Are you looking to equip yourself with a magnetic stirrer for your laboratory, but wondering how much it will cost you? Good question. The market offers a wide range of equipment ranging from a few dozen to several hundred euros, depending on the features, quality, and brand. In this comprehensive guide, we help you understand the price differences, identify the essential criteria, and make the right choice according to your budget.
Why does the price of a magnetic stirrer vary so much?
The price of a magnetic stirrer can range from 50 to over 1,000 euros. This wide range is explained by several factors:
- Stirring power : A model designed for small volumes costs much less than a stirrer that can handle 20 liters or more.
- The presence of an integrated heater : a heating magnetic stirrer systematically costs more than a simple model.
- The precision of the settings : stirring speed, temperature, timer... the more finely a device can be controlled, the higher its price.
- The robustness of the materials : stainless steel, ceramic plate or aluminum impact durability and therefore cost.
- The brand : specialist manufacturers such as IKA, Heidolph or VWR charge a higher price, but this is justified by their reliability.
What are the price ranges to know?
Here is an indicative grid of the average prices observed on the French market for a magnetic stirrer :
- Entry-level : between €50 and €150. For basic stirring needs without heating, on small volumes.
- Mid-range : between €150 and €400. Ideal for larger volumes, with or without heating, for regular use.
- High-end : from €400 to €1,500. For demanding laboratories, with digital display, precise regulation and chemical-resistant plate.
Should you absolutely invest in a new model?
Not necessarily. At Rewake , we offer reconditioned, tested, and guaranteed magnetic stirrers at prices up to 50% cheaper than new models. It's an ideal alternative for budget-conscious labs, training facilities, or startups.
Essential equipment in many disciplines
Whether you work in analytical chemistry, cell biology, or food processing, the magnetic stirrer is a basic tool for homogenizing mixtures, maintaining solutions in suspension, or accelerating reactions. It offers real time savings with minimal human intervention.
In the rest of the article, we will detail the technical criteria to check before purchasing, the differences between models with and without heating, and concrete recommendations depending on your use cases.
