With its clusters of fleshy, gem-like seeds inside, the pomegranate is not an easy fruit to process and enjoy. You cannot easily remove the edible flesh from the seeds, so the best way to enjoy the taste and benefits of pomegranate is by using a really good juicer. Freshly squeezed pomegranate juice is both refreshing and incredibly healthy.
You can always try blitzing the seeds in an ordinary juicer, but then you will have to strain the juice to remove the seeds. And the ground seeds can alter the taste somewhat. Another option is to put the fleshy seeds in a strainer and manually press with your fingers to extract the juice. But that can be labor intensive and time-consuming.
The best option if you want to drink crimson red pomegranate on a regular basis is to buy a dedicated pomegranate juicer/press. This is a hand operated juice press that is designed to work with citrus fruits and pomegranate. The best juicers will efficiently squeeze out the juice without crushing the seeds.
Best Pomegranate Juicers Comparison Table
| Image | Product | Features | Star Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
 | 1. Cilio “The Press” Juicer, For Pomegranates and Citrus | Excellent fit and finish All metal body, no plastic parts Easy to operate Food safe stainless steel | 4.2 out of 5 |
 | 2. CO-Z Commercial Grade Citrus Juicer | All metal construction Food grade stainless steel Decent ergonomics Affordable pricing | 4.5 out of 5 |
 | OldPAPA Upgraded Manual Citrus Juicer | Has a simple screw on the side Lets you adjust the size of the juicer to work with your fruit built-in liner that functions as a strainer | 4.1 out of 5 |
 | 4. Cookmaster Large Commercial Juice Press | All metal construction Enamel protection Durable and sturdy | 4.4 out of 5 |
 | 5. LavoHome Pomegranate Juicer Commercial Grade | Sleek black looks All metal construction Durable body | 4.2 out of 5 |
 | Slender Commercial Citrus Fruit Juicer | Gives you some stability when using it Keeps waste from your fruit out of your glass Heavy-duty cast iron base | 4.6 out of 5 |
 | Crystalia Pomegranate 2-in-1 Squeezer and Juicer | 2-in-1 tool that functions With a reamer attachment that fits on the base Though designed for pomegranates | 4.1 out of 5 |
 | 8. Hamilton Beach 932 Commercial Citrus Juicer | Outstanding build quality, fit and finish All surfaces are acid resistant Extremely efficient at squeezing juice Short handle is easy to press | 4.7 out of 5 |
 | Gowintech Commercial Cast Iron Manual Citrus Hand Press | Made from food-grade parts Heavy-duty cast iron base Built-in strainer | 4.4 out of 5 |
 | 10. The Pomegranate Juice Press – Extra Large | Extremely sturdy juicer Well balanced base Enamel protected surfaces Works well with citrus | 4.1 out of 5 |
When you shop for a manual pomegranate juice press, look for the following features:
- Durable and food-safe materials, preferably stainless steel
- Protection against acids on the surfaces
- Non-toxic plastic components
- Ergonomically designed handles for easy operation
Ten Best Pomegranate Juicers in 2017 Reviewed
1. Cilio “The Press” Juicer, For Pomegranates and Citrus
Headquartered in Solingen, Germany, Cilio is a brand well known for high-quality workmanship. Nicknamed “The Press” this juicer from Germany is designed to handle anything from pomegranates to citrus fruits like orange, grapefruit, and limes.
As far as the looks are concerned, “The Press” cannot be faulted for poor fit and finish. Everything seems well put together. The base is solid, with rubber feet that plant in on the surface in a stable manner. While the base is made out of painted aluminum, the pole and the work surfaces of the funnel and extractor that come in contact with the fruit are made from stainless steel.
Juice extraction is not hard, thanks to a long handle with an excellent grip. You don’t have to exert too much pressure to extract the juice. On the whole, this is a very good device, albeit a tad too pricey.
Pros:
Excellent fit and finish
All metal body, no plastic parts
Easy to operate
Food safe stainless steel
Cons:
Rather expensive
Non-removable parts are hard to clean
2. CO-Z Commercial Grade Citrus Juicer
Though marketed as a commercial grade juicer, the CO-Z is perfectly at home in a domestic kitchen as well. In fact, it looks more at home there than in a restaurant or juice bar. The device has an all metal construction, with a cast-iron base, and stainless steel on the working parts.
Though they call it a citrus juice, the CO-Z works equally well with pomegranates. The device looks well built overall. The handle is also very comfortable to grip, and squeezing out juices do not take a lot of effort.
This device also has rubber feet at the base for extra support and stability. But we did encounter a problem where the back side of the base tilts up somewhat when you press the handle all the way down. Other than that, this press worked reasonably well.
Pros:
All metal construction
Food grade stainless steel
Decent ergonomics
Affordable pricing
Cons:
Slight balance issues during pressing
OldPAPA Upgraded Manual Citrus Juicer
You can now make quick work out of all your favorite citrus fruits with this juicer designed specifically for them. OldPAPA gives you a classic design with a body made from an aluminum alloy that can stand up to years of use. Not only does it have an ergonomic shape to fit in the palm of your hand, but it easy to clean with just a damp cloth. Regular cleaning will keep the press from oxidizing. Though you might think that you can’t improve on the classics, this updated design proves you wrong. It has a built-in liner that functions as a strainer to keep seeds and peels out of your juice. The press also has a simple screw on the side that lets you adjust the size of the juicer to work with your fruit. As a double-duty press, it also works as a nutcracker.
