10 OXO Tools That Are Clever and Time-Saving

On rare occasions, we’re blessed with hours of free time to work some magic in the kitchen. Most days, however, I find myself rushing to get a nutritious, satisfying dinner on the table. Trust me: For days when you’re working on a time crunch, it pays to have kitchen essentials on deck. Everyday shoppers and experts alike continue to gravitate toward OXO kitchen tools — and the decades-old kitchenware brand keeps proving itself. 

There are plenty of everyday tools on Amazon, but not every piece is worth a spot in your packed utensil drawer. OXO’s tools consistently pass our editor tests and shoppers’ reviews. Products like the Good Grips Y-Peeler or the OXO’s adjustable measuring cups give you confidence to tackle intimidating cooking days and regular dinner plans. We scoured OXO’s lineup for the most shopper-loved tools, and it starts at just $10. 

Best Shopper-Loved OXO Kitchen Tools

• Flexible Scoop, $10
• Multipurpose Scraper, $15
• Swivel Vegetable Peeler, $13, originally $14
• Bottle Drying Rack, $18, originally $26
• Brew Single-Serve Pour-Over Coffee Maker, $20 
• Twisting Jar Opener, $17
• Y-Peeler, $11, originally $14

Flexible Scoop

All-purpose scoops remain indispensable in the kitchen, and OXO’s flexible version rises to that challenge. The bendable tip helps funnel flour, pet food, or ice into smaller containers, while the narrow design makes it easier to dip into small containers. Nearly 20,000 shoppers can‘t be wrong since they’ve given it a five-star rating. 

Adjustable Measuring Cup

As for a more unexpected pick, OXO reimagines measuring cups with a vertical, pre-measured design. It adjusts to the intended volume (so you don’t accidentally overpour) and pushes thick, sticky ingredients out using a silicone disc at the base. Shoppers say they’re obsessed with the ease of measuring ingredients like peanut butter and sour cream, while the dishwasher-safe design makes cleanup easy. 

Multipurpose Scraper

Quickly transfer chopped vegetables into a sauté pan, section bread dough, and slice pizza with one simple tool. This scraper’s large blade has measurements on one side, while its soft-grip handle is easy on your wrists. Shoppers say they’re impressed by the thick, sturdy blade, noting that it lives up to the high-quality standards of OXO’s other tools. 

Salad Dressing Shaker

Kick your desk salad up a notch: Salad dressings taste brighter and fresher when you make them yourself. Skip the bottled dressing this week and shake up your own version — OXO’s combination 1.5-cup bottle, which both shakes and pours, saves precious time during cleanup. Some shoppers said they keep several in rotation for different sauces and oils.

Swivel Vegetable Peeler

Many vegetable peelers claim to be ergonomic, but Good Grips’ dual-blade version has a clever swivel mechanism that makes that a reality. The handle is also larger than others on the market and includes a soft-grip texture. Snag yours for $3 off this week. 

Bottle Drying Rack

No judgment, but you should be washing your water tumblers more frequently. Make the process more streamlined with a dedicated drying rack that holds four tumblers or travel mugs upside down. You can also pop the water collection tray into the dishwasher.  

Angled Measuring Cup Set

OXO’s Good Grips line includes an angled measuring cup with top-view measurement markings to easily gauge the quantity as you pour. (“A must for any home chef,” as reviewers rave.) It’s among our editors’ favorites and has wooed thousands of Amazon shoppers, too. The 3-piece set includes 1, 2, and 4 cups. 

Brew Single-Serve Pour-Over Coffee Maker

If you’re the only person who drinks drip in your house, you might feel guilty about pouring out the rest of the batch. Swap to a personal coffee maker instead — OXO’s pour-over version, which brews up to 12 ounces, is even sleek enough to keep on your desk. It earns it a 4.7-star rating among thousands of pleased shoppers. 

Twisting Jar Opener

Personally, one of my largest time-wasters in the kitchen is opening jars — and no, I won’t ask someone else. This jar-opening gadget is atop my holiday wishlist: OXO’s tool molds to different lid sizes with its sharp layer of “teeth,” getting into the grooves of bottle lids and textured jars. Considering all the time (and wrist pain) you’re likely to save, the $17 price tag is well worth it.

Steady Paper Towel Holder

One of the worst parts of post-dinner cleanup is a wobbly paper towel holder — and OXO solves this everyday annoyance. The spring-loaded arm and weighted, non-slip base impressed our test team, and Amazon shoppers say it allows them to grab towels with one hand. 

Y-Peeler

If you’re frequently reaching for a vegetable peeler, wrist comfort is likely a top priority. (Especially after the holiday cooking season.) OXO’s version is designed with your sore wrists and hands in mind — the grippy base is chunkier than others on the market, which shoppers declare helps them power through marathon prep sessions.