Best Rosin Press of 2024
Because it’s one of the most popular forms of solventless extraction, many want to know what the best rosin press is.
From manual to hydraulic, electric to pneumatic – there are all kinds of different technologies, but which is right for you?
There are tons of options out there, and shopping can get overwhelming.
You can always reach out to our experts at 888-815-9763 for recommendations, but we decided to put together our list of the best rosin presses of 2023.
Our list is going to include a selection for everyone, whether you just want to press a few grams of personal or are looking for a commercial rosin press.
Before we get into our detailed breakdowns of each press, we want to help you understand how we came up with these selections. We also want to cover some basic info on rosin pressing in general so you can make the most informed purchase possible.
First, we’ll unveil the curtain on our favorite rosin presses in each category. Take a look below for the sneak peak, and read to the end for the full breakdown of each unit.
The Best Rosin Presses Of The Year:
- Best Manual Press: NugSmasher Touch 12 Ton
- Best Hydraulic Press: Triminator 25 Ton – TRP
- Best Pneumatic Press: NugSmasher Pro Touch 20 Ton
- Best Electric Press: NugSmasher IQ
- Best Press Under $500: Dabpress 4 Ton Rosin Press
- Best Press Under $300: Rositek 2 Ton Manual Rosin Press
Understanding how rosin presses work
When extracting rosin, whether it be from fresh flowers or from dry sift, there are two main factors – heat and pressure.
They are inversely affected by one another. The more heat you use, the less pressure you need. Conversely, the more pressure you use, the less heat you need.
What is the best temp to press rosin?
You may think that more heat will result in larger yields. This is not true! Using too much heat will burn off terpenes and other compounds that make rosin so sought after. You should stick to lower heat.
For flower: 220°F – 240°F for about 30 – 45 seconds
For dry sift: 180°F – 210°F for 45 – 90 seconds
As soon as you finish your press, remove the rosin from the plates as fast as possible. This will minimize any degradation of active compounds and terpenes. Pure Pressure makes some really cool Gold Plates which you can place your rosin on right after pressing to speed up cooling.
As we mentioned earlier, there is a relationship between temperature and pressure. If you want to cold press (sub 200), you’ll need more pressure, and longer pressing duration.
Experiment and see if this produces better rosin for you, because in many cases, it may not. Excess pressure can result in issues of its own too, which we will detail below.
How much pressure do you need to press rosin?
The pressure needed will depend on the temps you use, but, also on what you’re pressing.
Flower needs more pressure, somewhere between 600-1000 PSI.
Dry sift will require less pressure because it is more concentrated. You should shoot for between 300-800 PSI.
Too much pressure can lead to a lower-quality yield. You can actually end up squeezing plant matter into the rosin, resulting in impurities, poor taste, and overall lower quality.
Characteristics of the best rosin press
When looking for the best rosin press, there are a few things we considered.
Shape of the plates: Rectangular plates work best
The ideal plate structure of a rosin press is longer and narrower. This is because this shape maximizes the perimeter of your press.
There is some more science and math behind this, but for our purposes, all you need to know is that a rectangular plate will generally outperform a square one.
Even heat distribution
Your rosin press should have uniform heat distribution. The way heat works to extract rosin is by melting the trichomes and other essential compounds into a lower viscous form.
By playing with the temperature, you can change the consistency of the rosin to either a shatter, butter or pull n’ snap.
Many cheap rosin presses don’t have even heat distribution across their plates, and this leads to a lower quality rosin.
Reliability
Rosin presses can get pretty pricey. So, it makes sense to only invest in a press that will last you years to come.
All of the best rosin presses on this list are designed by reputable manufacturers and will stand the test of time. They include a warranty of some kind, so you can rest assured your investment is covered.
We will be updating this list periodically, and no spot is safe! If you are reading this post, know that you are looking at the best rosin presses at this point in time.
We will break down the best presses by type, cost, and application.
The Best Manual Rosin Press
Manual rosin presses require a bit of work on your end, but they are also the cheapest rosin presses available.
Manual presses are perfect for the home grower looking to turn some of their harvest into some rosin. There are two presses we want to highlight here.
NugSmasher Touch 12 Ton
The NugSmasher® TOUCH Rosin Extraction System allows ALL users to become experts on day one
It features large 4″ x 6″ smash plates made out of solid structural steel and 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum
You can press up to up to 28 grams of flower each smash.
It offers an accurate temperature control display for both the top and bottom plates which provide 160 watts each.
Actual surface area PSI does the math for you based on the amount you want to extract for the perfect concentrates with fully adjustable settings tailored to your extraction style
If you want the best manual rosin press on the market and have a good chunk of change to spend, this is your best bet.
The Best Hydraulic Rosin Press
Hydraulic rosin presses are probably the most common type of rosin press on the market.
As opposed to manual pressing, these use hydraulic pressure, generated either by a hand pump, foot pump, or even an electric pump.
These don’t take up as much space as an electric or pneumatic press because they don’t use an air compressor. These can be used by both home growers and commercial extractors. But what is the best one?
The Triminator TRP Stack Rosin Press
While they are primarily known for their trimmers and buckers, Triminator also manufactures an incredible line of rosin presses: The Triminator 25 Ton Dual Heat Plate Rosin Press.
