Five Handheld Milk Frothers At Five Different Price Points

[@morgandrinkscoffee]

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[@highlander723]

Hey no fair your video was only released a minute ago and you have an 18-hour head start!!! No fair

[@Pourmesomecoffee-zq3dy]

I tried to check out their coffee test thingy, but it didn't really work well on a computer. Their website seems to be primarily designed for mobile usage. Found that they don't ship outside of the American continents anyway, so no point for me really (just to let others know)

[@typerightseesight]

Can you use these to mix wine with coffee?

[@user-pw8qj2gt1p]

I love your fun, free and exciting personality, Morgan. It's always a delight to watch your videos because you smile and aren't robotic. Your coffee knowledge has helped me tremendously since I found your channel and I love your breakdowns as delivered in "plain language" for ease of consumption. Keep up the videos!

[@knockoutgaming3035]

What are your pronouns

[@stwaldo]

Mine has cow spots on it. I think that makes things taste more dairy-ish.

[@boat02]

As a very perceptive person, I can confirm this logic is legitimate.

[@sazkie-chan9390]

I now want one with cow spots 😂

[@basedmuslimbooks]

Are they brown spots? You might get chocolate milk from that

[@Tomversal]

​@@basedmuslimbooks Nah poo

[@ernestalcala4369]

The moo-mixer

[@mriidulbhatia]

for sure would love to get a technique video with the basic milk frother style.

[@morgandrinkscoffee]

Good to know! I’ll add it to the queue

[@tlambssss]

This!! I connected my phone to my TV just to comment this 😂 thank you Morgan! You rock!

[@essendossev362]

HECH YES TECHNIQUE PLEASE!!

[@books_with_clementine]

I would be interested in a tutorial about hand frothing milk 😉 I have a steam wand on my espresso machine but never found a way to make it froth like in a coffee shop… so maybe I need a tutorial in frothing milk in general 😂 Thanks as usual about a very organized and informative video!

[@robertoconconi]

Not just you, I need one too.

[@jackiehammerton]

Same. I’m too intimidated to use the one on my espresso machine 😂

[@books_with_clementine]

lol@@jackiehammerton

[@scatterthoughts]

Try watching some of Lance Hedrick’s videos on the topic! He’s one of the best when it comes to explaining the “why” and “how” of espresso making

[@christophertaylor8166]

It also may not be your fault, depending on your machine. Not all of them have very effective steam wands, and even the ones that do often need a rest between making espresso and steaming (which, I know, seems like it would defeat the purpose a little).

[@danymeeuwissen5973]

That's the nanofoamer lithium, there is also the V2 which is cheaper, runs on AA batteries and only has 1 speed. Same accessories though! The screens and impeller are also available separately. And the nanofoamer pro is launching next week, which is a fully automatic system with presets that also heats milk while frothing. Easy silky milky for beginners and pros 😉

[@Avovoom]

I had to give up coffee due to medication and I miss it so much, but this channel let's me live vicariously. I switched to matcha as a way to still get some caffeine, but my frother recently broke so this video came out at the perfect time!

[@asteria4279]

London fogs? I also recommend steamed/frothed vanilla milk! 😊

[@Avovoom]

@asteria4279 I had no idea what a London fog was 😅 so I looked it up and I've been drinking earl grey tea, milk and sugar since I was a kid. My grandmother introduced me to it, and cinnamon sugar toast. I never knew there was a name for that drink.

[@casey54321]

I second the london fog recommendation! I've also been having chai teas with steamed milk, it has that toasty quality I always associate with coffee.

[@CatSeta]

I’m a total beginner in making coffee drinks, but that nanofoamer does make really delicious silky milk foam, i could make a somewhat similar lattes like from the coffee shop in my area that closed down because of covid :’) A really nice addition for those who don’t have espresso machine and or proper milk steamer at home It’s very easy to get the ratio of foam that i want with this without having large bubbles

[@frankoverman9543]

We had a battery operated frother that chewed through batteries like snacks. We found a USB frother that I love on Amazon some treats ago. Stainless steel. Two speeds. Works well will milk, eggs, whipping cream, and more. I love frothing espresso and adding ice for a refreshing summer pick me up.

