In order to showcase differences between Masticating and Centrifugal juicers we have selected 1 juicer from each classification, i.e. masticating and centrifugal. Please note that selected juicers are one of the top performers in each category.
I hope these differences help you make an educated purchasing decision. Lets take a look below.
Masticating
Centrifugal
| Juicer | Name | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
 CHECK PRICE | Centrifugal Gourmia GJ1350 | Motor: 800-Watt Speed: upto 12,000RPM Jar Capacity: 36 Ounce Weight: 10 lbs Warranty: 1-year |
 CHECK PRICE | Masticating Omega NC900HDC | Motor: 150-Watt Speed: 80RPM Jar Material: BPA Free Plastic Weight: 13 lbs Warranty: 15-year |
Construction and Design
The Gourmia GJ1350 Juicer features a simple and sturdy square design with a shade of black and silver. Its unique style and colors make it an eye-catching appliance that matches seamlessly with your kitchen décor.
This big-mouth juicer also features a robust stainless steel blade and a digital display that exhibits its multiple speeds. It also comes with an overheat protection system that protects the motor from overheating, which prolongs its usable life significantly.
- Length– 10″
- Width– 6″
- Height– 15″
- Weight– 10 pounds
It is a relatively lightweight appliance that’s easy to move around the kitchen.
We Found: The Gourmia GJ1350 Juicer flaunts ETL certification for both quality and safety. It, however, comes with a short warranty of 1 year.
On the flip side, the Omega NC900HDC Juicer is a horizontal masticating juicer with a sturdy and 
attractive metallic construction; the housing consists of stainless steel material with a chrome finish.
The auger chamber consists of strong stainless steel that enhances its grinding proficiency.
This juicer is fitted with an ergonomic handle that comes in handy when transporting it from one point to another.
The auger consists of quality Ultem plastic material that enhances its efficiency and longevity.
- Length– 14.5″
- Width– 6.5″
- Height– 15.5″
- Weight– 13 pounds
It will occupy a lot of space on your countertop, and moving it around could be a hassle. It’s also equipped with four sturdy feet on the base that prevent it from moving around during the juicing process.
We Found: The Omega NC900HDC Juicer comes with an extensive 15-year warranty that demonstrates the manufacturers’ confidence in their creation. It’s also UL and cUL approved for quality.
WINNER: Omega NC900HDC Juicer.
Power and Performance
The Gourmia GJ1350 Juicer comes with a proficient 800-watt, a high-speed motor coupled with a 
sturdy stainless steel blade that allows it to crush a variety of veggies and whole fruits with amazing ease. It also features four power levels that enable it to deliver multiple juicing speeds:
The low speed of 7000RPM comes in handy when juicing mushy fruits like watermelon, grapes, and peach.
The medium speed of 8800RPM helps with pulverizing citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and mandarin.
The high speed of 10,000RPM assists with crushing large fruits and bulky veggies like pineapple and cantaloupe.
The extra-boost speed of 12,000RPM handles tough fruits and hard veggies like apples, celery, and ginger with amazing efficiency.
We Noticed: Due to its high-speed operation, this juicer can be very loud, which makes it unsuitable for people who want to utilize their unit in the early mornings or late nights.
On the other hand, the Omega NC900HDC Juicer features a powerful 150-watt motor that rotates the 
auger at a low speed of 80RPM. It also features a proficient auger system that compels your ingredients into a tiny chamber in which they’re ground and pressed to produce a thick, smooth juice.
This juicer can handle produce as tough as wheatgrass, carrots, beetroots, and leafy greens.
It is a versatile juicing machine capable of creating a variety of delicacies and snacks such as baby food, soy milk, ice-cream and sorbet, all-natural nut butter and almond milk.
The 80RPM motor is extremely quiet and unobtrusive; you can hardly hear the machine operating.
This juicer features five adjustable settings that further enhance its capabilities.
It also has six nozzles and two juicing screens that facilitate its capacity to squeeze every drop of juice from your favorite ingredients.
POWER WINNER: Gourmia GJ1350 Juicer.
PERFORMANCE WINNER: Omega NC900HDC Juicer.
Juice Quality and Yield
The Gourmia GJ1350 Juicer utilizes the centrifugal extraction technique coupled with a patented Zero Loss Technology to provide you with a highly nutritious juice with no seeds and little foam, devoid of wastage.
