Ranking of the best hamburger and patty presses for 2022

Anyone can make meatballs. But in order to give the minced meat an ideal round shape and the same thickness for uniform frying, you will have to tinker. To save time, you can use a hamburger press.

For home use, it is better to choose manual devices (if you do not cook cutlets on an industrial scale). The design of such presses is as simple as possible. Essentially molds with a lid. You load a portion of meat (fish) into it, press the lid and that's it - the perfect cutlet is ready.

Advantages

If you like hamburgers, then the press is a great helper. Probably everyone knows that the main difference between hamburger patties and homemade ones is the composition. Only fresh minced meat, spices and salt and no binding ingredients like eggs. It is very difficult to manually form a perfectly even cutlet from such a mixture, so the main advantages of the press are:

• you can vary the thickness, which will turn out the same, both in the middle and along the edges;
• saving time - the first time you may not succeed, but when you fill your hand, the process will take a couple of seconds;
• the ability to replace unhealthy fast food with healthy food - replace beef with chicken breast, add vegetables and fry, without adding oil;
• appetizing view of steaks, zrazy and cheesecakes, regardless of whether they are fried in a pan or on the grill;
• lovers of experiments can cook zrazy with a perfectly round filling;
• uniform roasting - again due to uniform thickness;
• easy care - just wash with a sponge and any dish detergent or load into
• dishwasher.

The press can also be used to prepare dietary dishes or desserts. Replace minced meat with cottage cheese mixture and learn the perfect, ruddy cheesecakes for breakfast.

How to choose

Pay attention to the material. Plastic models are usually cheaper, but will not last long. Metal ones are an order of magnitude more expensive, they have special notches that imitate grill strips, and they look much more presentable.
As a rule, the supplier of inexpensive kitchen gadgets is China.It is impossible to check how safe the dyes used in the production of presses are. So do not choose models of bright, acid colors.

If you order a device via the Internet, choose trusted sellers and carefully study the characteristics of the product. Plastic must be food grade, labeled ABC. Pay attention to reviews (especially when ordering from a well-known Chinese online shopping site).

As for the diameter, most of the models on the market are between 9 and 12 cm in size. Some forms have an additional scale for determining grams - they are more expensive and more suitable for professional use. It is unlikely that someone will weigh the meat on the scales during cooking.
You should not buy a special press for making zrazy with filling. It's only in advertising that everything turns out quickly and simply. In fact, you will have to suffer for a long time, at least with cheap models. A recess for the filling can be made with a press handle (if the design allows) or use a teaspoon.

Design - the simpler the better. The covers of cheap presses are equipped with special latches (plastic - the material is fragile and can easily crack under strong pressure). Working with them is not very convenient and long.

Burger Tips

To get a juicy burger steak, use only fresh minced meat (not defrosted). You can experiment and combine several types of meat, observing the proportion of 80% meat and 20% fat. Salt and spices, of course, to taste.

Before cooking, it is better to cool the minced meat a little - it will be easier to get the finished steak out of the mold.
So that the meat does not stick to the metal form, you need to periodically moisten it with water (for plastic, you can use a small amount of vegetable oil).

The best presses worth up to 500 rubles

Multihouse

Plastic case and comfortable lid. There are notches at the bottom of the bowl, but for some reason they are not visible on the finished cutlet. Suitable for dense minced meat (you can use chicken, fish). When extracting the finished semi-finished product, problems may arise, therefore it is better to moisten the container in advance and select the optimal portion of minced meat empirically (the manufacturer does not give any recommendations on the optimal grammage).
Easy to clean with normal dish detergent. Cannot be washed in a dishwasher.

The price is ridiculous 174 rubles.

• price;
• safe material;
• easy to use, but takes some getting used to.

• notches are not “imprinted” on the finished semi-finished product;
• You have to press hard on the lid.

