Soyabella vs Almond Cow: Plant-Milk Machines For Nut Milk (Review)

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More and more people are ditching store-bought cartons of plant milk and making their own at home, and it’s easy to see why.

Homemade milk tastes fresher, has fewer additives, and creates less waste. If you’re thinking about jumping on the DIY bandwagon, you’ve probably come across two popular machines: the Soyabella and the Almond Cow.

I’ve personally used the Soyabella for a while now, and I’ve chatted with my favorite local cafés that swear by their Almond Cow. I also dug into a bunch of online reviews to get a well-rounded picture.

So in this guide, I’ll break down how these two machines stack up – what they do best, where they fall short, and which one might be right for you.

Soyabella vs Almond Cow: Comparison

Feature	🫘 Soyabella	🥥 Almond Cow
Soy milk capability	✅ Yes – cooks and blends soybeans	❌ No – must pre-cook soybeans
Speed	~20 minutes (soy), ~10 seconds (nut/oat milk)	~1 minute raw milk
Versatility	Soy, almond, oat, soups, porridge, grinding	Raw nut/oat/seed milk only
Cleaning	Takes some effort – cleaning filter + blade	Easier cleanup with basket rinse
Milk quality	Fresh, but can be gritty – may need straining	Creamy milk, but some report watery consistency
Price point	Affordable (often under $100)	Expensive (over $200)
Nut usage	1/3 to 1/2 cup per batch	Requires ~1 cup per batch; more pulp waste
Online recipes & support	Limited official resources	Robust recipe hub and social community support
Warranty	2 years for household use	30-day return policy, 1-year warranty (customer pays return shipping)
Water capacity	0.8 – 1.3 L	1 – 1.1 L
Motor power	220 Watt	240 Watt
Weight	5.4 lbs (2.4 kg)	4.6 lbs (2.1 kg)
Made in	China	Nanhai, China
Where to buy	You can buy Soyabella on Amazon	You can find Almond Cow on their website

Which one makes better soy milk?

This is an easy win for Soyabella. It’s designed specifically to make real, drinkable soy milk from dry beans, thanks to its built-in heating element. It simmers the beans before blending, ensuring safety and proper digestion.

The Almond Cow, while great for nut milks, is not a soy milk maker. It can process soy milk only if you pre-soak and pre-cook your beans, which defeats the purpose of an all-in-one machine.

What about almond and oat milk?

Both machines can make almond, oat, and cashew milk. However:

• Almond Cow is faster (just press a button and go).
• Soyabella requires pressing the “Mill” button multiple times (3–5 short cycles), but the result is excellent.

Almond Cow generally produces a slightly creamier texture out of the box. That said, some users say it leaves more pulp in the milk, requiring additional filtering or wasting more ingredients.

Cleaning: Soyabella vs Almond Cow

• Soyabella has more parts to clean – the blade head, mesh filter, and heating element can get messy, especially after soy cycles.
• Almond Cow is simpler – rinse the basket and wipe the blending lid.

If you’re making milk every day, Almond Cow might save you some time here. For occasional use, Soyabella’s cleanup is very manageable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Soyabella worth it?
Yes – especially if you want homemade soy milk or a multi-purpose plant milk maker. It’s affordable and versatile.

Can Almond Cow make soy milk?
Not directly. You must cook soybeans separately before using Almond Cow. It doesn’t have a heating function.

What’s the best soy milk maker?
The Soyabella SB‑130 is a top pick for making soy milk because it cooks and blends automatically.

How long does homemade plant milk last?
Typically, 3–5 days refrigerated. You can also freeze it (expect texture changes upon thawing).

Why not just use a blender and nut bag?
You can – but it’s messy, slow, and requires more cleanup. Machines like Soyabella and Almond Cow automate everything.

Final verdict: Soyabella vs. Almond Cow

Both Soyabella and Almond Cow help you cut back on carton waste and make fresh, plant-based milk at home. They’re both easy to use, work with a range of ingredients, and save money over time.

That said, Soyabella stands out if you want to make soy milk, appreciate multi-functionality (like soups or grinding), and prefer a lower price point. It’s not as polished in terms of cleanup, but it’s more versatile.

Almond Cow is great for those who want fast, raw nut or oat milk with easier cleaning and access to a large online recipe hub – but it can’t cook soybeans and is more expensive.

My pick? Soyabella. It does more, costs less, and is perfect if soy milk is part of your routine.