When we started looking for the best rosin press under $300 we were actually surprised at the number if quality options we found at that price point.
We were concerned at first we might not be able to find very many good options for under $300.
Want to Spend a Little More?
Before we go into the under $300 list, if you are willing to spend a little more then we would recommend the NugSmasher Mini.
We have seen it on sale for under $400, and we think it is worth the extra money if it is within your budget.
Back on Task
If you really need to stay under the $300 price point there are still some good options in that price range.
Ok, with that out of the way, let’s take a look at what $300 will get you in the rosin press market.
What to Expect
Rosin presses in the lower price ranges will be manual presses.
This means that to move the press plates and apply pressure to your material you will have to manually move some type of handle.
Pressing also tend to be smaller in the lower price ranges.
This means you will have smaller plates with less area to press your material.
Because of this smaller area presses will be able to work with less material at one time, so to extract the same amount of rosin as a larger press you will have to load it multiples times.
The List
We’ll go from least expensive to most expensive as of the time this article was written, but be sure to check current pricing as it could change.
Also, there may be special promotions of sales going on that may affect the price.
Dulytek DM800
The first, and smallest at under 10 pounds (around 4.5 kilograms), is the Dulytek DM800.
At this size and weight it is ultra portable, and could even be carried in something like a backpack.
It is a manual press with a nice set of basic features that will have you pressing rosin in no time flat.
Here’s a quick list of the main features of the Dulytek DM800:
- Under 10 lbs (4.5 Kg)
- 2.5″ x 3″ Dual Heat Plates
- Adjustable Max Pressure (Up to 1,350 lbs)
- Max Temp 302 Degrees F, 150 C
- Timer Range from 0 – 999 Seconds
- Control Panel with Heat and Timer Display
- Ergonomic Handle for Pressing and Moving
- Simple to Use
- 120 Volts
- Discreet Packaging
Rosineer Presso
Second on our list is the Rosineer Presso.
This rosin press is almost as light as the Dulytek DM800, as it weighs in at a still light 12 pounds (around 5.4 kilograms).
The plates on this rosin press are slightly smaller at 2″ x 3″ than the Dulytek’s 2.5″ x 3″.
There is a little more pressing force available with the Rosineer though at 1,500 pounds of maximum available pressure on tap.
Here’s a quick list of the main features of the Rosineer Presso:
- Weighs 12 Pounds (5.4Kg)
- 2″ x 3″ Dual Heat Plates
- Adjustable Max Pressure (Up to 1,500 lbs)
- Max Temp 302 Degrees F, 150 C
- Control Panel with Heat and Timer Display
- Dust Cover for Plates
- 120 Volts
- Discreet Packaging
Rosineer Grip Twist
Finally we have the Rosineer Grip Twist as the last, and most expensive, rosin press on our list of best rosin presses for under $300.
As the name suggests, the Rosineer Grip Twist, is a twist type press with a crank wheel versus the others on our list that have a pull lever.
Weighing in at 32 pounds (14.5 kilograms) with the detachable control box (23 pounds (10.5 kilograms) without), it is over twice as heavy as the other presses listed here.
This one has the largest plates on all the presses on our list at 3″ x 5″.
It also has the most pressing force by far with 5,000 pounds of pressing force available.
The base has slots for securely mount the Rosineer Grip Twist to make sure it stays in place while applying that 2.5 tons of available pressing power.
If you don’t want to use the base’s mounting slots you also have the option of attaching the 4 legs with suction cups (included) to keep this rosin press in place.
Here’s a quick list of the main features of the Rosineer Grip Twist:
- Weighs 32 Pounds (14.5 Kg)
- 3″ x 5″ Dual Heat Plates
- 5,000 Max Pressure
- Max Temp 356 Degrees F, 180 C
- Detachable Control Panel
- Dual Heat and Timer Display
- 120 Volts
- Heavy Duty Construction
- Discreet Packaging
Check Rosineer Grip Twist Prices
Conclusion
There are actually some nice options out there for the best rosin press for under $300, so even those on a tight budget can get started pressing rosin.
Honestly, you can’t go wrong with any of the under $300 rosin presses on our list.
