The best cappuccinators 2022

Cappuccino is one of the most popular coffee drinks in the world. Its secret is not only in the perfect combination of coffee and milk, but also in the delicate milk foam, which in classic recipes takes up to a third of the entire drink. It is for a light and airy cappuccino foam that many of us rush to coffee shops in the morning. However, delicious coffee with milk can be prepared at home, you just have to get a cappuccinatore. Healthy Food Near Me talks about the best cappuccinators available for sale in 2022, and our expert will tell you everything about choosing a good device.

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1. De’Longhi Distinta EMFI (from 5,8 thousand rubles)

A stylish jug will look great in the kitchen of coffee lovers with milk foam. Matte metal and with chrome elements looks expensive. The principle of operation is as simple as possible: pour up to 250 ml of milk into a container, and then press the button. The whisk inside whips up the contents. The part is taken out so that it can be washed more thoroughly. Note that a full jug of milk will not make foam. To do this, pour a little more than half, because when whipping, the volume will increase. Such a reserve of capacity is needed for another function – heating. If you want to cook some kind of milk, you can simply heat it. Lid with silicone seal, non-stick coating inside the cappuccinatore.

Features:

• Metal
• Autonomous,
• Electromechanical
• Stationary
• 250 ml volume.

2. Philips Milk Twister CA6500/63 (from 5 thousand rubles)

Among the best cappuccinators of 2022 in the first row, you need to name a device from this brand. Its capacity is enough to froth milk for two cups of coffee drink. Like the previous participant, two whipping functions are available to him – hot and cold foam. True, he does not know how to heat the contents separately. Yes, the volume is too small. The inner walls are also lined with a non-stick coating. But given that you have to deal with whipped fat milk, it’s better not to delay washing, otherwise it will dry out. Note that the entire appliance cannot be rinsed in the dishwasher as it contains electrical components. However, you can get the whisk and lid. We put a separate plus for this device for working without wires. The stand is pre-charged. The container is installed on it, rotates a full turn and starts whipping at the touch of a button.

Features:

• Plastic
• Autonomous
• Electromechanical
• Stationary
• Volume 120 ml

3. Rommelsbacher MS 650 (from 8 thousand rubles)

Expensive and dimensional device for making foam for cappuccino. In some ways, it resembles a stationary blender: a large jug on a stand. The latter is made of stainless steel. Comes with two glass bowls. The volume of the first is 300 milliliters and it is needed for foaming milk. The second is 400 milliliters and the mixing mode is set in it. Interestingly, the manufacturer did not stop at three standard functions – mix, make hot or cold foam. There is a fourth – warm foam. The handle is made of non-heating materials. At the end of the cycle, it turns off automatically. The cord stows away in a compartment in the case. Nozzles are attached inside with magnets, which facilitates the process of disassembly for washing. By the way, they also have storage space in the case itself.

Features:

• Metal
• Autonomous
• Electromechanical
• Stationary
• Volume 400 ml

What other cappuccinators are worth paying attention to

4. Kitfort KT-710 (from 2,9 thousand rubles)

Huge jug by the standards of cappuccinators – more than 700 ml. With this, you can immediately make a bunch of drinks for a large family. But on the other hand, if you drink coffee alone, then every time you have to wash the entire container. After all, it will not work to prepare milk for the future. Three modes are available: heating, hot and cold foaming. The manufacturer even claims that the cappuccinatore can be used for other than its intended purpose, namely for mixing and heating sauces. We do not know how to relate to such a multifunctional device, which is most often bought by big coffee fans. Includes two nozzles. One for mixing, one for foaming. The first is needed not only for the sauces already mentioned above, but also, for example, for cocoa or hot chocolate. The liquid is heated no higher than 75 degrees Celsius.

Features:

• Made from plastic and metal
• Autonomous
• Electromechanical
• Stationary
• 730 ml volume.

5.Oursson MF2005 (from 1,7 thousand rubles)

Inexpensive Chinese cappuccinatore made of bright plastic. Let’s commend the industrial designers for their color selection. We decided not to limit ourselves to the standard black / white / red, but took the colors of ivory – champagne splashes, burgundy – rich wine, contrasting orange. We are sure that there will be people with bright kitchen sets that match the color of each little thing. To control just one button and three modes: heating and frothing hot / cold milk. Moreover, the device automatically turns off when the foam is ready. Inside there are risks for which you need to fill the device, based on the mode. This is a small problem if you drink cappuccino alone. Don’t fill it all the way – it won’t whip as well. And the size is for two people.

Features:

• Plastic
• Autonomous
• Electromechanical
• Stationary
• Volume 200 ml

6. Melitta Cremio (from 4,3 thousand rubles)

There is a more expensive version of this device, but made of stainless steel. The rest of the specifications are the same. Plastic seems to be even a little more preferable, as the stainless steel is a classic silver color, and this one is available in three colors: red, white and black. He even won an award for his design a couple of years ago. In 2022, this cappuccinatore maintains its position in the ranking of the best. Inside, the manufacturer promises an anti-stick coating. We did not find any complaints about this part among the reviews. Immediately in the box I put three nozzles for different coffee drinks. The pitcher itself is cordless – it is integrated into the stand and can also be stowed away for compact storage. It’s nice when engineers pay attention to such trifles. The device turns off automatically, it is worth removing the container from the stand.

Features:

• Plastic
• Autonomous
• Electromechanical
• Stationary
• 250 ml volume.

7.VES electric H-200 (from 2,2 thousand rubles)

Another “heavyweight” with a volume of 600 milliliters. From this follow its main pros and cons: enough for everyone, but it is more difficult to wash. Available in two colors – black and white. Pleasant backlighting of the button is soft blue. Can do the same as the other best cappuccinators of 2022: heating, foaming in hot and cold modes. Two nozzles are placed in the box with it. The first is a classic whisk. The second is for mixing. The lid is transparent, which helps to assess the degree of readiness of the drink. When overheating or at the end of the cycle, it turns off automatically. The whipping mechanism is held on magnets and can be easily removed for washing. Inside there is a mark, above which it is better not to pour, otherwise the liquid will splash out.

Features:

• Metal
• Autonomous
• Electromechanical
• Stationary
• 600 ml volume.

8. BBK BMF025 (from 1,9 thousand rubles)

For many, this brand is associated with car audio. Their consumer household appliances are not so common on the market. However, the cappuccinatore from our ranking of the best 2022 in stores is often found. The design of the device is curious: against the background of competitors, it looks extraordinary. It works very quickly – just a couple of seconds and the milk is whipped. There is only one heating mode. Despite the volume of 240 milliliters, it is not recommended to fill it to the brim in the foam preparation mode. Holds only 115 ml of frothed milk. This is enough for two moderate cups, or one, but very large. There is an automatic shutdown, which, according to the manufacturer, works before a film forms on the milk.

Features:

• Plastic
• Autonomous
• Electromechanical
• Stationary
• Volume 240 ml

9. Gastrorag DK-003 (from 2,6 thousand rubles)

Don’t be surprised if you haven’t heard of this company before. It specializes in the production of catering equipment. However, their cappuccinatore was clearly ahead of the creators’ intentions and won back a part of the market for consumer cappuccinators. What makes him stand out from the rest? First of all, the weight is more than one kilogram. Don’t be surprised: the case is made of durable metal. Froths, heats milk or does both at the same time. True, the volume of foam here, like that of the previous rating participant, is small – 115 ml. But after all, even in public catering, the barista whips milk separately for each cup. The operating temperature does not exceed 65 degrees Celsius, which is considered optimal for cappuccino. The control panel has two buttons and a small display.

Features:

• Metal
• Autonomous
• Electromechanical
• Stationary
• Volume 240 ml

10. Ariete 2878 (from 6,7 thousand rubles)

Multifunctional milk frother, easy to operate, with 500W power and capacity of 140ml for frothed milk and 250ml for warmed milk. A transparent lid allows you to control the formation of foam, and a single button serves to turn on two functions at once: Hot and cold foam. The ideal tool for preparing a variety of drinks at the right time: latte coffee, cappuccino, cream coffee, shakerato coffee, hot or cold chocolate. The anti-stick coating makes it easy to clean. Switches off automatically and keeps the outer walls cold.

Features:

• Metal
• Autonomous
• Electromechanical
• Stationary
• Volume 240 ml

How to choose a cappuccinatore

We have compiled an overview of the best cappuccinators available for sale in 2022. To make our guide complete, we invited Ilya Savinov, founder of Torrefacto coffee roasting company give advice on choosing a device.

