4 Nut Milk Maker Reviews by a 10 Year Vegan

As someone who enjoys testing kitchen gadgets, I wanted to explore how these machines compare to the traditional blend-and-strain method, which can be messy and time consuming.

Whether you’re vegan or just want a fresher, more affordable milk alternative, making your own nut milk lets you control the ingredients and avoid the high price of store-bought options.

Before we look at the top models, let’s start with the basics; what exactly is a nut milk maker?

What is a Nut Milk Maker?

A nut milk maker aims to save you time, and eventually money. Most models offer different functions, from heated options that cook ingredients like soybeans for soy milk to cold-processing machines for nuts such as almonds for almond milk.

These machines come in different sizes, from 4 cups to 33 cups. It’s best to pick the one that is most suitable for your household size. I have found that a smaller volume option works best for a two person household.

How Does a Nut Milk Maker Work?

Nut milk makers come in several styles, some look like blenders, while others function more like coffee machines. But all are designed to make fresh plant milk at home. They typically blend nuts, seeds, or grains with water and sometimes a sweetener to create a smooth mixture that’s then strained.

Some models include built-in filters, while others require a separate straining step. A few even use pre-blended or shelf-stable bases for extra convenience, making them ideal for beginners who want quick, mess-free at home results.

Is a Nut Milk Maker Worth Buying?

If you consistently drink alternative milks, a nut milk maker may be worth the investment in the long run. Although the upfront cost can be high, most machines allow you to consistently make

milk at a lower cost than you would purchase in the store.

To break even depends on the cost of the machine, the type of non dairy milk you usually buy, and how much you consume. On average this is how the cost breaks down:

A small nut milk maker costs around $100 to $150. Store-bought nut milks usually run $3 to $5 per quart, while a homemade batch yields roughly 4 cups (1 quart) of milk.

If you drink one quart per week, your yearly costs would be:

Store-bought: $156 to $260
Homemade (nuts + water): $39 to $52

That means annual savings of about $117–$208. A $150 machine could pay for itself in under a year if your savings are near the higher end, or around 14 to 15 months at the lower end.

Drinking more milk or buying pricier store-bought brands shortens the break-even time.

Ultimately, it depends on your time, your kitchen space, and why you want to purchase one. If you want an occasional glass, a high powered blender and a strainer you already have at home may be a better option for you.

How Long Does it Take to Make Milk?

The time to make milk depends on the machine. Nut milk can take anywhere from 1 minute to several hours, depending on the process you use and whether or not you need to soak your nuts beforehand.

Estimated time to make nut-milks (according to product websites and customer reviews).

Product	Time to make nut milks
YourKenko	8 minutes for milks like cashew
Almond Cow	Several hours soaking + 3 blend cycles (~5 minutes)
NuMilk	~ 1 minute
Vitamix + Strainer	Several hours soaking + blending (~10 minutes)

4 Types of Nut Milk Makers

There are so many options for nut milk makers these days. The ones chosen for this post are popular among consumers and generally have decent reviews. I have both the YourKenko machine and the Nutr Machine, but list out other popular options.

YourKenko

Available on the YourKenko website and Amazon, this nut milk maker is one of the more affordable options on this list.

YourKenko markets itself as a “all in one” nut milk maker machine that lets you create fresh, homemade, dairy free, plant-based milk in minutes. Along with some other non nut milk options like milkshakes, smoothies, and pureed soups.

Uniquely this nut milk maker has a clear glass design that helps you see when your milk is ready, has an aesthetically pleasing design, and has a plastic cover that helps reduce noise. With the noise cover it is a little quieter than other nut milk makers but is not quiet.

It comes with a booklet with some basic recipes, a strainer if needed and a cleaning brush. Along with some straws and an electric frother.

YourKenko Pros:

Price: YourKenko’s 50-ounce nut milk maker costs $80 (Amazon) to $90 (their site).
Multifunctional: It works as more than just a nut milk maker. Its 8-in-1-functions serve to also help make smoothies, boil water, make soymilk, blend milkshakes and puree foods, all with one convenient button push.
Heating: The heated function allows making soymilk, which must be cooked before consuming. The machine can keep liquids warm for about 2 hours too!

YourKenko Cons:

Cleaning: While there is a self cleaning option one of the things I didn't like was the blending compartment doesn’t detach so it is harder to clean.
Strainer Size: The strainer they provide is relatively small for the opening of the nut milk maker. It would be nice for a larger strainer.
Sesame Seeds: The company suggests not using sesame seeds because they float and likely won’t blend properly. So if you’re a sesame lover, this one won’t be the best for you.

Almond Cow

Known as a long-standing alternative to buying store-bought nut milks, the Almond Cow markets itself as the best way to “deliver fresh, plant-based milk without the hassle.” Similar to a French press combined with a blender, the Almond Cow quickly blends the ingredients and produces fresh, nutritious nut milk.

Almond Cow Pros

Easy to Use: Simply blend on its 3-stage cycle, pour, and store.
Large Batch Optional: A pro milk maker that can make up to 33 cups of alt-milk at a time is currently available for a lofty price of $1,195.
Repurpose your Pulp. The Almond Cow website has several delicious-looking ways to use the leftover pulp from making your nut milks. You can also use pulp to make my zero-waste energy balls!

Almond Cow Cons

Price: One of these machines costs $274.95, and the essentials-plus bundle can cost upwards of $340, though it's frequently offered at a small discount.
Harder to clean. Users across the internet sometimes report difficulty cleaning the filters, which can result in wasted milk.

I’ve never used an Almond Cow, but it is a popular and seemingly reliable option.

NuMilk

As seen on Sharktank, NuMilk brands itself as the “most delicious plant-based milk you’ve ever had.” This even caught Mark Cuban's eye, if that says anything! NuMilk works much like any modern coffee pod machine, using pouches and water to make tasty, delicious NuMilk!

NuMilk Pros

Easy to Use. Simply unload the pouch into the machine, fill with water, press the button, and you’ve got milk!
Variety of Options. Numilk pouches provide 32 ounces of milk per serving, with 12 varieties to choose from, including some specialty flavors like vanilla pistachio or birch coffee vanilla oat.
Pouches allow for a longer shelf life. NuMilk pouches can be stored at room temperature for up to 6 months until you’re ready to use them.

NuMilk Cons

Expensive up Front. One machine costs $199, and a start-up bundle could cost upwards of $250, though it's frequently offered at a small discount.
Requires buying pouches. The pouches themselves are not reusable, and can cost $3.59-$5.39 per pouch. This machine is not compatible with raw ingredients.
Creates More Waste: Because it requires pouches, it produces more trash than other nut milk makers.

Vitamix + Nut milk Bag

This is a great classic option if you don’t want a “single-use” appliance taking up space in your kitchen. A Vitamix or a similar high-speed blender is great for blending oats, nuts, and other ingredients, and can also be used to make smoothies, shakes, etc. To make nut milk, you simply need to blend ingredients and run them through a nut milk bag.

Nutr

This is the machine I used most often, but its website is now inactive and customer service has declined in recent years. It works well for small batches or single households. I’m not recommending it, but I’m including it here since it’s popular and I’ve personally used it.

The Last Blend

Making your own nut milk is no longer a niche kitchen project; it’s simple, quick, and often more affordable than buying store-bought versions. Whether you prefer a traditional blender setup or an all-in-one machine, the right tool depends on your habits, space, and priorities.

If you drink nut milk regularly, investing in a quality machine can save money and reduce waste over time. If you only use it occasionally, a blender and strainer might be all you need. No matter which route you choose, the best part is knowing exactly what’s in your milk, fresh and made your way.