The best measuring spoons you can buy

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• The best measuring spoons are accurate, easy to read, have metric and US measurements, and will last you for the rest of your life. The 1Easylife 18/8 Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons are our top pick because they check all the boxes with their rust and corrosion resistant steel design. These spoons are dishwasher safe and feature engraved measurements that will not wear away.

My wife can toss in a little of this and a little of that and come up with a delectable dish. This boggles my mind. If you are like me, you rely on measuring spoons to ensure you get the flavors just right when following a recipe. After all, a half teaspoon of cayenne pepper can mean the difference between a delicious chili and an inedible nightmare.

Many of the best measuring spoons are built to last. They come with a lifetime guarantee to back up their sturdy construction. They are also comfortable to handle as you prepare several complex dishes simultaneously.

There are a few features you should look for in measuring spoons depending on your needs. For the most part, we have found that plastic models should be avoided. The main reason for this is that they are not generally dishwasher safe. The heat from the dishwasher (or just about anything else) will warp the spoon heads, and they will no longer be accurate. Plastic spoons also tend to break easier. And, they may seep toxic BPA into your food.

We also strongly recommend choosing sets with engraved measurements because painted on measurements tend to come off after a few washings, and you are left guessing the spoon sizes. For the above reasons, you will only find engraved stainless steel spoons on our list.

We combed through countless user and expert ratings and reviews of dozens of measuring spoon sets while researching our list. We settled on our top picks based on their design, accurate measurement, strong track record, and the manufacturer’s willingness to stand behind their product with a warranty or guarantee.

Although the 1Easylife 18/8 Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons are our pick for the best measuring spoon set, you might want to consider the Natizo Set of 8 Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons, the Spring Chef Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Metal Measuring Spoons, the Palada All in One Set of 7, 430 Stainless Steel Engraved Measuring Spoons, and the CIA Masters Collection 6 Piece Measuring Spoon Set.

The best measuring spoons overall

1EasyLife

Why you'll love them: The 1Easylife 18/8 Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons give you six spoons that are accurate, heavy duty, and wash up nicely.

The 1Easylife measuring spoon set consists of six spoons measuring 1/8 teaspoon, ¼ teaspoon, ½ teaspoon, 1 teaspoon, ½ tablespoon, and 1 tablespoon. They are made of high-grade, satin-brushed 18/8 stainless steel. The 18/8 stands for the 18% chromium and 8% nickel in the steel. Chromium is important because it protects the iron from rusting, and nickel makes the steel corrosion resistant. This basically means your spoons will last longer.

The spoon heads are rounded and cupped. The handles are weighted to avoid fumbling the instrument, and each spoon has its measurement engraved into the handle. Also, the measurements are listed in milliliters for effortless conversion.

Two expert review sites, BOOMS Beat and The Z8, rated the 1Easylife measuring spoons as the best measuring spoons on the market. BOOMS Beat gave the measuring spoons 9.08 out of 10 because they are long lasting, easy to clean, and accurate. The Z8 liked that they come with a 100% satisfaction guarantee and two-year warranty. Chip’s Reviews looked at 1Easylife’s measuring spoons and cups, and the reviewer appreciated that the spoons were sturdily constructed and that the D-ring is strong yet easy to open.

The 18/8 Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons have received five-star ratings from 88% of the reviewers on Amazon. For the most part, buyers found these instruments to be durable, accurate, and easy to clean. They liked that the spoons do not retain odors, which can be a problem when measuring minced garlic. There were a couple of complaints, though. One buyer didn’t like that the edges weren’t smooth, and therefore, they were not the most comfortable for the hand. Another reviewer wished there was a wider variety of measurements in the set.

Pros: Heavy duty, accurate, dishwasher safe, stainless steel

Cons: Only six measurements

Buy the 1Easylife 18/8 Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons on Amazon for $9.99 (originally $19.99)

The best measuring spoons for tiny measurements

Natizo

Why you'll love them: When you want accurate measurements for wet and dry ingredients in very small quantities like 1/16th of a teaspoon, the Natizo 8 Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons are your best option.

As the name suggests, the Natizo Set of 8 comes with eight measuring spoons on a stainless steel ring, which locks and unlocks easily. The spoons’ sizes are 1/16 teaspoon, 1/8 teaspoon, ¼ teaspoon, 1/3 teaspoon, ½ teaspoon, 1 teaspoon, ½ tablespoon, and 1 tablespoon. Each spoon has its metric equivalent listed in milliliters.

What sets these Natizo measuring spoons apart is the company’s 100% lifetime satisfaction guarantee. The company states that if at any time you are unhappy with your set, you can just let them know, and they will give you a hassle-free full refund.

Though there are plenty of expert reviews of older Natizo sets with fewer measuring spoons, there are few current reviews of this set, which was first available on Amazon in August of 2017. Both Offers.com and Cooking Detective ranked the Natizo Set of 8 at number two on their lists of the top five measuring spoons. Cooking Detective performed a more thorough review and liked that these spoons were inexpensive, accurate, and attractive. However, the reviewer did note that the handles were short and seemed to be made of thin metal.

More than 500 of the users who rated this Natizo measuring spoon set on Amazon gave it five stars. Reviewers were impressed with the fashionable box that the spoon come in. When it comes to more utilitarian comments, many buyers found that the machined spoons were made of sturdy steel, and they liked that both the American and metric measurements are engraved into the steel.

Pros: Accurate, eight measurements from 1/16 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon

Cons: Short handles

Buy the Natizo Set of 8 Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons on Amazon for $14.95 (originally $22.95)

The best measuring spoons for reaching into narrow-mouthed jars

Spring Chef

Why you'll love them: The Spring Chef Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Metal Measuring Spoons have a rectangular design that makes it easier to reach into containers with small mouths.

The Spring Chef set comes with six measuring spoons: 1/8 teaspoon, ¼ teaspoon, ½ teaspoon, ¾ teaspoon, 1 teaspoon, and 1 tablespoon. Each spoon is engraved with US and metric measurements (in milliliters). The instruments have ergonomically designed handles that are comfortable in your hand.

Though you can order this set with a more standard oval spoon head, the more popular option is the rectangular, flat-bottomed spoon set. Coupled with the long handle, it is easy to reach into narrow areas with this spoon, and you can set the spoon down without fear of the contents spilling. The manufacturer says it stands behind its products and that this set will be “perfect for life,” but the company stops short of offering any specific warranty or guarantee.

Warm Chef rated this set highly because it has US and metric measurements, is resistant to bending and rust, and it fits into jars with small mouths. The Z8 also liked the rectangular design and the fact that you can set the spoons on a counter without spilling. A Best Pro found the length of the spoons and the removable ring to be helpful. However, the reviewer would have preferred that the spoons had different colors.

Around 91% of the people on Amazon who reviewed the Spring Chef measuring spoons gave it a five-star rating. Buyers are thrilled with how easily these spoons fit into narrow jars. There were also several positive comments about how the set cleans easily in the dishwasher. Apparently, these spoons used to feature a ring that was made of an inferior steel that would rust, but the manufacturer has since fixed this. The main complaint is that the instruments do not nest well within each other.

Pros: Designed for small-mouthed containers, long handle, dishwasher safe

Cons: The spoons do not nest within each other

Buy the Spring Chef Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Metal Measuring Spoons (Rectangular) on Amazon for $9.97 (originally $19.99)

Buy the Spring Chef Measuring Spoons (Oval) on Amazon for $9.97 (originally $19.97)

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