Geoff Hodge tests seed sprouters for nutritious and delicious sprouting seeds

BEST COMPACT SPROUTER BioSnacky Germinator Jar £8.99

If you’re not after masses of sprouts, then this 600ml (21fl oz) capacity glass jar is perfect for the job. The lid of the 14.5cm (5 ¾ in) high jar has a built-in stand, which helps with draining away excess water and keeps the jar at an optimum angle for good germination and growth, and a sieve/filter – so there’s no need to remove the lid when rinsing the seeds. Tasty sprouts were ready to use in just three days. Comes with two free packets of seeds.

Supplier: Dobies, 0844 967 0303, www.dobies.co.uk; Su ons, 0844 326 2200, www.su ons.co.uk.

BEST LARGE SPROUTER GEO 3 Tier Sprouter Starter Kit £19.95

This is a great choice for sprouting lots of seeds. The three 20cm (8in) diameter trays allowed me to germinate different types separately; sections in each tray keep seeds separate if necessary. The trays have drainage holes to remove excess water, and base ridges to help prevent the seeds being washed around. It’s flexible, too – use as many trays as you need. Sprouts were ready in four days. Comes with three free packets of organic seeds. Supplier: UK Juicers, 01904 757070, www.ukjuicers.com/sprouters.

BEST ORNAMENTAL SPROUTER GEO Terracotta Sprouter Starter Kit £34.95

This sprouter looks great in the kitchen. The three hexagonal (17.5cm/7in wide) sprouting trays have built-in drainage holes, draining excess water into the bo om tray. Trays can be stacked with a gap between them or without to create a dark, damp environment ideal for germination and growing bean sprouts. Again, you can use as many trays as you need. Sprouts were ready to use in four days. Comes with three free packets of organic seeds. Supplier: UK Juicers, 01904 757070, www.ukjuicers. com/sprouters.