The Best OXO Kitchen Equipment, According to Our Exhaustive Testing

It’s hard to ignore OXO’s presence in our tested roundups—they’ve scored many top picks in our reviews. And while the 30-year-old company originally made its name with soft-handled everyday kitchen utensils, its coffee division has also been hitting home runs. Suffice it to say, we’re big fans of what OXO is putting out there, so we rounded up the best of the best OXO products from our equipment reviews (we did the same for a couple of other brands—Breville and ThermoWorks—too).

The Best OXO Kitchen Equipment

The Best Drip Coffee Maker Under $200

OXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee Maker

$200 at Amazon $200 at Williams-Sonoma $200 at Target

There’s a lot to love about this brewer: it has a powerful heating element that delivers precise brewing temperatures of 200ºF and a wide sprayhead to saturate the coffee evenly. It even has two brew modes to better dial-in smaller batches, if you don’t want to brew a full carafe. It was our favorite brewer under $200 and has become the go-to coffee maker for some Serious Eats staffers. What more can we say? 

Good to Know

• Stated capacity: 1.25 liters/40 ounces/8 cups
• Weight: 10.3 pounds
• Type of carafe: Thermal carafe
• Warranty: 2 years

The Best Programmable Drip Coffee Maker

OXO Brew 9-Cup Coffee Maker

$230 at Amazon $230 at Williams-Sonoma $230 at Home Depot

With the same great brew tech as the 8-cup model, this brewer adds an additional cup and a programmable timer. So, if you want to set and forget your morning cup, you can. While we do wish it had a flat-bottom coffee filter rather than a cone-shaped one, it still brews excellent coffee and also meets the Specialty Coffee Association’s standards.

Good to Know

• Stated capacity: 45 ounces/9 cups
• Weight: 11 pounds
• Built-in bloom cycle: Yes
• Type of carafe: Thermal carafe
• Warranty: 2 years

The Best Coffee Grinder For Most People

OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder

$100 at Amazon $100 at Williams-Sonoma $100 at Target

Precision burr grinders are difficult to nail, but OXO’s version does an excellent job at a truly impressive price point. In our testing we found its grind precision held its own against much pricier models, making it an excellent option for anyone looking to upgrade their coffee setup without spending a fortune.

Good to Know

• Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.25 x 12.5 inches
• Weight: 4.5 pounds
• Burr type: Stainless steel conical burrs
• Number of grind settings: 15 (plus micro settings)
• Warranty: 2-year limited

The Best Budget-Friendly Coffee Scale

OXO BREW Precision Scale with Timer

$56 $54 at Amazon $56 at Williams-Sonoma View on Webstaurantstore.com

Responsive readings and precision resolution are two hallmarks of a great coffee scale, and the OXO Brew delivered on both. With an added timer for managing pourovers (or French press brews), it’s a budget-friendly choice for your home coffee bar.

Good to Know

• Materials: Plastic body, silicone mat
• Batteries: Four AAA batteries
• Care instructions: Wipe clean with a damp cloth

The Best Cold Brew Coffee Maker

OXO Compact Cold Brew Coffee Maker

$37 $36 at Amazon $35 at Oxo

OXO's Compact Cold Brew Coffee Maker is unlike any other cold brew device; it's designed around a spring-loaded drip stopper that drains when set on top of the carafe, which makes it much easier to filter than cold brewers with a stopper in the bottom. It also features a reusable mesh filter (no waste!). During our tests, it handily took top marks in terms of taste and cleaning. It also features a reusable mesh filter, and handily won all of our taste tests while being easy to clean. 

Good to Know

• Yield: 16 ounces of concentrate
• Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Filter style: Reusable stainless steel

The Best Kitchen Scale

OXO 11-lb. Stainless Steel Food Scale With Pull-Out Display

$56 $50 at Amazon $56 at Williams-Sonoma $62 at Walmart

After thorough testing, OXO’s kitchen scale was the most accurate, as well as the easiest to use. Its 11-pound capacity accommodates large baking projects and, with a pull-out screen that extends a few inches from the weighting platform, it can even accommodate large containers, too. Lastly, its stainless weighing platform is removable, which allows for easy clean up. 

