25 OXO Tools the Reviewers at Wirecutter Love

You want the tools you use for cooking, cleaning, entertaining and other household tasks to be reliable, easy to understand, and durable. That goes for everything from the coffee maker that brews your morning cup, to the corkscrew that opens your dinner party wines, to the brush you use to clean your baby’s bottles.

At OXO, we take pride in creating products that exceed expectations. But don’t take our word for it. The pros at Wirecutter, the New York Times-owned product review site, have a long list of what they consider the best OXO brand kitchen tools(Opens in a new window). So read on for the top Wirecutter picks of OXO’s many products, then stock up on these expert-approved essentials that’ll make your every day a little easier.

Kitchen Tools

Carving and Cutting Board

What this OXO Product Does
Our oversized Carving and Cutting board helps with both prep and serving. Large enough for stuffing a turkey or chopping various vegetables, this double-sided cutting board has a solid side for produce and a grooved side for meat. It also has a drip catcher to capture juices and non-slip feet to steady the board on countertops.

Why Wirecutter Loves it
Wirecutter is impressed(Opens in a new window) by how well the drip catcher captures juices, and how effectively the non-slip feet keep the board in place. They also like the board’s resistance to warping, staining and soaking up odors.

Pro Swivel Peeler

What this OXO Product Does 
Made from die-cast zinc with a durable stainless steel blade, the Pro Swivel Peeler also has an eyer to remove odd spots and blemishes. Whether you’re right- or left-handed, the blade of this peeler repositions itself easily to remove outer layers smoothly.

Why Wirecutter Loves it
Wirecutter loves(Opens in a new window) how sharp the blade stays over time; they also give it points for its comfortable handle and ease with trickier foods (parmesan, lemon peel).

Salad Spinner and Steel Salad Spinner

What These OXO Products Do
In general, professional and home chefs love salad spinners because they’re great for drying leafy greens without bruising or damaging delicate leaves. OXO’s salad spinners use a brake button to stop spinning on demand and have a non-slip base that stabilizes the spinner on your kitchen or counter top. The interior baskets can also serve as a built-in colander, which is perfect for washing berries or grapes. Just submerge the basket filled with fruit into the bowl, then lift out to allow the fruit to drain and air-dry.

Why Wirecutter Loves Them
Wirecutter praises(Opens in a new window) OXO’s Steel Salad Spinner and Glass Salad Spinner as some of the best because they’re elegant enough to go from the kitchen to the dining table. After washing and spinning, just remove the colander and serve greens in the glass or stainless steel bowl. No wonder these items are wedding registry favorites!

Tabletop Spiralizer and Hand-Held Spiralizer

What These OXO Products Do
Our Tabletop Spiralizer and Hand-Held Spiralizer can help you make veggie noodles, curly fries and bartender-worthy garnishes.

Why Wirecutter Loves Them
Wirecutter appreciates(Opens in a new window) the Tabletop Spiralizer’s three different-sized, sharp blades and the suction cup base that holds the spiralizer steady on countertops; they like the hand-held version because it cuts long, strong noodles and is easy to clean.

Smooth Potato Masher

What this OXO Product Does
The broad, easy-to-grip handle of OXO’s Smooth Potato Masher helps you turn out fluffy mashed potatoes with no lumps.

Why Wirecutter Loves it
Wirecutter reviewers love(Opens in a new window) our potato masher’s compact design, which makes storing it in a drawer a breeze. They also love that it’s dishwasher safe, and point out it can be used for other foods including avocados and beans.

Silicone Basting Brush

What This OXO Product Does
The Silicone Basting Brush makes it easy to slather your food in sauce while keeping your hands a safe distance away from heat.

Why Wirecutter Loves It 
Wirecutter loves(Opens in a new window) the brush’s unique features, like its two layers of flexible bristles and its long, curved handle.

3-Quart Glass Baking Dish With Lid and 9-Inch Glass Pie Plate With Lid

What These OXO Products Do
OXO’s 3-Quart Glass Baking Dish With Lid and 9-Inch Glass Pie Plate With Lid make it easy to head off to potlucks and picnics with food that’s ready to serve. Their borosilicate glass construction stands up to big temperature changes (like going from the freezer to the oven), and both come with lids.

Why Wirecutter Loves Them
Wirecutter likes(Opens in a new window) the baking dish’s wide, easy-to-grip handles. The site’s reviewers also praise(Opens in a new window) the pie plate’s 2-inch depth (deeper than many), evenly baked crusts (crisp and not-too-brown) and wide rim (with room to make decorative touches like fluting).

11-Inch Balloon Whisk

What This OXO Product Does
Merrily you’ll whisk along with this kitchen staple, which has a lightweight feel, comfortable handle, and allows for quick whipping of everything from egg whites to heavy cream.

Why Wirecutter Loves It
Wirecutter loves(Opens in a new window) the many wires packed into the OXO whisk, which are stiff—not floppy—to get the job done.

Coffee-related items

Conical Burr Grinder

What This OXO Product Does
Coffee aficionados know that a fresh grind goes a long way towards making an especially delicious cup of coffee. Our Conical Burr Grinder—which forces beans through cone-shaped, grooved surfaces called burrs—has a timer that remembers the last setting used. It also stores beans in a UV-blocking hopper that keeps coffee beans fresh.