The efficient mesh filter goes a long way in ensuring that no unwanted pulp or debris make their way into the juice pitcher, affording you a nice drink with a smooth consistency.
The generous 36-ounce pitcher facilitates your efforts to juice multiple ingredients at once and hence increasing your juice yield.
The extra-wide feed chute eliminates the need to precut your ingredients and hence expediting the juicing process.
We Found: Even the lowest speed on this juicer is pretty fast. While this feature is a plus for users who are seeking expedient juicing, it could cause heating and oxidation that destroys vital nutrients in your produce while also reducing the yield’s shelf life.
Conversely, the Omega NC900HDC Juicer employs the dual-stage masticating extraction method that 
operates at a slow speed of 80RPM, which affords you optimal juice yields with very dry pulp.
This technique ensures maximum retention of the nutrients contained in your produce as well as its natural taste and color.
This juicer features an adjustable drum cap that can be set to five positions, which allow users to control the amount of pulp in their juice.
It also comes with a large feed tube that facilitates your efforts to process a high volume of produce at once, which increases juice yield.
With this juicer, you can expect zero oxidation on your ingredients, and hence your juice can last for a maximum of 72 hours when refrigerated.
The automatic pulp ejection function goes a long way in expediting the juicing process as pulps are notorious for clogging the system.
The dual-stage extraction ensures that all the juice in your produce is extracted to produce more yields.
It comes with BPA-free components that render the yield truly safe and non-toxic.
WINNER: Omega NC900HDC Juicer.
Setup and Usability
Assembling the Gourmia GJ1350 Juicer is super easy.
- It has clear guidelines in the instruction manual.
- It also comes with a clear display and four buttons; for power, pulse, and two for selecting speed.
- The juicer’s digital display features four levels that allow you to select the most appropriate speed for your specific needs.
- It also comes with a free recipe book that makes juicing at home a child’s play.
- The large feeder chute allows users to spend less time preparing the produce for juicing, which enables them to enjoy a fresh glass of juice in a jiffy.
Similarly, the Omega NC900HDC Juicer comes with easy to assemble parts.
- Its installation is a breeze. This unit has a manual that facilitates the process of setting it up.
- It comes with a simplistic on/off button located on the back on the unit.
- It also comes with a detailed instruction manual with pictures.
- The large 3-inch feed chute simplifies the juicing job significantly by reducing prep time.
- This juicer is comprised of multiple parts, which might render setup a tad bit confusing for a beginner.
WINNER: Gourmia GJ1350 Juicer.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning the Gourmia GJ1350 Juicer is a breeze as all the detachable components are dishwasher safe. However, users should refrain from immersing the main electrical element into the water; instead, they may wipe the base and clamp down using a damp cloth and mild detergent. The rest of its components can be cleaned using warm, soapy water.
Also, the pitcher comes with a lid that goes a long way in preventing messy spills and thus reducing the cleaning task.
- WARNING: The Gourmia GJ1350 Juicer features very sharp blades; you will want to be cautious when washing the unit.
On the other hand, the Omega NC900HDC Juicer features a stain-resistant exterior that makes it super easy to clean. You may wipe the juicer clean using a moist cloth, which will serve to remove any visible food molecules.
All the components comprising this juicer are dishwasher safe except for the main unit housing the motor, which makes the cleaning process a walk in the park.
This juicer also comes with a cleaning brush that helps with speeding up the cleaning process.
WINNER: It’s a tie.
Key Take-Away
Gourmia GJ1350 Juicer is best suited for users who are scouting for a heavy-duty, yet pocket-friendly juice extractor whose price tag is well under $100. This juicer is designed to help you create a refreshing glass of juice in a minute hence it’s the perfect pick for busy people who are always on the go.
Conversely, the Omega NC900HDC Juicer is a pricey but worthy purchase for users who are looking to create super nutritious and flavorful juice that’s also rich in color. If quality is what you’re seeking, you can never go wrong with this Omega Juicer as nothing beats its ability to handle a wide range of fruits and veggies.
Other features that make this juicer a clear winner over the Gourmia GJ1350 Juicer include the slow masticating operation that leads to maximum retention of nutrients, unique auger system, and the adjustable drum cap that guarantees a more precise juice extraction.