Beetroot has a way of staining cutting boards, fingers, and the wrong juicer in equal measure. Picking a slow press model that actually handles dense roots, leafy greens, and the occasional chunk of ginger makes the whole ritual feel less like a chore. The list below focuses on masticating juicers (machines that crush and squeeze produce slowly rather than spinning it at high speed) and a few accessories that smooth out the daily routine. Expect a mix of compact countertop machines, batch juicing tools, and one citrus press for quick morning oranges alongside your beet blends.
The Choices Worth Comparing
Inside Each Recommended Option
Beetroot stains everything it touches, and most slow juicers invite that stain into a tiny mesh filter. The H70 sidesteps that annoyance with a strainer-free chamber: a two-part auger setup (two interlocking screw-like parts that crush and press produce in sequence) handles the separation, so there’s no metal screen to scrub after every run. For someone juicing two or three times a week, the rinse-and-go promise is the real selling point.
Compared to the bulkier Hurom H330 and H400 later on this list, the H70 trades raw hopper size for a more compact footprint that fits tight counters without crowding a coffee maker. You still get a wide mouth for whole carrots and trimmed beetroot, plus a self-feeding design that lets you walk away mid-cycle. For most people building a beetroot habit, the balance of size and function is what makes the H70 stand out.
Real Benefits
- Strainer-free chamber means mineral buildup never collects in a mesh screen, so cleanup is usually a quick rinse.
- Compact body keeps a usable section of counter free, which helps in galley kitchens and small apartments.
- Self-feeding hopper with a wide mouth handles whole beetroot and carrots after a quick trim.
- Masticating slow press keeps heat low, which supports the kind of nutrient retention that beetroot fans are after.
Worth Noting
- The compact hopper is smaller than the H330’s 2-liter mega hopper, so very large weekly batches will take more loads.
- Like all slow juicers, the auger parts need a proper rinse right after use to prevent beet pigment from drying on.
Quick Facts
Who It Suits Best
Daily and every-other-day juicers who want a low-maintenance slow press that handles beetroot, carrots, and leafy greens without a scrubbing session after every run.
Where Another Pick Suits Better
Households prepping a full week’s worth of juice in one sitting will be better served by the Hurom H330, whose 2-liter hopper cuts down on refill trips.
The Whuto earns its spot mostly on the feed chute, which is wide enough to accept whole beetroot chunks and sizable apple slices without forcing you to dice everything in advance. For a household that buys produce in bulk and wants to skip the cutting board, that opening alone changes the rhythm of a juicing session.
Next to the Hurom H70’s strainer-free chamber, this one uses a traditional mesh screen, so expect a slightly more involved rinse. You also get a multi-function angle: the same machine handles mixed fruit and veggie blends, nut milk, and frozen fruit for soft-serve style treats. The gray knob trim gives the body a quieter look on the counter, and a compact size keeps it from taking over a small kitchen. For value-focused shoppers, the chute width and versatility do most of the heavy lifting.
What Earns Its Place
- Wide feed chute takes whole beetroot, apple wedges, and long carrot sticks with minimal pre-cutting.
- Multi-function design extends past juicing into nut milk and frozen fruit, adding real week-to-week value.
- Compact footprint suits small counters and easy cabinet storage between uses.
- Slow masticating press keeps the juice color rich and the texture smooth.
Points To Note
- Mesh filter means a slightly more involved cleanup than the strainer-free Hurom H70 above.
- Build quality leans toward the entry tier, so heavy daily use may show wear sooner than the Hurom machines.
Best Suited To
Shoppers who want a versatile masticating juicer under a tight budget and don’t mind a quick scrub of a mesh screen after each use.
Skip It When
Daily juicers who want the easiest possible cleanup should look at the Hurom H70, where the strainer-free chamber removes the screen entirely.
The Nama J3 is built for the reality of a small kitchen or a movable routine. The body is compact enough to live on a shelf between sessions and to come out only when beetroot night happens. Hands-free feeding still gives you the same “load and walk away” pattern as the larger J2, just in a smaller chassis.
Compared to the J2 below, the J3 is genuinely portable, which is useful for renters, RVs, or anyone who likes to juice at a vacation rental. The trade-off shows up in hopper capacity: you can load a recipe, but a weekly batch for four people will mean a few top-offs. For solo juicers and couples, that limitation rarely matters. The white finish also reads lighter on open shelving than the J2’s black.
Reasons It Performs
- Compact, travel-ready body fits in cabinets and small kitchen carts without dominating the counter.
- Self-feeding hopper means you can prep the rest of breakfast while the machine runs.
