Who is it for

The timeless brewer.

If you lean on your dishwasher, prefer a pure steel design, this strainer is made for you. Durable, classic, and built to last through years of chai rituals.

Why We Made It

Choice for every kitchen.

Some chai makers want something quicker between brews, others want the simplicity of pure steel - strong, enduring, and ready for the dishwasher. The Stainless Steel Strainer keeps things timeless.

Loka Chai Maker

Both built for perfect chai - choose which fits your kitchen ritual

We offer the Loka Chai Maker with two strainer options – both engineered for perfect chai, every time. Each is built for safety, durability, and ease. The only question is which one best suits your kitchen ritual.

Stainless Steel Strainer

  • Classic, ultra-durable design
  • Fine mesh delivers full flavour
  • Best for those with a good quality dishwasher or or who prefer a pure metal part
Choose Stainless Steel if you plan to put in dishwasher after every use.

Silicone Strainer

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  • Hybrid design: highest quality food-grade silicone upper + stainless steel mesh base
  • Stainless steel base with fine mesh to deliver full flavour
  • Dishwasher safe or quick and easy hand-wash
Choose Silicone for quick hand-washing and multiple daily brews.

Your question, answered

Both are designed for perfect chai. Choose Stainless Steel if you prefer a pure metal part or mainly use a dishwasher. Choose Silicone if you hand-wash often and want the fastest cleanup.

Because chai rituals differ. Some prefer the durability and simplicity of pure steel, others value the convenience of silicone. Both deliver the same great results - it’s all about your preference.

Yes - both are compatible with the Loka Chai Maker and can be swapped easily.

Yes. It’s designed for daily dishwasher use and built to last with high-grade stainless steel.

Yes. Both strainers use the same precision mesh design to ensure rich flavour and smooth flow in every cup.

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Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
Based on 135 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 96 Total 4 star reviews: 17 Total 3 star reviews: 10 Total 2 star reviews: 6 Total 1 star reviews: 6
84%would recommend this product
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135 reviews
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    Nighat A.
    I do not recommend this product
    Rated 2 out of 5 stars
    Handle broke with in 6 months

    Loved the concept that tae won’t spill out in it I bought it and gifted two of my relatives too

    Can upgrade it to bigger size as don’t accommodate 6 cups second handle got loosened within few months of use ad eventually came off and tea pot is useless after 6months of purchase

    Very disappointed I think I deserve replacement my email is *****

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    Shailah N. k.
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    Small leak/handle gets hot

    I have bought my Loka and also purchased for my sister and my mother Inlaw as I loved it soooo much! A no brainer to get! Also I am a walking talking advertisement for Loka and have made many people purchase just from my demonstration however I’m a little disappointed as my very own Loka may have a defect. The handle is getting very hot and also loose. It scares me while I’m pouring it will break off and hot chai may fall. Also there is a slight leak from the crease of where the upper and lower pot “connect”. I don’t know who to call to get help . There is no customer service number for such a big product . Therefor I went from a 5 star rating to a 3 :(. Bot I would still constitute to recommend as I am sure my pit is the only defective one by luck

    Loka

    Hi Shailah, it’s so lovely to hear you love Loka so much you’ve been recommending it to others!

    To avoid getting the handle too hot, we do recommend leaving it off centre from the burner to keep only the base under the flame - here’s a link to our stovetop guide with more info.

    I will get in touch with you over email to have a look into the leak for you. 99% of the time it’s likely the seal may have been incorrect seal placement, have a look at the guides on our site which can help with this issue.

    In terms of the handle, I can see someone from our support team has already been in touch, I’ll follow up with you privately to see how that’s going!

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    John P.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Spectacular and easy way to make chai

    Works beautifully on our induction hob. Quick and easy. My Punjabi wife was initially sceptical of using the blend but says it is the best she has had, almost as good as her own!

    Loka

    Hey John, we love to hear it. We get we’ll always be second to your wife 😉 We’d love to try some of her blend!

  • AP
    A p.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Loved it no mess tea maker

    Made Desi chai with no strainer and it’s fast. Used glass top electric stove. It was fast to come to boil and it’s mess free. Used Wagh Bakri tea once came to boil added fresh ginger.

    Loka

    Hi Ameet, this is what we love to hear! To many more mess free brews.

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    Eric
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Lovely

    Great device - The Loka just does its thing while I work to get our morning together

    Loka

    We love the set up!