Which Cold Press Juicer Is Best for You?

Freshly squeezed juice is a great way to make the most of your favourite fruits and vegetables, but choosing the right juicer can make all the difference. The best juicer for your kitchen depends on what you like to drink, how often you'll use it and how much preparation you tend to do.

Our Cooks Professional juicer range includes 3 key players: The Cold Press Juicer, The 1L Juicer and The Slow Masticating Juicer, all designed to extract juice efficiently with minimal waste. Here's how to find the right one for your kitchen.

Cold Press vs Masticating Juicers: What's the difference?

Cold press juicers and masticating juicers are often two names for the same type of machine. Unlike centrifugal juicers, which use fast-spinning blades, slow juicers use an auger to crush and press fruit and vegetables, separating the juice from the pulp.

This slower extraction process helps minimise heat generation and aeration, producing smooth, fresh juice with less foam. Cold press juicers are particularly useful for leafy greens, fibrous ingredients like ginger, and fruit and veggies such as apples, celery and carrots.

The main differences between our juicers come down to their size, feeding capacity, motor power and convenience.

Which Cooks Professional juicer should you choose?

Whether you're making a quick morning juice or preparing larger batches, each of our juicers has its advantages.

Juicer	Key features	Best for
Cooks Professional Cold Press Juicer	250W motor XL feeding chute 1.8L hopper	Families, regular juicing and less chopping. Perfect for minimal prep time & early morning juices.
Cooks Professional 1L Cold Press Juicer	200W motor Compact chute 1L hopper	Single servings, health shots or smaller families. Suitable for kitchens with less counter space.
Cooks Professional Slow Masticating Juicer	400W Narrow feeding chute	Harder fruits and veggies. High power motor makes light work of tougher foods like ginger.

Cold Press Juicer: Best for less preparation

If you're looking for a powerful cold press juicer that takes the hassle out of preparation, our Cold Press Juicer is a great all-rounder. Its extra-large 130mm feeding chute accommodates many whole fruits and vegetables, reducing the need for chopping. The 250W motor and slow screw extraction system operate at 40–65 RPM, helping extract a high juice yield while leaving pulp noticeably drier.

Forward and reverse controls also help clear blockages, making it a practical choice for anyone who juices regularly or prepares larger quantities without the hassle of excessive chopping.

Compact Cold Press Juicer: Best for everyday convenience

Our Compact Cold Press Juicer combines efficient juice extraction with a convenient 1L hopper, allowing you to load a smaller amount of prepared produce at once. Its 200W motor and slow screw press extract juice efficiently while keeping noise levels low. Forward and reverse functions help keep ingredients moving, while taking up minimal counter space with its compact design. 

It's a great choice for anyone looking for a convenient cold press juicer for their daily routine with smaller families.

Slow Masticating Juicer: Best for versatile juicing

For anyone looking to experiment with different fruit and vegetable juice recipes, our Slow Masticating Juicer is another excellent option. Its slow extraction technology efficiently separates juice from pulp, even from the most stubborn foods. The quiet motor makes it suitable for early mornings, and the pulp ejector helps make cleaning more straightforward.

From apple and ginger juice to homemade green juices, it's a versatile option for regular juicing.

What should you look for when buying a juicer?

Before choosing your juicer machine, consider these three things:
Feeding chute size: A wide-mouth juicer reduces chopping time, particularly if you regularly juice apples, carrots and other larger ingredients.
Juice yield: Slow masticating juicers are designed to extract juice efficiently, leaving behind drier pulp, helping reduce food waste and get the most out of your produce.
Cleaning and convenience: Look for removable components, accessible pulp collection and forward and reverse controls to make everyday juicing easier. All of our juicers are designed for convenience, with detachable components making washing up a breeze. 

The best juicer isn't necessarily the most powerful. It's the one that suits you and your lifestyle the best.
 

Frequently asked questions

Is a cold press juicer better than a centrifugal juicer?
Cold press juicers generally operate more slowly and produce less foam than centrifugal juicers. They're particularly useful for leafy greens and can offer a higher juice yield with certain ingredients. Centrifugal juicers are often faster at processing produce, however lack the quality of the juice produced and often spit out juice with a foamy layer on top.

Can you put whole fruit into a cold press juicer?
Some cold press juicers have wide feeding chutes that accommodate whole fruits. Our Cooks Professional Cold Press Juicer has a 130mm chute to reduce chopping, although hard stones and other inedible parts should still be removed. Tough lemon and orange skins, however can be put in whole with the fruit, no need to peel. 

Are cold press juicers good for vegetables?
Yes. Slow masticating juicers are suitable for a wide variety of vegetables, including carrots, celery, cucumber, beetroot and leafy greens, making them ideal for homemade vegetable juices.

Is a slow juicer the same as a cold press juicer?
Generally, yes. Both terms commonly describe juicers that use a slowly rotating auger to crush and press produce rather than fast-spinning blades. Our products differ in chute size and power, suitable for different needs. 

Are cold press juicers easy to clean?
Cold press juicers require cleaning after use, but removable parts, pulp collection systems and reverse functions can make maintenance easier. Cleaning components promptly helps prevent dried pulp from building up and sticking. 

Find your perfect juicer

Whether you're looking for a cold press juicer with an XL feeding chute, a compact juicer for everyday use or a versatile slow masticating juicer, Cooks Professional has an option to suit your routine.

Explore our juicer collection and start making fresh homemade fruit and vegetable juices.