The LEM BigBite 20 lb motorized stuffer lets one person run a big sausage day: the motor pushes the piston, a speed knob sets the pace, and a foot switch leaves both hands free for the casing. Smoked BBQ Source called it the best electric stuffer. At $1,099.99, it's only worth it if you stuff 50 pounds or more at a time.
Key specs
| LEM 20 lb Motorized | |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,099.99 |
| Capacity | 20 lb |
| Drive | Electric, variable speed, foot switch |
| Tubes | ½, ⅝, 1, 1¼ in (stainless) |
| Build | Stainless, removable cylinder |
| Warranty | See LEM |
| Notable | One-person stuffing with the foot switch |
How it stuffs
A removable 20 lb stainless cylinder, a speed control knob and a foot switch. Smoked BBQ Source noted it shuts off automatically at the end of the cylinder and weighs 37.5 lb, which keeps it stable.
In the box
Four stainless tubes: ½, ⅝, 1 and 1¼ inch.
Price
$1,099.99 at retail when we checked.
Stuffing tips
Stuff cold meat, fill casings firmly without air pockets, and twist links after the whole coil is filled. See how to stuff sausage and our guide to casings.
This review is based on LEM's published specifications and on independent tests where they exist; we name whose test each finding comes from. We haven't run our own timed tests on this model yet and will add hands-on notes when we do.
Questions
Is a motorized stuffer worth it?
For big batches, yes: it's the only way to stuff alone without fighting the crank. For small batches, a manual stuffer is cheaper and simpler.
Can it do snack sticks?
Yes, with the ½ inch tube.
