LEM is one of the most popular and leading meat grinders in the market. They manufacture some top-notch electric meat grinders for wild gaming and home kitchen use. That is why sometimes we can not decide which one will be better.
Today in this article I will walk you through the honest review of the LEM #8 Vs #12 Vs #22. I believe this article will guide you to choose the right model for you.
Without further ado, let’s get started!
LEM Big Bite #8 Vs #12 Vs #22
Power
Well, the power is crucial for the meat grinder. Whether you grind meat or chicken, power plays a crucial role. So, let’s check the motor power of these models.
The LEM #8 comes with a .5 HP, 370 Watts motor. And the voltage is 120 volts.
The LEM #12 comes with a .75 HP, 550 watts motor. And the voltage is 120 volts.
On the other hand, the LEM #22 comes with an ETL certified 1 HP, 750-watts induction motor.
Since the #22 is the largest one and it is a commercial-grade meat grinder it comes with the maximum power. The #12 is the standard one. you can grind a few deer all around the year along with other meat.
The #8 is for the small home kitchen. If you don’t grind the whole deer in the hunting season, you can get this one. you can grind different types of meat, nuts, and veggies with this grinder smoothly.
Performance
Since these are 3 different size meat grinders and you know there is a huge difference in the motor power. So, naturally, the grinding rate is different for the different models.
You can grind approximately 7 lbs. per minute in the #8 meat grinder.
In #12, you can grind approximately 7 lbs. per minute. So, the grinding rate is similar to #8. In most cases, you can grind more than the mentioned value in #12.
On the other hand, you can grind approximately 13 lbs. per minute. That is incredible. If you are a passionate hunter and grind a lot of deer in the hunting season, you can try this one.
Anyway, the grinding rate is not the only matter for measuring the performance. Performance means a lot.
You can not use most of the grinders continuously. After a few minutes, it will be hot.
Another point is the blade and cutting quality. However, you will get top-notch performance in all the LEM Big Bite series.
Material
I love the LEM Big Bite series for its outstanding build quality. All the models are made from stainless steel. Even the food tray is made of stainless steel.
You know the Auger is the key to smooth grinding. All the models come with stainless steel auger. And the build quality of the Auger, blades, and cutting plates are satisfactory. All are made from thick and quality stainless steel.
Accessories
In #8, you will get the following items.
- 1 Steel knife
- Stuffing plate
- 2 Plates (fine and coarse plate)
- 3 sausage stuffer Tubes
- 1 Meat Stomper
In #12, you will get the following items.
- 1 Steel knife
- Stuffing plate
- 2 Plates (fine and coarse plate)
- 3 sausage stuffer Tubes
- 1 Meat Stomper
In #22, you will get the following items.
- 1 Steel knife
- Stuffing plate
- 2 Plates (fine and coarse plate)
- 3 sausage stuffer Tubes
- 1 Meat Stomper
So, the accessories are the same for all the models here.
Warranty
You will get the 5 years warranty from the LEM. Apart from the warranty, you will get lifetime support from the manufacture.
Interested about the Weston? Read the comparison here of the weston vs LEM.
The Downgrade of the LEM Big Bite sires
Almost everybody is happy with these models. There is no major issue with these models actually. The most common problems are mentioned below.
Size
The size of these models is really large, especially the #22. If you have a tiny kitchen, it will not fit in your kitchen.
The #8 is smaller and the #12 is larger than the #8 and smaller than the #22.
Price
All of these models come with a premium price tag. Some of the users are unhappy with the price tags like me! just kidding!
Anyway, although these models are expensive, you will be happy with the service. If you have the budget, you can go for these models.
#8 Is Best for
- Regular Use
- Small home kitchen
- Don’t grind meat on a large scale
- Grind the fatty meat, veggies and nuts
#12 Is Best for
- Frequently Use
- Home and small restaurant owner
- Grind a few deer in the hunting season
- Grind chicken bones for the pet
#22 is Best for
- Heavy Use
- Both home and commercial kitchen
- Grind a few deer and wild animals in the hunting season
- Need to grind the fatty meat with soft bone
Final Thoughts
I hope, the basic is clear to you. all the LEM Big Bites models are worthy of money. You can get any of them according to your demand.
Thanks for reading. Have a nice day.