[@Viniter]

There's a case to be made for battery powered ones. You can (and should) put in rechargeable batteries, which have bunch of advantages over lithium cells. When you find the batteries empty you can quickly exchange them, and get back to frothing, rather than wait for it to charge. An, more importantly, lithium cells have quite a limited lifetime, and when they die you might as well throw out the whole device.

[@adriannavanoyen]

I have the Ikea milk frother and have found that it's quite weak when using my rechargeable batteries, to the point where it almost has to be coerced into starting and will stop if you touch the side of a glass/pitcher.

[@Viniter]

​@@adriannavanoyen That sounds like a design problem. The frother probably doesn't have good (or any) voltage regulation. NiMH rechargeable batteries have quite a bit lower nominal voltage than let's say alkaline batteries. They drop to around 1.2V quickly, but they hold that voltage for a looong time. Alkaline batteries start at around 1.6V and drop voltage steadily. If it has trouble running at 1.2V it's not gonna work very well with rechargeables... but also, it's going to reject your single use batteries with quite a bit of life still in them.

[@squishycuddle]

​@@adriannavanoyenI find that the older IKEA hand frother doesn't even fit the rechargeable batteries, they are slightly larger and I can't close it when I try to use rechargeables, the newer design probably fixed it as IKEA designs everything to fit rechargeable batteries nowadays

[@hookedonwood5830]

Microwave is the way to go. it is very stable and you can measure your preferred amount of milk and just slowly add seconds of heat until you have your desired temp and then just add all the seconds together and next time just give it the full time first and the temperature should me more or less spot on. Makes for a quite acceptable workflow.

[@CozyRaccoon159]

My current one died this week and I was in the process of searching for a new one. This video makes it immensely easier to pick a new one. Thanks so much. ❤

[@jenniferklesz7071]

They all stop working shortly after you get them

[@CozyRaccoon159]

@@jenniferklesz7071 my old one lasted 3 years and was used daily for almost 10 times a day...

[@michaelarighi5268]

Of course, if you're not making your coffee in it, a single-cup French press makes very good foam. Just plunge the milk a few times with it until you get the texture you want and you're done. Of course, now that I've modded the steam head on my La Pavoni to a single hole, which gives me lovely microfoam, I don't need to use the French press for that now. But it was great when I was using a Moka pot.

[@LongRiverOtter]

Do you find only the number of plunges affects milk consistency enough with a French press? When I've tried it, I've found it always gives really large bubbles like I was making a bad cappuccino. Not the microfoam I could get with a good steam wand. Maybe I'm doing it wrong?

[@sarahrosen4985]

I use my mini French press to make my coffee but my Mika pots are just sitting there looking pretty. Try frothing milk in the bottom of one?

[@dread3189]

She always adds "Hello there" at the first time stamp and the thing that comes to mind is "General Kenobi". 😂

[@morgandrinkscoffee]

Yes

[@lunasophia9002]

Another vote for a hand frothing video! I've recently started trying (and really enjoying) oat milk as an ethical, sustainable, better tasting, and better (IMO) texture alternative to dairy milk and now have reason to explore all those "coffee [in some form] + milk [in some form]" beverages I've been ignoring for ~30 years.

[@triadwarfare]

Sorry to break it to you, but the propaganda Oatly is pushing isn't true at all. There's a video out there debunking Oatly's claim while they're being a scummy company themselves. Personally, I consume a lot of soymilk but that had contributed to the worsening of my gout. But soymilk is great as it's cheaper than dairy (at least in our country)

[@aardvocadoful]

Not just Oatly, but the production of oak milk itself is far less sustainable than we are told. Shame because I really enjoy it most. Rice, soy and almond are not far behind.

[@Nasalkeihpos]

I have the $15 one and love being able to recharge it. I can’t remember how much i originally paid for it. I love being able to whip up a very small quantity of cream to go on top of a small number of drinks, and to use the frothed tip to mix hot chocolate. Mine also has three froth settings - you can turn it off and on again for a more powerful froth.

[@TwlightDutch]

I agree with the results on which milk frother to buy. I personally would add the IKEA milk frother to that lineup, which is only 1 euro in my country. That's a price you really can't beat, and gives a great entry point to try out if home-made milk drinks is even something you like.

[@eidrag]

same, ikea milk frother kinda consistent price worldwide, sure there's cheaper product online but if you live near ikea, you can try and hold it. Honorary mention to Japan 100 yen shop that sells them everywhere.