- Hands-free operation reduces the temptation to hover, which keeps the slow press cycle consistent.
Trade Offs
- Smaller hopper means multi-jar batches require a few refill stops.
- Compact form limits the throughput that larger Nama models and Hurom H330 users rely on for family-size sessions.
Feature Snapshot
Made For
Singles, couples, and renters who want a hands-free slow press that doesn’t fight them for counter real estate.
Reach For A Different Pick When
Households that need to fill multiple bottles in one session will get more from the Nama J2, which shares the hands-free feel with a noticeably bigger hopper.
The Nama pitcher set is the unglamorous hero of a weekly beetroot routine. At 100 ounces, it accepts a long juicing run without forcing you to stop and pour into a smaller jar every few minutes. The included strainer and pulp catcher make it easier to refine or capture what the juicer produces, depending on your goal.
Pair this with any of the Nama cold press models in this roundup, and you have a system geared toward batch prep. The freshness-sealing lid helps the juice hold up in the fridge for a day or two, which matters because beetroot oxidizes (turns darker as it sits exposed to air) faster than green juice. For anyone whose main frustration is juggling half-full mason jars mid-run, this set removes the bottleneck. It’s an accessory, not a juicer, but for the right routine it’s the missing piece.
What Pays Off
- 100-ounce capacity cuts down on mid-run jar swaps during large batches.
- Strainer and pulp catcher offer flexibility for smooth or pulp-friendly juice without buying extras.
- Freshness-sealing lid supports fridge storage for a couple of days, which suits weekly preppers.
- Balanced handle and smooth-pour spout help avoid the beetroot drips that stain counters.
Honest Caveats
- It’s a pitcher and strainer set, so it adds storage footprint rather than replacing it.
- Best value shows up when paired with a Nama juicer, though it works as a standalone container too.
Right Fit For
Weekly meal preppers who run a long juicing cycle and want fewer jar swaps and a better way to store the results.
A Better Fit Elsewhere
Solo juicers who only make a single glass at a time will find the 100-ounce size excessive and should prioritize a compact juicer like the Nama J3 instead.
Citrus and beetroot play nicely together, and the Astralship makes quick work of the orange or lemon half that brightens any beet blend. The pressure-activated design means you press the fruit down and the motor engages; release and it stops. For someone whose hand strength varies in the morning, that matters.
Unlike the slow press models elsewhere on this list, the Astralship is built for one specific job. The dual-cone system covers everything from small limes to large grapefruits, and the 24-ounce pitcher catches enough juice for a round of beet-citrus mixes. The stainless steel base gives it a more substantial feel than plastic-only citrus presses. It’s a sidekick to a beetroot juicer rather than a replacement, but a useful one.
Useful Strengths
- Pressure-activated motor does the work, which helps anyone with limited grip strength.
- Two interchangeable cones cover limes, lemons, oranges, and grapefruits without swapping machines.
- 24-ounce pitcher collects enough juice for several beet-citrus blends in one go.
- Stainless steel base adds stability and a heavier countertop feel.
Things To Consider
- Limited to citrus, so it can’t replace a slow press for beetroot, carrots, or greens on its own.
- Pairing it with a masticating juicer means more cabinet space used across two machines.
Who Will Love This
Anyone who starts the day with citrus and then adds beetroot to a later blend, and wants an easier way to handle oranges and grapefruits.
Look Elsewhere When
Pure beetroot juicers who never add citrus will get more from a single-machine setup like the Hurom H400, which handles roots and greens in one run.
The Nama J2 is what happens when hands-free feeding gets paired with a hopper big enough for a real family recipe. You load the ingredients once, press start, and let the slow press do its work while you toast bread or pack lunches. For households that juice for more than one person, the J2 hits a sweet spot.
Compared to the smaller Nama J3 above, the J2 trades portability for a noticeably bigger self-feeding chamber, which means fewer top-ups during a beet-carrot-apple-greens run. The black finish hides beetroot splatter a little better than white machines, which is a small but real ownership consideration. Cleanup is still on the easier side for a slow press, with detachable parts that rinse well under running water.
What It Does Well
- Hands-free self-feeding hopper handles a full recipe in one load, freeing you to multitask.
- Slow press technology minimizes heat, which supports the smoother texture beetroot blends benefit from.
- Black body hides beet pigment splatter better than lighter finishes in the same category.
- Compatible with the Nama Large Pitcher Set, which extends its usefulness for weekly batches.
Soft Spots
- Larger footprint than the Nama J3, so it asks for more permanent counter or cabinet space.