Good to Know

• Units: Ounces, pounds, grams, kilograms
• Max weight: 11 pounds
• Dimensions: 9.5 x 7 x 1.25 inches
• Warranty: 5 years

The Best Kitchen Tongs

OXO Good Grips 12-Inch Tongs

$16 $14 at Amazon $25 at Walmart $15 at Sur La Table

These tongs opened wide, had an easy-to-squeeze tension, and comfortable silicone pads for better grip. During testing, their scalloped tips easily grabbed chicken without slipping or tearing, and we really appreciated how wide they opened. We also liked how sturdy they were—the two separate arms never wavered, making each grab precise and stable. 

Good to Know

• Materials: Stainless steel, plastic, rubber
• Total length: 14 inches
• Weight: 6.3 ounces
• Locking feature: Yes
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe

The Best Grill Tongs

OXO Good Grips 16-Inch Locking Tongs

$18 at Amazon $18 at Williams-Sonoma $32 $19 at Walmart

A longer version of the 12-inch tongs, we loved this set's springy action, comfortable grips, and scalloped tips. And while they’re not technically grill tongs, they still beat out the competition due to their sturdy build, firm grasp, and maneuverability.

Good to Know

• Length: 16 inches
• Weight: 9.1 ounces
• Materials: Stainless steel, rubber
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe

The Best Cold Cleaning Grill Brush

OXO Good Grips Nylon Grill Brush for Cold Cleaning

$22 at Amazon $22 at Bloomingdales $22 at Oxo

This nylon grill brush is great for scraping up a cold grill due to its angled, long scraper and stiff bristles (on a replaceable head, even!). The scraper even had grooves on either side which helped it get under grill grates to scrape all sides of them clean.

Good to Know

• Materials: Nylon, metal, plastic
• Length: 18.25 inches
• Hot cleaning capable: No
• Hanging loop: Yes

The Best Bench Scraper

OXO Bench Scraper

$12 at Amazon $12 at Target View on Webstaurantstore.com

A good bench scraper easily cuts pasta, portions dough, and lifts cut vegetables from a cutting board, and OXO’s version does it all with aplomb (and a comfy silicone handle, to boot). Whether you’re cutting and folding biscuit dough or cleaning salt off your counter after a spill, this model is sharp enough to complete any task without actually cutting into your counters. It also has a ruler on its edge for portioning out pasta shapes or cutting biscuits. 

Good to Know

• Materials: Stainless steel, silicone
• Blade style: Slightly sharpened on both sides, squared
• Weight: 6.7 ounces
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe

The Best Food Mill for Mashed Potatoes

OXO Good Grips Food Mill

$56 $53 at Amazon $56 at Williams-Sonoma $70 at Walmart

Food mills are the key to silky pommes puree (a.k.a fancy French mashed taters). And, in our review of food mills, this one from OXO came out on top. It sat on top of a pot nicely, and the handle was easy to grip and turn. Oh, and it made the silkiest mashed potatoes, too.

Good to Know

• Material: Stainless steel
• Stated capacity: 2.3 quarts
• Discs included: 3
• Weight: 2 lbs, 5 ounces
• Handle length: 5 inches
• Opening diameter: 8 inches
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe

The Best Nonstick Spatula

OXO Good Grips Silicone Flexible Turner

$12 at Amazon $12 at Target $12 at Sur La Table

With a thin edge that slides easily under food, this nonstick turner was excellent at flipping pancakes and turning over-easy eggs. We found it sturdy, yet flexible, and it’s been our top pick since 2017.

Good to Know 

• Heat-resistant: Up to 450ºF
• Dimensions: 11.25 x 3.25 inches
• Materials: Silicone and stainless steel
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe

The Best Silicone Spatula

OXO Good Grips Silicone Everyday Spatula

$12 at Amazon View on Webstaurantstore.com $12 at The Container Store

We really liked the head angle on this spatula, which tapered to a thin edge for excellent scraping during our tests. It also had a strong core for stirring cookie doughs, and is heat proof up to 600ºF, so it could rest on a hot skillet when cooking. 