[@cjjuszczak]

it's funny listening to her describe some of them as "battery powered", as if any of them would be ..what ...AC mains cord powered? lol I think she's confusing "removable" batteries" with "non-removable internal rechargeable batteries" the type you plug a USB cable to charge the device. Also the Sublime frother doesn't "work just like the others", it's quite a unique, and patented, design that instead of beating the milk resulting in uncontrolled bubble-sizes, the Sublime uses the impeller to force the milk through the fine mesh, creating the froth according to your density needs. That's why there are different mesh sizes to use for your preference. You can't do that with the "beater style" frothers :) Otherwise, cool video for those looking for a decent frother :)

[@jenniferklesz7071]

Rechargeable. No batteries

[@cjjuszczak]

@@jenniferklesz7071 lol what's "rechargeable" ? ah yes a BATTERY 🤣 Or think of it another way, if there's is "no battery", what's powering the thing ??

[@alexever17]

Yes please to the technic video. I have one of those hand frothers and I basically just create a stiff foam. Which is tasty and different but not even close to latte art

[@Kaienhere]

You're the reason I made a coffee playlist here, this video was super useful to know what to look for before buying a milk frother, thank you so much!

[@everything-bagel]

Great reviews. Agree to disagree about the $4 being "you get what you pay for". With a little technique they can be "worth their weight in gold", producing excellent froth for a very cheap price point.

[@michaelb4727]

I’ve been using the Nanofoamer almost daily for a few years now and I really like it. I also use Subminimal’s stove-top pitcher, which heats the milk more evenly than a small sauce pan or microwaving a mug of milk. (I have a few very accurate/quick thermometers, which show the later two to have significant cold spots in the milk, but this does not occur with the Subminimal pitcher.) I also had a chance to try out their new NanoFoamer Pro, but I have to say, it was pretty underwhelming (specifically the small volume and tricky cleanup), and I would strongly favor the wand approach. FWIW, I find it’s nice to start the wand with the tip fully submerged, and only let it breach the milk once a vortex has been created, as this really reduces the amount of splashing that can occur 😊

[@ajwli2]

hello there

[@Mr.Pufferfish.]

General kenobi

[@aloogawooga]

all of my favorite coffee youtubers uploaded today. today is amazing

[@morgandrinkscoffee]

A good day on Coffee KZbin 🖤

[@benmarchal]

I would LOVE a video on the technique! I most definitively could use one as my espresso machine of choice (a 9barista) cannot steam milk.

[@robster7787]

Here I am where my $5 hand frother broke, but then I realized that I also own a wireless hand Dremel. Seriously… it works

[@sararobles4698]

Which one do you have

[@russianspy1234]

The second one is the one I use, it has adjustable speed. After you turn it off and back on, it will go faster, then faster again, then back to slow. Also the 4.99 one broke after only a few uses for me.

[@ujjwalvinze4059]

A seperate video about the techniques for frother would be really helpful

[@chelluna]

My problem with frothers has been finding one that lasts me more than 6 months. I bought one like the 3rd one you showed and it lasted 6 months and died. So now I’m just buying the cheapest I can find knowing I’ll have to replace it quickly. Such a bummer.

[@jenniferklesz7071]

Definitely disposable

[@TheTrickTac]

Hey Morgan, great video! Would love to see a hand frothing tutorial for sure ^^

[@sandeeppodakanti8087]

My mom bought the $4.49 frother in this video. Got to say it works really well

[@Raditram]

If you're serious about latte art: get a nanofoamer. If you just want the silky texture: get a french press. Some lady in my country literally mastered latte art by using french press and came 3rd in this year's latte art championship on a national level, she's now a brand ambassador for bezzera. I used french press for like 6 months until the Nanofoamer lithium came out and never looked back. I use a beaker to heat my milk, transfer it to a pitcher and froth it there, amazing texture quality 👌 easy to clean.

[@Meedup]

oh I didn't know you could use a french press for frothing milk. I already have one, i'll try later!

