In 2 previous blog posts, I wrote about (miniature) pottery and the artists that make them on Etsy. Today I am going to give you 6 reviews on these miniature pottery wheels.
Let’s dive right into things, but first:Â
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Updated 02.08.23
Why would you buy and use a miniature pottery wheel?
Miniature pottery wheels have emerged as indispensable tools for crafting detailed and authentic creations.
These tiny, meticulously designed replicas of full-sized pottery wheels provide pottery artists with the ability to sculpt the cutest little pottery pieces on a micro-scale.
With their precise control and space-saving convenience, miniature pottery wheels have become a cherished asset in the pursuit of crafting remarkable and lifelike mini pottery masterpieces.
Some advantages of using mini pottery wheels are:
- Precision and Control: Miniature pottery wheels offer unparalleled precision and control, allowing artists to sculpt delicate details with ease.
- Space-Saving: Miniature pottery wheels take up minimal space, making them ideal for hobbyists and artists with limited studios or work areas.
- Realistic Miniature Creations: The small size of the pottery wheel ensures that the proportions of the mini pottery align realistically with the rest of the miniature scene à nd the real-life world!
- Affordable and Accessible: Miniature pottery wheels are generally more affordable than their full-sized counterparts, making them accessible to a wider range of enthusiasts and hobbyists.
- Ideal for Beginners: Miniature pottery wheels are user-friendly and perfect for beginners who are new to pottery.
Let’s now finally head over to the reviews!
Mini Pottery wheel number 1.
Product Name: Electric Pottery Wheel DIY MAOPINER
Place(s) To Buy:
On Amazon.
Owners: MAOPINER
Warranty: 90-day buyer protection, money-back guarantee
Product Overview :
- Mini Pottery Wheel for Kids and Beginners
- 2000RPM Electric Pottery with 2 Turntables
- Ceramic Shaping Tool DIY Clay Pottery Wheel Kits
The Good And The Bad :
The Good.
- powerful motor
- wireless and rechargeable
- doesn’t rust
The Bad.
- it can take a long time to arrive
- stops spinning with just light pressure
Support :
Contact the seller for support, if no reaction, contact Amazon.
My Final Opinion :
This seems like a pretty nice device to start out with if you have never used a pottery wheel!
Mini Pottery wheel number 2
Product Name: MIAOLEIE Mini Electric Pottery Wheel
Place(s) To Buy: On Amazon.
Price: check the link below
Overall Rank: 
Warranty: free return, return for any reason within 15 days
Product Overview :
Includes 1 x Ceramic Machine, 1 x Hot Air Gun, 8 x Clay Tool, and 1 x Turntable.
Speed Control Mode: knob infinitely variable speed
- Rated Voltage: 5V-9V
- Rotary Speed: 0-2000RPM
The Good And The Bad :
The Good.
- low noise
- doesn’t rust and has easy operation
- compact and light
- acceptable price for its quality
The Bad.
- the motor is less strong, but it does work
- not much pressure can be used on items
Support :
Contact the seller.
My Final Opinion :
Has 10 positive reviews so far, so it looks like a very good pottery wheel for the asking price.
Minni pottery wheel number 3
Product Name: Mini Pottery Wheel Machine 2000RPM
Place(s) To Buy: On Amazon
Owners: no brand
Overall Rank: 
Warranty: free return, return for any reason within 15 days
Product Overview :
- Small Pottery Forming Machine with Tray
- Rated voltage: DC-12V
- Speed: 0-2000RPM
- 1 x 8 sets of pottery tools
- 1 x DC power adapter
The Good And The Bad :
The Good.
- cute design
- children could also use it
- adjustable speed
- low noise
The Bad.
- seems a bit light and delicate
- no customer reviews yet, hence the 4 stars
Support :
Contact the store.
My Final Opinion :
This mini pottery wheel seems to have fewer reviews, so that’s why I don’t give it 5 stars.
Mini Pottery wheel number 4
Product Name: 12V Aluminum Alloy Fingertip Mini Pottery Wheel
Place(s) To Buy:
On AliExpress
Or Amazon
Owners: no brand
Overall Rank: 
Warranty: 90-day buyer protection on AliExpress, contact the seller on Amazon
Product Overview :
- 12V Aluminum alloy Fingertip
- Input: AC110-240V 50/60Hz
- Turntable speed: 2000 Rpmin
- Turntable diameter: 4.5cm
- Control method: Knob step-less speed change
The Good And The Bad :
The Good.
- better stability
- can be carried around, compact
- safe and silent, anti-high temperature
- easy to clean
The Bad.
- a bit higher price, but it seems worth it!
- not many customer reviews yet
Support :
Contact the seller or AliExpress if you have issues.
My Final Opinion :
Seems like the best one so far, in my opinion, seeing the price compared to the quality!
Mini Pottery wheel number 5
Product Name: 350W Electric Pottery Wheel Machine
Place(s) To Buy:
On AliExpress.
Or Amazon.
