Cuisinart CCJ-100 Citrus Pro Juicer

Product Description

The elegant cuisinart CCJ-100 Citrus Juicer makes squeezing fresh juice quick, clean, and easy. An auto-reversing reamer squeezes more juice from the smallest lime or the largest grapefruit, and a unique Fast-Spin feature extracts more juice from the pulp. Dishwasher-safe parts for easy cleanups. Convenient cord storage Limited 3-year warranty

Having had good luck with a Cuisinart coffee maker and food processor I had held their products in high regard. Based on this prior experience, I subsequently purchases a Cuisinart coffee grinder and citrus juicer. They both just plain stopped working shortly after I began using them, probably because of a poor quality motor. Like some women I have known, they are attractive but without substance and should be avoided.


The first juicing season we had this it worked well, aside from the short spout and juice all over the counter quirks. We got used to those idiosycrasies and worked around them, mostly because the auto-reverse speed spin feature was a unique feature that worked well and produced more juice than we thought possible. Then, for the second juicing season (and now the third), the auto-reverse spin feature inexplicably has FAILED. Never been compelled to offer up a review before, but had to chip in my opinion on this P-O-S (and it looks like I'm not alone!). It's just not worth the trouble...


PROS: Matched the brushed steel motif of the kitchen.

CONS: Short spout, unstable, small pulp basket, weak construction ...

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Do yourself a favor now and check out Black & Decker CJ525 CitrusMate Plus Citrus Juicer instead. I replaced the Cuisinart with the B&D after returning it in roughly a week. It was hands down the worst juicer I have ever used.

This appliance has too many flaws to detail. But there are some huge deal breakers.

First, the appliance is unstable. I spent more time chasing the damn thing around the counter than actually juicing fruit.

When I could get it steady and manage to press an orange half down, the pulp would fill the basket up extremely fast. Ironically, this is on the setting allowing the most pulp through.

The decision to have a spout vs. a pitcher may seem like a good clean idea, but the design makes it so that more juice ends up on the counter than in the glass.

The construction of this device is such that I felt like I would break it at any moment if I pressed too hard. Unfortunately, if I didn't apply a good deal of pressure, the juice would never be extracted!

You don't need yet another poor review to tell you what so many others have said.

This "juicer" did not juice much more than $20 from my wallet.


I had purchased this item a year ago and can't believe it is still on the market. As an architect I appreciate good industrial design. This is poor functional design. I wrote the company a year ago and they did not acknowledge my effort.
No matter what I do it spills juice on the counter. The unit slides, the spout is not steady, it clogs after two oranges, the strainer is difficult to remove (since it it needs constant removal to keep it clean and going) and it does not extract as much juice per orange as my old inexpensive Oster.
It took months to find a pitcher to fit under the tiny spout. Even at that it still spills juice.
A smart company would have removed this product months ago. Newer lesser priced juicers have hit the market such as DeLonghi, Black and Decker and a newer Oster.
When I finally went back to my old ($12.00) Oster, I could not believe how well it really did work.
I used to praise Cuisinart for commercial kitchen appliances, but this product leaves me with serious doubts about using their products in kitchen designs.


I decided to go ahead and purchase this juicer even after reading some of these crazy reviews. My deal is Cuisinart is one of my favorite brands and in the past i have only had one item go bad on me. I told them the problem and just that easy had a new one sent to me. A lot of the reviews talk about the plastic juicer that isnt sharp enough to get the juice and pulp out?!?!? What??? This thing leaves nothing but the skin after 5-7 seconds of spinning.
The ONLY thing that i agree with that a couple people commented on was it is a little slippery on the counter. It tends to move a little in the direction the blade is spinning. I found that if i make sure the counter top is dry and free of any liquid it will stay in place.

Hey???? for $35.00 you seriously can't go wrong!!! Fresh Martinis in 5 minutes!!


I was roaming through the wilderness of a local electronics store, desperately seeking my next margarita. The night before, my Zinbo juicer had died suddenly and violently... a loud "snap" announced its broken driveshaft.

I was looking for a more reliable companion that was enjoyable and easy on the eyes, but prima donnas need not apply.

This juicer seemed to fill the bill. It looked and felt solidly made, and the smooth brushed stainless shape looked good on my counter. Plenty of power and a good reamer design - whatever the citrus, this juicer takes it down to the rind without slowing down and gives tasty, pulp-free juice without any bitterness. For that I respect and adore it.

I like the use of a spout rather than a pitcher; single drinks go straight into the glass with less to clean. It's perfect for mixed drinks that call for juice of 1/2 lemon + 1/2 orange + 1 lime, etc. In addition, lack of pitcher = shorter driveshaft + more space for motor = sturdier drivetrain.

