The 6 Best Cold Press Juicers of 2026, According to Our Tests

Types of Juicers

There are two types of all-purpose electric juicers: centrifugal and masticating.

• Centrifugal juicers: These juicers extract juice quickly and efficiently by chopping produce into tiny bits with a high-speed blade, a bit like a blender. However, this heats the juice and exposes it to oxygen, which can degrade its nutritional value and flavor.
• Masticating juicers: Also known as cold press juicers, masticating juicers crush fruits and vegetables gently to make juice without sacrificing freshness. The negative is that they tend to be more expensive and less efficient than centrifugal models.

How We Tested Cold Press Juicers

Our recommendations take into account the results of four separate sets of testing, including three rounds using only masticating juicers and another with both centrifugal and masticating models for our overall best juicers roundup. In total, we've tested 30 different cold press juicers, several of our favorites more than once. The most important characteristics we considered were the smoothness, flavor, and volume of the juice each machine put out. During setup and throughout testing, we also collected subjective insights on difficulties with assembly or other design flaws.

• Fruit juice test: As a basic overall test, we juiced either whole apples or a mix of whole strawberries and peeled, uncored pineapple. We weighed the ingredients before juicing, timed the process from start to finish, then measured the resulting juice and pulp to compare them to the original weights. We also performed a taste test on the juices for freshness and texture, and examined the fineness and moisture level of the pulp.
• Carrot juice test: To test the machines with hard, dense ingredients, we juiced whole carrots (by themselves in three sets of testing and with oranges in the other). We did the same time, yield, and taste measurements as in the fruit juice test and paid special attention to how loud the machines got while working through the tough carrots.

• Kale test: Fibrous kale tends to be especially difficult for cold press juicers in comparison to centrifugal models. We tested this by making either plain kale juice, kale-and-celery juice, or a green juice blend (with kale, cucumber, lemon, and apple). We timed, measured yields, and did the same taste tests as with the fruit and carrot juices. This test was a crucial way to assess juicing speed — kale took longer than any other ingredient across all the machines we tested.
• Ginger test: We juiced fresh ginger in each machine to further evaluate their performance with a tough, fibrous ingredient. We looked most closely at the ginger pulp expelled from the machines: Drier pulp means more efficient juicing.

• Cleanup: Between juicing tests, we disassembled and thoroughly cleaned each juicer according to its recommended procedures, using any included cleaning tools. We noted whether the screens or other filters retained bits of pulp and needed extra scrubbing, and whether juice dripped onto or into parts that can't go in the sink or dishwasher. We ran dishwasher-safe parts through at least one machine cycle and looked for any signs of damage.

After completing all of our performance tests and evaluations, we revealed the retail prices of the machines and rated them on value for money. At the time of testing, the cold press juicers ranged in price from $50 to $770, with an average of $340.

Factors to Consider

Size and Capacity

The capacity of the juice and pulp containers included with cold press juicers varies, and that can make a big difference. If you're looking to make gallons of juice per batch, you don't want to have to stop and start over and over again to empty the containers. But a smaller-capacity machine won't be as problematic if you only need a glass or two at once. (Or if you plan to serve the juice in a separate drink pitcher anyway.)

The main thing that determines how quickly a cold press juicer works is the size of the feed chute. A wider one feeds in more produce, with less effort needed to chop, peel, or core items beforehand.

Larger-capacity juicers do take up more room, however, so you may prefer a more compact model if you have limited counter and cabinet space.

Speed and Power

Compared to centrifugal juicers, cold press juicers don't need a lot of power. The Nama J3 that topped our tests uses just 150 watts, compared to 1,000 watts for our favorite centrifugal juicer, the Breville Juice Fountain Elite. Cold press juicers also move slowly, spinning at a few dozen rotations per minute compared to thousands of RPM for centrifugal models. The goal is to thoroughly remove the juice while treating it as gently as possible. Faster movement means more heat, which can mar the fresh flavor and nutrients in the juice. Slower is actually better when it comes to cold pressing.

Care and Cleaning

Juicing can be messy, and cleaning your machine might take as long as juicing itself. The most important thing is to read and follow the manufacturer's cleaning instructions. Many juicers have dishwasher-safe parts, but you may only need a quick rinse in the sink depending on your unit's design. If the parts don't fit together well, you'll likely get splatters and leaks onto the counter, while better-built juicers keep the mess inside.

