Rating of kitchen choppers and how to choose one

Recently, I myself had no idea what a kitchen chopper was. But, when moving to a new apartment, the family council agreed that the kitchen equipment would be new and modern. There has been a lot of controversy about this device. I note that I was categorically against it: I was worried about the lack of functionality and the space occupied by the device. Housewives will understand. 2 years have passed since the move, and now I can’t imagine life without him.

Kitchen chopper in the sink - what is it?

To begin with, I will share my knowledge of what a household appliance is. I'm sure many people have no idea why it is needed. So, a food waste disposer is a device that is installed in the sink. The large flask and sharp blades allow you to quickly deal with huge amounts of waste. The resulting mixture is sent to the sewer through connected pipes.

Disposer - this is the name given to a device for grinding food waste.

It has a number of undeniable advantages:

• increases the hygiene of the kitchen area;
• eliminates unpleasant odors;
• becomes an excellent alternative to the trash can;
• prevents the infestation of harmful insects.

Thanks to the disposer, cooking waste is immediately sent to the drain. This eliminates the smell of rot in the kitchen, which is especially noticeable during the summer months.Flies and other harmful insects do not darken your life, since they simply have nothing to eat.

There are mechanical and electrical models. The second option is more convenient due to the speed of processing. The powerful motor allows the sharp knives to grind even solid waste at great speed, clearing the sink of debris.

Rating of popular models of 2020

The device appeared in our country relatively recently, but users who have already tried different models in action are actively leaving reviews. We compiled a kind of rating by analyzing technical characteristics, functionality and other parameters.

A chopper is a very useful thing in the kitchen.

1. The In-Sink-Erator Evolution 200 is one of the best shredders available today. It quickly grinds even the hardest waste, such as chicken bones, to the smallest fractions. Users note its power and relative silence during operation. Small compared to models from other manufacturers.
2. Status Premium 300 - the induction motor is reliable and provides the necessary power for processing solid waste. Has overload protection. People using this model have noted its quality and speed of operation).
3. Zorg ZR-75D is a shredder with the maximum configuration. The cutting knives are made of stainless steel and sharply ground. This helps them quickly grind waste into crumbs.
4. Bone Crusher BC 810 - the device is easy to install according to the instructions yourself: everything is extremely simple and described in detail. The manufacturer promises a long service life - over 25 years. Buyers in reviews highlight the impossibility of quickly recycling large amounts of waste.
5. Midea MD1-C38 is a reliable and durable disposer, designed for high loads.Buyers note the affordable price and ease of installation of the device. Disadvantages include the lack of a water seal and large dimensions.
6. Unipump BH51. The manufacturer noted in the description the high (compared to other models) rotation speed of the knives. The kit includes a protective rubber ring to prevent contamination of the sink.
7. Teka Thor T22. The mechanism is equipped with a pneumatic button, easy to operate. The knives have a high rotation speed, which makes it possible to grind large and very hard waste.

Most devices meet the high requirements of potential buyers. Among the common “disadvantages” noted by users, noise and lack of space under the sink to install a trash can come first. But these are minor shortcomings that are easy to get used to.

Which to choose?

When choosing a kitchen appliance, we advise you to pay special attention to its characteristics. The first thing to consider is the power of the device. The more powerful the engine, the faster and easier it will be to dispose of waste.

Also taken into account:

• material of the chopper elements - knives and bowl made of stainless steel will last much longer than plastic ones;
• rotation speed - the higher this indicator, the faster recycling will take place;
• the volume of the crushing chamber - it is calculated optimally, taking into account the free space under the sink and the number of people living in the apartment;
• noise level - most manufacturers reduce the volume of the device due to additional sound insulation (it’s good if it falls within the range of 40–45 dB).

If the device is too noisy, it may be uncomfortable to be around while it is operating. Of course, you can get used to it over time, but the neighbors are unlikely to be happy about it.Also, devices are often equipped with a number of additional functions. For example, security systems, waterproofing seals, overload or surge protection.

The leading shredder manufacturing companies listed in this article offer different disposer models to customers. After objectively assessing the capabilities of the kitchen and calculating the amount of waste produced, go shopping.