Lina Rey Home

Compact with convenient lid. Included is a disk for cooking zrazy with filling, but it is better not to use this function. After much torment, you get an indistinct lump of the filling and the main minced meat.
Suitable for the formation of semi-finished products from meat, fish, chicken, vegetable minced meat. It can also be used for making cottage cheese, the main thing is that the mass is sufficiently dense.
The form is made of food plastic. The press can be washed in the dishwasher.

Price - 310 rubles.

• convenient cover;
• suitable for any stuffing;
• Can be washed in the dishwasher.

• should not be used for zraz.

Press 3 in 1

3 perfectly even cutlets or zrazy with one press of the lid. The device consists of three forms - the ideal solution for a large family. The press is also useful at a picnic, for making steaks. It will speed up the cooking process several times.

Another plus is the removable bottoms. No sticky minced meat, ready-made steaks are easily removed from the mold. The press can be used with any minced meat, including fish or vegetable (even for potato pancakes). The plastic body is easy to clean.

Price - 433 rubles.

• saving time;
• you can experiment with fillings (it works well, you just need to fill your hand);
• removable bottoms;
• low price.

• when forming cutlets with filling, you will have to close each compartment separately;
• cannot be washed in the dishwasher.

Funny Kitchen Stuffz

The mold is made of durable plastic. The body is collapsible - it is easily washed from the remnants of minced meat. The convenient handle and a nozzle insert for preparation of cutlets with a stuffing. There are notches on the bottom, but they are not visible on the finished cutlet, so you won’t be able to get “like from a grill” stripes. To prevent the stuffing from sticking to the walls, it is recommended to moisten the surface with a small amount of oil or water.
The diameter of the container is 11 mm, it can be considered standard, suitable for any buns. The result is a perfectly smooth hamburger.

Price - 250 rubles.

• fully collapsible design;
• material - safe and durable plastic;
• comfortable handle.

• no.

Werner Pump

Favorably differs from similar inexpensive devices.Advanced design (like expensive models), durable body material and ease of use. With Werner Pump, you can really save time and make delicious burger patties for the whole family in just 10 minutes.

The container and lid with a comfortable handle are made of environmentally friendly plastic. The press can be washed in the dishwasher. Form diameter - 12 mm (finished cutlets - about 10 mm).

Price - 480 rubles.

• comfortable handle;
• standard diameter;
• can be washed in the dishwasher;
• Beautiful design.

• no.

The best presses at a price of up to 1500 rubles

Royal Grill

Made of plastic. Due to the corrugated surface of the mold, stripes are created on the formed cutlet, imitating grilling. The device is suitable for working with any minced meat, regardless of density. A convenient lid allows you to form semi-finished products of uniform thickness for perfect frying.

Price - 480 rubles.

• textured surface (the grooves are high enough to leave a relief on the cutlet);
• cutlets are easily removed from the mold;
• does not require strong pressure on the cover;
• 2 molds included.

• there are no significant ones.

Weber

With this gadget, you can really quickly make perfectly shaped cutlets. The design is as simple as possible, but at the same time convenient. You can make both standard and double cutlets. Before use, it is recommended to grease the form with a small amount of oil, so that it is easier to remove the finished cutlet. The lid can be used separately, as a cookie cutter, for example.
Material: plastic, dishwasher safe.

Price - 1390 rubles.

• convenient design;
• you can make regular or double cutlets;
• can be washed in the dishwasher.

• overpriced, although using the press is really convenient.

STEBA BURGER PRESS

The corrugated surface of the form, ease of use, the ability to vary the thickness and grams of cutlets (from 115 to 225 grams). Suitable for those who want to turn the routine cooking process into real creativity.
The design of the lid and the depth of the container allow you to make cutlets from any minced meat. All you need is to put a portion of minced meat, press it, and an even cutlet is ready.
The material is plastic, the design is completely collapsible, so it is easy to take care of the press.

Price - 1100 rubles.

• durable and safe material;
• the ability to choose grammar;
• ease of use.

• no.

