6 best yogurt makers according to customer reviews

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

The benefits of fermented milk products for digestion have long been proven by scientists, but not everyone is in a hurry to include yoghurts from the nearest hypermarket in their diet, explaining their reluctance by the abundance of all kinds of preservatives and additives harmful to health. Such people prefer to cook dairy products on their own, using yogurt makers for these purposes. These portable electronic devices allow you to prepare a real treat at home, spending a minimum of time and money on preparation.

Which yoghurt maker is better to buy?

Compiling a rating of the best yogurt makers, we paid close attention to the products of well-known companies that have become market leaders and are very popular among buyers.

Phillips

A well-known European brand, whose products are in great demand among European buyers. Known since 1891, headquartered in Amsterdam. In addition to household appliances, the company is famous for its solutions in the field of health care, as well as the production of all kinds of lighting equipment.

Tefal

A famous French brand founded in 1956 and originally produced pans and other kitchen utensils. By the beginning of the 2000s, the company mastered the production of complex household appliances. Currently, Tefal products are manufactured in factories in France, Switzerland and China and are represented in more than 120 countries around the world.

Zigmund & Shtain

German manufacturer of household appliances, headquartered in Dusseldorf. It was founded in 1991 and is engaged in the production of exceptionally high-quality household appliances for the kitchen. The production facilities of the enterprise are scattered throughout Europe.

Moulinex

French manufacturer of home appliances, whose history begins in 1922. In 2001, it became part of Groupe SEB, thanks to which it received an additional impetus for development. Yoghurt makers of this manufacturer are certainly associated with high quality products. Yoghurt makers produced under this brand are rightly considered one of the best.

What to look for when choosing a yogurt maker

1. Number of compartments. You should not choose the largest yoghurt maker with a lot of compartments. As a rule, the shelf life of the finished product is limited to a few days, and therefore it will not work to prepare yogurt 'for future use';
2. The quality of the plastic. All parts of the yogurt maker must be made from environmentally friendly, 'food grade' plastic.
3. The material from which the jars are made. During heating, plastic can emit harmful substances, and therefore, devices with glass jars in the kit should be preferred;
4. Auto shutdown. A useful function that allows you to automate the yoghurt preparation process by turning off the heating after a set time;
5. Manufacturer country. Contrary to popular stereotype, Chinese yogurt makers are not always 'bad'. The vast majority of manufacturers are currently transferring their production to the Middle Kingdom. Subject to quality control and all technological procedures, the best yoghurt maker will have the same consumer characteristics, regardless of whether it is made in China, France or Russia.

Rating of the best yogurt makers

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Best inexpensive yogurt makers	1	Moulinex YG230 / 231	RUB 3,435
	2	Zigmund & Shtain YM-216DB	RUB 3,190
The best yoghurt makers in the middle price range	1	Oursson FE1502D	RUB 3,490
	2	Philips HD9141	–
	3	Tefal 887241	–
Best Premium Yogurt Maker	1	Tefal YG657132	RUB 5,990

Which yogurt maker to choose?

When asking which yogurt maker is better to buy, you should decide in advance on the functionality that you plan to get from this device, as well as the price segment to which this or that yogurt maker belongs. Depending on the last criterion, all yogurt makers without exception can be divided into three conditional groups.

Rating of the best inexpensive yogurt makers for home

Yoghurt makers in the entry price range, affordable for almost everyone. Despite the low cost, they are distinguished by a fairly high functionality and 'work off' every penny of the money invested.

Moulinex YG230 / 231

Rating: 4.8

A compact yoghurt maker that will surely appeal to those whose kitchen does not allow accommodating a large number of various equipment. With its very compact size, this yoghurt maker has decent functionality. The principle of its operation is based on constant heating, and thanks to the self-timer, the device turns off automatically. The design of this model assumes the simultaneous preparation of up to seven portions of yoghurt, each of which can have a volume of 150 ml. The operation of the yoghurt maker is intuitive, electronic, and the main information is displayed on the liquid crystal display. The estimated cost of this model varies around 3 thousand rubles.

Advantages

• Compact size, stylish design;
• Self-timer and sound signal about the end of cooking;
• Convenient and intuitive electronic control;
• Simultaneous preparation of up to 7 servings of the product;
• Possibility of preparing yoghurts, yogurt, cottage cheese and other useful products;

disadvantages

• Short power cord;
• The possibility of overheating the product during cooking;

Zigmund & Shtain YM-216DB

Rating: 4.7

A yoghurt maker that does not take up much space on the kitchen table due to its horizontal form factor and allows you to prepare large quantities of yoghurt at the same time. The yoghurt maker comes with 8 small glass jars and one large yoghurt bowl with a volume of 1.5 liters. The operation of the device is intuitively simple, all the necessary information is displayed on the screen of the yogurt maker. Thanks to the adjustable timer, you won't be able to 'overexpose' yogurt: at the end of cooking, the device will turn off and notify you with an audible signal that the treat is ready. The peak power of the yogurt maker is 21.5 W, and its approximate cost is about 2000-2200 rubles.

