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Best Apple Peelers

Updated June 2018
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BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
Bottom Line
Pros
Cons
Best of the Best
Purelite
Cast Iron Apple Slicing Coring and Peeling
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Bottom Line

The Purelite does it all, from coring to peeling to slicing. Straightforward instructions, but we recommend adult use only because of the super-sharp blades.

Pros

Heavy-duty cast-iron construction and exceptionally sharp blades. Peels an average apple in less than 30 seconds. Easy to clean and store.

Cons

Challenging to stabilize on certain surfaces. Can cut too deeply into apples. Does not work well with larger or irregularly shaped apples.

Spiralizer
Cast Magnesium Apple/Potato Peeler
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Bottom Line

We like the clean, simple line of the Spiralizer apple peeler. It's not quite as heavy as the cast-iron contenders, but some may find that a good thing. Extremely versatile.

Pros

Also peels potatoes, squash, and other popular vegetables. Does not require much hand strength. Spiral cuts are possible.

Cons

Peeling function can stop working unexpectedly. Suction grip is variable. Lightweight metal blades –not durable.

Victorio Kitchen Products
Cast Iron, Suction Base
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Bottom Line

For those who dread the idea of a heavy cast-iron kitchen tool, the Johnny Apple Peeler is one to consider. It won't budge on most counters, and does a good job with many different sizes and varieties of apples.

Pros

Can handle apples of all different sizes and shapes. Suction cup is exceptionally sturdy. Lightweight and easy to clean.

Cons

Doesn't work well with other types of fruits or vegetables. Set up and operation can be complicated. Some reports of early rusting.

Starfrit
Rotato Express - Electric Peeler
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Bottom Line

The Rotato Express from Starfrit is an electric peeler at a manual peeler's price point. Busy home cooks will enjoy the reduced prep time, along with the easy clean up and storage.

Pros

Peels fruits and vegetables very quickly. Hands-free electric operation. Blade is very durable, and replacement is included.

Cons

May work better with potatoes than apples. Some manual peeling still required. Setup is a finicky process.

Best Bang for the Buck
Precision Kitchenware
Stainless Steel Apple Peeler Corer and Slicer
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Bottom Line

While not as heavy as a cast-iron apple peeler, this model from Precision Kitchenware uses high-quality stainless-steel blades to peel, core, and slice apples quickly. Easy to assemble, easy to clean, and easy to store.

Pros

Extremely fast peeling time (10 seconds per apple). Suction base is very secure. Straightforward assembly with only one screw attachment.

Cons

Assembly instructions are vague. Does not work well with softer or irregular apples. Some components may seem cheaply made and be prone to failure.

How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

  • 17 Models Considered
  • 6 Hours Researched
  • 1 Experts Interviewed
  • 127 Consumers Consulted
    • Zero products received from manufacturers.

    We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

    Why trust BestReviews?
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
    The team that worked on this review
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      Chief Content Officer
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      Melinda
      Web Producer
    • Michael
      Michael
      Writer
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    Spiralizer

    Cast Magnesium Apple/Potato Peeler

    Spiralizer

    Cast Magnesium Apple/Potato Peeler

    We like the clean, simple line of the Spiralizer apple peeler. It's not quite as heavy as the cast-iron contenders, but some may find that a good thing. Extremely versatile.
    $18
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    Victorio Kitchen Products

    Cast Iron, Suction Base

    Victorio Kitchen Products

    Cast Iron, Suction Base

    For those who dread the idea of a heavy cast-iron kitchen tool, the Johnny Apple Peeler is one to consider. It won't budge on most counters, and does a good job with many different sizes and varieties of apples.

    $18
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    Starfrit

    Rotato Express - Electric Peeler

    Starfrit

    Rotato Express - Electric Peeler

    The Rotato Express from Starfrit is an electric peeler at a manual peeler's price point. Busy home cooks will enjoy the reduced prep time, along with the easy clean up and storage.
    $19
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    Precision Kitchenware

    Stainless Steel Apple Peeler Corer and Slicer

    Precision Kitchenware

    Stainless Steel Apple Peeler Corer and Slicer

    While not as heavy as a cast-iron apple peeler, this model from Precision Kitchenware uses high-quality stainless-steel blades to peel, core, and slice apples quickly. Easy to assemble, easy to clean, and easy to store.
    $14
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    Purelite

    Cast Iron Apple Slicing Coring and Peeling

    Purelite

    Cast Iron Apple Slicing Coring and Peeling

    The Purelite does it all, from coring to peeling to slicing. Straightforward instructions, but we recommend adult use only because of the super-sharp blades.
    $23