Back in the day, it took a lot more time and effort to prepare dough for a regular home meal. Once the dough is mixed and stirred, it had to sit for hours in order to become ready. Today, however, with the modern touch of technology, home cooks use a very handy little machine called a wet grinder.
Wet grinders changed the way people prepare the dough, and made it easier and quicker for everyone to enjoy their favorite treats. In this article, we will go over some of the best wet grinders that allow easer preparation of traditional Indian food.
1. Butterfly Rhino Table Top Wet Grinder, 2L (Cherry) – ₹ 3,473.00
The first wet grinder on our list is from a famous brand of cooking equipment, Butterfly. The model features two grinding compartments. Its wattage is 150W, voltage is 220-240V at 50-60Hz, and the revolution is 1300. The set contains one 2l jar made of stainless steel, while the body is ABS. With each purchase, there is a motor and a product warranty.
The whole device is aesthetically pleasing and will go with basically any kitchen counter top. Maintenance is easy, and detachable parts make it quite convenient to clean. The cherry color is unique, making this wet grinder one of the prettiest out there.
2. Pigeon by Stovekraft Platino 12726 2-Litre Wet Grinder – ₹ 3,637.00
Here is another 2-liter wet grinder by a trusty brand. The body is made from shockproof and rustproof ABS, while the grinder itself is a non-contamination stone that will not absorb anything as it operates. The motor is double side ball bearing, while the lid is made from unbreakable food-grade polycarbonate.
The drum is detachable for easy operation and cleaning. Two attachments are included, a coconut scrapper and an atta kneader. The device works on 150W and 2023-240V. The white/pink color combo will not go well with all kitchen designs, but the grinder looks appealing enough to suit the most.
3. Panasonic MK-SW200BLK Wet Grinder, 2 L (Black) – ₹ 7,899.00
Panasonic is one of those quality brands you know you can trust with your purchases. They make all sorts of kitchen and home appliances and have a long tradition of high-quality products. Moreover, they have successfully built trust among customers. Their wet grinder is among the best on the market.
Apart from looking great, it does a magnificent job. It holds two liters, it has a transparent plastic cover, and you get a 5-year warranty on the heater and 2 years on the whole product. The grinder operates on 240W and 230-240V and comes alongside a measuring cup and a spatula.
The black and steal combo assures that no kitchen will look worse with it on display. The drum is made of 304-grade stainless steel. No matter if you want to prepare soft idlis, fluffy vadas, chapatis, rotis, or crisp dosas, this grinder can help you with everything.
4. Elgi Ultra Grind+ Gold Table Top Wet Grinder, 2L (White/ Purple) – ₹ 6,675.00
Elgi is one more top-level brand of kitchen devices. You can rest assured their products will be up to the task, and help you prepare all the doughy goodness you can imagine. Like Panasonic, they offer 5 years of warranty on their wet grinders. The drum is made from stainless steel and it is fully rustproof, just like the rest of the competition.
The grinder consists of patented conical grinding stones that offer a better batter experience with less wear and tear of the stones themselves. There is a noise and vibration-free feature in case you require some silent cooking. Like some other models, you may experience a slight burning smell during the first operation, due to the grinder heating for the first time.
This is completely normal so do not worry. The body is made from ABS, making it durable and lightweight at the same time. Its motor is a 150W model, ready for heavy-duty cooking.
5. Elgi Ultra Dura+ Wet Grinder, 1.25L (Fortunate White) – ₹ 5,614.00
Another model by Elgi, this is a slightly less expensive model. Still, it offers the same 5-year warranty and practically everything else like its cousin. The stones are also patented conical, and the drum is made from 304 stainless steel. With this model, you also get a batter cleaner. This motor in only 85W however, meaning it is not as heavy-duty as the rest of the list.
This makes it useful for households that do not require frequent nor large amounts of cooking. Furthermore, it only holds 1.25 liters, while the rest of the list holds 2 liters. Although smaller and meant for less-hungry customers, this wet grinder does everything the bigger models do. For an occasional Indian dough meal, it is capable of absolutely anything you might need.
6. Preethi Iconic WG 908 2 Liter Wet Grinder – ₹ 6,899.00
To finish things off here is something a little bit different. This wet grinder is smaller than all five of the previous ones, as it only has the drum part. It comes with features like automatic shut-off and an overload motor protector. To clean it, the batter removes from the conical stones thanks to the batter cleaner attachment.
The drum can also be used for storing the batter. It weighs 12.8 kg and its dimensions are 59.6 x 32.8 x 31.6 cm, considerably smaller than the rest. The warranty on the product is 2 years. The pink color will not fit every kitchen, but the style and overall look of the device are quite appealing.
Conclusion
If you are in need of a new wet grinder to prepare those tasty Indian specialties, this list has something for everyone. Depending on the aesthetics of your kitchen, the depth of your wallet, and the amount of cooking you need, we are sure you will find your next wet grinder among these six models. It is time to break out your grandma’s cookbook and start preparing your favorite dough-based treats!
