Weston Pro Series #8 Grinder
#4 in #5 and #8Full review
A commercial-style #8 for regular home grinding, with the most motor of any #8 here.
Amazon $399.99$399.99
The Weston Pro Series #8 Grinder and the LEM MightyBite #8 Meat Grinder are evenly matched, rated 2.5 and 2.5. The Weston Pro Series #8 Grinder leads on build. The LEM MightyBite #8 Meat Grinder wins on value. The LEM MightyBite #8 Meat Grinder costs $150 less ($249.99 vs $399.99).
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LEM MightyBite #8 Meat Grinder
#5 in #5 and #8Full review
A lighter, cheaper LEM #8 for home cooks who grind a few pounds at a time.
Amazon $249.99$249.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Weston Pro Series #8 Grinder for build (stainless steel body, metal gears vs circuit breaker).
- Choose the LEM MightyBite #8 Meat Grinder for value ($50 per 100 W ($249.99, 500 W) vs $71.43 per 100 W ($399.99, 560 W (0.8 hp))).
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 | Weston Pro Series #8 Grinder | LEM MightyBite #8 Meat Grinder |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.5/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Value 25% | 37 $71.43 per 100 W ($399.99, 560 W (0.8 hp)) | 55 $50 per 100 W ($249.99, 500 W) |
| Motor 20% | 25 560 W (0.8 hp) rated | 20 500 W rated |
| Output 20% | 18 up to 6 lb per minute (maker claim) | 12 up to 5 lb per minute (maker claim) |
| Build 20% | 55 stainless steel body, metal gears | 20 circuit breaker |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Weston Pro Series #8 Grinder | LEM MightyBite #8 Meat Grinder | |
|---|---|---|
| Grinding | ||
| Head size | #8 | #8 |
| Rated motor | 560 W (0.8 hp) | 500 W |
| Claimed output | 6 lb/min | 5 lb/min |
| Grinds soft bones | - | No |
| Build | ||
| Body | Stainless steel | Aluminum or painted |
| Metal gears | Yes | - |
| Circuit breaker | - | Yes |
| Warranty | - | 2 years |