This press is incredibly diverse and can be used with manual pumps, hydraulic pumps, or even electric pumps. It features huge 6″ x 10″ dual heated plates, and can produce 25 tons of force, or 1235 PSI.
By offering the higher pressure, you can press with lower heat, saving your terpenes. You can dial your heat for each plate to the exact number you want.
There are two options available: The standard Triminator TRP rosin press, or the bigger version: The Triminator TRP Stack Rosin Press.
This larger press also features Triminator’s EASY PIVOT™ DRIP TECH SYSTEM. This allows the rosin to fall to a colder surface immediately upon pressing, preserving terpenes even further.
The Best Pneumatic Rosin Press
This style of rosin press uses a pneumatic cylinder that requires no oiling or maintenance and is the go-to choice for commercial extraction.
Pneumatic rosin presses can generate insane amounts of pressure through the use of an air compressor.
NugSmasher Pro Touch 20 Ton
The NugSmasher PRO TOUCH gives professional extractors and/or alchemists the ultimate reliable and consistent industrial tool needed for large-volume extractions with a demanding schedule.
This mammoth of a press can press out 84 grams at once!
It features 10” x 7” smash Plates with 3 heaters in each plate for consistent temperature control.
This machine has built-in high-quality LED lights that can be turned on and off via a touch screen.
The NugSmasher Pro Touch Rosin Extraction System truly encapsulates the ability to take all the sophistication desired extraction features and commercial capabilities and condense them into an extremely consumer-friendly all-in-one solventless extraction system.
The PRO TOUCH has 3 types of precise digital PSI reporting features as well as an automatic extraction timer and a surface area calculator for target pressure.
With the ability to seamlessly transition between preset controls accurate temperature and pressure down to the decimal the Pro Touch will take all the guesswork out of your smash.
The Best Electric Rosin Press
Electric rosin presses are great because they don’t require a pump that can take up extra space – just plug it into a wall.
This style of rosin press is sort of new to the extraction industry but is quickly gaining favor, especially with hobby growers and home extractors.
The reason for this is that it doesn’t require any sort of air compressor. They are plug-and-play, typically featuring built-in electronic pressure control.
NugSmasher IQ Automatic Rosin Press
The IQ gives the aficionado and professional extractor and/or alchemists the ultimate tool needed for high-quality consistent extractions regardless of a demanding schedule. The IQ presents a precise methodology, specific bag sizes, and accurate pressure readings which gives the user consistent results every time.
The NugSmasher IQ Rosin Extraction System truly encapsulates the ability to take all the desired extraction features and commercial capabilities and condense them into an extremely consumer-friendly all-in-one solventless extraction system.
The IQ features 3 types of precise digital PSI reporting an automatic extraction timer surface area calculator for target pressure and a built-in timer for the best results available.
Equipped with our most popular 4”x 6” heated pressing plates and constructed out of 6061 high-grade aluminum with 4 internal heaters. In addition, the IQ is illuminated with powerful LED Lights as well as an extremely quick plug-and-play system that works exponentially well with our 3.5, 7, and 14-gram bags or a custom-size surface area you would have the ability to program.
Best Rosin Press Under $500
A lot of the presses on this list are pretty pricey, and justifiably so. After all, these are the best in their class!
However, there are also some AWESOME presses that don’t cost much at all.
The NugSmasher Mini 2 Ton Manual Rosin Press
While this press is a bit over $500, we still consider it to be the best for those on a budget.
It is perfect for home users just getting started with extraction.
You can press a ⅛ (3.5 grams) at a time with the 2.5” dual heated plates.
The NugSmasher Mini may be small, but it can still produce up to 2 tons of pressure!
As with all NugSmasher rosin presses, this one is plug and play, features American steel and aluminum construction, and circuit protection.
On our site, you can choose from a number of different bundles, so you can get started pressing right away.
Best Rosin Press Under $300
The Rositek 2 Ton Manual Rosin Press
The customized lever system is made of a blackened steel body, U-shape steel, chrome steel connecting rod, pressure adjusting knob, and a flexible steel plate with an extra-long handle that provides high leverage pressing capabilities with less user effort.
Both the U-shape steel and the steel plate installed on the upper heat plate are flexible in order to keep extracting the oil from the flower or the pressing bag. We recommend repeated smashes after adjusting the pressure knob for a better yield.
The 2-ton small heat press machine is capable of pressing up to 5 grams of flower or fine material. We recommend compacting material into a small disk shape with a cylindrical/round pre-press mold and then pressing. you will get clean presses and no loss from the nylon micron bag.
Check Out The Newest Rosin Presses on Hydrobuilder.com
2 new Rosin Press brands are now available on Hydrobuilder.com
Both are leading brands specializing in high-quality rosin presses and accessories for both personal and commercial use.
Dabpress is committed to innovation and excellence, creating products that are durable, efficient, and user-friendly. They continuously improve their offerings based on customer feedback, ensuring their products meet the evolving needs of the industry.
Dabpress and Rositek’s mission is to make the rosin extraction process accessible and enjoyable for everyone, backed by exceptional customer service.
Want to learn more about rosin?
Now that you know all the best rosin presses for every type of extractor, you can pick your favorite and get started making your own top-shelf rosin!
If you are new to this, or just need a quick refresher, you can learn about the different types of rosin you can press in our blog!
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