Why Wirecutter Loves It
Named a Wirecutter top Budget Pick(Opens in a new window) thanks to its affordable price, this grinder usually costs under $100.00, comes apart for easy cleaning, and has15 grind-size settings, which make it easy to enjoy everything from French Press coffee to a pour over.

9-Cup Coffee Maker

What This OXO product does
Our 9-Cup Coffee Maker brews delicious coffee with the press of a button. All it requires is ground coffee and water.

Why Wirecutter Loves It
Wirecutter calls it one of the “Best Drip Coffee Makers”(Opens in a new window) thanks to its many automatic settings, reliably tasty brewing and a thermal carafe that keeps hot coffee hot.

Cold Brew Coffee Maker and Compact Cold Brew Coffee Maker

What These OXO Products Do
Because some like it cold. OXO’s Cold Brew Coffee Maker and Compact Cold Brew Coffee Maker serve up iced coffee that’s smooth and flavorful, not bitter.

Why Wirecutter Loves Them
Wirecutter likes(Opens in a new window) how easy these makers are to assemble. The compact maker is perfect for kitchens short on countertop space.

Bar items

Steel Cocktail Strainer

What this OXO Product Does
Pour out the perfect drink with nary a drip or puddle in sight, courtesy of the Steel Cocktail Strainer’s clever raised-lip design.

Why Wirecutter Loves it
Wirecutter appreciates(Opens in a new window) how snugly this strainer fits inside a shaker, keeping ice and other ingredients from sneaking into your drink.

Steel Double Jigger and Mini Angled Measuring Cup

What These OXO Products Do
OXO’s Steel Double Jigger and Mini Angled Measuring Cup make it easy to measure while you're mixing, which prevents the waste that can occur when constantly pouring ingredients between measuring cups or spoons.

Why Wirecutter Loves Them
These tools are Wirecutter favorites(Opens in a new window) due to the easy-to-read measurement markings and durability. Reviewers also praised the measuring cup for its clean pours.

Tools for Baby Things

Bottle Brush With Stand

What This OXO Product Does
Getting a baby bottle truly clean and dry is not as easy as it seems—which is why OXO’s Bottle Brush with a stand is so important. This one has two types of bristles, so you can go gentle or vigorous with your scrubbing.

Why Wirecutter Loves It
Wirecutter likes(Opens in a new window) how easily the brush fits into narrow bottle openings, and points out that unlike other bottle brushes, this one comes with tools to clean the bottle-nipple tips.

PerfectPull Wipes Dispenser

What This OXO Product Does
Herding cats, or getting a clean diaper on a wiggly baby: Pretty much the same difficulty level. Luckily, you only need one hand to grab wipes out of the PerfectPull Wipes Dispenser.

Why Wirecutter Loves It
Something that Wirecutter adores(Opens in a new window): The design features a weighted plate that releases only one wipe at a time. They call it a “game changer” when it comes to diapering a fidgety baby, and we couldn’t agree more!

Cleaning and Organizing Tools

Not So Lazy Susan Turntable

What This OXO Product Does
Use our Not So Lazy Susan Turntables on countertops, pantry shelves, cupboards or even in the refrigerator. Choose either the 11-inch or 16-inch version, depending on available space. Both feature a non-slip base and deep ledge to help keep items in place.

Why Wirecutter Loves It
Wirecutter ranks these turntables on its list of “Best Ways to Create More Space in a Small Kitchen(Opens in a new window)” because they allow you to see what you have in your cupboards better than risers.

Bottle Brush and Dish Brush

What These OXO Products Do
If you wash dishes often (and who doesn’t?), you’ll appreciate OXO’s Bottle Brush and Dish Brush given how effective they are at scrubbing out everything from stubborn pan residue to stained wine glasses and narrow bottle openings. 

Why Wirecutter Loves Them
Wirecutter included the brushes among the top “10 Cheap, Unexpected Kitchen Essentials We Rely On(Opens in a new window)” because they make it easier to thoroughly clean delicate wine glasses and keep hands out of hot water when scrubbing. 

Compact Toilet Brush and Canister

What this OXO Product Does
A toilet brush is the household’s unsung and indispensable hero. OXO’s Compact Toilet Brush and Canister has two kinds of bristles and replaceable heads, and it magically vanishes inside the canister when you’re done.

Why Wirecutter Loves It
Wirecutter loves this one(Opens in a new window) for the brush’s top-notch cleaning ability and the canister’s effortless automatic closing mechanism. Another aspect Wirecutter loves: Replaceable brush heads, which cut down on waste.

Aluminum 3-Tier Shower Caddy

What This OXO Product Does
Soap, razor, shampoo, bubble bath…get all your shower stuff organized in one place. OXO’s Aluminum 3-Tier Shower Caddy, which comes with a range of hooks and trays, actually creates space in your shower and features a rustproof finish.

Why Wirecutter Likes It
Wirecutter likes(Opens in a new window) its stability, durability and how easy it is to install, hooking gracefully over a showerhead and holding fast to the wall with suction cups. Wirecutter reviewers gave a special shoutout to the removable soap dish, which makes cleaning quick and easy.

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