Preparing fruit and vegetables
Wash produce well and cut it to fit the chute. Hard items such as carrots and apples suit centrifugal juicers, while leafy greens do better in a slow juicer, where you can roll them into balls with harder pieces. Peel citrus for masticating juicers and remove large seeds. Drink fresh juice soon, as it loses nutrients and flavour quickly, and store leftovers in a sealed bottle in the fridge for no more than a day. Keep the pulp for soups, parathas or composting.
Types of juicer
- Citrus juicer. A cone that presses halved citrus, cheap and simple.
- Centrifugal juicer. A fast spinning blade and filter, quick but noisy and gives less juice.
- Masticating juicer. A slow screw that crushes and presses, higher yield and quieter, but slower.
Indicative rates
Rates vary by type, power and brand. These ranges show common market figures.
| Type | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Manual citrus press | PKR 500 - 2,500 |
| Electric citrus juicer | PKR 3,000 - 9,000 |
| Centrifugal juicer, 400-800 W | PKR 6,000 - 18,000 |
| Slow masticating juicer | PKR 15,000 - 50,000 |
| Commercial juicer | PKR 40,000 - 150,000 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Yield and quality
Slow juicers extract more juice from the same fruit and handle leafy greens, wheatgrass and soft fruit better. Centrifugal juicers suit hard fruit and vegetables such as apples and carrots and finish in seconds. Citrus presses give the best results for oranges and lemons.
Noise and speed
Centrifugal juicers are loud and fast, which suits a quick morning juice. Slow juicers are quiet but need small pieces and time. If you juice daily for a family, speed matters, and if you juice for health, yield matters.
Cleaning
The most important question is how many parts need washing. A juicer that is hard to clean ends up in the cupboard. Rinse immediately after use, and use the brush supplied to clean the filter. Dishwasher-safe parts help. Always follow the maker's manual and unplug the appliance before cleaning.
What to check before buying
- Feed chute size. A wide chute saves cutting time.
- Power and motor. Overload protection.
- Parts to clean. Fewer is better.
- Warranty and service. Ask for it in writing.
- Pulp container size. For daily use.
Small kitchens
In a small kitchen, a citrus juicer or compact centrifugal model fits well. Store it with other small appliances in a cabinet, see kitchen organiser racks. Use a good socket, see power sockets.
Before you decide
Be honest about how often you will juice, since a machine that is hard to clean ends up unused. If you want juice a few times a week and have a small kitchen, a compact centrifugal juicer is practical. If you want maximum yield and juice greens, a slow juicer is worth the extra. Ask about spare filters and parts, and check the warranty in writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
A citrus juicer for oranges and lemons, a centrifugal juicer for quick everyday juice and a slow masticating juicer for maximum yield. Choose by what you juice and how often. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
A citrus juicer is about PKR 500 to 9,000, a centrifugal juicer about PKR 6,000 to 18,000 and a slow juicer about PKR 15,000 to 50,000. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
If you juice often, want a higher yield and quieter operation and juice greens, yes. For occasional juice, a centrifugal or citrus model is enough. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Yes. A juicer separates juice from pulp, while a blender keeps all the fibre. See the blender guide for blending. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
Rinse the parts straight after use before pulp dries, use the cleaning brush on the filter and choose a model with few parts. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Usually the same working day once you send the quantity, the size or rating and a photo. The reply is a written rate with the model, warranty and delivery listed, so you can compare it against other quotes line by line. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.