Smeg Milk Frother vs Instant Pot Frother
Based on tests by Reviewed (May 2024). How we score
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From 1 tester: Reviewed
From 1 tester: Reviewed
Amazon prices as of Sep 30, 2:51 AM EDT (details)
What the testers found
Reviewed's favorite frother: "This is one of those rare instances when our top pick is also the best value." It froths up to a cup at a time, the Smeg's maximum, and "On average it takes about two minutes." It has a handle and spout for pouring. The trade-off against the Smeg is the pitcher, which is "Not dishwasher safe." America's Test Kitchen, which didn't test the Smeg, named it a Best Buy.
Specs side by side
| Spec | Smeg Milk Frother | Instant Pot Frother |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $249.95 | $29.99 |
| Cost per year | — | — |
| Warranty | — | — |
| Capacity | Froths up to 1 cup (Reviewed) | Froths up to 1 cup (Reviewed) |
| Pitcher | Stainless steel, dishwasher safe | Nonstick, hand wash |
| Settings | Warm and cold presets plus a manual setting | Cold foam, cappuccino foam, latte foam, heat only |
Sources: Reviewed: The Best Milk Frothers (updated May 2, 2024), America's Test Kitchen: The Best Milk Frothers (updated July 8, 2025), Manufacturer specs via Amazon listing