[@Raditram]

It's a little tricky! But you can definitely do it@@Meedup

[@fishchick72]

I love my handheld milk frothed but it’s so challenging to clean it. Definitely a love/hate relationship 😂

[@alinayossimouse]

I'd really love to be friends with Morgan, just seems like an overall pleasant person to be around. I swear I'm not in it for the coffee, I just love being with people who show such passion for the topics they explore

[@eolym8253]

Just wanted to tell you that your videos are one of the only reasons I get to start my day without it already sucking. I've just got a new job and being there 6 days a week is just awful. But at least I get to watch some cozy content from you. 💕

[@jessicaausborn]

I’ve been using an Aerolatte for probably 20 years now and always thought it’s the gold standard. This was interesting, thank you for the comparison.

[@joannacurran8475]

Life is sad when a milk frother exists, yet many people have huge debts and live pay check to pay check

[@daultonvenglar9905]

I’ve had an Aerolatte handheld frother for a few years now. I use it all the time for more than just milk, like stirring liquid IV into water and basically anything that need stirring in a cup.

[@markaritkaithink8230]

Having a stand or a "case" is super useful!!! mine bent because i stored it with all my cutlery( And also the last two frothers have quite a thick base to a metal whisk, which is also very nice. Might consider buying one.

[@almightypumpkin]

Sorry for going slightly off-topic, but a mother-daughter coffee company would be a great business for Gilmore girls.

[@baini92]

It does seem that #2 has 3 speeds to select from. I am not a coffee person, but I enjoy watching your and others coffee content. Might pick up #2 to have as a whisk for 1 person.

[@jasmirris]

I have the second one (the first USB) and the first 3 LED lights signify the levels of frothing. If you press the button more you can see how fast it goes. I do find that the first setting is best for milk. And while i haven't used the whisk attachment I'm sure it would be great for hot cocoa. :)

[@agata6295]

Yesss, a tutorial for milk frothing! I'm struggling every time I make my morning coffee 😂

[@riverrose5442]

Please make a video about hand frother techniques! As a former barista, I’m interested to see how different it is from a traditional steam with a wand

[@michellemoody3496]

Yes how to use milk frothers video I have been trying to make cold foam using a handheld and frother machine and it either is just frothed milk or whipped cream I need an in btwn and yes I’ve tried KZbin videos doesn’t really help please 🙏🏻 thank you for the review it was very helpful

[@cornellfoodie]

I second this request for a cold foam tutorial. Would love to see Morgan do a couple of different flavored cold foams. They are so lovely on iced coffee/cold brew.

[@blademountain6691]

“Can we tell which Milk Frother is the most premium?” “Let’s talk about that”

[@JustJimWillDo]

I would like to have seen a brief section on mess/cleaning. Do they spray milk droplets all over if you lift them a little high in the milk? How easy are they to clean after normal use? I noticed when you had the light sabre looking one (#4) upside-down in its stand, milk was running down the shaft towards the motor; is that a problem?

[@smwillia]

I like how this review has a very America's Test KItchen Equipment Review feel with a best overall and a best budget option.

[@ro63rto]

You must be a mind reader. Was in Tesco today looking for one of the cheap ones to mix up the milkshakes from powder. Never quite works with a spoon as you always get lumps.

[@nattydj8646]

Love the topic and yes, the instructional video would be AWESOME.

[@wmyers560]

I bought my nanofoamer V1 because of your video many years ago. The V2 looks much improved but still haven't made that upgrade. Hear they have a new frothing pitcher as well. Wondering how that compares.

[@alancor7199no]

I’ve always been interested in a milk frothier but never knew if it was worth it or not and how to use it.

[@morgandrinkscoffee]

They’re a great staple in your coffee tools! I use mine for all sorts of things like ingredient mixing, dry shaking, frothing, etc

[@WajeehMaaz]

I’d been waiting for a vid like this for a while from a trusted coffee yt source, thanks for making it!!

[@dmangTV]

was hoping for a more objective vs subjective review: RPMs, battery life, compare how much foam each makes (measure the height before/after foaming), etc. still enjoyed the video!

[@mskbpc]

Morgan!!! I'm in love with your kitchen clock! Where can I find one?? Thank you for this review, and I just stumbled onto your channel and obviously have A LOT to learn.

[@sercox83]

I’ve never figured Young Sheldon as a coffee lover

[@cloudyview]

Internet Shaquille mentioned the mudwater frother being extremely good, and they had a deal going at that time, so it was fairly cheap. Mine's been going strong for a while, though I don't use it all that often.

