7 best churns

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.

Butter is one of the most demanded and loved foods. This milk 'elixir' is made by whipping cream in a churn. The first mention of this unit was found in Indian scrolls, written 4000 years before our era. It is remarkable that modern housewives do not have to do this long and hard by hand, like our ancestors. Electric oil mills will do all the mechanical part, and at the end you will get an excellent homemade oil that matches the criteria for a healthy diet.

How to choose the right churn

In any choice, it is best to rely on the opinion of experts. Our experts suggest that you familiarize yourself with a number of criteria, following which the buyer will be able to choose the optimal churn:

1. Purpose of the acquisition. This technique is used both by small and medium-sized farms for commercial purposes, and by housewives for the needs of their families. The volume and capacity of the equipment depends on the purpose, it can be domestic or industrial. For a single family, they produce compact-sized devices that process no more than 50 liters of milk per hour. For industrial oil production, a unit with a larger capacity, size and power is needed.
2. Operating principle. Household models can be mechanical or electrical. The manual churn does not depend on the presence or absence of electrical networks in the house. They are easy to use, reliable, but have a low rotation frequency – they are capable of making no more than 60 revolutions in 1 minute. Electric ones have a rotor speed of 1400 rpm, which reduces the cooking time of oil. The main advantage of electric churns is saving time and effort for the user.
3. The material from which the bowl and parts are made. Manual churns are usually wooden. Electrically driven units have a plastic or metal bowl. The use of plastic makes the equipment easier and more mobile. Metal provides operational reliability.
4. Bowl volume. For non-commercial use within a single family, a sufficient capacity is 3-5 liters. For farms – from 15.
5. Performance level. It is influenced by the engine speed and the nominal load. For home use, a churn is suitable that can process 5 to 20 liters of milk per hour. When planning the sale of finished products, the level of productivity should start from 35 liters.
6. Time of continuous work. It is imperative to take into account this technical characteristic so that the churn will last as long as possible. For household appliances, this figure is about 30 minutes. The unit must be turned off every half hour to protect it from overheating.
7. Additional functions. It's great if the churn is able to separate cream from milk, that is, it also works as a separator. The more functionality the better. For example, sometimes with the help of some models you can whip a cocktail, knead dough, make cream.
8. Appearance. The aesthetics of household appliances are now of great importance – they are matched to the design of the room. The churn can be styled antique or, conversely, fit into a high-tech kitchen. It all depends on personal preference.
9. Price. The cost of the churn is made up of all the previous characteristics. The main thing is to determine the intended use of the device and the desired level of its workload. If the hostess rarely uses the device, then you can pay attention to budget models.
10. Manufacturer. When choosing any household appliance, it is important to pay attention to the reliability and popularity of the brand. In addition, it is better to read reviews of real buyers about each specific model.

There are a huge number of churns of various capacities, sizes, designs on the market. Our experts have compiled a rating of the 7 best models.

Rating of the best churns

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Best Electric Churns	1	Motor Sich MBE-6	RUB 13,000
	2	Penzmash Salute	RUB 5,480
	3	Farmer MB-01	4 600 RUB
	4	Aksinya KS-9000 11 liters	RUB 3,300
	5	ME 12 / 200-1	RUB 2,700
Best manual churns	1	Manual butter churn Kliner 27Х11	RUB 3,050
	2	Manual churn 'Neptune'	RUB 2 480

Best Electric Churns

Motor Sich MBE-6

Rating: 4.9

This churn is useful both for home use and for small farms. It has a lightweight bowl made of safe plastic. The use of transparent material enables the hostess to observe the process taking place during work. The balanced position of the rotary mechanism makes the device quite stable, so no weighting of the container for raw materials or additional fasteners is required. The unit economically consumes electricity – power 350 W. The yield of butter from the initial volume of cream is from 30 to 50%.

This model, in addition to whipping butter, has many more functions – with its help you can get sour cream, cottage cheese, whip up a cocktail, fruit or vegetable puree. Low weight (6 kg) and dimensions (284×551 mm) make this device mobile. Buyers in the reviews note the safety of this model. Its rotation speed of the blades is 1300 rpm, but when the cover of a running machine is opened, the impeller is instantly blocked.

Advantages

• unpretentious in operation, very easy to clean;
• optimal impeller shape;
• makes a product of high fat content;
• high performance level – up to 12 liters of cream per hour;
• several color options.

disadvantages

• not identified.

Penzmash Salute

Rating: 4.8

Our experts decided to give the honorable second place to the domestic butter churn 'Salyut' – a time-tested device for beating butter. It works from a 220 volt electrical network. The model is compact in size, easy to use, and also unpretentious in maintenance. A session of work should last no more than 30 minutes, during which time the machine has time to process about 16 liters of sour cream or cream. The device weighs about 8 kg and is quite compact in size.

The bowl is made of safe polycarbonate, the motor is located on top, so it does not get dirty with the product, which makes it very easy to care for. Engine speed – 1380 rpm – productive power is sufficient for operation in a medium-sized farm. The churn has a high yield of the final product – up to 50% of the original. Customers love the ease of use, the carrying handle, the good performance and the quality.