Advantages

• Compact dimensions;
• Low price;
• Self-timer and sound indication of the end of the cooking process;
• Intuitive controls;
• 8 yogurt jars and a large bowl included;

disadvantages

• Insecure top cover latches;
• Short power cord;

Rating of the best yoghurt makers in the middle price range

Yoghurt makers, which can be called an excellent example of the price-functionality ratio. With a large number of additional options, the cost of these yogurt makers is still available to almost every customer.

Oursson FE1502D

Rating: 4.7

Those who care about their own health will probably prefer to choose Oursson FE1502D. This compact and stylish device with a bright, distinctive design is perfect for the lover of stylish things. Like all similar yoghurt makers, this yoghurt maker works on the principle of constant heating and is equipped with an adjustable auto-off timer and an audible signal when the end of cooking is over. Jars of this model have a capacity of 200 ml and are made of ceramics. This material is much more environmentally friendly than ordinary glass, it is unpretentious in maintenance and has a higher strength. In addition to the classic preparation of fermented milk products, this device supports the fermentation function. Control is carried out using an electronic panel equipped with an LCD display, which displays all the necessary information. The estimated cost of this device is 3000 rubles.

Advantages

• Stylish appearance;
• Fermentation function;
• Ceramic jars for yoghurt;
• Self-timer;
• Convenient touch control;
• Compact dimensions;

disadvantages

• Not long enough power cord;
• Poorly designed top cover fixation system;
• The inconvenience of preparing individual products – cottage cheese, yogurt;

Philips HD9141

Rating: 4.6

Among the buyers, there are probably many people who prefer all kinds of multifunctional yogurt makers. Philips HD9141 is the perfect gift for just such people: this device can not only function as a classic yogurt maker, but also act as a double boiler when needed. The power of the yogurt maker is 900 W, which is more than enough for the quick preparation of tasty and healthy products. In addition to making classic yoghurt, this device is equipped with five automatic cooking programs for various fermented milk products and provides the ability to prepare cottage cheese. The steamer comes with 6 glass jars, as well as a spacious 2000 ml bowl. For lovers of automatic cooking, there are delayed start and self-timer functions. The control of the yoghurt maker is electronic, intuitive, and all the necessary information is displayed on a compact display. The estimated cost of this model is 6500 rubles.

Advantages

• High power;
• Convenient electronic control;
• Steamer functions;
• 6 glass jars and a 2 liter bowl for making yogurt;
• Possibility of making cottage cheese;
• Five preinstalled programs;

disadvantages

• Quite high cost;
• Inability to adjust the degree of granularity of the curd;
• Periodic software crashes;
• Scale formation due to untimely care;

Tefal 887241

Rating: 4.5

Many customers, especially the elderly, have an extremely negative attitude to electronic control, considering it unnecessarily complicated and confusing. For them, the classic 'toggle switch' and a couple of buttons are the ideal of ergonomics and simplicity. Tefal 887241 is the best option for these buyers: the basic functionality of the device is controlled using simple and intuitive mechanical controls. The operating algorithm of the yogurt maker is similar to that of similar models and assumes constant heating of the jars of yogurt during preparation. The latter, by the way, are made of high-strength glass and are unpretentious in maintenance. A recipe book is included with the device. The estimated cost of the yogurt maker is 7300 rubles.

Advantages

• Intuitive mechanical controls;
• Book of recipes;
• 8 glass jars included;

disadvantages

• Uneven heating of the jars during cooking;
• High price.
• Relatively large dimensions of the yogurt maker;

Rating of the best premium yogurt makers

The device, which is distinguished by excellent workmanship and extensive functionality, allows you to prepare not only delicious yoghurts, but also a large number of other, equally useful, products. The downside of such functionality is a rather high price.

Tefal YG657132

Rating: 4.9

An excellent option for those buyers who want to get maximum functionality for a reasonable price. This compact yoghurt maker features excellent build quality and comes complete with six glass yoghurt jars. The yoghurt maker is equipped with an automatic shutdown function and has a convenient electronic control with the output of all the necessary information on the display. In addition to making classic yoghurts, this model makes it possible to cook cottage cheese and various dairy desserts, and for ease of use it is equipped with a whey drain pan and a measuring ladle. The estimated cost of this yogurt maker is 9 thousand rubles.

Advantages

• High power;
• Trays for draining whey and measuring ladle included;
• Possibility of making cottage cheese and dairy desserts;
• Convenient electronic control;
• Six glass jars included;

disadvantages

• Large dimensions;
• High price
• Lack of a large yogurt bowl;
• Lack of automatic cooking modes;

Choosing the best yogurt maker

1. Those looking for a yoghurt maker with the highest functional-to-quality ratio should look to the Moulinex YG230 / 231. The device has classic functionality, seven glass jars and allows you to cook yoghurt in automatic mode thanks to the built-in timer. And all this for a very affordable price!
2. The best yogurt maker for the whole family is Zigmund & Shtain YM-216DB. This functional device is equipped not only with classic jars, but also with a spacious bowl that allows you to prepare yogurt for the whole family!
3. The Philips HD9141 is a yoghurt maker that is sure to appeal to those looking for maximum functionality at a reasonable price. The yoghurt maker belongs to the class two in one and performs not only the functions of a yoghurt maker, but also a double boiler. Six automatic modes, self-timer, delayed start and many other functions – all at a reasonable price

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.