The fast-spin feature is nifty but doesn't give THAT much more juice. The container traps more than the fast-spin releases. After fast-spin, lift the juice container and tilt it slightly toward the spout and you'll be rewarded. From what I've seen, fast-spin + tilting gives an extra 5% at most.

Now... many criticisms leveled by previous reviewers are correct if sometimes overemphasized.

This juicer is good but it's not perfect. Here are the changes I'd make:

1) The juice spout should be longer. It works, but I make sure the surface below is easy to wipe. Must use free hand to stabilize the juicer that's moving instead of the glass that isn't.

2) The rubber feet should be more widely spaced. It appears "cord storage" was inserted between feet and outer rim. Lose the storage, move the feet all the way out, and it might not be necessary to manually stabilize the juicer to keep it from walking.

3) The reamer does fill up fairly quickly. I don't know if this can be readily designed out without sacrificing efficiency. The jam often appears to be the diabolically-strong part of the fruit just inside the rind. However, the sink sprayer clears reamer and strainer in no time.

4) The bottom of the juice container should be shaped like a half-bowl with a deeper channel leading to the spout. This would eliminate the need to lift and tilt to rescue juice trapped by the flat container bottom.

Rummagers, move on... it may not be perfect, but I'm not getting rid of this one! It does what I need, and does it well.


My hands hurt. I made lovely pink grapefruit juice but with one hand holding the grapefruit down and the other trying to keep this machine from jerking to the side and spewing juice all over the counter....well. You get the picture. Don't buy this!


I have to agree with other reviewers who question the sanity of whoever designed this thing. My main pros and cons are:

Pros: Looks nice. Easy to clean.

Cons:

Unbelievably impractical spout, too short and hard to keep over the receiving container.

Very unstable. The rubber feet at the bottom don't actually touch the surface and the unit wobbles on the plastic edge of the skirt.

Cannot regulate the quantity of pulp in the juice. My old $10 Black and Decker could.

I'm afraid the entire top assembly will break whenever I press too hard. I'm sure it will snap any day now.

And finally... what's this big deal about the mechanism that changes direction to "maximize juice extraction"? They advertise it as if it was some incredible Cuisinart invention. My old B&D also did that!

IN SHORT... do not buy this thing. Really. You're better off with a manual juicer or some other brand. These Cuisinart guys market too much on the aesthetics and (former) reputation and are making major mistakes with the design.


I never write reviews, but I had to do this in order to warn other buyers not to buy this badly designed product. Don't waste you're time and money on this piece of junk.


This is my first juicer. I was so excited after using it the first time! I juiced 9 lemons in just a few minutes and got 2 cups of juice! I followed the instructions and it was so easy! The reverse juice function is ingenious and the Fast Spin function works well too. I will say the juicer did "dance" around a bit thus the reason for 4 stars instead of five. I used one hand on the base and one hand on the lemon. It worked beautifully! A fantastic value for the price.

About Cuisinart CCJ-100 Citrus Pro Juicer detail

• Amazon Sales Rank: #11014 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Brand: Cuisinart
• Model: CCJ-100
• Released on: 2003-08-01
• Dimensions: 6.00" h x 6.20" w x 11.00" l, 3.15 pounds

Features

• Squeezes fresh juice quickly and easily; dispenses juice directly into container
• Anti-drip spout locks allow for interruption of juice flow
• Unique auto-reverse spin feature extracts more juice from pulp
• Elegant, brushed stainless steel housing
• Includes cord storage and dishwasher-safe parts for easy cleanup

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Norpro Stainless-Steel Citrus Juice Press

Product Description

Squeeze every last drop from a lemon or lime with this stainless steel citrus juicer by norpro. The extra-long handle gives you superior leverage, while the professional weight completely compresses the citrus for maximum juice extraction. This stunning mirror-finish tool is dishwasher safe. Made in USA. Tool: 2Hx8L". Juicer cup: 3" dia.

The hinge area which is the most prone to break in these type of products seem sturdy enough to stand up to continual use. The juicer works well if you follow the fool proof directions and don't try to use it for fruits it wasn't meant to be used for.


I have had great luck with this juicer -- easily broke two plastic ones previously and I was discouraged. This item is very sturdy and has not shown any signs of bending or breaking despite my best squeezing efforts. Highly recommended...


