Best Apple Peelers

Updated February 2019
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Pros
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Best of the Best
Spiralizer
Cast Magnesium Apple/Potato Peeler
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Bottom Line

We like the clean, simple line of the extremely versatile Spiralizer apple peeler.

Pros

Also peels potatoes, squash, and other popular vegetables. Does not require much hand strength. Spiral cuts are possible. It's not quite as heavy as the cast iron contenders.

Cons

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

Victorio Kitchen Products
Cast Iron, Clamp Base
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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, textures, and shapes. Suction cup or clamp options are both exceptionally sturdy. Lightweight and easy to clean. Cast iron.

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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An electric peeler for busy home cooks or those who lack hand strength.

Pros

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

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

This model uses high-quality stainless steel blades to peel, core, and slice apples quickly.

Pros

Extremely fast peeling time (10 seconds per apple). Suction base is very secure. Straightforward assembly with only one screw attachment. Easy to assemble, clean, and store.

Cons

Assembly instructions are vague. Does not work well with softer or irregular shaped apples.

Kitchen Basics®
Professional Grade Apple Peeler, Slicer & Corer
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Bottom Line

A basic yet versatile peeler that's easy to use and affordable. However, it's not the most stable or durable on our list.

Pros

Constructed of metal, but isn't too heavy. Earns praise from owners for peeling most apples fast and effectively. Also peels other fruits and vegetables.

Cons

Suction doesn't adhere very well to some surfaces. Instructions lack detail. Very firm fruit or veggies will challenge it.

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?
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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.

Apple peelers range from hand crank mechanisms to electric peelers that get the job done quickly. Many can also be used to peel other similarly-shaped fruits and vegetables like potatoes. Most hand cranks attach to a countertop or table via suction and can also core an apple as well. Some are lightweight but others are made of heavier materials like cast iron. These types of peelers do require some hand and arm strength, however, which makes electric peelers a better option for some people. Electric peelers are entirely hands-free – just place the cutters in the right positions and turn the unit on.

The team that worked on this review
  • Elaine
    Elaine
    Writer
  • Melinda
    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 extremely versatile Spiralizer apple peeler.

$24
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Victorio Kitchen Products

Cast Iron, Clamp Base

Victorio Kitchen Products

Cast Iron, Clamp Base

Won't budge on most counters, and does a good job with many different sizes and varieties of apples.

$22
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Starfrit

Rotato Express - Electric Peeler

Starfrit

Rotato Express - Electric Peeler

An electric peeler for busy home cooks or those who lack hand strength.
$19
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Precision Kitchenware

Stainless Steel Apple Peeler Corer and Slicer

Precision Kitchenware

Stainless Steel Apple Peeler Corer and Slicer

This model uses high-quality stainless steel blades to peel, core, and slice apples quickly.

$12
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Kitchen Basics®

Professional Grade Apple Peeler, Slicer & Corer

Kitchen Basics®

Professional Grade Apple Peeler, Slicer & Corer

A basic yet versatile peeler that's easy to use and affordable. However, it's not the most stable or durable on our list.
$14

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