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Our pick
Kuhn Rikon Original Swiss Peeler
Best Y-shaped peeler
Preferred by pros, the super lightweight Kuhn Rikon’s extra-sharp blade and bargain price are worth the cheap plastic casing and minor rust buildup.
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*At the time of publishing, the price was $4.
The Kuhn Rikon Original Swiss Peeler excelled at peeling just about every type of fruit or vegetable we tested it with, including eggplant and carrots. It’s universally loved among the food industry experts we spoke with, who praised its sharpness and consistency. They also liked its durability—some of them had been using the same Kuhn Rikon peeler for years, with no plans to replace it anytime soon.
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Our pick
OXO Good Grips Pro Swivel Peeler
Best straight swivel peeler
This heavy and durable straight swivel model peels efficiently and tackles hard-to-get crevices with its handy potato eyer.
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May be out of stock
*At the time of publishing, the price was $13.
The OXO Good Grips Pro Swivel Peeler won us over with its build quality and comfortable silicone handle. It did an exceptional job of peeling lemons and parmesan without clogging, and it has stayed sharp after months of testing.
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Our pick
Kuhn Rikon Original Swiss Peeler
Best Y-shaped peeler
Preferred by pros, the super lightweight Kuhn Rikon’s extra-sharp blade and bargain price are worth the cheap plastic casing and minor rust buildup.
Buying Options
*At the time of publishing, the price was $4.
Our pick
OXO Good Grips Pro Swivel Peeler
Best straight swivel peeler
This heavy and durable straight swivel model peels efficiently and tackles hard-to-get crevices with its handy potato eyer.
Buying Options
May be out of stock
*At the time of publishing, the price was $13.
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