Top 10 Best Mixer Grinders in India (2023)

The Preethi Zodiac MG218 offers a decent food processor arrangement, capable of slicing, shredding, grating, and dicing vegetables. It performs commendably, especially with vegetables like carrots, onions, and beetroot. Moreover, it is an all-in-one food processor because you can knead chapati atta, chop vegetables, and slice carrots, onions, and tomatoes for salads.

The juicer jar provided in this machine is unique because it has two blades, one for blending and another for juice extraction. In addition, the pusher arrangement is beneficial for inserting fruits quickly into the appliance. However, it cannot compare with a stand-alone juicer device. The pulp does not come out as dry as it should.

The wet grinding performance is not up to the expected standards. Better machines like Bosch TrueMixx Pro and Sujata Dynamix are available for wet grinding. But the Preethi Zodiac MG218 is an absolute master at dry grinding. We have used it to obtain turmeric powder and found its performance exemplary.

The Preethi Zodiac MG218 features a robust 750W motor with a top speed of 18,000 rpm. Though the machine makes more sound when performing at high speeds, it does not vibrate. The powerful suction feet hold onto the kitchen platform firmly. Other safety features like an overload protector make it a safe appliance in your kitchen.

Though the machine’s components are not dishwasher safe, cleaning the jars is convenient. However, you must be careful while removing the blades. The juicer blades are challenging to remove, and you can injure yourself if you use excessive force.

The 1000W motor proves its worth in delivering a top-notch wet grinding performance. It is perfect for grinding idli and dosa batter because it can rotate at a maximum speed of 23,000 rpm. Moreover, it enables the batter to emerge silky smooth. The best aspect is that it is an ideal appliance for preparing vada batter that is comparatively thicker than idli dough.

The dry grinding performance is satisfactory, but the blade design needs improvement. There is a sufficient gap below the blades for the food ingredients to get stuck. This mixer grinder has big jars to allow better food distribution. The pounding blade is an excellent attachment because it enhances the dry grinding performance.

The Bosch TrueMixx Pro offers a juicer attachment for extracting fruit juices from watermelons, oranges, pomegranates, and others. However, the narrow base requires you to cut the fruits into small pieces before inserting them into the machine. Unfortunately, the seeds also get crushed along with the pulp. Therefore, we do not recommend this juicer attachment for citrus fruit juices.

The Bosch TrueMixx Pro has an ergonomic design, but it qualifies as a tall appliance, making it challenging for short people to operate it on the kitchen counters. In addition, this machine’s components are not dishwasher safe. But you can remove the parts and wash them separately under the kitchen tap. However, the jar lid grooves are challenging to clean.

This machine has excellent safety features, like an overload protection switch and suction feet. Besides, the device has a shockproof body and well-insulated wiring. However, the machine is heavier than its contemporary models.

This powerful device comes equipped with a big 1.5L wet grinding jar to help grind substantial quantities of idli and dosa batter at a time. Thus, its wet grinding performance is better than the Preethi Zodiac MG218 or the Philips HL7707/00. Besides, the powerful 900W motor allows the machine to run for extended periods.

However, this appliance does not have a flow-breaker attachment. Therefore, you must stop the machine and stir the idli dough to remove the trapped air inside the batter. In addition, the package comes with whisking and chopping blades as additional attachments, enabling you to chop vegetables and whisk buttermilk and cream.

The dry grinding performance is excellent because it has sturdy two-pronged blades for efficient dry grinding. We have tested this machine for grinding turmeric and found that it barely left any coarse residue.

Though the Sujata Dynamix DX has no distinct juicer attachment, the wet grinding jar can double up for preparing fruit juices and milkshakes. However, we advise removing the seeds from the fruits before using the appliance.

One of the significant plus points is that the motor does not get heated up quickly. Secondly, the noise levels are also manageable despite the machine having a 900W motor.

The primary drawback is the absence of an overload protection feature. In addition, it does not have vacuum suction feet to grip the kitchen platform firmly. Nevertheless, the machine does not wobble or vibrate at high speeds. Another drawback is the lack of good after-sales service centers.

Cleaning the machine components is easy because they are easy to disassemble. In addition, this appliance has removable blades and gaskets. So you can wash them separately using soap and water.

This machine uses a robust 750W motor encased in a sturdy ROHS-compliant ABS body. The rotation speed of 20,000 rpm is excellent for a mixer grinder. But Gear Drive Technology allows the engine to reduce its speeds considerably to allow convenient slicing and shredding of vegetables. In addition, the pusher arrangement is an exciting feature.

However, the food processor jar is of poor-quality polycarbonate that requires careful handling. The food processor offers excellent vegetable grating facilities and atta kneading.

The mixer grinder attachment is handy, with a multipurpose grinding jar and a chutney grinding attachment. Unfortunately, this model does not have a distinct wet grinding jar, making it inconvenient to wet-grind idli and dosa batter in large quantities. But the dry grinding performance is excellent because this appliance can comfortably handle challenging ingredients like turmeric, dried ginger, pepper, and red chilies.

The chutney jar attachment is excellent because the sharp blades grind the masalas and chutneys to fine powder and pastes, as required. This appliance does not leave any lumps and is perfect for preparing coconut chutneys for idli and dosas.

The juicer attachment is satisfactory because it can handle soft fruits well. In addition, the food processing unit features a citrus juicer for extracting juice from sweet lime, oranges, and other citrus fruits. The advantage is that this juicer does not grind the citrus seeds to make the juice taste bitter. But we advise removing the seeds from other fruits before juicing them.  

One of the primary drawbacks is the thickness of the steel jars. Therefore, the jars can get hot quickly. Fortunately, the handles are sturdy enough to give a good grip. This food processor is heavy but has powerful suction feet to hold onto the kitchen platform. This machine has an overload protection feature, but the power cord has a 2-pin plug without earthing.

Cleaning the appliance is not an issue because the food processor parts are detachable.

The chutney jar has a lower capacity of 0.3L compared to other brands. But it compensates by offering a Grind-n-Save option where you can invert the jar and collect the masala and chutney in the spacious lid. Therefore, you avoid unnecessary spillage and messing up the kitchen platform.

The juicer attachment is satisfactory for extracting juice from soft and citrus fruits. But, the performance suffered when we tried crushing hard fruits like guavas and apples. However, the juicer jar proved handy when preparing lassis and milkshakes.

This appliance has a 750W motor capable of achieving a top speed of 18,000 rpm. In addition, it features copper winding to make the engine more efficient than other brand models. But the motor makes more noise, as we measured it to be around 98 dB when functioning at its highest speed.

The chutney jar does not have a handle, but the insulation allows you to pick the jar immediately after grinding, even if it is hot. The grinding jar has a capacity of 1.2L and 0.8mm gauge stainless steel. However, the wet grinding jar measuring 1.7L is the highlight of this appliance because it allows wet grinding idli and dosa batter for the entire family at one go.

Cleaning the jars can be an issue because they are fitted to the base using screws from the inside. As a result, food particles can get jammed in the gaps, making cleaning inconvenient. But the jars are dishwasher safe. However, it is not recommended because polycarbonate lids can crack.

The primary advantage of the Butterfly Jet Elite is that it offers four jars, including a 1L juicer jar. The grinding jars are made of stainless steel and have polycarbonate lids. The handles are sturdy to grip.

The 0.4L chutney jar is suitable as it helps prepare smooth chutneys. But the drawback is that it does not have a handle. There is no insulation, as you find in the Preethi Blue Leaf appliance. So the jar can feel hot.

The dry grinding performance is good because the powerful stainless blades can efficiently grind ingredients like pepper, turmeric, and dry ginger. The wet grinding performance is okay, but we recommend soaking the dal and rice overnight to make it convenient for the mixer grinder.

The Butterfly Jet Elite has a shockproof body made of ABS plastic. The suction feet at the bottom grip the kitchen platform firmly. The body offers sufficient ventilation for heat dissipation. The overload protection switch ensures the machine stops when it senses excessive ingredients.

The most exciting feature is the ease of cleaning the mixer grinder. However, we do not recommend dishwashers because the polycarbonate lids can crack.

The most significant drawback is the two-year warranty on the motor, whereas other manufacturers offer a minimum of five years.    

Though it might not be an excellent wet grinding machine for idli and dosa batter, the 1.5L wet grinding jar should comfortably cater to the requirements of small Indian families. Moreover, it can conveniently prepare idli batter for one-time consumption. We recommend soaking the urad dal and rice overnight and running the machine in short bursts to ensure proper grinding.

Depending on your requirements, the 1L multipurpose jar is a dry and wet grinding jar. You can use this jar for preparing tomato purees and other semi-liquid pastes. It also serves as a competent dry grinding machine. However we do not recommend grinding turmeric or dry ginger in this machine because these ingredients are more challenging. The result could be coarse powder with a lot of residues.

The 1L multipurpose jar is also handy for preparing milkshakes, whipping cream, and lassis. You can also use this jar for dry grinding podi chutney because this preparation does not have to be a very fine powder. However, it is a suitable appliance for grinding coarse powder.

The 0.3L chutney jar is small but handy for small family requirements. You can prepare coconut and gram chutney beautifully in this chutney jar. This jar is also helpful for dry grinding small quantities of spices for masalas. It is excellent for preparing onion and garlic pastes. But we recommend slicing the onions and garlic pods well before grinding them. Otherwise, it might leave lumps in the paste.

The Philips HL7756 features a powerful 750W motor, but it makes more noise than other contemporary products. In addition, the engine cannot continuously work for more than 20 to 25 minutes. So, we recommend using the mixer for short intervals and giving the motor some time to cool down.

This mixer grinder has an overload protection switch that stops the motor in case of overloading. It also has vacuum suction feet for easy gripping. But the appliance has a two-pin plug. Philips could have provided a sturdier electrical connection with a 3-pin plug and better earthing.

