8 Best Spiralizers, According to Testing
These top-rated countertop and handheld tools make more than just zoodles.
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Whether you’re trying to eat more vegetables, want to move to a plant-based diet or just need to speed up your time spent in the kitchen, spiralizers can be a great gadget to add to your kitchen arsenal. Used to make quick work of preparing vegetables, most spiralizers come with multiple blades and therefore can be used for so much more than simply making zucchini noodles (a.k.a "zoodles"). In short, spiralizers enable you to cut vegetables quickly with chef-like precision, so you can get a healthy dinner on the table faster.
Our top picks:
To find the best spiralizers on the market, our Good Housekeeping Institute food experts put some of the most popular spiralizers to the test, so that you can find the right one for your needs, budget and kitchen space. We considered everything: ease of use, how easy it is to clean, its ability to spiralize soft and hard fruits and vegetables alike, how much waste each one produces, the sturdiness of each model and how neatly it can be stored.
Read on to learn more about our top picks, including countertop to handheld models, and find more tips on what to consider when shopping for a spiralizer at the bottom of this guide.
Pros
- Aced Lab tests for ease of use, performance and storage
- Great suction for secure spiralizing
- Sturdy construction
Cons
- Pricey for only having three blade options
- Low profile means you can't collect noodles in a bowl
As the name suggests, this OXO model offers easy-to-use suction features for enhanced grip. In fact, in Lab testing, it scored higher than any other model across the board for ease of use, performance, clear blade labeling and storage.
While it costs a bit more than some spiralizers (especially for one with only three blades), it's clearly built to last. We found that the suction lever made it easy to stick and remove the spiralizer from countertops. The suction was so good, in fact, that this pick excelled in our hard vegetable tests, where a little extra pressure is required.
This model comes with a handy blade storage container and we found that it easily assembles and disassembles for cleaning. Due to its compact design and height, you won't be able to collect the resulting noodles in a bowl, so we suggest using a sheet tray instead.
Pros
- Affordable
- Three color coded blades performed well in Lab tests
- Beginner-friendly design
Cons
- No suction
- Not dishwasher-safe
At just over $30, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better value countertop spiralizer on the market than this Farberware model. As you would expect for the price, it’s a no-frills option but it comes with three stainless steel color-coded blades that performed very well in our Lab tests.
That said, testers noted that the ribbon blade did not perform as well as competitors. Some other places it fell short: Only two blades can be stored (one remains attached to the blade insert), it has no suction release lever and it’s not dishwasher safe. But if you’re new to spiralizing, and not sure how much you’ll ultimately use a gadget like this, it makes for an excellent starter choice.
Pros
- Accurate, versatile and user-friendly
- Three color-coded blades can be neatly stored together
Cons
- Works best on produce thinner than 2.5 inches
Our top handheld pick comes from OXO and was selected for its accuracy, versatility and reliable user-friendly design. Similar to OXO's countertop model, this handheld option comes with three colored blades that can be neatly and safely stored.
Our Lab tests found that this model worked particularly well on produce with a width no greater than 2.5 inches. Wider than that, and you'll have to trim down to size of your veggie. OXO also makes one- and two-blade handheld options at even lower price points, too.
Paderno World Cuisine 7-Blade Folding Vegetable Slicer/Spiralizer Pro
Paderno World Cuisine 7-Blade Folding Vegetable Slicer/Spiralizer Pro
Pros
- Reasonably priced
- Folds down neatly into one piece for easy storage
Cons
- Suction isn't as strong as other picks
- Blades not as clearly labeled as they could be
Paderno is a well-known brand when it comes to spiralizers and it remains a top performer in our Lab tests. Our favorite model is this seven-blade spiralizer which, at under $30, is very affordable.
Aside from terrific blade performance and ease of use, we loved that this spiralizer safely folds down into one piece (although this can make setting it up a slightly slower process). Three of the blades are stored in compartment drawers, and unlike other brands, the blade insert safely folds down into an internal compartment, making it compact and safe to store as one piece.
What kept the Paderno from being our top pick? The blades are not as clearly labeled as they could be and the countertop suction was not as strong or easy to remove from the counter.
Pros
- No extra parts; alternates slicing thickness by switching sides
- Precise blades for easy cutting
Cons
- Not much variety between noodle sizes
If you’re short on space or spiralizing for one, a handheld spiralizer could be your best solution. With over 9,000 five-star reviews, Amazon users say they love this Veggetti model, which is also a bargain pick at under $25. We love that there’s no need to switch out blades, as either side offers a different noodle thickness with two different stainless steel cutters.
While Amazon reviewers say they love how compact it is (along with the fact that it's dishwasher-safe), they also note the thicker side is much easier to use than the thinner side, warning that some vegetables may turn mushy with the smaller setting that more resembles angel hair pasta.
