We compared two large washing up bowls: the Addis Large Rectangular Washing Up Bowl and the ASelected Stainless Steel Washing Up Bowl.
What we looked at
Material, capacity, handles, size, and price. Both listings give slightly inconsistent figures, noted below.
The verdict
If you want a UK-made plastic bowl with raised handles and a 10 year guarantee at the lowest price, the Addis is the pick at £6.48. If you would rather pay £21.01 more for a plastic-free 304 stainless steel bowl, the ASelected is the alternative, at £27.49.
A £6.48 39 x 32 x 14cm bowl with handles and a 10 year guarantee.
A £27.49 plastic-free 304 stainless steel 10 litre bowl.
Addis 517935 Large Rectangular 10 Litre Washing Up Bowl with Handles (Metallic Silver) — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a large rectangular washing up bowl measuring 39 x 32 x 14cm with raised lifting handles, made in the UK with a 10 year Addis guarantee and available in 17 colours. The title says 10 litre while a bullet says 9.5 litre capacity. Carries 4.7 stars from 13.4K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Far cheaper than the ASelected on these listings, at £6.48
- Raised handles for lifting and pouring
- Made in the UK with a 10 year guarantee
- Very large review history (13.4K ratings)
Worth knowing
- Plastic rather than stainless steel
- Listing gives capacity as both 10 litre and 9.5 litre
Best for
- Buyers who want a low-cost everyday bowl
- Anyone who wants a stated guarantee
- Those who want a choice of colours
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want a plastic-free bowl
- Anyone who wants a metal finish
ASelected Washing Up Bowl, 304 Stainless Steel, 10 Litre, Plastic Free — Stainless Steel
Intended for: Marketed as a plastic-free 304 stainless steel 10 litre washing up bowl with a mirror-polished inside, described as a durable alternative to plastic bowls and usable as a mixing bowl. The title gives 33 x 33 x 13cm while a bullet gives 30 x 30 x 13cm. Carries 4.5 stars from 666 ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- 304 stainless steel and plastic free
- Mirror-polished interior
- Can also serve as a mixing bowl
- Described as built to last
Worth knowing
- Costs £21.01 more than the Addis on these listings
- Listing gives its size inconsistently (33 vs 30cm)
- Smaller review history (666 vs 13.4K ratings)
Best for
- Buyers who want a plastic-free bowl
- Anyone who wants a stainless steel finish
- Those who want a long-lasting bowl
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants lifting handles
