STX Turboforce HD 3500 Grinder
#14 in #12 and upFull review
The stainless-housed STX #12 for home cooks who want the foot pedal and accessories in one box.
Amazon $279.75$279.75
The STX Turboforce HD 3500 Grinder is the better electric meat grinder overall, rated 2.5 to 2.4. The STX Turboforce HD 3500 Grinder leads on build. The STX Turboforce II 4000 Grinder costs $50 less ($229.75 vs $279.75).
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STX Turboforce II 4000 Grinder
#16 in #12 and upFull review
A home #12 that takes soft bones, for raw pet food and small game.
Amazon $229.75$229.75
Which should you buy?
- Choose the STX Turboforce HD 3500 Grinder for build (stainless steel body vs circuit breaker).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every #12 and up electric meat grinder; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | STX Turboforce HD 3500 Grinder | STX Turboforce II 4000 Grinder |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.5/5 | 2.4/5 |
| Value 25% | 50 rated motor power not published (neutral score used) | 50 rated motor power not published (neutral score used) |
| Motor 20% | 0 rated motor power not published (only a 3,500 W max figure is given), scored as zero | 0 rated motor power not published (only a 2,000 W max figure is given), scored as zero |
| Output 20% | 12 up to 5 lb per minute (maker claim) | 8 up to 4.3 lb per minute (maker claim) |
| Build 20% | 30 stainless steel body | 20 circuit breaker |
| Warranty 15% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| STX Turboforce HD 3500 Grinder | STX Turboforce II 4000 Grinder | |
|---|---|---|
| Grinding | ||
| Head size | #12 | #12 |
| Max wattage (not scored) | 3,500 W | 2,000 W |
| Claimed output | 5 lb/min | 4.3 lb/min |
| Grinds soft bones | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Body | Stainless steel | Aluminum or painted |
| Circuit breaker | - | Yes |
| Foot pedal included | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |