Have any of you guys used a cheap noodle press? Can you recommend one?

[Railgun]

I want to buy one of those cheap noodle presses so I can make my own pasta. I'm talking about the lowly hand crank ones that won't exceed the 20-40 dollar price range. So far Amazon reviews can't decide if they are good or if they all break instantly. I was wondering if there was anyone who can recommend a brand, so I came to a tech forum which is obviously the most qualified place. I've never bought anything of this sort so I have no idea what I'm getting into.

 

Thanks

[Bigbootyjudy]

You might want to go to a kitchen or baking store around where you live to check one out. Kitchen stores are everywhere but call to see if they have one before you do go(if you go).

[MadModder]

There's this type (for flat noodles) that I own. It can be found here (as well as other places) :

https://bestchoiceproducts.com/products/pasta-maker-roller-machine-7-dough-making-fresh-noodle-maker-stainless-steel?gdffi=007fe586e71244a0919e2efb123cba56&gdfms=67B6CDB717DF425E98E535D50AD7A885

 

And a press for spaghetti type noodles :

http://www.lightinthebox.com/portable-home-stainless-steel-pasta-noodle-press-machine-with-5-template_p2348785.html?currency=USD&litb_from=bing_shopping&utm_source=bingshopping&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=bingshopping

 

Those are the 2 that I have. There are a million varieties to choose from.There's cheaper plastic models, and tons of all different kinds on ebay.

[NumLock21]

IMO when it comes to kitchen supplies. Go and buy it from a retail store, that way you can physically see its built quality and whether you like it or not. Don't like the way it works, then it's a quick drive back to the store for a exchange or refund. Much faster then repacking and shipping it back.

[Railgun]

On 9/8/2017 at 6:50 PM, MadModder said:

There's this type (for flat noodles) that I own. It can be found here (as well as other places) :

https://bestchoiceproducts.com/products/pasta-maker-roller-machine-7-dough-making-fresh-noodle-maker-stainless-steel?gdffi=007fe586e71244a0919e2efb123cba56&gdfms=67B6CDB717DF425E98E535D50AD7A885

 

And a press for spaghetti type noodles :

http://www.lightinthebox.com/portable-home-stainless-steel-pasta-noodle-press-machine-with-5-template_p2348785.html?currency=USD&litb_from=bing_shopping&utm_source=bingshopping&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=bingshopping

 

Those are the 2 that I have. There are a million varieties to choose from.There's cheaper plastic models, and tons of all different kinds on ebay.

I'm interested in that spaghetti press. Does it seem sturdy enough to last a while without breaking?

[MadModder]

Yes. That's why I didn't buy a plastic one. It's a pain to clean though, but I'm sure that's true with any of them. Warning: once you start making your own noodles, you'll never want store bought again. I also found this to be the case with making my own bread. Just can't stand store bought anymore.  Luckily the more you do it, the easier it gets.

[Railgun]

3 hours ago, MadModder said:

Yes. That's why I didn't buy a plastic one. It's a pain to clean though, but I'm sure that's true with any of them. Warning: once you start making your own noodles, you'll never want store bought again. I also found this to be the case with making my own bread. Just can't stand store bought anymore.  Luckily the more you do it, the easier it gets.

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