I first used a citrus press like this at one of those places where you prepare meals in advance and then take them home to freeze and serve later. I was impressed with it but thought it was available only to restaurants. I happened to see this online and ordered it on the spot. I love it and use it nearly every day. I use a lot of lemon and lime juice and this baby will get every drop out of the fruit with little fuss or mess. I have arthritis in my hands so I was worried that the squeezing motion might be too hard for me, but I have no trouble at all. The tool is hefty and stainless steel so it doesn't react with the acidic citrus like an aluminum one might. I just throw it in the dishwasher after using it. To use the tool, you slice the fruit in half between stem ends and place the half with the cut edge up in the lower perforated bowl. The perforations allow the citrus juice to drip out but the seeds stay in the bowl. The top portion then squeezes down on the cut edge with it's inverted bowl. That inverted bowl has a lip that laps over the lower bowl so you don't get squirted when you press the tool arms together. After the pressing, I tilt it sideways to allow any juice trapped under the lip to drain out.I find myself using it several times every day. I do a lot of cooking and love this tool.


After having used and broken more than one lemon press, I feel entirely confident that such a fate will not befall the Norpro press. This puppy gets it done! I am very, very impressed with the ease of use (squeezes out every last drop) and the ease of cleaning (just pop in the dishwasher, comes out gleaming). I cannot recommend this press enough. It's the one.


This press did a good job. I do wish the bowl was bigger so it would fit the larger lemons and limes. I have found I need to cut the ends off and then cut them in half before squeezing. It is a good product for it's size and price.


I hesitated spending this much money on a juice press given the cheaper alternatives out there. After using now for a month or so I am so glad I spent the extra money. This is made of solid stainless steel, not the aluminum pot metal commonly used in less expensive versions. It feels very solid and well-built and I'm sure will last a lifetime. Squeezes every last drop of juice out of lemons and limes.


This squeezer is poorly designed and too small to juice oranges. It needs to be larger around and shallower. I have a somewhat similar lemon juicer which gets an incredible amount of juice out of a lemon so I had high hopes for this. It's expensive, especially since it doesn't do the job. I can't quite figure out all the 5 star reviews. The do show it with a lemon and a lime so perhaps it is not meant for juicing oranges.


I love making mojitos... And as fun as it is to muddle mint and lime together, it's much more ecnomical to juice the lime first, and throw the juiced rind into the mix...

This juicer get's every little bit out of each lime I squeeze. I bought the stainless steel for it's durablity and in the first 3 weeks have not been disappointed.


I have used this tool many times for squeezing lemons and limes (it's too small for oranges) and it seems to be fairly sturdy with a stainless-steel finish that holds up to the dishwasher. However, it doesn't seem to close on itself as much as it should, leaving too much room (and juice) between the two halves. I found that by leaving an already-squeezed fruit in place when I insert the next one, it makes up the gap and yields more juice. Also, by cutting a shallow X across the fruit's cut end, extending through the peel, it helps the fruit to crush in the right direction. Beware of squirting juice!


Yes you do! Squeezing lemons is indeed a joy in life and this juicer brings the maximum joy! What I mean is, yes it hits the sweet spot amongst citrus juicers. It's not too mechanical and removed, not too difficult and messy to use, but just right and with the tactile feedback that gives you the satisfactory feeling of accomplishment. Holds in the hand with a solid feeling of quality and heft.

Helpful Hint: Squeeze both sides. Start with cut side up to break into the fruit and split the skin, but squeeze slowly at first to avoid an eyeful! Flip it over and get all the juice out. Squeeze it baby!

In A Perfect World: Wish it had a hole for hanging and a bit longer handle.

Parting Shot: Makes me smile! I always smile while squeezing lemons, don't you?

About Norpro Stainless-Steel Citrus Juice Press detail

• Amazon Sales Rank: #12607 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Brand: Norpro
• Model: 523
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 3.00" h x 3.00" w x 9.00" l,

Features

• Extracts every last drop of juice from lemons, limes, and oranges
• Made from beautifully-finished, 18/10 stainless steel; professional weight
• Extra-long handles for extra leverage
• Dishwasher-safe

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Oxo Good Grips Wooden Reamer

Product Description

oxo's Wooden Lemon Reamer efficiently juices lemons, limes and other citrus fruits. The pointed tip and sharp edges make it easier to begin the juicing process and continue juicing with ease. Made of solid beech wood, the material does not react with acidic fruits, making the product more durable.

I am a relatively new cook (just two years of being really interested in cooking) and I always squeezed out my lemon and lime juice by hand. I never knew that there was a tool for getting the juice out. This wooden reamer works so much better than I ever thought it would, getting the most juice out at the quickest pace. Well worth it - another essential tool in my kitchen.


