The LEM Mighty Bite 5 lb is a good small stuffer from the biggest name in home processing. Its gears run smoothly, and the cylinder lifts out to load and clean. But the piston and tubes are plastic, the clamps only fit thin countertops, and at $189.99 it costs more than the Hakka.
Key specs
| LEM 5 lb Stuffer | |
|---|---|
| Price | $189.99 |
| Capacity | 5 lb |
| Drive | Manual, carbon-steel gears |
| Tubes | ½, ¾, 1 in (plastic) |
| Build | Stainless, plastic piston |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Notable | Removable cylinder |
How it stuffs
A 5 lb cylinder with carbon-steel gears and a hard plastic piston. Smoked BBQ Source found the gears smooth and rarely slipping, and the removable cylinder easy to load. The two clamps are thin, so it only mounts on thinner countertops, and the handle can slip off.
In the box
Three plastic stuffing tubes: ½, ¾ and 1 inch.
Price and warranty
$189.99 at retail. Two-year parts and labor warranty, per Smoked BBQ Source.
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
LEM or Hakka?
The Hakka has a stainless canister, two speeds and an air valve for less money. The LEM has better support. See best sausage stuffers.
Can I use it for snack sticks?
Yes with a ½ inch tube. Go slowly, since thin casings tear easily.