- Hopper size is generous but still smaller than the Hurom H330’s 2-liter mega hopper, so very large batches need a refill.
Perfect Match For
Families who want one machine to handle beetroot, carrots, leafy greens, and fruit blends for several people at once.
Swap It Out When
Anyone running the biggest weekly batches should step up to the Hurom H330, which pushes hopper capacity to a full 2 liters.
The H330 is the “load it and forget it” answer for households that juice in volume. The 2-liter mega hopper takes whole apples, carrots, celery, and trimmed beetroot with no pre-cutting, and the quiet motor keeps the kitchen calm at 6 a.m. Once the run starts, you’re free to do something else for a few minutes.
Versus the H70 at the top of this list, the H330 is bigger, heavier, and aimed at batch juicers rather than compact-counter shoppers. The charcoal finish reads modern against stainless and white kitchens, and the slow squeeze design keeps oxidation lower than high-speed centrifugal juicers. For families prepping a week’s worth of beetroot blends, the hopper size alone is reason enough to choose it.
Standout Benefits
- 2-liter mega hopper accepts whole apples, carrots, and trimmed beetroot without slicing.
- Quiet motor makes early-morning juicing less disruptive in shared spaces.
- Slow squeeze technology preserves more of the nutrients that beetroot drinkers care about.
- Charcoal finish looks at home next to modern appliances and hides minor scuffs.
Points To Keep In Mind
- Larger body means it earns its counter spot rather than hiding in a cabinet between uses.
- Higher-end spec list comes with a steeper price, which won’t fit every household’s appliance budget.
Spec Overview
Whose Shelf It Belongs On
Multi-person households and serious weekly juicers who want hopper capacity and quiet operation more than compact storage.
Consider Something Else When
Solo juicers in tight apartments will find the Nama J3 a better fit, since it offers the same hands-free feel in a much smaller body.
The ivory version of the H330 keeps every spec of the charcoal model and trades the darker finish for something that disappears into lighter kitchens. On a white counter or open shelving, the body reads as a piece of small furniture rather than a black appliance block, which matters in design-conscious spaces.
Functionally, nothing changes from the charcoal H330 above. You still get the 2-liter mega hopper, quiet motor, BPA-free parts, and easy-clean assembly. The only choice is whether charcoal or ivory suits your kitchen better. For shoppers who care about how a slow press looks on the counter for an hour each morning, the ivory finish earns its place in the lineup.
What Makes Sense
- Ivory finish blends with white counters, marble backsplashes, and Scandinavian-style kitchens.
- Same 2-liter hopper as the charcoal H330, so no compromise on batch capacity.
- Quiet motor supports open-plan living where appliances need to behave.
- Easy-clean parts match the rest of the H330 line, so ownership experience stays consistent.
Trade-Offs To Consider
- Light finish shows beetroot splatter more than the charcoal model, so wipe-downs matter.
- Larger footprint than compact slow presses like the Hurom H70, so it asks for a permanent spot.
Built With In Mind
Households that want the H330’s batch capacity but prefer a lighter, more decor-friendly finish on the counter.
Not Your Match When
Shoppers who want a low-visibility appliance that hides beet splatter should pick the charcoal H330 instead.
The H400 is the high-end choice in the Hurom family, aimed at people who care about juice texture as much as yield. The two-part auger meshes together to strain out pulp in a way that produces a noticeably smooth glass, which matters if beetroot grit has been a turn-off in past juicing attempts.
Compared to the H70 at the top of this list, the H400 adds a built-in strainer-like function inside the auger assembly, so you get a cleaner pour without needing a separate mesh screen. The wide mouth hopper and self-feeding design keep the workflow easy, and easy assembly means you can take it apart and put it back together without a learning curve. For daily juicers who want velvety beet blends, the upgrade is meaningful.
Positive Points
- Two-part auger design strains out pulp internally, producing a smoother pour that suits beetroot blends.
- Wide mouth hopper with self-feeding cuts down on the slicing and babysitting routine.
- Easy assembly makes setup and cleanup less of a chore, even for first-time slow press owners.
- Slow squeeze technology minimizes oxidation, which helps juice stay fresher in the fridge.
Where It May Fall Short
- Hopper is wide but smaller than the H330’s 2-liter mega hopper, so large weekly batches take a couple of loads.
- Premium positioning places it above entry-level slow presses, so the jump in cost should match the jump in use frequency.
Feature Rundown
Who Should Grab It
Daily juicers who want premium texture and easy cleanup, and who plan to put the machine to work several times a week.
