Instant Pot 4-in-1 Electric Milk Steamer vs Smeg Mini Milk Frother
Buy the Instant Pot if you want more capacity, four frothing modes and a stainless pitcher that is easy to clean. Buy the Smeg if you want the retro look and a smaller, lighter unit for one cup at a time. Owners rate the Instant Pot well (4/5 from over 1,800 ratings) and praise its quiet operation; the Smeg scores higher on rating (4.5/5) but its plastic-and-ceramic body and hand-wash care make it fussier to live with.
- Choose the Instant Pot if you froth for two people, want hot and cold foam plus a warming mode, and prefer a stainless pitcher you can rinse and wipe.
- Choose the Smeg if countertop style matters most, you froth a single serving, and you don't mind hand washing a glass carafe.
Prices
- Instant Pot 4-in-1 Electric Milk Steamer: $19.95 at eBay (last seen Nov 8)
- Smeg Mini Milk Frother: $90.00 at eBay (last seen Nov 10)
- Difference: the Instant Pot 4-in-1 Electric Milk Steamer is $70.05 cheaper than the Smeg Mini Milk Frother at the latest prices (Nov 8 and Nov 10)
