Best Burger Press for Picture Perfect Patties Each Time

Ian Mutuli
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Ian Mutuli

Ian Mutuli

Founder and Managing Editor of Archute. He is also a graduate architect from The University of Nairobi, Kenya.
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If you want to have an efficient and convenient burger-making process, you need the best burger press. Luckily, we're here to look at some of the best burger presses in the market so that you can select the best one for you.

Without a good burger press, it can be hard to make a good patty. You may have the best buns and condiments, but the patty can make or break your burger. You don't want to go through the whole process just to come out with okay-looking burgers.

Let's look at some of the best burger presses to help you make killer burger patties that will blow away your audience.

Best Burger Presses

1. Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press

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  • Ultimate 3-in-1 burger making tool
  • Makes stuffed burgers, sliders, and regular burgers
  • Dishwasher safe
  • Non-stick coating

We begin with this best burger press with a simplistic design but makes the best burger patties you have ever seen. You can press slider, stuffed, or regular burgers with this Cuisinart Stuffed Burger Press. Although it has multiple outputs, this best burger press is easy to use thanks to its simplistic design.

Depending on the size of your burger you're targeting, you can choose the right inserts you need for pressing. This non-stick burger press is great for making any burger patty without worrying about how you'll clean later. This burger press is also dishwasher safe.

All these qualities make this non-stick burger press a must-have in your home. The fact that it makes sliders in addition to regular and stuffed burgers makes this burger press a gem.

Pros:

  • Dishwasher safe.
  • Easy to use.
  • Has a non-stick coating.
  • Makes sliders, stuffed burgers, and regular burgers.
  • Very affordable.
  • Produces evenly cooked burgers.

Cons:

  • Has a small diameter.

2. Weston Burger Express Hamburger Press

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Our second pick is a Weston hamburger press that can handle so much more than the plastic burger presses. Made from heavy-duty aluminum, this hamburger press is durable and can make a killer burger patty.

There's a rotating dial at the top of this Weston burger express that lets you set the thickness of your burger patties. This means that you will get uniform patties each time you use this hamburger patty press. Removing the burger patty is also a smooth process thanks to the spring plunger that ejects the patty and the non-stick surface on this large hamburger patty maker.

This Weston burger press is perfect for making stuffed burgers, crab cakes, and sausage patties. You can change the thickness from ¼ inches to 1 ¼ inch. The non-stick coating on this best hamburger patty maker means that you can easily wipe the surface clean after use.

Pros:

  • Made of durable cast aluminum.
  • Wipes clean.
  • Non-stick surface.
  • Comes with one year manufacturer's warranty.
  • Makes consistent burgers.

Cons:

  • Food may clog the top.

3. Grillaholics Stuffed Burger Press

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This best burger press comes with a superb recipe book that allows you to get creative. If you want to make stuffed burgers in a simple process, this is the burger press for you. All you need to do is press, stuff, and seal. You also don't have to worry about cleaning this burger press.

You can break this burger press down into three different parts to allow for easy cleaning. This burger press is made of BPA-free plastic that allows you to make delicious burgers. This perfect burger press has zero crevices for food to hide in. Therefore, cleaning it should be a breeze.

This burger press is also dishwasher safe. This means that you can eat your homemade burgers immediately after cooking as the machine works for you.

Pros:

  • Very durable.
  • Dishwasher safe.
  • Has a non-stick surface.
  • Perfect for low carb burgers.
  • Gives perfectly-sized burgers.

Cons:

  • Can have slight sticking.

4. Mountain Grillers Burger Press

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If you're looking for a burger press to use on the road, this is your lucky day. This burger press comes with a handy carry bag proving that it would be great for travel. This burger press also comes with 40 non-stick papers and ensures that your burger is juicy and evenly cooked.

It's easy to detach and assemble the pieces of this burger press. You can easily detach and reattach the detachable solid plastic handle, especially when you're going for a picnic, outdoor BBQ, or traveling somewhere.

You can use this burger press to make perfect burgers for home consumption and professional use, thanks to the non-stick surface. Patty pressing has never been this efficient, easy, and neat, thanks to this great burger press. You will not have to dwell on or worry about the patties falling apart on the grill.

Pros:

  • Great for easy cleaning.
  • Good for professional use.
  • Non-stick cast aluminum surface.
  • Affordable.
  • Easily portable.
  • Good for making bean burgers.

Cons:

  • Works better with wax paper.

5. MiiKO Stuffed Burger Press 

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Our budget-friendly option allows you to make the types of burgers with ease and efficiency. You can opt to cook the traditional burgers or get creative and try a few of those delicious stuffed burgers and add the fillings and flavors you like.

The slider utensil allows you to make perfectly shaped party sliders. All these options are at your fingertips to give you the uniform burgers you deserve. Making a stuffed patty has never been easier than with this burger maker. This MiiKO stuffed burger press comes with 20 wax paper discs that you can use to make your meat patties.

