The Most Versatile Silicone Spatula on the Market

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Equipment expert Adam Ried discusses the best silicone spatulas on the market.

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  4. As a person who used lots and lots of spatula there recommendation was so BS. The DI ORO – Large Silicone Spatula is so uncomfortable to use because it lacks the support at the handle so the spatula gets so wobbly and would never recommend it to anyone. my suggestion would be Vollrath 10", 13" High Heat Silicone Spatula. Do not let them fool you that's not a good spatula.

  7. 1:20 It depends on the diameter of the vessel you're using the spatula in. An angled blade is more comfortable when you have room to angle it (working in a large bowl, sauté pan, etc.), because you don't have to hold it perfectly vertical, thus you don't have to raise your arm quite as high. A flat blade is better when the space is tight – small saucepans, jars, etc. I wouldn't use the same size spatula in both situations anyway. Get a small, narrow spatula with a flat blade and a larger, wider spatula with an angled blade specifically for cooking.

  8. The first time he picked up that black on for comparison I thought it would be the winner; the second time, it was obvious. My own favorite spatula is a Pyrex Professional from about 15 years ago; there are bites out of the edges from a guest tangling with a blender (I think), but I love it and despair of what happens when it is eventually unusable. It is the only spatula I've found with a great balance between flexibility and rigidity, and it has a super thin edge that is a DREAM to scrape batter out of bowls with. Now, it is flawed in that it is like spatula on the end in the video (see 1:47, a beat early so you can hear Adam's high pitched squeaky setup): it has a core with the ridges so dough doesn't scrape off of it so quickly, but I don't mind because that amazing edge scrapes my bowls clean the first time. Every other spatula I've bought has fallen short in that regard. I now have a utensil jar of spatulas I almost never use.

    Can anyone tell me if that Rubbermaid scraper is as good as they say? I need a backup for Old Faithful, which was discontinued years ago before I realized I should pick up extras.

  11. N=1, but I much preferred the long-form version of this ATK posted three years ago. The detailed explanation of the testing methodology was a lot more interesting than banter which feels very forced

  16. I bought these based on the earlier review: my wooden spoons were due for replacement and I was looking at alternatives.

    Overall I'm please with them, BUT the stainless steel spine inside has a drawback. When cooking dishes which need frequent stirring, I would leave a wooden spoon in the pot. Doing so with these silicon spatulas almost burnt my hand.

    The metal spine still manages to heat up, and then holds its heat.

  22. The winning spatula I got off amazon 3 years ago it didn't have the branding I chose after watchingva similar video on Americas test kitchen. BTW the honorable mention & last times winner wasn't in that video.

  26. I had purchased my oxo spatula based on a previous video you posted. Best. Spatula. Ever. It looks exactly like the black one you recommend in the video so maybe they rebranded? Either way, thank you for posting these videos!

  29. I put the Di Oro spatulas on my wedding registry when I got married 2 years ago, they are hands down the best spatulas I've used and can't recommend them enough. It's nice not having to worry about crud getting stuck inbetween the handle and the head, the weight is just perfect, and they just do an outstanding job.

  34. My spatula came from the Dollar Tree and it was made by Betty Crocker! Works great every time. Soft for folding and stirring. My other one is more firm for cooking and stirring. $11 bucks is just ridiculous!

  39. I don't get why this spatula continues to be recommended. That metal core is SO bendable. I can bend that spatula into a 90 degree angle in no time with not very stiff material. So much so that the three I have are almost unusable for more than just soft materials. The GIR spatula they tested but didn't reference is tough as nails. I can fold cookie dough no problem. The DiOro would be V-shaped in no time. I've been a subscriber for years and this is one of the only product reviews that I feel you get completely wrong.

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