[@GuyrillaBraun]

I have one that looks exactly like the Zulay, and for holding it I have a pencil-like grip where I can press the button with my index finger. Works pretty well as the button isn't too hard to press and hold down.

[@ian-duh]

Can I just froth milk cold? I've been trying to do that because I like drinking cold coffee, but it feels like I don't get the right foam as compared to a steam wand.

[@nicole46980]

I have a $15 range one, multiple heads (nice for cleaning), micro-usb charging, and three speeds

[@fugixi]

Yes please, do that separate video on hand frothing. 😊

[@whitest_kyle]

I really like steamed milk tea drinks but I don't like coffee so I've had a hard time justifying an espresso machine just for the steam wand... so hand frothers it is.

[@bookshelfhoney]

I like my ikea milk frother, it was $6 & I mostly only use it to make matcha cause i dont have a whisk for it, works good for that

[@mixeddrinks8100]

one of the best part of hand frother is easy cleanup unlike those jugs if you don't have a steam wand.

[@Paulxl]

Yeah. There's a renovation show called "bang for your back" and according to imdb it is still on going.

[@morgandrinkscoffee]

That’s the one

[@hanamachii_]

Ill definitely be using this as a guide for what kind to get. My sister got me a ray-dunne esque one (FROTH) from TJ MAXX for xmas and it... sucks lmao (its most like the Zulay) I have to hold the button down the entire time and as a carpal tunnel prone person, its very hard to use and sometimes painful.

[@fpscrash1992]

Would definitely like to see a "technique" video for hand frothers.

[@GoddessKry]

The second one with the whisk, you can find at Marshalls/tj maxx/Ross for $10 usually

[@Zastrutzki]

That second one has 3 settings by the way. You just need to press the button some more.

[@zynabal-helfi2390]

"Best bang for your buck" I feel was iconic in Laura Spencer's flea market flip or when she would narrate some realtor house selling show.

[@sandrayoung7014]

I would love to see a frothing video and also using these to make cold foam. I love an iced coffee in the summer. I’m new to drinking coffee and have no idea what I’m doing. 😂

[@AeroArtist]

would definitely be interested in a video on hand frothing techniques. i've had golde's for about a year and am happy with the texture i get...mostly. always open to more info

[@MechaBorne]

Thanks! A video on milk streamers would be cool too!

[@HotDogBunss]

Product links AND they’re not affiliate links?! 😮 That’s an instant sub

[@josettelecoquette8997]

Wow all this I had only see the Shorts even though I subscribed a long time ago😳 I’ve been missing out🤩! Thank you for sharing your knowledge 🫶♥️

[@janebracken4424]

Would love a video on the technics of milk frothing with hand held device thanks

[@jackiehammerton]

I love the high-energy slide into the video. How much coffee have you had today Morgan?? 😂

[@floraluxla]

Thanks for this thorough breakdown!

[@dreamervanroom]

I would like to ask a dated question. What about a whisker? What about an eggbeater? What about something not using electricity? Just curious morgan. Add more: I saw one that was like two containers with a single or double screen between them. I think you would shake to move the milk past the screens, hot or cold. It looked cool but cost $18, before the pandemic.

[@Craigskaters]

The problem with those little wobbly stands is that it's really easy to accidentally knock your frother over, and that usually breaks them, or warps the metal and then they are not as good

[@lamemechose7072]

I constantly see frother or steamer/frother combo product descriptions that claim they work for all types of milk, but that whole (or sometimes it just says “3% fat” without specifying dairy milk) will get the “best results”. I’ve tried a bunch of models, types, and price points and I cannot get anything but whole dairy milk to work *at all*. I don’t drink dairy milk very often, as when I do, it’s 2%. Soy is my standard, but I tried almond, oat, and rice milks with each item and never got anything better than soap bubbles. Not criticizing your choice of milk here, because a lot of people do use whole milk, but what do lower fat or non-dairy drinkers do? I know you can buy barista blends that are supposed to foam better, but they’re monstrously expensive (and I can only get them online in my small town, which is even worse), and not suitable for other milk uses. Is there a re-test with other types of milk planned? I think the results of that would be vastly different than the two videos you’ve done so far.