At last, a lemon squeezer that gets it all. The squared off edges bite into the pulp so well that there is very little juice left on the rind. The point bores through the end of the lemon rind, forcing it higher up the shaft so that it fills larger lemons thereby relieving you of the chore of gripping the rind ever tighter to ream out the last bit of juice. This is a big plus for those of us who have gotten older and lost some of our ability to grip as tight as we once could.


This is the best lemon juicer. Gets every last drop. Also, a good shape and size as it is comfortable to hold.


Love this little juicer. I ALMOST didn't order because of the listed product dimensions:
"Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 0.6 x 0.6" ... the 0.6" x 0.6" is INCORRECT. It is about 1.6" x 1.6" x length.

Can't beat the price! ... Easy to use ... effective ... cleans easily!


There's nothing better than the old school. What worked for my mother and grandmother works for me. That juicer is great. It does the job and, it's a snap to clean. I should have bought it years ago. Also the OXO name is a name you can trust for the best kitchen utensils.


I have several reamers, but for the price, you can't beat a plain wooden one. I started out with this model, and after using it several times a week, decided to purchase a nice metal one. I prefer my metal reamer, but this is really a great, inexpensive one too. Every kitchen should definitely have one!


I love this little juicer. Before I got this I would hand squeeze the juice from lemons and limes when needed in a recipe. I always felt guilty throwing away the lemon or lime knowing there was still a bit of juice left. However, with this wooden reamer you get every last drop of juice. This is a handy little item at a great price.


really really good. If you would like to make fresh lemon juice, this tool comes in handy.


OXO Good Grips Wooden Reamer

A very nice hand reamer for my citrus, it's lightweight and sits comfortably in my hand as most OXO brand utensils do...My only recommendation is to rinse it off the moment you're done and let it dry completely before storing, since it's wooden...In future I think if it breaks (from wear and tear) or goes missing, although there's nothing wrong with this one, I'll buy OXO's aluminum reamer instead so I don't have to worry about the preservation of a wooden utensil.


Love this item. The sharp ridges really scrape every little drop of juice out of a lime. Since it is made from wood, it is not slippery on wet hands or wet citrus for that matter. Good grip. Small enough to store in a kitchen drawer. Money well spent.

About Oxo Good Grips Wooden Reamer detail

• Amazon Sales Rank: #5796 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: Beech
• Brand: Oxo
• Model: 1064758
• Dimensions: .63" h x .63" w x 6.30" l,

Features

• Made of solid beech wood
• Great for juicing citrus fruits
• Large, comfortable grip
• Natural oil finish

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Progressive International Citrus Juicer

Product Description

Perfectly sized for limes, lemons and small oranges * Printed measurements in tablespoons, milliliters and cups * Dome lid doubles as a measuring cup * Non skid base * Plastic * Dishwasher safe * Exclusive item

Very small and of course manual, but very effective. Does want to tip over if you get too aggressive with your juicing, so be careful. Works really well though.


all is good but i am always careful that i don't apply to much pressure on it and break it


It is a nice size but I too plan to return this item. The white plastic juicer part won't remain in the clear base. The least amount of pressure makes it pop-up and off of the base. This is a very messy problem for a product of this type. The plastic is thinner and lighter than I expected too. It isn't worth the money or the aggravation.


this is such a great juicer. It works perfectly, it's simple small and durable. Totally worth the money.


Great Product works really well. Gave it four stars because the glass top broke the second week. Not very durable.


I love this juicer! It works really well, and I really like that you can pour your juice into the round cup (shown on top of the juicer in the picture) and that round cup has measurements for you. It's simple, it works, and best of all--it's cheap! I highly recommend it!


I love the design of this juicer but I plan to return it because the base does not fit together with the juicer and lid.


I've used the juicer to make lemonade and orange juice. It's simple and sturdy. You can add the pulp to your drink or keep it separate. The top and bottom pieces are both measuring cups. I like this juicer a lot, highly recommended!


I got this in an effort to minimize all the clutter in my cabinets, and I'm very happy with this little juicer. I still use the juicer attachment to my stand mixer for larger jobs, but for everyday use when cooking, this little juicer is great. I like that I can juice just one lemon or lime for a recipe and I can also measure the amount with the same piece of equipment. So often, a recipe will call for just a tablespoon or so of juice, and this way I don't have to dirty up a larger juicer and then a measuring spoon. I also like the non-slip padding on the underside.


I was looking for a lemon and lime juicer, something easy to use and cheap. This item fits the bill wonderfully.