Pros:
- Has a simple screw on the side
- Lets you adjust the size of the juicer to work with your fruit
- built-in liner that functions as a strainer
4. Cookmaster Large Commercial Juice Press
This press is made from a combination of cast iron and stainless steel parts. It doesn’t look too impressive, with a grainy textured surface. The surface is enameled, so it is at least more durable. The grip on the handle is rubberized for extra comfort.
Though the press looks sturdy, there were some notable QC issues. The device is not very efficient at getting out all the juice, especially when used with larger portions of fruit. The strainer also has a propensity to get blocked. Overall this juice press didn’t work up to our expectations for pomegranate.
Pros:
- All metal construction
- Enamel protection
- Durable and sturdy
Cons:
Alignment issues lead to inefficiency
Fit and finish is lacking
Does not work very well for pomegranates
5. LavoHome Pomegranate Juicer Commercial Grade
Decked out almost entirely in black, this juice press has only a few visible metallic surfaces, despite being an all-metal device. The body is made out of cast iron, while the parts that come in contact with the fruit are made of stainless steel.
Though advertised as a juicer for pomegranates, we found this device to be rather inadequate for that particular fruit. The press is way too small to handle even medium sized pomegranate. A lot of the fruit pulp is left wasted when the press is used. There are also balance issues that are common with many pomegranate presses being sold online.
Overall, this device disappointed in its performance with pomegranates. But if you plan to use it only for citrus, it should work okay.
Pros:
Sleek black looks
All metal construction
Durable body
Cons:
Balance issues
Does not work well with pomegranates
Slender Commercial Citrus Fruit Juicer
If you love exotic and tropical fruits but hate the hassle of juicing them, this Slendor juicer might become your best friend. It has a heavy-duty cast iron base designed to withstand constant use. This base also gives you some stability when using it. Thanks to the food-grade stainless steel strainer, you don’t need to worry about your juice tasting bitter or metallic. The strainer also keeps the pulp, seeds and other waste from your fruit out of your glass. It takes just a few steps to use the juicer, including cutting your fruit and placing it on top of the strainer. You will then pull down on the lever and apply pressure to force the juice out of the fruit. Suitable to the juicers used in professional and commercial kitchens, this one also has rubber feet that keep it from moving.
Pros:
- Gives you some stability when using it
- Keeps waste from your fruit out of your glass
- Heavy-duty cast iron base
Crystalia Pomegranate 2-in-1 Squeezer and Juicer
Cut back on the hassles of prepping pomegranates with this deseeder and juicer designed for those fruits. Other juicers get only a portion of the juice from pomegranates and can destroy the delicious seeds inside. This juicer comes with a 2-in-1 tool that functions as a juice extractor and seed remover. A sharp edge sticks into the heart of the pomegranate and allows you to push down, which forces both the seeds and juice into the bottom compartment. You can also pop the top back on and keep the juice safely stored until you need it. Though designed for pomegranates, this juicer can also handle most citrus fruits. It comes with a reamer attachment that fits on the base. This attachment has dedicated holes that allow the juice to reach the base while it catches the seeds and other waste.
Pros:
- 2-in-1 tool that functions
- With a reamer attachment that fits on the base
- Though designed for pomegranates
8. Hamilton Beach 932 Commercial Citrus Juicer
Though they do not explicitly mention that this juicer will work with pomegranates, in our experience, it was one of the better performers in our reviews. The entire device oozes with quality, and it is one of the best looking machines in our shortlist.
Designed for commercial use, this juicer has a slew of advanced features. The entire metal body, including the enamel coated base, is acid resistant and extremely durable. It uses a short handle for improved balance and efficiency.
Juice collection mechanism is advanced as well, with drip cup on a swing out arm ensuring that not even a drop of the liquid is wasted. This is an excellent juicer, albeit at a rather high price point.
Pros:
Outstanding build quality, fit and finish
All surfaces are acid resistant
Extremely efficient at squeezing juice
Short handle is easy to press
Cons:
Expensive
Gowintech Commercial Cast Iron Manual Citrus Hand Press
When you’re in the mood for a glass of cold lemonade, you’ll like having this Gowintech press tucked away in your kitchen. The old-fashioned design makes it perfect for both kids and adults. Once you cut your fruit in half, you simply place one portion inside and squeeze. All it takes is the pressure of your hands combined with gravity to use it. This press extracts up to 80% of the juice found in an ordinary orange and can often extract even more. Though the press works great with oranges and other citrus fruits, it can also handle pomegranates and give you the juice of that fruit while letting you pick out the delicious seeds. Made from food-grade parts, the press features stainless steel around the juicer and a built-in strainer with a heavy-duty cast iron base.
Pros:
- Made from food-grade parts
- Heavy-duty cast iron base
- Built-in strainer
10. The Pomegranate Juice Press – Extra Large
This is a largish, solid cast steel juicer with a baked enamel finish at the base. The parts that come in contact with fruit are all polished stainless steel. The base has noticeably long feet, with rubber pads underneath for skid proof performance.
The juicer is sold with a complimentary lemon squeezer free along with the package. Marketed mainly as a pomegranate juicer, this press does an okay job. There are some wastage and splatter involved, but only if you use larger pieces of pomegranate.
Being messy is a minus point though since pomegranate stains are tough to remove. This is a pity, as the juicer is not bad otherwise, especially with citrus.
Pros:
Extremely sturdy juicer
Well balanced base
Enamel protected surfaces
Works well with citrus
Cons:
Messy and inefficient with pomegranates
Some minor design flaws