How are models

All cappuccinators are divided into two types: built-in and autonomous. In the first case, the device is part of a coffee machine. It heats and froths milk with steam, which is why it is also called a steamer. There are automatic and manual built-in cappuccinators.

What is panarello and features of manual cappuccinators

The hand steamer froths milk using a special nozzle called panarello. This is a tube with holes for steam at the end, which works on the principle of a spray bottle.

To prepare the milk base for cappuccino, you need to pour cold milk into a metal pitcher, immerse the panarello in it and let the steam go. The panarello steamer heats and froths the milk at the same time, the whole process takes up to 40 seconds. The milk from the pitcher is then poured into a cup of freshly brewed coffee.

There are subtleties in working with panarello that the home barista should be aware of.

• Before you start churning, you need to release a little steam from the tube so as not to spoil the texture of the milk.
  
• It is necessary to monitor the temperature of the milk: turn off the device as soon as the walls of the pitcher become so hot that you want to withdraw your hand.
  
• The tube should be wiped with a clean, damp cloth after each use to prevent milk residues from drying on it, and cleaned as needed.

The top brands of coffee machines with a manual steamer are De’Longhi and Philips. The average price for them now ranges from 35 to 50 thousand rubles.

How the machine works

The automatic cappuccinatore works differently: there is a flexible hose on the steam supply tube that goes down into the milk container, through which the milk enters the tank, mixes with hot steam and pours into a cup of brewed coffee. Another type of cappuccinatore is a built-in jug into which milk is poured.

In inexpensive single-boiler home coffee machines, the cappuccino preparation process takes place in two stages: coffee is prepared separately, milk is foamed separately. The difficulty is that after supplying steam, the coffee machine needs to cool down a bit: this process can be accelerated by passing a little hot water through the cappuccinatore pipe – at the same time this will help to clean the device of milk residues.

In double-boiler coffee machines, switching to coffee preparation takes place in seconds. Coffee machines with two pumps can both prepare coffee and froth milk at the same time, but they are no longer intended for home use, but for commercial use.

Advantages and disadvantages of autonomous cappuccinators

Standalone milk frothers continue to be popular. Even budget automatic coffee machines are expensive, and it’s not easy to make delicious coffee in a cheap carob coffee maker. In addition, many people prefer to prepare cappuccino coffee in a capsule coffee maker, geyser or cezve – in this case, autonomous cappuccino makers will be a great solution.

The manual electric whisk is the simplest self-contained milk frother. It dips into the milk and froths it with a spring at the end of the device. The inconvenience is that the milk will first have to be heated to the desired temperature in the microwave or on the stove. Yes, and the foam is unstable, even if you spend about a minute whipping.

Of the advantages of such a whisk, perhaps, a low price can be noted: models from different manufacturers cost an average of up to 500 rubles. At IKEA, a PRODUKT whisk costs 99 rubles. You will also need two AA batteries. However, the reliability of the design is low: these devices live only a few weeks.

Aerochino

Frothers with a container for milk are also called aerochinos – after the name of Nespresso Aeroccino, included in the set of capsule coffee makers. A device-jug into which milk is poured: inside there is a whisk with a spring that beats the contents. You can heat and foam milk, heat without foaming, and also whip cold milk – however, the foam in this case will be less stable. These devices can also be used to make hot chocolate.

Aerochinos come with a mechanical drive or magnetic. The advantages of the latter are that they are quieter, more reliable and easier to clean. However, a mechanically driven milk frother will be cheaper.

A blower with a mechanical drive costs an average of 3000 rubles. Foamer with magnetic drive – 4500-5700 rubles, depending on the model.

What to look for when buying

• Choose a cappuccinatore based on your budget, the number of cups you make per day, habits and preferences.
  
• If you are going to prepare cappuccino for the whole family and spend a minimum of effort, take a closer look at coffee machines with an automatic cappuccino maker.
  
• Choose a manual milk frother if you want the texture of the foam and the temperature of the milk to be completely up to you.
  
• If you prefer to brew strong coffee in alternative ways (in a geyser, Turk, drip coffee maker), pay attention to the Aerocino frother. They vary in volume, can be found in one or two cups.
  
• Что бы вы ни выбрали, не забудьте про хороший свежеобжаренный кофе. Ведь превосходный капучино рождается только из баланса отличной чашки кофе и идеально вспененного молока.