[@TEDodd]

Use whole milk or don't froth. The fat is needed to trap air. That's why cream holds so much more air when whipped. If you don't want 2 milk containers in the fridge, add fat to get similar fat content, like a little heavy cream. The difference in fat content for the small amount of milk used is negligible health wise (giw much it matters at all is debatable. The fat scare of the 79s/80s is mostly debunked) and it tastes better. No clue how to increase fat content in fake milk products. Maybe try some vegetable oil?

[@sarahrosen4985]

Shame you don’t live in my country. Very allergy, vegetarian and vegan friendly. There are special versions of the non-dairy milks called Barista version specifically for frothing. Maybe there is a tutorial online for creating a non-dairy barista version at home.

[@TEDodd]

@@sarahrosen4985 they mention the "barista" versions as being "monstrously expensive"

[@sarahrosen4985]

@@TEDodd that's a shame. I'll have to check price differences here on all the barista options. I drink my coffee black or with heavy cream. Ask me how glad I was that I got to work early and had only 1 witness to me trying to froth heavy cream with the espresso machine wand. 😜

[@TEDodd]

@@sarahrosen4985 I'm more a no cream guy too. I do like a cappuccino occasionally but that's always whole milk and properly steamed. I've never tried using heavy cream, doesn't seem like it'd give the flavor I want. And I don't go to most "coffee" places. I like my cappuccino in a wide ceramic cup not the narrow paper glasses they use.

[@PositivelyNice]

I have that second most affordable one that you recommend first. Seems like I am okay with that. Just got to practice more.

[@blareck]

Hi Morgan, nice video. It would be nice to see a video about the technique of using a milk frother

[@cadreychasd]

Okay where is the white cup from? I’m obsessed w it.

[@m.s.6586]

I got the NanoFoamer lithium, but just upgraded to the automatic pro model- pricier but honestly much easier to handle.

[@aschir32]

:O I live right next door to bean and bean’s roaster! Love seeing it represented ❤

[@jonnyhudson5644]

We need a grwm highlighting your coffee routine!!

[@ZoroCoils]

8:38 not sure about yours but mine is for what speed it is on, not for what the battery level is. Mine has three speeds.

[@personsmith9849]

The wisks are good for dressings cause garlic, pepper, etc. won’t get stuck in it

[@kyloluma]

Looking for a hand frother for cold foam, the NanoFoamer Lithium is probably one of the best options. It's £30, rather than £50

[@judithanne3533]

I know this has nothing to do with this amazing video, but I am obsessed with your clock. Where did you find it?

[@hollyleigh2000]

Yes video on how to steam milk with handheld milk frother!!

[@eframps]

Can you PLEASE do a video on how to properly make cold foam!

[@snowie030]

Can you teach us how to use the low end milk frother to make latte art for beginner? Tried a few times still failed, but your expertise may help :)

[@TonyTylerDraws]

Excited about this. You did a drink on IG that used one and I was interested

[@user-zd2zl5xp2m]

What about multifunctional vegetable, cheese and meat grinders? Will you make some by chance

[@TEDodd]

They are all battery powered. Just 2 of them you can't replace the battery when the capacity drops after several charge cycles. That's means it has a fixed life span. Once the battery won't hold a charge you have to buy another device. I'll take AA batteries and use rechargable AAs any day. When the capacity drops, replace them and keep using the device.

[@tom_olofsson]

I am happy to have found your channel. Hreat job.

[@elizabethinghram6998]

How to you take the stirrer off on interchangeable ones.

[@Cally.Summer]

I'm only at 7:24 but I'm wondering about cleanup. I bet that the whisk on first device is not removable, so it's a little more awkward to clean the head. I know from experience that if you leave it too long, its more difficult to remove any milk residue if you forget to do it quickly (within a few minutes). With the removable head, you can just drop it into a bowl of water while you enjoy your hot drink, but if you do that with the first one, it'll be ruined.

[@KevinJDildonik]

Or just swirl it in water immediately. I just run mine under the tap with one hand as a guard. Zero issues. You only get problems if the frothed milk dries on.

[@CasualCoreK]

I usually just half-fill a glass with hot water for a soak and give it a couple spinnies. No need to use a soaking vessel that would submerge the entire unit, only the stem itself

[@Lacey_Ann]

All i thought of for the HGTV show was Beachfront Bargain Hunt bc kinda sounds close