The non-stick burger papers make the process easier and non-messy. Made of high-quality thick plastic, this best burger press is dishwasher safe and very easy to clean. You also get a recipe E-Book with this purchase.

Pros:

  • Very affordable.
  • Dishwasher safe.
  • Easy to clean.
  • Durable.
  • Makes three types of burgers.

Cons:

  • It can be time-consuming to make stuffed burgers.

Factors to Consider When Buying the Best Burger Press

1. Construction Quality

We've seen some hard plastic build burger presses and cast aluminum presses, among others. When choosing a good burger press for you, whether it's a double burger press or not, you need to pay attention to the quality of materials used to make it.

Choose the best patty press that is durable and long-lasting. This will ensure that you don't have to change it now and then. Also, ensure that the construction material is safe for making food. For example, a plastic burger press needs to be made of BPA-free plastic. Food-grade aluminum construction is the best to use.

You should also pick the perfect burger press that has a non-stick interior. A non-slip handle that is easily removable is also another factor that you should consider.

2. Ease of Cleaning

You want a burger press to easily clean up after you are done making your meat patty. Getting one that is dishwasher safe is also a great idea, especially when making using burger meat. Even a fish burger requires you to clean the surface well after using it.

Getting a burger press that has tight corners and indents is also easier to clean. Overall, the fewer parts that the burger press has, the better. A non-stick surface is a must, especially when you want healthy burgers that cook evenly. Making a traditional burger is far much easier and more fun if you don't have to worry about cleaning after.

3. Patty Thickness and Size

Burger preference is part of the fun. You want to be able to make burgers the way you like. This means that you want a burger press to let you make the size and thickness you want. The patty diameter is affected by the press you use, even for stuffed patties.

The standard diameter is four inches. Nonetheless, you can find presses that have a larger diameter. We've covered some of these options above. The best burger press is one that allows you to adjust the thickness as you see fit.

4. Handles

You want to choose a press that has an easy to grip handle that is both easy to assemble and disassemble. Choosing one with a short handle can seem appealing at first, but it can tire you as you are using it.

Therefore, focussing on grip and length will allow you to get a burger press that will work wonders for you. Remember that a detachable handle is the best. Most of our presses above feature a detachable handle.

5. Base

The bottom surface of your press determines how well your burger patties cook. Whether you have patty paper or not, you want a smooth and strong base if you want burgers that have cooked evenly. Having grill lines can be a good option as well.

Therefore, choose a burger press with a surface that will allow your patty to cook faster and deeper.

6. Amount of Meat

Before you select the burger press you want, you need to know how often you'll use it and the amount of press meat you'll be using. If you are only cooking for your family, a single base press can be enough. However, if you use the press for commercial use, a larger burger press will be better.

Larger burger presses give you multiple bases to place your meat. This allows you to make more than one patty with one press. Also, you may want to consider a press that allows you to make different types of patties.

7. Portability

Like our fourth option above, portability is a factor you should consider. If you plan on having outdoor BBQs or picnics and feel that you may want to carry your burger press with you, getting a portable press is a great idea.

What makes a press portable? The fact that you can detach the parts easily and assemble them just as easily. Being able to separate the handle, base, and lid will allow you to transport them easily.

8. Extra Features

Other than the standard features of the burger press, you can opt for a model with extra features for convenience. For example, a patty ejector will enable you to remove the patty once you're done easily.

Adjustable patty thickness and a non-stick surface are some other extra features that will allow you to have a seamless experience. You don't want to be fully prepared with your favorite ground meat and not have an amazing experience as you cook.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What fat percentage is best for burgers?

Ground beef that is 70% lean and 30% fat will give you the most flavorful beef burgers you have ever tasted. These burgers will make your mouth water in anticipation of the juiciest burger ever. Nonetheless, if you are concerned about your health and want to keep it a bit more on the healthier side, you choose to go for less fat.

In this case, ground beef that is 80% lean with 20% fat should be fine.

2. Why should you put an ice cube on a burger?

Putting an ice cube on your burger prevents it from overcooking. It also adds some extra moisture to your beef. If you are grilling large patties, this is a great trick whether you used patty papers or not. So, how do you go about it?

Take your ball of ground beef and gently press the small ice cube at the center of it. After it's nicely in there, form the beef around the ice cube to ensure it's properly sealed.

3. Why do homemade burgers fall apart?

Whether you are using a burger press or a grill press, adding too many ingredients to your patties will make the burger fall apart. The extra ingredients like liquid seasoning, soy, or even marinate add moisture to the patty, making it fall apart. 

Ian Mutuli

About the author

Ian Mutuli

Founder and Managing Editor of Archute. He is also a graduate architect from The University of Nairobi, Kenya.
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