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Tough Mama NTM-MINI review: 2-in-1 egg boiler and steamer

Reviewed by the Product Choicest team · Updated Jul 16, 2026 · How we review

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Quick verdict

A cheap 600W 2-in-1 that boils up to 7 eggs and steams a small breakfast for one or two, but only 27 have sold, so feedback is still thin.

At a glance

BrandTough Mama
TypeEgg boiler + food steamer (2-in-1)
Price₱699 (as of Jul 11, 2026)
Owner rating5.0 ★ from 37 reviews
ShopTough Mama Appliances
Units sold27

Specifications

TypeEgg boiler + food steamer (2-in-1)
ModelNTM-MINI STEAM
Capacity7 eggs
Wattage600 W
FunctionsBoil eggs, steam, multicook
Voltage220V
MaterialNot specified

Pros and cons

✓ Pros

  • 2-in-1: boils 7 eggs and steams food
  • Clear 600W power and 7-egg capacity
  • Perfect 5.0 rating so far
  • From Tough Mama Appliances, a local brand

✗ Cons

  • Breakfast-sized, not for big family batches
  • Material isn't listed on the spec sheet

The Tough Mama NTM-MINI is a 2-in-1 egg boiler and food steamer: a 600W mini multicooker that boils up to 7 eggs and steams a small breakfast. It holds a perfect 5.0 rating so far.

What you get

One little machine for fast morning food. Boil up to 7 eggs, steam siomai or veggies, or reheat leftovers before work. It draws 600W, enough for a breakfast-sized load. Better yet, the specs are listed: the 7-egg capacity and the wattage are both there, rare for a mini cooker this cheap. It’s from Tough Mama Appliances, a local brand, so after-sales is easier than a no-name import. Just be clear on scale. This is a one-or-two-person unit, not a big tiered steamer for a family batch.

Do the math on a real morning: 7 eggs is one or two people’s breakfast, or a small merienda of steamed siomai. Because the egg tray and steam basket share the same 600W base, you can run both at once: eggs boiling below, gulay or leftover rice warming above. On 220V it plugs into any Philippine outlet, and 600W keeps the Meralco hit small for a quick cook.

Is it big enough for a family?

Honestly, no. This is a one-or-two-person unit, a single egg tray and a small basket, not a tiered family steamer. For a household batch of siomai or a full ulam, you’ll be running several rounds. Singles, couples, dorm rooms, and office pantries are the right fit.

Is it sulit?

Around ₱699 as of July 11, 2026. Check the latest price on Shopee. Cheap for a branded 2-in-1, and you get clear specs, which is rare at this price. The catch is trust: only 27 have sold, so that 5.0 rating rests on very few reviews. Weigh that thin history before you buy.

Who should buy it

Buy this if you cook for one or two and want eggs plus a quick steam from one small gadget. Feeding a household? Go tiered. See our best food steamers in the Philippines roundup and our food steamer buying guide.

Alternatives to consider

If you’re feeding a whole household, the Asahi 9L Food Steamer FS-036 is our Best Overall with far more tiered capacity at around ₱2,549 as of July 11, 2026. Want more steaming room without spending much, the Astron FS48 2-layer steamer is our Best Value at around ₱899 as of July 11, 2026.

Compare Tough Mama NTM-MINI 2-in-1 Egg Boiler & Food Steamer (7 Eggs, 600W)

See how it stacks up against our top pick in the head-to-head Asahi 9L Food Steamer FS-036 vs Tough Mama NTM-MINI 2-in-1 Egg Boiler & Food Steamer (7 Eggs, 600W), or browse the full food steamers comparison.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many eggs can it boil at once?

Up to 7 eggs per batch, enough for one or two people's breakfast, but you'd need multiple rounds for a big family.

Can it steam siomai or vegetables too?

Yes, the 2-in-1 design steams siomai, veggies, and leftovers on top of boiling eggs. Just keep expectations breakfast-sized; it's not a tiered family steamer.

Will it work on a regular outlet, and is 600W enough?

It runs on 220V, standard for Philippine homes, and 600W is plenty for a breakfast-sized load without a scary Meralco bill.

Only 27 sold. Should I be worried?

The 5.0 rating is real but rests on very few reviews, so feedback is thin. It helps that it's from Tough Mama Appliances, a local brand. Ask the seller via Shopee chat if you want details like the material, which isn't listed.

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