America's Test Kitchen credited its small teeth with pith-free lemon ribbons; the widest handle in this lineup steadies grip for cooks with limited hand strength.
EDITION 01·RESEARCHED 2026-07-16·3 SOURCES·REFRESH DUE 2027-01
SUBSTANCE SCORES
substance8.5/ 10
design6.0/ 10
value7.7/ 10
WHY THE PRICE IS JUSTIFIED
The value is in usable ergonomics—an etched cutting face plus a broad non-slip handle and foot—not branding. ATK found its small sharp teeth made delicate lemon ribbons without pith.
MATERIALS
BladeEtched stainless steel
Sharp, uniform teeth make fine zest and aromatics without the dull feel of cheap punched sheet.
Handle and footRubberized plastic composite
Provides wet-hand grip and a planted contact point.
CRITERIA
8/10
Blade Geometry
ATK praised delicate lemon ribbons without pith; it is less forceful on hard cheese than Microplane.
10/10
Grip Comfort
Wide soft handle is the defining ergonomic advantage.
9/10
Board Stability
Rubber foot stabilizes the tool on board or bowl.
8/10
Surface Area
Enough usable length for ordinary rasp tasks.
8/10
Cleaning Ease
Dishwasher-safe, though fine residue can sit behind teeth.
8/10
Build Durability
Stainless blade is durable; plastic will not match an all-metal tool indefinitely.
9/10
Safe Storage
Includes a snap-on protective cover.
IDEAL FOR
·Sensitive hands
·Lemon and lime zest
·Garlic and ginger
·Low-cost everyday use
NOT FOR
·Heavy batches of hard cheese
·People wanting an all-metal body
DESIGN & ERGONOMICS
The widest, most hand-friendly handle here; excellent for hand fatigue or reduced grip confidence. Clean, unpretentious industrial styling.
LONGEVITY
Keep the cover on and favor hand washing to slow cosmetic wear of the plastic; blade itself should give years of domestic use.