Advantages

• equipped with a convenient carrying handle;
• there is a volume scale on the bowl;
• additional stiffeners;
• high-quality materials of manufacture;
• aluminum blades and impeller.

disadvantages

• not identified.

Farmer MB-01

Rating: 4.7

Another domestic product of Uralspetsmash LLC is the Farmer MB-01 butter churn. According to our experts, this is the easiest churn to operate. The device is equipped with accessible instructions that even a beginner can understand. The model is very functional; in addition to butter, you can make mayonnaise, cocktails, beat batter. The lid has handy locks that prevent accidental opening.

The asynchronous electric motor has protection against overheating, if during operation the user has forgotten about the limited time of use, then the machine itself will block its operation after 30 minutes. The impeller and blades are made of stainless steel. In 15-30 minutes, you can get from 35 to 50% of the final product from the volume of the original. The maximum load of the bowl is 6 liters, the minimum is at least 3.

Advantages

• simplicity and reliability of operation;
• multifunctionality;
• can be installed on any surface;
• the radius of rotation of the impeller is designed so that it grabs the product along the edges of the bowl without scratching it;
• there are several colors to choose from.

disadvantages

• not identified.

Aksinya KS-9000 11 liters

Rating: 4.6

The honorable fourth place in the rating of electric churns went to the 'Aksinya KS-9000' model. It features advanced functionality and reliability. The volume of the tank here is 11 liters, which is more than in previous models. The machine will produce more finished product in one cycle. However, the engine speed is only 1250 rpm, that is, the oil will not be ready in 10-20 minutes, but not less than in 20-30.

The body and lid for the tank are made of stainless steel, the tank and impeller are made of food grade aluminum. According to buyers, the design of the device is modern and even sophisticated. They also note the rather simple operation, economical power consumption and versatility. As for the latter, the device is capable of preparing not only butter, but also a cocktail, dough, various mixtures and mayonnaise.

Advantages

• ease of assembly and operation;
• easy and convenient to wash;
• economical energy consumption;
• reliable device;
• the possibility of using in unheated rooms (operating temperature from 5 degrees).

disadvantages

• not identified.

ME 12 / 200-1

Rating: 4.5

We give the next line to the ME12 / 200-1 churn. It is effective in preparing oil for your own use, not for sale – too small quantities. Powered by 220 volts. The minimum load is 3.5 liters of cream or sour cream, the maximum is 6 liters. The tank and motor casing are made of polycarbonate, the impeller and blades are made of light aluminum alloy. The motor is equipped with overheating protection. Of the design features, it is worth noting the presence of aluminum plates instead of the usual stiffeners. This makes the tank easy to care for.

The duration of continuous work is no more than 15 minutes. From sour cream, for example, butter will have to be cooked in two stages, since the cooking time here is 20-30 minutes. A half-hour break is needed between work cycles. The output of the finished product is up to 60% of the volume of raw materials, that is, it works longer, but gives more. Buyers choose this model for its reliability; according to some reviews, such a churn serves its owners for many years without breakdowns.

Advantages

• a detailed guide with helpful tips;
• overheat protection;
• additionally can prepare batter, vegetable and fruit mixes and mayonnaise;
• compact size;
• reliability in work.

disadvantages

• not identified.

Best manual churns

Manual butter churn Kliner 27Х11

Rating: 4.7

The leading position among manual churns is occupied by a model that is suitable only for cooking oil at home. The device consists of a glass jar with a lid through which the whipping mechanism is passed. There is a handle for driving the impeller blades in action. The volume of the container is 1 liter, the output of the finished product is from 25 to 40% of the filled raw materials. Weight is only 900 grams.

The churn is stylized 'antique', that is, it is not only functional, but also has aesthetic value. In their reviews, buyers note that such a mechanical unit is an excellent gift for any occasion. The mechanism rotates quite easily and quickly due to the small amount of contained raw materials. Some buyers find it a plus that the device does not need electricity to operate.

Advantages

• reliability and ease of use;
• the mechanism and the flask are easy to wash and clean;
• compact size;
• very low weight;
• beautiful aesthetic design.

disadvantages

• not identified.

Manual churn 'Neptune'

Rating: 4.6

The following manual churn is suitable for making small quantities of oil for your own use. Ideal for a small family. Consists of a tank with a capacity of 3 liters, a lid with clamps with a handle, a rotary mechanism with blades made of food-grade aluminum. Its advantage is a high percentage of the finished product yield (50%). Compact dimensions provide convenient storage and thanks to them the device does not take up much space in the kitchen.

The handle is made according to the principle of a hand mill, it is very convenient to use it. The device is reliable, it serves for many years thanks to the use of quality materials by the manufacturer. Buyers also note reliability, a large number of finished products and an optimal cost. In terms of price and quality ratio, this model can be considered one of the best.

Advantages

• the output of the finished product is up to 50% of the original;
• excellent combination of price and quality;
• comfortable rotary handle;
• multifunctionality;
• easy to disassemble and wash;
• compact dimensions.

disadvantages

• not identified.

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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.