Another Choice May Suit
Households prioritizing the largest possible hopper should look at the Hurom H330, which trades the H400’s internal strainer for a 2-liter loading chamber.
Picking a Slow Press That Suits Your Beetroot Routine
Beetroot is a demanding ingredient, and the juicer you pick shapes the daily ritual more than almost any other small appliance. Start with how often you’ll actually juice, because the gap between a weekly habit and a daily one is where most buyer’s remorse shows up.
Matching The Machine To Your Household Size
Solo juicers and couples usually do fine with a compact slow press like the Hurom H70 or the Nama J3. The hopper is smaller, but for a single glass or two, refill stops barely register. The H70’s strainer-free chamber also keeps cleanup under a minute, which matters when beetroot is on the menu twice a week. Family households running beet blends for three or four people benefit from the bigger hoppers on the Nama J2 and Hurom H330, since fewer loads mean less time at the sink.
Why Masticating Beats Centrifugal For Beetroot
A masticating juicer crushes produce slowly with an auger, which keeps the heat and air exposure low. Beetroot oxidizes faster than green juice, and high-speed centrifugal juicers (machines that spin a flat blade against a mesh to fling juice out of the pulp) whip air into the glass, which dulls the color and shortens fridge life. Slow press models like the H400, H330, and Nama J2 preserve more of the deep red color and the earthy sweetness that makes beetroot juice appealing in the first place. They also tend to run quieter, which helps in open-plan kitchens.
Feed Chute Width And Prep Time
The wide feed chute on the Whuto and the H330 means whole beetroot and carrots go in after a quick scrub and a single trim. Narrower chutes force you to slice produce into coin-sized pieces, which adds ten minutes to a session and discourages daily use. For anyone who already dreads the prep step, hopper width is the single feature that keeps the habit alive.
What To Watch Before You Add To Cart
Mistakes Worth Dodging
The most common beetroot juicer regret is buying a high-speed centrifugal model because it looks like the cheaper option. Those machines struggle with dense roots, leak foam, and leave more pulp in the glass. Slow press models cost more up front, but they handle beetroot the way it needs to be handled. Another trap is ignoring the cleanup story. A strainer-free chamber like the H70’s saves real time, and a mesh filter demands scrubbing after every run. Pick the cleanup profile you can actually live with, not the one that looks fine on day one.
Where The Extra Money Goes
Premium slow presses like the Hurom H400 earn their higher cost with smoother juice texture, easier assembly, and tighter internal straining. Heavy duty options like the H330 justify the price with a 2-liter hopper and quieter motor, both of which matter in family kitchens. Value picks like the Whuto give up some of those refinements but still handle beetroot well, which is why they earn their spot in this roundup. The honest read is that the upgrade is worth it for daily juicers, while weekly users get plenty from a more compact slow press.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do masticating juicers handle raw beetroot well?
Yes. Slow press machines like the Hurom H70 and Nama J2 are designed to crush dense roots, and beetroot is one of the easier ingredients they process. Trimming the top and tail and giving the bulb a quick scrub is enough prep for most models.
How do you clean beetroot stains off a slow juicer?
Rinse the auger and chamber parts under running water right after juicing. Soaking the parts for a few minutes before washing helps lift any pigment that dried on. Strainers with mesh screens need a quick brush, while strainer-free designs like the H70’s chamber rinse clean in under a minute.
Can a citrus press replace a slow press for beetroot?
No. Citrus machines like the Astralship only handle oranges, lemons, limes, and grapefruits. Beetroot is a dense root, so a slow press with a masticating auger is the right tool for the job. Many households keep both machines side by side for different jobs.
How long does slow pressed beetroot juice last in the fridge?
Stored in an airtight container like the Nama Large Pitcher Set, fresh beetroot juice usually holds up for 48 to 72 hours. The deep red color may darken slightly as it oxidizes, which is normal. Adding a squeeze of lemon from a citrus press slows that change.
Are wider feed chutes actually worth it?
For most households, yes. A wide chute accepts whole beetroot and apple slices, which removes the slicing step from the routine. That small change is often what turns juicing from a weekend project into a weekday habit.
Wrap Up
Beetroot rewards a slow press and a steady routine, and the machines on this list cover everything from solo morning glasses to family-size weekly batches. Match the hopper size and cleanup story to how often you’ll actually use the machine, and the right pick usually becomes obvious. Start with the Hurom H70 if you want low-maintenance daily use, the Nama J2 or Hurom H330 for larger batches, and the Nama J3 when counter space is the priority.












