We compared two stainless steel kitchen colanders: the KitchenCraft Footed Stainless Steel Colander and the OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Colander.
What we looked at
Build, handles, stability, capacity, and price.
The verdict
If you want a plain, dishwasher-safe stainless steel colander with riveted twin handles at the lowest price, the KitchenCraft is the pick at £6.98. If you would rather pay £14.61 more for a 2.8L colander with non-slip handles, three stabilising feet and the ability to nest in mixing bowls, the OXO Good Grips is the alternative, at £21.59.
A £6.98 24.5cm stainless steel colander with a footed base and riveted twin handles.
A £21.59 2.8L colander with non-slip handles and three stabilising feet.
KitchenCraft Footed Stainless Steel Colander with Riveted Double Handles, 24.5cm — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a stainless steel colander measuring 24.5cm (9.5 inches) wide, with riveted twin handles, a stable footed base and large draining holes for pasta and vegetables. Described as rust resistant and dishwasher safe, weighing 0.22kg, with 12 months of manufacturer coverage. Carries 4.5 stars from 935 ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Far cheaper than the OXO on these listings, at £6.98
- Riveted twin handles and a footed base for stability
- Large draining holes
- Dishwasher safe, with 12 months of manufacturer coverage
Worth knowing
- No stated capacity in litres, unlike the OXO's 2.8L
- Plain handles with no non-slip grip stated
Best for
- Buyers who want a simple colander at the lowest price
- Anyone who wants a dishwasher-safe, footed design
- Those who want a lightweight 0.22kg colander
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want non-slip handles
- Anyone who wants a colander that nests in mixing bowls
OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Colander, 2.8L — Non-Slip Handles
Intended for: Marketed as a 2.8L stainless steel colander with generously sized non-slip handles, a perforated draining design, three stabilising feet at the base and a dishwasher-safe finish. The listing says it nests in mixing bowls for straining and storage and is covered by the OXO Better Guarantee. Carries 4.6 stars from 799 ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Non-slip handles listed
- Three feet for stability in the sink and on the counter
- Nests in mixing bowls for straining and storage
- Slightly higher star rating than the KitchenCraft (4.6 vs 4.5)
Worth knowing
- Costs £14.61 more than the KitchenCraft on these listings
- Smaller review history (799 ratings vs 935)
Best for
- Buyers who want non-slip handles
- Anyone who wants a stated 2.8L capacity
- Those who like the OXO guarantee
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who only needs a basic colander
