The 8 Best Milk Frothers of 2024, Tested by PEOPLE

Best Overall

ElitaPro Double Whisk Milk Frother

$15 at Amazon

Our Ratings

• Usability
  4.5/5
• Design
  5/5
• Performance
  4.5/5

Passing our extensive froth tests (including whole and oat milk, cold foam, and hot chocolate) with ease, this handheld model proved to be the best overall. Much of the frother's success can be attributed to its double-whisked end, which features two rows of stainless steel metal that whir at 19,000 revolutions per minute and is easily cleaned with a spin in soapy water.

This model effortlessly produced 1.5 inches of froth at 109 degrees Fahrenheit, an impressive result that only a double-whisk could produce. Its lightweight and ergonomic handle makes this frother all the more desirable, as holding an uncomfortable device for too long can be tough on the wrist. It also comes with a stainless steel stand for easy and sleek storage.

Type: Handheld | Material: Stainless steel, silicone rubber | Whisk: Double | Speed: 19,000 RPM | Charge: Battery

Best Value

PowerLix Handheld Battery Operated Milk Frother

$10 at Amazon $15 at Target

Our Ratings

• Usability
  2.5/5
• Design
  4/5
• Performance
  3.5/5
• Features
  3/5

The PowerLix milk frother comes in a set that includes the frother itself, a countertop stand, a stainless steel milk pitcher, and steel stencils to make your very own foam art. The oat foam performed particularly well in the froth test, holding up nicely after the initial pour and remaining voluminous after the bubbles settled.

However, the whole milk did not perform so beautifully — we noticed large bubbles forming instead of a tight foam (the typical end goal). There was a bit of difficulty using the frother in hot chocolate as well, which was most likely a result of use in a thicker consistency. But if you plan to use your frother in just milk and want to experiment with barista art, this frothing set could be the one for you.

Type: Handheld, set | Material: Stainless steel | Whisk: Single | Speed: 19,000 RPM | Charge: Battery

Best Investment

Bodum Bistro Electric Milk Frother

$50 at Amazon $25 at Walmart $53 at Wayfair

Our Ratings

• Usability
  4/5
• Design
  5/5
• Performance
  4.5/5

Sleek in style and design, this Bodum frother is an electric model that sits on a frothing base and lets an internal whisk do the work for you. Since this whisk is magnetized, assembly was easy — when the top and bottom parts combine, the whisk practically seats itself.

This model also passed the frothing tests with flying colors, creating a nice layer of tightly bubbled foam on whole and oat milk along with cold foam and hot chocolate. This level of foam was so impressive that we likened it to a milkshake — ideal for latte savants.

The only downside to this magical frother is the sound, which was a bit louder than the others we tried. So if you plan to froth your lattes in the early morning hours, you may run the risk of waking up light sleepers.

Type: Electric | Material: Stainless steel, heat-resistant silicone | Whisk: Internal | Capacity: 13.5 oz. | Charge: Charging base

Best Electric

Instant 4-in-1 Milk Frother and Steamer

$35 at Amazon $40 at Target $35 at Walmart

Our Ratings

• Usability
  5/5
• Design
  5/5
• Performance
  5/5

If you're a fan of Instant Pot's many great kitchen appliances, then you'll be sure to love the Instant milk frother. This model comes with four settings — frothing modes for cold foam, light warm foam, thick warm foam, and a regular warming mode for milk (sans foam).

Each type of milk we tested performed well in this frother, especially the cold foam and hot chocolate. The cold foam held onto a nice peak, while the hot chocolate became so frothy that it bubbled out of the frother.

While this product has many standout qualities, the whisk's oblong shape made the frother a bit hard to sit on the electric base. However, this frother performed beautifully all around — we just advise you to go a little lower on the frothing modes when it comes to hot cocoa.

