We consider how easy to clean and control every model is and also check the accuracy of built-in measuring scales. Aesthetics and size: Soup makers can be space-consuming, so we considered both height and footprint. There’s a handy automatic cleaning mode, but it didn’t remove all the burnt food on the base of the jug, so you’ll need to wipe it down too. The information says not to put the jug under running water, which makes it a bit trickier, but it still proved easier than cleaning a saucepan.

Reducing the need for extra kitchen gadgets even further, this Morphy Richards soup maker comes with built-in scales, so you can measure your ingredients as you cook. I love making soup at home as you know exactly what’s going into it and you can omit any ingredients that you either don’t like or may be intolerant or allergic to. This guide is regularly updated with new models that have been tried, tested and top-rated by BBC Good Food's reviews experts.The Sauté Function uses a Teflon base to bring out the flavour of the ingredients for a richer taste, this function takes a little longer but is worth it for the taste. The smooth+ function can also be used to make smoothies, chilled soups, cold drinks and milk shakes as it does not heat the contents when using the smooth+ function. Hannah has also previously worked in a florist and can normally be found caring for her house plants or sewing something new for her home or wardrobe. On test, our smooth soup had a good thickness to it, but some ingredients needed cooking for longer.

Read on to discover our favourite soup makers and for inspiration, check out some of the best soup maker recipes we're loving right now. It can create a tasty smooth soup from scratch in just 21 minutes though, so if you simply want to make soup, you won’t be disappointed. Auto Clean in just 3 minutes: Simply add a drop of detergent to some water in your Soup Chef and the auto clean function will do the rest. Yes, you can do just the same in a saucepan with a stick blender but the reason I like it is that it doesn’t require supervision.A two-in-one prodder spatula, curved cleaning brush and small silicone spatula are helpfully included with the unit, which also has a small, removable measuring cup that forms part of the lid. Nevertheless, it’s simple to use and can produce silky smooth soup in just 21 minutes, or a chunky version in 28 minutes. As well as cooking your ingredients, soup makers can blend them into a smooth or chunky soup, so you can get just the texture you like. Not to mention, they're easy to use and create minimal washing up, as everything happens in one appliance, making them a handy gadget to have around.

When testing the best soup makers we cooked a variety of recipes to make sure they were all up to the task of making even tricky soups. Soup makers can be used to make all types of different soups, including chunky, smooth, and even gazpacho. At about the same size as a standard coffee maker or a large kettle, you'll be able to carry it from place to place in your home or office by using its included handle.Meanwhile there’s a juice function for blending cold mixtures such as smoothies, but it failed to liquidise a frozen berry and yogurt smoothie, so won’t take the place of a blender. A good soup maker should be able to blend up any ingredients until smooth, helping you create delicious, hearty soups with ease.

FUNCTIONS – The soup chef has 6 functions which makes it a standout product – Create Smooth Soup, Chunky Soup, Blend, Delay Timer, Keep warm function and Auto-clean. Control over consistency: Whether you prefer chunky or smooth, achieving the perfect texture when cooking on a hob can be tricky.Once you turn it on, you'll be able to choose between a smooth and a chunky soup setting, depending on the type of soup you'd like to make. Yes, you can take the lid off for up to 3 minutes at a time to add any more ingredients and after you put the lid back on, it will carry on with the cycle as normal. To change the program you just press the mode button to change it to chunky and press it again for smooth+.