When you are choosing the best hamburger press, you want to pick one that will make the hamburgers you enjoy eating. Some are bigger than others, and some will make double hamburgers. Most are made from metal, but you may want one that is made out of plastic materials. You can also think about a press that will be easy to clean and store.   Most hamburger presses come in a standard size with a 5-inch (about 13 centimeters) surface. The average press makes quarter-pound (113 grams) hamburger patties. There are bigger presses on the market if you`re looking to make larger hamburgers. A large press can make patties up to one pound (about 454 grams). If you make many hamburgers, you may want to consider a double hamburger press. Most presses will make one hamburger at a time, but a double press will make two patties at a time. A double press can save you time if you have a large family or are prepping hamburgers for a party.  

Many hamburger presses are made out of aluminum or steel. These presses can sometimes be a bit heavy, and the meat will stick to the surface. A plastic press has a much lighter weight, and the meat does not seem to stick to the plastic surface as easily. You can use wax paper on the main surface to prevent sticking with either kind of material. Plastic presses are usually easier to clean. The surface will wipe off without much effort. A metal hamburger press takes a little more scrubbing to remove all the excess meat. The more petite the hamburger press is, the easier it is to store in your kitchen. A double press will be a bit bigger and require more cabinet space. When you are ready to choose the best hamburger press, you should compare the size and functionality at the store or online. Many online kitchen stores allow customers to write reviews. Reading through customer reviews can be a big help when deciding which press to purchase.   Price is always a factor when you are making a purchase. Most hamburger presses are fairly inexpensive. The plastic presses usually cost less than the ones made from steel. Double presses usually cost more due to their additional function. You may pay more for a press that is high-quality or comes with a well-known kitchen brand name.  

I`m new to the whole burger press thing, but since I`m making more meals at home rather than fast food or frozen boxed meals I figured this was something to look into to make my life a tad bit easier. The Yumms Burger Press is made of thick durable plastic and makes patties from 1/4" to 5/8" thick for either regular or stuffed hamburgers. I love that it features a handy `lifter` that lifts the patty out of the press. This makes it so convenient to make perfectly shaped patties without having to dig them out or move them on the tray. Just press them, toss on the grill or frying pan - or however you`re cooking and enjoy! My burgers not only tasted great, but they came out looking nice as well. When all is said and done, cleaning is super easy. I just do a quick rinse then toss in my dishwasher. After this experience making burgers just got a whole lot quicker and easier for me! This is definitely a must have for any kitchen!