An inexpensive #8 for occasional burger and sausage batches. Grinding a whole deer will take a while.
Amazon $124.99The LEM #8 Countertop Meat Grinder is the better electric meat grinder overall, rated 2.7 to 2.5. The LEM #8 Countertop Meat Grinder leads on value. The LEM MightyBite #8 Meat Grinder wins on warranty and output. The LEM #8 Countertop Meat Grinder costs $125 less ($124.99 vs $249.99).
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A lighter, cheaper LEM #8 for home cooks who grind a few pounds at a time.
Amazon $249.99Which should you buy?
- Choose the LEM #8 Countertop Meat Grinder for value ($21.74 per 100 W ($124.99, 575 W) vs $50 per 100 W ($249.99, 500 W)).
- Choose the LEM MightyBite #8 Meat Grinder for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and output (up to 5 lb per minute (maker claim) vs up to 3 lb per minute (maker claim)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every #5 and #8 electric meat grinder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | LEM #8 Countertop Meat Grinder | LEM MightyBite #8 Meat Grinder |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.7/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 96 $21.74 per 100 W ($124.99, 575 W) | 55 $50 per 100 W ($249.99, 500 W) |
| Motor 20% | 26 575 W rated | 20 500 W rated |
| Output 20% | 0 up to 3 lb per minute (maker claim) | 12 up to 5 lb per minute (maker claim) |
| Build 20% | 25 reverse | 20 circuit breaker |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| LEM #8 Countertop Meat Grinder | LEM MightyBite #8 Meat Grinder | |
|---|---|---|
| Grinding | ||
| Head size | #8 | #8 |
| Rated motor | 575 W | 500 W |
| Claimed output | 3 lb/min | 5 lb/min |
| Grinds soft bones | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Body | Aluminum or painted | Aluminum or painted |
| Reverse | Yes | - |
| Circuit breaker | - | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |
