We compared two dish drainer racks: the Kitsure Space-Saving Dish Drainer Rack and the Utoplike Teak Wooden Dish Rack.
What we looked at
Material, capacity, drainage, storage, and price.
The verdict
If you want a compact, rust-resistant stainless steel drainer with a rotating water outlet and cutlery holder, the Kitsure is the pick at £16.99. If you would rather pay £10.01 more for a 2-tier teak wood rack with 15 plate slots, the Utoplike is the alternative, at £27.00.
A £16.99 stainless steel drainer measuring 39.6 x 30.5 x 12.4cm.
A £27.00 collapsible 2-tier teak rack with 15 slots.
Kitsure Space-Saving Dish Drainer Rack with Cutlery Holder (Large, Black) — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a stainless steel dish drainer with a cutlery holder and a drain tray with a water outlet that rotates in three directions, measuring 39.6 x 30.5 x 12.4cm, described as space-saving and rust-resistant. Carries 4.5 stars from 14.7K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the Utoplike on these listings, at £16.99
- Stainless steel body described as rust-resistant
- Rotating water outlet in three directions
- Very large review history (14.7K ratings)
Worth knowing
- Compact size gives less capacity than the Utoplike's 15 slots
- Metal look rather than a wooden finish
Best for
- Buyers with limited counter space
- Anyone who wants the lower price
- Those who want a cutlery holder included
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want a wooden rack
- Anyone who needs the most plate slots
Utoplike Teak Wooden Dish Rack, 2 Tier with Cup Holder — Teak 2-Tier
Intended for: Marketed as a 2-tier teak wood dish rack with plates drying on the top tier and cups and bowls below, 15 plate slots, a cup holder, a collapsible design that needs no installation, and wood described as water and crack resistant. Carries 4.6 stars from 1.7K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- 2-tier design with 15 plate slots
- Teak wood described as water and crack resistant
- Collapsible with no installation
- Slightly higher star rating than the Kitsure (4.6 vs 4.5)
Worth knowing
- Costs £10.01 more than the Kitsure on these listings
- Wooden racks need more care around standing water
Best for
- Buyers who want a wooden look
- Anyone who needs more drying capacity
- Those who want a collapsible rack
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone short of counter space
