Elgi Ultra Bigg+ 2.5 Liter Table Top Wet Grinder
- Wet Grinder
- 2.6 quarts
- Corded electric
- Stainless Steel
A dedicated batter grinder that does its core job well according to regular users, though the plastic components draw complaints given the price.
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Overview
A 2.5 liter countertop wet grinder wired for 110V, built around a stainless steel drum and conical grinding stones, with an included atta dough kneader attachment.
This is a purpose-built tool for South Indian batter making rather than a general kitchen gadget, and reviewers who use it for idli and dosa batter describe it as close to essential. At around 400 dollars, though, more than one owner pushes back on plastic parts, from the lid to the housing that holds the grinding stone, that feel out of step with the price.
- 2.5 liter capacity, 110V for US and Canada
- AISI stainless steel drum
- Patented conical grinding stones
- Includes atta dough kneader attachment
Who it's for
Suited to households that regularly make idli, dosa or similar fermented batters and want a stainless steel drum they can store batter in overnight. Less suited to anyone grinding small, occasional batches, since the unit is large, loud and takes real effort to clean.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Regular users, several on their third or fourth Elgi purchase, say it makes noticeably better idli and dosa batter than a standard mixer grinder and that the stainless drum is convenient for storing batter afterward. The complaints center on cost versus build quality: a couple of owners report the plastic housing around the grinding stone breaking over time, and one describes a center drum part failing within the first year with a slow warranty resolution.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Purpose-built for idli and dosa batter, doubles as an atta kneader
- Stainless steel drum resists rust for longer batter storage
- Heavy duty motor keeps batter from overheating during long grinds
- Heavy and noticeably loud during use
- Cleaning takes more effort than a smaller mixer grinder
- Plastic housing for the grinding stone assembly can wear and break over time
- Lid and drum base plastic feel cheap given the price
Specifications
| Brand | Elgi |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 38 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 11 × 11 × 20 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 2.6 quarts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Blue |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | lid |
| Other details | |
| Specific Uses For Product | Grinding |
| Item Type Name | Table Top Wet Grinder | With Atta Kneader 110 Volt For USA & Canada |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Grinding |
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Questions about the Elgi wet grinders
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the Elgi Ultra Bigg+ mainly used for?
It is a wet grinder built for South Indian batters like idli and dosa, and it also works as an atta dough kneader.
Is this version compatible with US outlets?
Yes, this version is wired for 110V for use in the USA and Canada.
How durable is the grinding stone housing?
One long-time owner noted the plastic housing that holds the grinding stone assembly in place can wear and break over time.