By the time the baby is six months of age, you should start feeding them solid food. Weaning the baby is an important milestone in a baby’s growth phase. This post if for you who don’t just want to buy ready made baby food. Are you like us and want to make your own baby food but don’t know which baby food maker to buy? We got you covered.
Until the baby is old enough to chew, you should feed them soft and pureed food that is easy to swallow. Fruits and vegetables should be cooked properly and mashed so that the baby does not choke on it.
Food makers or food processors come handy while preparing baby food. Though a blender can be used to puree smooth and cooked veggies and fruits, it may not be suited for hard food items like grains. A food maker has different blades and settings that let you do a variety of tasks.
Let us have a look at the five best baby food makers of 2019
1. Elechomes Baby Food Processor (Our Top Pick)
Elechomes baby food maker is a 4-in-1 food processor that lets you steam, blend, pulse, warm, and sterilize the baby food. The food processor comes with a timer, and you can set the time for steaming and blending. Whether you want to cook and mix veggies, boil an egg or even warm milk, it is possible with Elechomes baby food maker. You can also grind hard food items like pulses and make food of varying texture.
Pros
- Can perform four different functions.
- Can be used for babies up to three years of age
- The auto-shutdown mode will stop the functioning of the food processor if the water level is less. This will ensure a longer life.
- The processor is kid safe. It will start functioning only when the jar is kept in the right position and is locked.
- The click sound will alert you when the time set is over.
- Easy to clean as the blades and compartments can be removed.
Cons
- Limited functions when compared to other models.
- The food processor needs power for functioning. It does not work with the battery.
- Steamer and processor are two separate compartments.
2. TC Bunny Baby Food Processor
The TC Bunny food maker is a 7-in-1 meal station that lets you perform seven different functions. You can steam, cook, blend, chop, defrost, reheat, and disinfect in just one cup.
If you want to cook fruits and veggies or make a smoothie for your baby, this food processor is the right choice.
You can even grind pulses into different textures depending on the dietary requirement of your baby.
Pros
- Can be used for babies from 4 months to 2 years.
- Safe and easy to clean. The compartments can easily be removed and washed in a dishwasher.
- Easy to use control panel that can be operated with one hand.
- Will automatically shut down if it works for long, the food quantity is high or if the water level in the tank is below the minimum.
- Non-toxic materials are used for making the food maker. Thus, you do not have to worry about toxins.
- It is not too loud and hence, can be used even when the baby is sleeping.
- Can cook up to 3 meals in one go.
Cons
- The food processor is made of plastic.
3. Zanmini 6 in 1
Zanmini is a 6-in-1 food maker that lets you chop, steam, blend, warm, defrost and disinfect baby food. Whether you want to cut vegetables and fruits or steam and blend meat, it is possible with this food maker. The pulse option lets you grind pulses with ease. The digital display touch panel makes it easy to control the various functions.
Pros
- Can perform six different functions.
- All accessories used are BPA free.
- The steam basket is fixed with an anti-scald handle that ensures safe operation.
- The water tanker of the food maker is big enough to accommodate a feeding bottle. This makes it easy to warm the milk.
- The stirring cup has clear mark lines, which makes it easy to take the correct measurement.
- The food maker comes with a baby food recipe for babies of three age groups.
- Blades and silicone sealing can be removed and cleaned in a dishwasher.
- Digital display touch panel that makes the operation simple and easy.
Cons
- Limited warranty for one year.
- Once you remove the blade and silicon sealing for cleaning you should make sure that it is inserted back correctly. Otherwise, it will result in leakage.
4. Bubos Smart 4-in-1 Food Maker
The Bubos smart 4-in-1 baby food maker comes with four functions – Cooking, blending, chopping, and reheating. In addition to this, the food maker also has a defrost option that helps you thaw the food kept in the freezer. The timer attached to the food maker enables you to set the time of cooking or blending. The open reservoir prevents mold or bacteria from building up.
Pros
- Can perform four different functions.
- Push button mechanism that makes it easy to operate.
- All accessories used are BPA free.
- The food maker shuts off automatically when the water tanker runs out of water.
- The bowl and blades can be removed and cleaned in a dishwasher.
- The set comes with a lid strainer that lets you pour out excess water.
Cons
- It works only on electric points and not with battery.
5. Gourmia Jr. 5-in-1 Baby Food Processor.
This is a 5-in-1 food processor that lets you chop, steam, puree, blend, and juice the food. The defrost and sterilize option lets you sterilize the baby’s bottle and pacifier and defrost breast milk and other frozen food. The food processor comes with steaming baskets of three different sizes that lets you steam different types of food at the same time.
Pros
- Can perform four different functions.
- 3 tier steam basket that lets you steam different types of food.
- ETL certified product.
Cons
- This food processor is heavy when compared to other models.
- It is a bit noisy
While using a baby food processor for the first time, make sure that you wash it thoroughly. If possible, put it in the steam mode for sometime before you start processing baby food.
6. Baby Breeza food maker
This is a very popular option that allows you to steam and blend your baby foods in one step. This will make you save time as you don’t need to move the food from a steamer to a blender.
Their unique selling proposition is the praticity. With the Baby Breeza you can just set it and forget it. Your baby’s food will be ready in minutes.
The main bowl is made of glass and not plastic, so it is easier to clean. So let’s check the pros and cons:
Pros
- Set and forget it. Ease of use.
- Easy to clean.
- The glass container is better and healthier than the typical plasticky ones.
Cons
- This food makers is simply not as durable as some other options. You will notice the some of the plastic parts will deteriorate very fast.
- The price point is a little bit higher. Especially considering that the product is actually not durable.
7. QOOC 4-in-1 Mini Food Maker
This is a compact and easy to use 4-in-1 option. Due to its compact size, it has less moving parts and it is easier to use and clean than many of the other options on the market. The main selling point is the compactness of it which makes it easy to clean and use. It steams better than it blends but both functions are usable.
Pros
- Easey to use and clean.
- Fast and quiet.
- Better value for the price.
Cons
- The blades rust faster than they should
- It doesn’t blend as well as it steams
If you have any doubt about if your baby is ready for solid foods, check our previous post with the basics of transitioning your baby on to solid foods.
Let us know in the comment if you forgot your favorite brand.
