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    KitchenJuicersBreville Juice Fountain Plus JE98XL
    #13 of 17
    Breville Juice Fountain Plus JE98XL

    Key Specs

    Price

    $149.95 USD

    Juice-Contact Material

    BPA-free plastic (type not disclosed)

    Juicer Type

    Centrifugal

    Motor Wattage

    850W

    Breville

    Breville Juice Fountain Plus JE98XL

    #13 of 17 juicers tested

    5.4R3 Score / 10
    There are better options - here's why.
    Safety
    5.384% weight
    Efficacy
    5.714% weight
    Usability
    7.92% weight

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    $149.95

    The bottom line

    What the product listing won't tell you

    Know before you buy

    At 85 dB, this juicer is loud enough to disrupt conversations β€” plan your juicing around household schedules.

    Buy it if
    • You want fast, high-volume juicing and plan to drink your juice right away

    Breville Juice Fountain Plus JE98XL

    Breville

    Breville Juice Fountain Plus JE98XL

    $149.95
    Buy on Amazon
    Breville Juice Fountain Plus JE98XL

    Breville

    Breville Juice Fountain Plus JE98XL

    $149.95Buy on Amazon
    Buy on Amazon

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    Easy daily cleanup is important β€” you want dishwasher-safe parts to keep the routine sustainable

  1. You want minimal produce prep β€” the wide chute accepts whole fruits and large vegetables

  2. You want excellent juicing quality without a premium price tag

  3. Skip if
    • Quiet operation matters to you β€” this juicer is louder than most kitchen appliances

    • You want full transparency about the materials your juice contacts β€” the polymer type isn't disclosed here

    • You want maximum nutrient retention and 72-hour juice shelf life β€” a cold press masticating juicer would serve you better

    What's inside

    Specs the product listing doesn't explain

    Safety & Materials

    What your food and family come into contact with every use

    Juice-Contact MaterialBPA-free plastic (type not disclosed)
    Dishwasher SafeYes
    BPA-FreeYes
    Efficacy

    What determines how well this performs its core job

    Juicer TypeCentrifugal
    Motor Wattage850W
    Usability

    Ease of use, maintenance, and longevity

    Price$149.95 USD
    Feed Chute3"
    Noise Level~85 (estimated) dB

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    How we scored it

    4 criteria - open any layer to see exactly what we found

    5.3

    Safety

    Fair

    5.7

    Efficacy

    Fair

    7.9

    Usability

    Good

    safetyCritical
    84%
    5.3β–Ύ
    R3 Verdict

    The manufacturer confirms BPA-free plastic but doesn't specify the polymer type. Without knowing exactly what plastic your juice touches, we can't fully assess chemical safety for acidic juice contact.

    Criteria

    Juice-Contact Material
    2/10

    The manufacturer describes the juice-contact parts as 'BPA-free plastic' without specifying the actual polymer type. We can't verify the chemical safety profile without knowing exactly what plastic is used.

    BPA-Free
    10/10

    Confirmed BPA-free β€” important for a juicer since acidic juice significantly accelerates chemical leaching from plastic surfaces.

    efficacyImportant
    14%
    5.7β–Ύ
    R3 Verdict

    Standard centrifugal design with a 850W motor β€” fast juicing but with more oxidation than cold press. Juice is best consumed within 15-30 minutes.

    Criteria

    Juicer Type
    4/10

    Standard centrifugal design spins at high RPM, which introduces heat and oxygen into the juice. Nutrient retention is lower than cold press, and juice should be consumed within 15-30 minutes.

    valueImportant
    0%
    6β–Ύ
    R3 Verdict

    At $150, this offers good value for the juicing quality you get.

    Criteria

    Price (USD)
    6/10

    At $150, this is mid-range pricing β€” a sweet spot for centrifugal quality.

    usabilityNice to have
    2%
    7.9β–Ύ
    R3 Verdict

    Dishwasher-safe parts keep daily cleanup simple and the wide feed chute accepts whole produce. Loud operation may disrupt shared spaces.

    Criteria

    Dishwasher-Safe Parts
    10/10

    Juice-contact parts are dishwasher safe, which makes a real difference for daily use β€” cleaning is the number one reason people stop using their juicer.

    Where to buy

    Verified retailer - current pricing

    Starting price

    $149.95

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    #13 of 17 juicers reviewed

    Motor Wattage
    10/10

    The 850W motor handles hard produce like beets and carrots without stalling β€” plenty of power for any juicing task.

    Feed Chute Diameter (inches)
    10/10

    The 3-inch wide chute fits whole apples and large produce β€” no pre-cutting needed, which saves significant prep time.

    Noise Level (dB)
    3/10

    At 85 dB, this is loud β€” like a garbage disposal running. Plan your juicing around household schedules.