Microplane
Microplane Gourmet Series Fine Grater
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Cuisipro
Cuisipro 4-Sided Box Grater
upgradeWirecutter named it the sharpest, most versatile box grater tested; four etched faces and a rubberized removable base handle both zest and coarse shreds.
$35 typical
EDITION 01RESEARCHED 2026-07-163 SOURCESREFRESH DUE 2027-01
SUBSTANCE SCORES
substance8.1/ 10
design7.0/ 10
value7.8/ 10
WHY THE PRICE IS JUSTIFIED
Independent labs’ repeated praise is for tangible engineering: sharp etched faces, Surface Glide grooves, ergonomic top handle, and a grippy detachable base. This is performance value, not a prestige purchase.
MATERIALS
Blade faces and bodyStainless steel with etched blades
Sharp faces make cleaner, airier shreds than basic stamped box graters.
Top handle and detachable baseRubberized plastic
Improve grip and prevent counter skating.
CRITERIA
9/10
Blade Geometry
Wirecutter called it the sharpest and most versatile box grater tested.
9/10
Grip Comfort
Non-slip rubber-coated top handle reduces fatigue.
8/10
Board Stability
Rubberized detachable base holds it steady.
9/10
Surface Area
Four full working faces suit larger prep.
7/10
Cleaning Ease
Open box and removable base help, but sharp multi-faces still need careful washing.
8/10
Build Durability
Rigid stainless construction with quality base and handle.
3/10
Safe Storage
No full blade guard; store where exposed faces cannot snag hands.
IDEAL FOR
- ·Cheese and vegetable batches
- ·One-tool kitchens
- ·Citrus plus coarse/medium shredding
NOT FOR
- ·Soft mozzarella
- ·Drawer storage where an unguarded box is unsafe
DESIGN & ERGONOMICS
A serious but not overbuilt box; rounded rubber contact points and a removable base make a traditionally awkward object notably friendlier.
LONGEVITY
Robust stainless construction; hand wash and dry to protect sharp etched faces. No replaceable parts or guard.
PRODUCT PHOTOS
EVIDENCE (3)
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