Generally, you do not use juicers daily. Therefore, a budget mixer grinder like the Usha RapidMix does not offer a juicer arrangement. Instead, it provides three jars for wet, dry, and chutney grinding. Therefore, the Usha RapidMix is suitable for lower-middle class and nuclear families with moderate requirements.

A 500W motor should suffice for your everyday kitchen grinding needs. However, while the Usha RapidMix 1.2L wet grinding jar proves handy for grinding idli and dosa dough, the result does not equal that of the specialized wet grinders.

On the other hand, this appliance has robust stainless steel blades to ensure a decent dry grinding performance. This machine can handle challenging tasks like grinding turmeric and pepper to prepare masala powders.

The 0.4L chutney jar is spacious enough to cater to small families’ needs. Many of Usha’s competitors offer 0.3L capacity chutney jars. 

Though the motor is less potent at 500W, it is sturdy and durable. Usha says that the engine has a rotation speed of 20,000 rpm. It is possible because of the high torque copper winding. Thus, this machine can handle challenging grinding jobs in your kitchen admirably.

Like other mixer grinders, the Usha RapidMix offers three-speed controls and a pulse option. However, this appliance does not provide fashionable attachments like whisking tools. Nevertheless, you can prepare lassis and milkshakes. Besides, whipping butter and cream is also possible in this appliance.

The Usha RapidMix does not compromise safety, as this appliance has strong suction feet to comfortably grip the platform. It prevents the machine from vibrating when operating at full speed. In addition, this machine has multiple vents at the bottom and sides, allowing heat dissipation. The best safety aspect is that Usha provides a 3-pin plug connection with the appliance.

Cleaning the appliance is the most convenient. But we do not recommend using the dishwasher because the containers can develop scratches and damage. Otherwise, this appliance does not require much maintenance.

The Bajaj Rex offers a 1.2L wet grinding or liquidizing jar for preparing idli and dosa batter. Though the blades are sturdy, we recommend making them convenient for the appliance by prolonging the soaking period. It reduces the load and extends the machine’s utility. But, this machine is ideally suited for catering to small family grinding requirements.

The 0.8L multipurpose jar delivers a robust dry grinding performance. You can comfortably dry grind masalas, fruits, and red chili. However, the motor becomes hot quickly and requires a sufficient cooling period.

The chutney jar has a capacity of 0.3L. Though small, it can cater to the requirements of couples and small families. However, the multipurpose 0.8L jar can prove helpful for more substantial grinding needs.

This machine has a 500W motor that enables the appliance to run continuously for 20 minutes. However, operating the machine for extended periods is not advisable because the engine can become hot. Nevertheless, the device has sufficient bottom air vents to dissipate heat.

The primary disadvantage of the Bajaj Rex mixer grinder is its opaque jar lids. Since the containers are made of stainless steel, you cannot monitor the progress without stopping the appliance. Besides, the caps do not have clamps to hold the containers. So users have to close the covers carefully to prevent unnecessary accidents.

The Bajaj Rex ranks among the most convenient mixer grinders to clean. We recommend operating the machine for half a minute with soap and water before washing them. It makes your job comfortable.

Lifelong is not a reputed brand like Bajaj or Usha. But this mixer grinder can deliver comparable performance in your kitchen because it has a powerful 500W motor with copper winding. In addition, this machine offers three-speed options to cater to your grinding needs.

The Lifelong LLMG23 is a budget mixer grinder available for under Rs 1,500. Therefore, expecting the appliance to perform heavy-duty tasks is not fair. But this appliance is ideally suited to efficiently cater to your regular kitchen grinding activities.

The machine has a 500W motor capable of delivering a rotational speed of up to 18,000 rpm. Therefore, this appliance can cater to various grinding activities. But, we do not recommend it for large-scale wet grinding. Nevertheless, you can use it to prepare idli and dosa batter in small quantities for one-time consumption.

The 1.5L liquidizing jar provides the perfect setting for your wet grinding assignments. This jar is also handy for preparing milkshakes, lassis, and buttermilk. The whipping arrangement allows cream extraction from the buttermilk.

Besides, the appliance features a 0.8L dry grinding jar that can effortlessly grind pulses, chili, groundnuts, and other masala ingredients. Unfortunately, though it can handle challenging ingredients like turmeric, it tends to leave a more coarse residue. But this appliance is perfect for preparing podi chutney.

The 0.3L chutney jar efficiently prepares various chutneys for your dosas and idlis. It is ideal for preparing coconut and gram chutney. However we do not recommend extracting coconut or almond milk using this appliance.

This appliance is convenient to clean, but the jars are not dishwasher-safe. You can clean the containers under the kitchen tap inside the sink. But we advise you to be careful because the sharp blades can injure your hands.

Vacuum suction feet help the appliance grip the platform comfortably and prevent it from vibrating. In addition, the device has an overload protection feature. But Lifelong does not offer a 3-pin plug connection. The warranty is for one year, and users can extend it for six months.