Pros
- Cone-shaped design great for thin veggies
- Flat and julienne peeler options
Cons
- Not as versatile as other models we tried
- Carbon steel blades can be prone to rusting
We appreciate that the cones on these spiralizers easily click onto the brand's top-performing “Y” and Julienne vegetable peelers. However, we didn’t find it as versatile as other models we tried, as the produce had to be cut down to fit inside the cones. (Due to its cone-shaped design, we found these Kuhn Rikon handheld models worked well with thinner carrots.) Online reviewers note that this would be a great option for topping off salads rather than making bowls full of noodles.
The flat peeler makes noodles and the julienne peeler makes flat ribbons. Lab experts note that the blades are made from carbon steel, which means that you'll need to handwash and dry them to prevent rusting.
Pros
- Dices, chops and spiralizes all in one
- Blades fit in tray for easy storage
Cons
- Only offers two spiralizer sizes
An Amazon best-seller with over 113,000 reviews and a 4.5-star rating, this handy tool is both a chopper and a spiralizer. If you're looking to cut down on single-use products, this option can handle several different kitchen tasks, too.
It also shares many of the hallmarks of our favorite spiralizers: It's dishwasher-safe, has stainless steel cutters and, because the four blades tuck neatly into the roomy 1.2-liter tray, takes up minimal cabinet space. We rated it highly as a vegetable chopper, but if you want to focus on zoodles, pick one of two blades: A thinner one for julienne-like spirals and a thicker ribbon option.
Pros
- Electronic motor makes prep work fast
- Perfect precision on creating uniform vegetable noodles
Cons
- Expensive
If you've already invested in a KitchenAid stand mixer, kit it out with this attachment that's less bulky than a standalone spiralizer. This one comes with four types of spiral blades and an optional peeling blade, so you can customize the noodles' thickness: tight spirals or shavings, or thicker, luxe ribbons. It can even core apples!
Another perk: Since this KitchenAid attachment uses the power of the mixer's motor to operate, you won't have to hand-crank anything. Online reviewers say they love how speedy this tool makes prep work, as well as how simple clean-up is (the blades are all top-rack dishwasher-safe).
Types of spiralizers
Spiralizers are best known for making terrific noodles and curly fries, but they’re actually good for a lot more than that! We've found that they work just as well for thinly slicing vegetables, perfect for speeding up dinner-time prep, bulk cooking or for when you need to make coleslaw and salads for a crowd. Some of our favorite items to slice in testing were radishes, cabbage, onions and peppers.
But what's the best type of spiralizer for your needs? Here are the options to consider:
✔️ Countertop spiralizers, also referred to as tabletop spiralizers, come with either rotating side hand cranks or vertical hand cranks. Countertop models generally offer the best value for money, make the best noodles, offer the most functionality and are the easiest to use. The trade-off is that they can be bulky and more difficult to clean and store.
✔️ Handheld spiralizers are an affordable and compact option, perfect for irregular usage, limited countertop space or cupboard space (or great for those only want to create small quantities of veggie noodles). The drawbacks are that they require more manual effort to use, and they can’t spiralize as many different fruits and vegetables due to their width. More often than not, the noodles are less consistent and there’s more waste involved with handheld models, but they're great for occasional use. If you’re looking to spiralize wider and/or harder fruits and vegetables, like butternut squash, apples or onions, go for a countertop model.
✔️ Electric spiralizers come as attachments to already existing appliances (like a KitchenAid, for example) or as stand-alone products. While they are typically more expensive, they do make the job easier and make very consistent noodles — but the widths and lengths of the feeding tubes can make them less versatile to use.
What to consider when buying a spiralizer
Before you head to the checkout, consider the following:
✔️ Storage: Does the spiralizer have storage for all the blades? Is the spiralizer itself compact and easy to store?
✔️ Suction: If it's a countertop model, does it have a suction lever to release and stick to the countertop? Most side-crank models come with four suction cups on each corner to adhere to the countertop, and the best models come with a lever to activate and deactivate the suction (our Lab tests found that models with a lever tended to stick and release much better than models without).
✔️ Blades: Are the blades dishwasher-safe or easy to clean? Are they stainless steel? These are essential for longevity of sharpness as well as being rust-resistant. Be sure to consider how many different blades you actually need or how frequently you will use them. It’s easy to be tempted by models that come with more blades, but they often don’t come with the necessary amount of blade storage to accommodate them, which can be bulky at best and dangerous at worst.
How to clean a spiralizer
Not all spiralizers are dishwasher safe but even if yours is, we recommend rinsing the blades immediately after use to prevent debris from drying onto the blades.
Some fruits and vegetables (like beets) will stain your spiralizer if not washed immediately after use, and our Lab experts suggest using lemon juice or a baking soda paste to deepen the clean.
Some countertop models come with handy cleaning brushes to safely clean the blades, a toothbrush makes a great substitute: be careful not to use your fingers on these super-sharp blades.
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