It's essential to clean your juicer soon after using it so bits of food don't dry and get stuck — that'll save a lot of labor. Some machines also come with brushes or other custom cleaning tools, which can be particularly helpful for mesh screens that tend to clog with debris.

No matter what you do, don't rinse or submerge the motor base in water! If it gets sticky, unplug it and wipe it down with a damp sponge or paper towel.

Extra Features and Accessories

Many cold press juicers include filters for other tasks such as smoothies, nut milk, or sorbet. Smoothie filters are coarser than juicing filters for a thick, chunky result, while nut milk filters are extra-fine for an ultra-smooth texture. (Make sure to soak the nuts in water ahead of time to soften them for the best results.) Sorbet accessories typically don't have a filter; they use an auger to crush pre-frozen fruit into a smooth dessert.

Other Cold Press Juicers We Tested

Strong Contenders

AMZCHEF Slow Masticating Juicer ($90 at Amazon)

This no-frills machine is one of the cheapest true cold press juicers on the market. It was surprisingly powerful in testing and had no trouble with any ingredients, but yields weren't great. It left a lot of juice behind in the pulp.

Hurom H70 Cold Press Juicer ($649 at Amazon)

The Hurom H70 has the same double-auger system as the Hurom H400 above and is just as simple to clean. It's a great option, but the H400 is bigger and yielded higher juice in testing. Either one is a splurge, and we say to spend the $100 more to upgrade to a better Hurom.

Dash Deluxe Compact Masticating Slow Juicer ($80 at Amazon)

Another ultra-budget model, the Dash Deluxe, did an okay job at a low price. Its juices were rather pulpy, and it had a lot of trouble with kale, though. We like its sorbet attachment, a little extra that few cheaper options include.

Breville The Juice Fountain Cold Plus ($320 at Amazon)

This machine is even more powerful and has a larger feed chute than the standard Juice Fountain Cold above. It's a fantastic juicer with a big capacity, but it costs 50 percent more than its sibling and doesn't add much in terms of performance.

Kuvings REVO830 Whole Slow Juicer ($700 at Amazon)

A former test favorite, the Kuvings REVO803 was dethroned by the brand's new AUTO10 in our latest round. Both machines feature a wide chute and an auto-cutting blade to handle whole fruits and vegetables with ease. But the AUTO10 is even bigger and much easier to clean than this model, solving its major flaw without a major price increase.

Greenstar Elite Jumbo Twin Gear Slow Masticating Juicer ($550 at Amazon)

This juicer is the biggest one we tested; it's several appliances rolled into one. In addition to juice, the Greenstar Elite can make pasta, bread, frozen desserts, and more. Added functionality means it's more expensive, takes up more counter space, and is more complicated to use, so we don't recommend it for novices.

What Didn't Make the List

We tested 30 cold press juicers, so there were bound to be a few that didn't make it. Some juicers disappointed us during testing for various reasons, from being unable to crush ingredients and filtering juices poorly to leaving behind hard-to-clean bits. A few had undeservedly high prices that didn't correspond with their features or performance, while others have simply been discontinued since our tests and are no longer available.

• Cuisinart Easy Clean Slow Juicer ($200 at Amazon)
• Elite Gourmet EXJ600 Compact Slow Juicer ($50 at Amazon)
• Hamilton Beach Cold Press Juicer ($140 at Amazon)
• Hurom H-AA Slow Juicer ($399 at Amazon)
• Hurom H310 Easy Clean Slow Juicer ($449 at Amazon)
• Hurom H320 Slow Juicer ($599 at Amazon)
• Jocuu Slow Juicer Masticating Juicer ($100 at Amazon)
• Nama J2 Cold Press Juicer ($599 at Amazon)
• Nutribullet Slow Juicer ($215 at Amazon)
• Omega H3000D Cold Press Juicer ($70 at Amazon)
• Omega 150-Watt Cold Press Juicer ($230 at Amazon)
• Omega 200-Watt Cold Press Juicer ($200 at Amazon)
• Shine Kitchen Co. Cold Press Juicer ($180 at Amazon)

Our Expertise

Jason Horn is a senior writer at Food & Wine with nearly 20 years of experience covering food and drinks. He's written for Playboy, Travel Channel, Serious Eats, Liquor.com, and many more. He tried a 3-day cleanse from a cold press juice shop a few years ago and is still a little traumatized by how much it cost.