It's three pieces. The bottom cup has a little spout on it. It also has a non-skid ring on the bottom to help prevent splippage. The top and bottom cups are graduated with Tbls, ml, and Cups measurements. All three pieces fit very well together and disassemble easily. Also, the manufacturer states that this is dishwasher safe, though I hand-wash mine.
My mother in law has already made lots and lots of bottles of her "healthy" style lemonade with this contraption. When you're done, it fits easily into a tall drawer/cubbard.

It is made entirely out of plastic, so we'll see how long this thing lasts, though I personally only plan to use it infrequently.

All in all, I feel like I got a really good value at ~$5, especially compared to all these other more expensive juicers that may or may not juice all that well.

About Progressive International Citrus Juicer detail

• Amazon Sales Rank: #5673 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Brand: Progressive
• Model: CJ-3
• Dimensions: 4.00" h x 4.00" w x 4.00" l, 1.44 pounds

Features

• Fits lemons, limes and oranges
• Printed measurements on side of cup
• Comes with non-skid base
• The base includes a pour spout

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Amco Enameled Aluminum Lemon Squeezer

Product Description

Put the squeeze on lemons and liven up fish and cocktails with the fresh flavor of natural lemon juice. This striking yellow enameled aluminum squeezer is fun and easy to use, extracting pure juice without any seeds or pulp. No more sticky, stinging hands or out-of-control flying juice - just insert half a fruit, squeeze and you'll be enjoying the benefits of fresh lemon juice in no time. Lemon squeezer is pictured in the middle.

I don't know how I got along without this item for so long! This is so fun to use and extracts so much juice from the lemon, minus the seeds, that I'm thinking of things to put lemon juice in just so I can use it!


I use this as a lime squeezer...the lime-sized one is not quite big enough to fit a large lime. This works great. I bought a more expensive brand for my mom (OXO) and it doesn't work nearly as well.


I like this juicer so well, I just purchased several to give as gifts. It will also juice limes, but not oranges. Only negative thing is that the pulp sticks to the finish and has to be scrubbed off.


My new yellow, Amco lemon squeezer is by far the easiest and most efficient hand juicer I have ever tried. I looked at a few different brands and settled on the one that had the smallest holes at the bottom, to discourage rogue seeds from invading my juice. It works like a charm on both lemons and limes, and I'm sure I could use it for other small citrus fruits like tangerines or clementines if I got the urge. It is also super easy to use (cut your fruit in half, stick it in cut side down, and squeeze), and cleans up without much effort, either by hand or in the dishwasher. I have been using it regularly to flavor salads, make guacamole, season quesedillas, and give my water some kick. For a full review visit my blog www.socalocavore.com.


Had previously purchased the green/lime squeezer/juicer &
found it was a tad small for lemons so opted to get
the yellow/lemon one as well.
My son uses it all the time for his lemonade. It's
sturdy and very handy and easy to use - glad I got it!


I purchased this squeezer because it was highly recommended by Cook's Illustrated [which has reliable opinions]. I have found it to be everything they said and more. No matter how difficult the lemon, it extracts the most juice and leaves the pulp and seeds behind. I have arthritis in my hands but find this squeezer easy and comfortable to use. My juice extractor of choice was a reamer, but now I go for the Amco Squeezer instead. I also have the lime squeezer which is even more useful because limes are often dry and hard.


Got one a few weeks ago and it works great! Can't speak for longevity, but it feels sturdy and works well and we'd likely buy the same one if it wears out in a year or so.


I've had both the yellow lemon squeezer and the green lime squeezer for nearly a year -- and now both of them are loosing their enamel. We use them a lot -- and I expected more.

Also, they don't give up the natural oils of the rinds in the dishwasher, and end up having to be washed by hand periodically. The small bowl shape is a real mess to try and clean.


This baby squeezes with little effort. No more rolling the lemon and wearing out my hand trying to squeeze. No more seeds in my drinks! May be a little awkward for some to get your hands around the handles.


I've owned several of these enameled aluminum citrus squeezers made in Mexico or Venezuela. They do the job, but I disagree that they are "dishwasher safe." If you wash them in a dishwasher at high temperatures the enamel paint will inevitably peel. Aluminum doesn't rust, but it still oxidizes, and the aluminum surface will turn a dark gray and feel rough.
Furthermore, the pin that holds the two handles together will corrode, and inevitably break.

About Amco Enameled Aluminum Lemon Squeezer detail

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2641 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: Aluminum
• Brand: Amco
• Model: 8565
• Dimensions: 2.00" h x 3.00" w x 8.80" l,

Features

• Easy to use
• Dishwasher safe
• The result is always pure juice without any seeds or pulp.
• No need for electricity or batteries
• Fun, citrus-inspired color

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