to mention, it’s a high-performance model that’s fairly priced at $150 (and looks oh-so-elegant).

8. Frieling Citrus Press

Similarly, Frieling’s Citrus Press is the showpiece you always want on display. Its contraption is surprisingly simple to use — a straightforward and sleek stainless steel kitchen aide that’s worth the investment.

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