Good to Know

• Weight: 3.50 ounces
• Materials: Nylon core, silicone
• Heat resistance: Up to 600ºF
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe (top rack specified)

The Best Garlic Press

OXO Good Grips Garlic Press

$18 at Amazon $26 $19 at Jcpenney.com

When the cellular walls of garlic are ruptured, they release potent aromas and flavors. And while we love garlic, sometimes you don't want it to wallop your tastebuds. In our testing, this one from OXO produced the mildest pressed garlic due to its larger grid. The handles were comfy, too.

Good to Know

• Weight: 9.5 ounces
• Materials: Stainless steel, silicone
• Max capacity: 2 medium-sized cloves 
• Cleaning tool included: No
• Care: Dishwasher-safe
• Can it handle unpeeled cloves?: Yes

The Comfiest Ladle

OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Ladle

$13 at Amazon View on Webstaurantstore.com $13 at Kohls.com

Featuring the most comfortable grip of all the models we tested, this ladle also sported a sturdy bowl that made it easy to scrape up the bottom of your soup pot. The dual-spouts also made pouring a breeze—no errant drips to be had. It’s dishwasher-safe, too.

Good to Know

• Materials: Stainless steel, silicone
• Weight: 7.1 ounces
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe

A Budget-Friendly Carbon Steel Pan

OXO Obsidian Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel, 10" Frying Pan

$50 at Amazon $50 at Home Depot View on Perigold.com

Not only is this budget-friendly, but it's also pretty lightweight for a carbon steel skillet. You'll be whipping up crepes and searing steaks in no time—and feel like a chef while you're at it.

Good to Know

• Weight: 2 pounds, 10 ounces
• Cooking surface diameter: 8 inches
• Pre-seasoned: Yes
• Oven-safe: Yes
• Max oven-safe temp: 660ºF
• Care: Hand-wash
• Induction compatible: Yes

The Best Mallet-Style Meat Pounder

OXO Good Grips Meat Tenderizer

$12 at Amazon $12 at Target $12 at Oxo

As our favorite meat pounder, the OXO was the fastest to flatten pork in our testing, and was comfortable to swing for over two minutes while crushing graham crackers. It’s also dishwasher-safe and small enough to fit in most kitchen drawers.

Good to Know

• Materials: ABS plastic with a solid steel core
• Weight: 13.2 ounces
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe

A Great Balloon Whisk

OXO Good Grips 11-Inch Balloon Whisk

$12 $11 at Amazon $12 at Target View on Webstaurantstore.com

OXO’s classic grippy handle scored major points in our whisk testing, and its sturdy wires kept up with the competition in all of our speed tests. It readily beat egg whites and whipped cream, and the handle’s palm swell prevented wrist fatigue during heavier-duty tasks.

Good to Know

• Wire count: 10
• Handle type: Non-slip rubber
• Care instructions: Dishwasher safe

The Best Cutting Board

OXO 2-Piece Cutting Board Set

$24 at Amazon $24 at Home Depot View on Webstaurantstore.com

Thin but durable, these cutting boards have been staples in the Serious Eats kitchen for years. The rubber grips kept them from sliding on the counter (even when cutting slippery squid), and after 200 knife strokes, our blade’s edge was still sharp enough to slide through paper. 

Good to Know

• Materials: Plastic, with rubber trim
• Dimensions: 7.25 x 10.5 inches (small board); 10.5 x 14.5 inches (large board)
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe
• Notable features: Juice well, nonslip-feet, soft sides for easy carrying

The Best Budget Stovetop Kettle

OXO Brew Classic Tea Kettle

$50 $45 at Amazon $53 at Walmart $50 at Sur La Table

Quick to boil and with a fast-pouring spout, the OXO kettle was one of the best performers in our testing while being easy on the wallet. Its silicone coated handle (and spout cover) were always cool to the touch, and the slanted handle angle made pouring comfortable and easy.