Type: Electric | Material: Plastic | Whisk: Internal | Wattage: 500 watts | Charge: Charging base

Best Dual Speed

Rösle Dual Speed Frother

$32 at Amazon $40 at Walmart $40 at Sur La Table

Our Ratings

• Usability
  4/5
• Design
  5/5
• Performance
  4.5/5

Not only will this Rösle frother deliver stunning foam atop your morning brew, but it will also look ultra-sleek on your countertop when you’re finished. The frother produced a stable foam during the whole and oat milk tests while the cold milk test elicited a smooth, pourable froth. But to us, the main selling points of this product were its whisper-quiet volume while whisking and the two speeds you can choose from. Choose from a slow pace of 8,000 RPM or a faster pace of 12,000 RPM to froth up your latte or mix homemade salad vinaigrettes.

The only grievance to be had with this frother was the hot chocolate's mixing performance, but even that cannot be dismissed, as there was still about an inch of foam produced. In the end, the oat milk froth outperformed the others — so if you're a fan of non-dairy milk, the Rösle could be a winner for you.

Type: Handheld | Material: 18/10 stainless steel | Whisk: Single | Speed: 12,000 RPM, 8,000 RPM | Charge: Battery

Best Rechargeable

FoodVille USB Rechargeable Milk Frother

$20 at Amazon

Our Ratings

• Design
  4/5
• Ease of Use
  4/5
• Performance
  3/5
• Cleaning
  3/5
• Overall Value
  4/5

What’s more modern than a milk frother that you charge like your phone? The FoodVille frother is a sleek, stainless steel model that comes with a metal stand, two frother heads for different foam results, and 16 latte art stencils – the ideal set for the at-home coffee bar. There are two speed levels to choose from: low for latte-level froth and high for milkshakes and thicker drinks. 

On several occasions, this frother produced glossy, tight foam that held its shape throughout the pour tests, which can be a tough feat for a budget-friendly frother like this one. However, we want to mention its “fast” mode, which caused our hot chocolate to form into a milkshake-like consistency and overflow our cups. It's something to keep in mind depending on the types of drinks you make regularly.

Type: Handheld, set | Material: Stainless steel | Whisk: Interchangeable frother whisk and balloon whisk heads | Charge: USB cable

Best for Cold Foam

Ninja Coffee Bar Easy Milk Frother

$20 at Amazon $20 at Walmart $20 at Home Depot

Our Ratings

• Usability
  3.5/5
• Design
  4/5
• Performance
  5/5

If you’re an iced-latte lover and want to whip up your own cold foam at home, then the Ninja Coffee Bar Easy Milk Frother could be for you. This model is operated by a hand press, which you move up and down to create the bubbly foam. We noticed that 15 to 20 reps, as the instructions recommended, weren’t enough to produce an actual froth — but about 60 did the trick, and ended up giving us the best cold foam out of the bunch. After a bit of an arm workout with this press, we were met with a gorgeous, silky foam that was dense enough to scoop with a spoon.

Even after about five minutes of sitting out, the foam still had some staying power. It held onto its tiny bubbles, even though it had started to lose its shape a bit. The one thing this frother had trouble with was the mixing of hot chocolate — there were even some dry clumps left after vigorous presses.

Type: Handheld | Material: Plastic | Whisk: Press | Charge: None

Best for Advanced Baristas

Nespresso Aeroccino4 Milk Frother

$120 at Amazon $120 at Sur La Table $120 at Williams-Sonoma

Our Ratings

• Usability
  4/5
• Design
  4/5
• Performance
  4.5/5

If you’re a latte aficionado, then you’ll undoubtedly be excited about the professional aspects of this electric Nespresso model. With separate settings for iced drinks, café au lait, cappuccinos, and lattes, this frother is the real deal. But because of these pretty advanced features, it’s no surprise that this is the most expensive option on our list. However, the price certainly reflects the quality.

This machine produced far higher-quality foam than most of the others, whether it was the silkiness of the texture or the customization of temperature, which is great for anyone who wants several options for their morning brew. We did notice that because the temperature features were so strong, the second heat level burned the hot chocolate we made because it was just a tad too high.

Type: Electric | Material: Chrome | Whisk: Internal | Charge: Wall plug