Polaris PBP 0301

Double mold for making standard and mini burger patties. Material - plastic. The set includes two lids with comfortable handles, two base plates of different diameters. The recommended norm of minced meat is 150 g. The special design of the lid helps to evenly distribute the minced meat in the container. The result is a good roast and an appetizing look.
Reviews are only positive. The shallow container and the ribbed surface make it easy to remove the steaks. Washing the press is easy - just rinse the mold under running water.

Price - 1100 rubles.

• trusted brand;
• the ability to form semi-finished products of different diameters;
• safe and durable material;
• only positive feedback.

• no.

Migliores

The press is made of metal. The surface of the container is embossed to simulate grill stripes, even when cooking in a pan. The advantage of this solution is uniform roasting.

The lid with a wooden handle is convenient, no effort is needed to form the stuffing, just press lightly. In general, an excellent option for your money, which is confirmed by customer reviews.

Price - 1200 rubles.

• easy to use;
• formed minced meat is easily removed from the mold;
• comfortable wooden handle;
• practically unlimited service life;
• the container is easy to clean.

• no.

The best presses are more expensive than 1500 rubles

GEFU SPARK

From a German manufacturer. Suitable for those who appreciate not only functionality, but also beautiful design. The container is made of steel, and the lid is made of porcelain with a metal insert.
The recommended capacity of the container is 180 g, the diameter of the mold is 12 cm, suitable for any bun.
The principle of operation is no different from analogues. And the high price is most likely due to the porcelain lid. It is worth overpaying or not - decide for yourself.

Price - from 2900, mini-version - from 1900 rubles.

• trusted brand;
• attractive design;
• easy to use;
• standard container size.

• porcelain lid.

Eppicotispa

Metal shape and interesting handle design. No effort is required to evenly distribute the stuffing across the container. Suitable for forming semi-finished products from chilled minced meat, fish and vegetables. Diameter - 10 cm. Can be washed in a dishwasher.
The gadget is really good, but the price raises questions.

The cost is 2800 rubles.

• lid with ergonomic handle;
• service life is not limited;
• ease of use - minced meat is pressed effortlessly.

• price.

GEFU kit

Another German brand press, complete with 2 kebab skewers. All the same porcelain lid and corrugated surface of the container.
The instructions say that the skewers are suitable for cooking meat delicacies on an open fire, but given that there are 2 pieces in the kit, it will not work to use the kit for the company. As a result, skewers with the image of skulls on the handle are only useful for serving a dish for two. The idea is not bad, but the manufacturer could have added skewers for that kind of money. As a gift - a good set.

The price is 3200 rubles.

• skewers included are suitable for serving burgers - kids will love it;
• thoughtful design;
• suitable for a gift.

• again the price.

Char Broil

Consists of two molds made of heavy-duty alloy. The long-handled press lid distributes the load evenly. Form diameter - 11 cm, steak weight - 150 g.
The design is simple, no frills, but the functionality is on top. Useful for a large company - you can make juicy burger steaks quickly and easily. Thanks to the deep grooves on the bottom of the container, you can achieve the effect of grill stripes even when cooking cutlets in a regular frying pan.

Price - 1990 rubles.

• double capacity;
• ergonomic handle;
• can be washed in the dishwasher;
• durable container material.

• no.

Napoleon burger set

From a Canadian brand of grill accessories. Good for burger lovers.Clever design with 2 containers and 4 nozzles included - for double steaks, for mini burgers.
The convex surface of the lid can make indentations in the stuffing for the filling. The press is collapsible (reminiscent of a children's designer), which makes it easier to clean, can be washed in a dishwasher.
An almost professional set at an adequate price - connoisseurs of juicy steaks will appreciate it.

Price - 2190 rubles.

• functionality - after all, the manufacturer specializes in grill accessories;
• adequate price considering quality;
• double mold and attachments included.

• no.

So, there are many options for compact and presses. Made of metal and plastic, with additional nozzles and double containers - a choice for every taste and budget. And, yes, a burger press is not just a toy, but an indispensable assistant in the kitchen.