(you can compare prices)
Owners: Bachin
Overall Rank:
Warranty:
- free return, return for any reason within 15 days on AliExpress
- For the 2021 holiday season, returnable items purchased between October 1 and December 31 can be returned until January 31, 2022 on Amazon
Product Overview :
Ceramic Work Clay Forming Machine DIY Art Craft Tool with Foot Pedal
- with foot pedal, LCD screen, removable ABS basin, and several pottery shaping tools
- Wheel diameter: 25 cm (9.8 inches)
- Speed: 0-320 r/min step-less speed change
The Good And The Bad :
The Good.
- it is a professional device, suitable for big and small ceramic pottery
- easy to use
- quiet
- the wheel speed and power are great
The Bad.
- little on the more expensive side
Support :
Contact the seller and if it doesn’t work out, contact AliExpress.
On Amazon, contact the seller as well.
My Final Opinion :
I had to throw in a professional electric pottery wheel, that can handle also normal-sized pottery and not just miniature pottery. This one would be a good one to start with and your kids can learn on this one as well!
Mini Pottery wheel number 6
Product Name: VEVOR Mini Pottery Wheel 30W Ceramic Wheel
Place(s) To Buy: On Amazon.
Owners: Vevor
Overall Rank:
Warranty:
Not clear/check with the seller
Product Overview :
- Motor power of 30W
- The highest speed is at 2000 RPM
- Measurements: 15 cm x 14 cm x 10 cm / 5.9″ x 5.5″ x 3″
- Weight: lightweight of only 1.6 kg / 3.5 lbs
- Materials: Aluminum
- Fully-Equipped Sculpting Tools of 16 pieces
The Good And The Bad :
The Good.
- Nice little pottery wheel with good quality for its price
- Very easy to use
- It has 3 different sizes of turntables
- includes a lot of accessories
- perfect for small pottery
- the wheel is sturdy
The Bad.
- can get quite messy
- lacks some power
My Final Opinion :
Although it seems to lack some power, I would think this is a great beginner’s pottery wheel.
Something extra: make your own electric pottery wheel!
I wanted to add something extra when making this blog post and that is this Etsy link.
It shows how to make a pottery wheel DIY style yourself!
YES, you can!
It is a digital downloadable PDF- file that describes how to build your own pottery wheel, step by step. It is full of instructions, diagrams, photographs, and tips.
Like, as what parts to order and how to assemble them using only household tools.
A few more FAQs on mini electric pottery wheels.
While we are at it, I might as well answer a few more FAQs 😉
What kind of clay is used for a mini pottery wheel?
Well, the choice for a mini pottery wheel is easy: just use pottery clay haha!
This type of clay is so easy to work with, and gives it the shape of a pottery pot, and is very versatile, and throws easily on the wheel!
How to throw clay on a mini pottery wheel?
I think this is explained best by means of a video where you can see the whole process of throwing clay on a pottery wheel!
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Can you use air-dry clay on a mini pottery wheel?
Yes, it can be used on a small pottery wheel, just beware that it will not feel the same as regular ceramic clay.
If any type of clay doesn't stick to the wheel, this could mean that you should add more water, because it probably is too dry and hard.
Adding to much water though to your wheel will make your pottery collapse.
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Final Conclusion
I hope that you have found the right electric pottery wheel that you are looking for and I would love to see the result(s) on my Facebook group about miniatures.
Do you have any questions or do you have a suggestion for an article for me to write about? Then please leave a comment in the comment section below. And please don’t be shy to share this article with your friends! 🙂
I wish you happy crafting!
Best regards,
Lizzy
Hi everyone!
My name is Lizzy, and I am an amateur miniaturist obsessed with everything in the dollhouse and miniature world, ever since I was a teenager.
So far, I have created 2 dollhouse projects, a backyard shed and a miniature treehouse, tons of DIY dollhouse kits, and “hacked” some.
I also created a fairy garden, and lots of small and simple miniature projects on my YouTube channel. (mostly made from trash or everyday items).
I love to write as well about all things happening in the miniature world, hence the reason why I created this blog!
I wish you happy reading and crafting!
Lizzy
Hello; thanks for these five reviews on Mini Electric Pottery Wheel. It is understandable about the strength and durability of the first three pottery wheels, especially the first one taking into account that they are made for children to toy with.
If I were to buy one of these for a kid knowing how they are experimental I would no doubt buy number four. Otherwise, number five is the ideal buy for me.
DorcasW
Hi Dorcas,
thank you very much for your comment and I wish you much fun with the pottery wheel number 4!
Thank you for this very insightful information. My wife and kids love to do all kinds of crafting together. And this looks like a great place to find things I can buy for them to do together. What are some of the best things they offer in your opinion? What do you recommend for a family project?
Your Friend, Johnny
Hi Johnny
If you are looking for a miniature pottery wheel like this blog post is telling you about, and you would like to include your kids in the crafting pottery craft, then I would for example advise number 3 to start out with. If your family likes it, then you could eventually buy a more expensive one, or make one yourself as in the Ebook from Etsy that I mentioned!
happy crafting
Best regards,
Lizzy
I own a mini, I make my own mini tools to facilitate use better. however, we also own a full sized pottery wheel in the studio and my husband will “throw” tiny pots atop a much bigger wad of clay, then cuts it free. 😉
That sounds like a lot of fun Sandy, thanks for your comment!
Happy crafting,
Lizzy