Good to Know

• Materials: Stainless steel
• Stated capacity: 1.7 quarts
• Dimensions: 8 x 9.75 x 9.75 inches
• Compatible cooktops: Gas, electric

The Best Plastic Liquid Measuring Cup Set

Oxo Good Grips 3-Piece Angled Measuring Cup Set

$24 at Amazon $24 at Williams-Sonoma $24 at Home Depot

From the start, two things stood out about these measuring cups: the angled measurement lines and the rubber-coated handles. Both made measuring volumes easy on the mind and hands. And because they're made of Tritan plastic, they passed our durability tests with ease. We also appreciated how they included both imperial and metric measurements. 

Good to Know

• Material: Plastic
• Set includes: 4-cup, 2-cup, and 1-cup measuring cups
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe

The Best Overall Cocktail Jigger

OXO Mini Angled Measuring Cup

$12 at Amazon View on Webstaurantstore.com $7 at Oxo

This small angled measuring cup is our favorite cocktail jigger, but we also love how versatile it is. They’re ideal for measuring small amounts of liquid and have multiple units of measure, including tablespoons, ounces, and milliliters. Great for drizzling oil or as spare containers for mise en place, we recommend grabbing a handful (especially since they stack so nicely). 

Good to Know

• Max reading: 2 ounces; 4 tablespoons
• Minimum reading: 0.25 ounces
• Materials: Plastic
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe

The Best Budget-Friendly Measuring Cups

OXO Good Grips 8 Piece Stainless Steel Measuring Cups and Spoons Set

$39 at Amazon View on Webstaurantstore.com View on Belk.com

With four commonly used sizes (1/4-, 1/3-, 1/2-, 1-cup), this set of measuring cups has everything you need—and at a great price. We liked the grippy silicone-lined handles and the magnets that kept the cups nested when stored.

Key Specs

• Materials: Stainless steel
• Set includes: 1/4-, 1/3-, 1/2-, 1-cup measuring cups
• Weight: 11 ounces
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe

The Best Salad Spinner

OXO Good Grips Glass Salad Spinner

$65 $59 at Amazon $65 at Williams-Sonoma $65 at Sur La Table

We really liked how much force the pump-style spin mechanism generated in this salad spinner; it made quick work of drying greens in our testing. We also love that it had a brake and a collapsable handle for storage. For a lighter and sturdier option, there's a stainless steel version.

Good to Know

• Materials: Borosilicate glass bowl, plastic basket and lid, rubber
• Style: Pump
• Bowl capacity: 6.2 quarts
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe

The Most User-Friendly Muffin Pan

OXO Nonstick Pro 12-Cup Muffin Pan

$28 at Amazon $36 $32 at Walmart $28 at Kohls.com

With an extra-wide rim and a thick ridge, this muffin pan was the easiest to get in and out of the oven, even with thick oven mitts on. Muffins quickly released from the nonstick coating during our tests (and everything browned evenly, too). 

Good to Know

• Material: Aluminized steel, ceramic-reinforced nonstick coating
• Weight: 1 pound, 14.5 ounces
• Overall dimensions: 16 1/2 x 11 3/4 x 1 5/8 inches
• Maximum oven temperature: 450°F
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe, though hand-washing is recommended

The Best Overall Mandoline

OXO Good Grips V-Blade Mandoline Slicer

$46 $39 at Amazon $46 $42 at Target View on Webstaurantstore.com

It slices, it juliennes, and it has clear settings for how thick you want your food. It was one of the sharpest mandolines we tested, and we also really liked its foldout stand for extra stability. 

Good to Know 

• Thickness settings: 4
• Blade style: V-blade
• Accessories/features: Fold-out stand, handguard
• Care instructions: Hand-wash

The Best Take-Apart Poultry Shears

OXO Good Grips Poultry Shears

$31 $28 at Amazon $28 at Williams-Sonoma $28 at Home Depot

Comfort is key in a pair of poultry shears, and the rubberized handle on this pair kept our hands from slipping, even when greasy. The locking mechanism was easy to engage for safe storage, and they clipped through bone with ease during testing.

Good to Know

• Take-apart: Yes
• Locking blades: Yes
• Blade material: Stainless steel
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe, but we recommend hand-washing

The Best Olive Oil Dispenser

OXO Precision Pour Glass Dispenser - 12 oz

$17 at Amazon $17 at Target $17 at Oxo

The only dispenser to resist messy drips, the precision pour spout lived up to its name. It gave us full control over our pours during testing, and its wide opening made it easy to clean between refills.

