Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

Overall this is a very good salad spinner. Be warned in advance, the small variant is only large enough for 1-2 salads worth of greens. I was more concerned about shelf space, so I'm happy to spin several batches, but for those concerned only with time saved, the larger version may suit your needs. I've included a photo with a normal 12-oz soda can to provide a size reference. The push mechanism (instead of a spinning handle) is convenient for storage, as it makes the overall footprint of the spinner smaller. It is also a better solution for those with grip issues (arthritis, for example), as the spinning mechanism is very easy to push down. You will get a good rotation speed, certainly enough to force most water off your produce, but it isn't as fast as the handle designs. While the spinner looks very good for an inexpensive kitchen gadget, there are a couple design "flaws" I would have liked to see fixed. First, the base is solid hard plastic. This results in very little traction between the spinner and your counter. Since most times your lettuce will not be perfectly balanced in the spinner, the smooth base doesn't dampen the spinner's wobble when in use. The rest of the spinner is completely smooth as well, so with wet hands there are not good places to grip and stabilize the spinner during use. These are minor complaints, and I would still recommend the spinner to anyone, especially those with grip-strength issues. Pros: - Clear plastic makes it easy to know when water is removed from produce - Large push button for spinner is easier to use than rotating handle for those with aging joints or grip-limiting injuries - Small size takes up less space in the cabinets - Lightweight, but doesn't feel cheap or fragile when in use - Quiet operation Cons: - Base is slippery on smooth counter tops - No texture on spinner makes it harder to stabilize with wet hands - Doesn't make lettuce taste as good as steak