Good to Know

• Weight: 9 ounces
• Materials: Clear glass with a plastic, stainless steel, and silicone lid
• Capacity: 12 fluid ounces (1.5 cups)
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe

The Best Lever Corkscrew

OXO Vertical Corkscrew with Removable Foil Cutter

$45 $43 at Amazon $45 at Oxo $45 at Kohls.com

The lever-driven action on this corkscrew can pop a cork in under three seconds with a simple down-and-up motion. It was by far the fastest in our tests, and great for people who might struggle with more traditional lever wine openers. 

Good to Know

• Materials: Stainless steel, plastic
• Weight: 1.5 pounds

The Best Muddler with a Textured Head

OXO Good Grips Steel Muddler

$17 at Amazon $17 at Williams-Sonoma $17 at Sur La Table

This muddler's comfortable grip made it easy to twist during our testing, and its broad teeth helped break down ingredients without tearing them up too much. We also liked how sturdy it was, and cleanup was as easy as dropping it in the dishwasher.

Good to Know

• Length: 9 inches
• Weight: 3.88 ounces
• Material: Stainless steel, nylon
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe

The Best Budget-Friendly Cobbler Shaker

OXO Steel Single Wall Cocktail Shaker

$23 at Amazon $23 at Target $23 at Sur La Table

Sturdy and lightweight, this cobbler shaker sealed well for every shake test we performed, and it had a large capacity to accommodate multiple drinks to boot. It was also easy to pull apart after straining, and is dishwasher safe for easy cleanup.

Good to Know

• Capacity: 24 ounces
• Material: Stainless steel
• Care instructions: Dishwasher-safe

The Best Countertop Kitchen Timer

OXO Good Grips Triple Timer

$42 at Amazon $27 at Oxo $27 at The Container Store

This timer can display three different times at once, and has a direct keypad so you can program any time between one second and 100 hours. Even with multiple timers running, we found in our testing that the keypad was intuitive to use with just a single start/stop button for each time. The alarms were also loud enough to be heard from a different room. 

Good to Know

• Dimensions: 2.55 x 4.5 x 8.2 inches
• Number of timers: 3
• Max hours: 100 hours

The Easiest-to-Read Instant-Read Thermometer

OXO Good Grips Thermocouple Thermometer

$105 $69 at Amazon $105 at Williams-Sonoma $105 at Sur La Table

With bright digits against a black screen, the OXO instant-read thermometer was the easiest to read in our testing. It displayed quick and accurate temperatures, and its wide-angled probe was also great for lefties. 

Good to Know

• Features: Reverse white digit black screen, 225-degree pull out probe, rotating screen
• Accuracy: +/- 0.9°F (+/- 0.5°C) from -22° to 302°F (-30° to 150°C)
• Measurement Range: -58°F to 572°F
• Warranty: 2 years

The Best Plastic Compost Bin

OXO Easy-Clean Compost Bin

$32 at Amazon View on Webstaurantstore.com View on Oxo

With a large capacity and an easy-to-flip lid, the OXO compost bin did well in our tests. It didn’t give off any compost odors until day nine of testing (that's good!), and the smooth walls made it easy to hand-wash.

Good to Know

• Material: Plastic
• Dimensions: 6.6 x 6.4 x 7.5 inches
• Stated capacity: 1.75 gallon
• Care instructions: Hand-wash

FAQs

Are OXO and Good Grips the same company?

Good Grips is actually a product line from OXO. OXO has a number of different product lines, like Good Grips, SoftWorks, Steel, and Brew. These product lines usually focus on different design elements: Good Grips features their classic rubberized handles, Steel products are mostly made from stainless steel, and Brew is their line of coffee products. 

Are OXO products worth it? 

OXO products have consistently emerged as top picks throughout our testing. Many OXO products have user-friendly designs, strong performances, and are affordably priced.

Why We're the Experts

• We at Serious Eats have been reviewing kitchen gear for nearly 10 years, and OXO products have consistently performed well.
• Jesse Raub was the former commerce writer for Serious Eats. He specialized in testing and writing our coffee gear reviews.