A salad spinner washes greens and then spins them dry, so dressing clings to the leaves instead of pooling in the bowl. The basket usually works as a colander too, and the clear bowl often doubles as a serving dish. The main choices are capacity, how the spin is driven and what the bowl is made of.
The six spinners below range from a 3 quart knob model to a 7.43 quart pump model, with one glass bowl option. Sizes, capacities and features come from each product’s listing page. We have not used these spinners ourselves. Warranty and material statements are the makers’ own.
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What to Look For
| Feature | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Capacity | A 3 quart bowl fits a small salad; larger bowls take a whole head of lettuce |
| Drive | A pump is one-handed; a knob or crank needs a hand on the lid |
| Brake | A brake button stops the basket so you can lift out the greens |
| Bowl material | Plastic is lighter; glass is heavier and looks good on the table |
| Storage | A pump lock or nesting parts save cabinet room |
Specs at a Glance
| Spinner | Capacity | Drive | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| OXO 6.22 Qt | 6.22 qt | One-handed pump | Brake; non-skid base; storage lock; 6.75 x 10.25 x 10.25 in |
| OXO Glass | 6.22 qt | One-handed pump | Borosilicate glass bowl; 3.23 lb; 7.32 x 12.05 x 12.28 in |
| KitchenAid Universal | 7.43 qt | Soft-touch pump | Brake; lock; nesting pieces; 10.63 x 10.63 x 6.69 in |
| Amazon Basics | 4.2 qt | Spin knob | Stop feature; draining holes on top; hand wash |
| Cuisinart CTG-00-SSAS | 3 qt | Spin knob | Drains without removing the lid; lid lock; 1.49 lb |
| Farberware Pro Pump | 6.65 qt bowl, 5.25 qt basket | One-handed pump | Brake button; nonslip base; plastic; 10.31 x 10.31 x 7.44 in |
The 6 Best Salad Spinners
1. OXO Good Grips 6.22 Qt Salad Spinner
A 6.22 quart plastic spinner with a one-handed pump, a brake button, a non-skid base and a storage lock that holds the pump flush with the lid. The listing says the basket works as a colander and the bowl as a serving dish. It measures 6.75 by 10.25 by 10.25 inches and weighs 2.5 pounds.
Suits: a full head of lettuce at a time. Strengths: a pump, a brake and a storage lock. Weaknesses: a tall body for low shelves. Skip it if you only wash a handful of leaves.
View OXO Good Grips 6.22 Qt Salad Spinner, Vegetable Washer with Bowl and Strainer on Amazon
2. OXO Good Grips Glass Salad Spinner
The same 6.22 quart pump design with a borosilicate glass bowl. The listing says the weight of the glass keeps the spinner steady, the lid comes apart for cleaning and all parts are top-rack dishwasher safe. It weighs 3.23 pounds and measures 7.32 by 12.05 by 12.28 inches.
Suits: serving straight from the bowl. Strengths: a glass bowl and a pump with a brake. Weaknesses: heavier than the plastic version. Skip it if you want the lightest option.
View OXO Good Grips Glass Salad Spinner, Large 6.22-Qt, Lettuce and Fruit Washer on Amazon
3. KitchenAid Universal Salad Spinner
A 7.43 quart spinner, the largest here, with a soft-touch pump, a brake button, a lock that holds the pump in the lid and pieces that nest for storage. The bowl has a nonslip base. It measures 10.63 by 10.63 by 6.69 inches and weighs 2.9 pounds.
Suits: big batches for a family. Strengths: the largest capacity and nesting parts. Weaknesses: a wide footprint. Skip it if cabinet space is tight.
View KitchenAid Universal Salad Spinner, 7.43 Quart, Charcoal Gray on Amazon
4. Amazon Basics Salad Spinner
A 4.2 quart spinner driven by a knob, with a stop feature, a non-skid base and straining holes on top so water drains without lifting the cover. The listing says the basket doubles as a colander and the bowl can be used for serving and storing. It measures 9.8 by 9.5 by 7 inches and weighs 1.64 pounds. Hand wash only.
Suits: a mid-size bowl with a knob. Strengths: light and top draining. Weaknesses: hand wash only. Skip it if you want a dishwasher-safe set.
5. Cuisinart Salad Spinner, 3 Quart
A compact 3 quart spinner with a spin knob, a lid lock, a non-skid base and a clear bowl that doubles as a serving bowl. Water can be added and drained without removing the lid. It measures 8.25 by 6.75 by 8.25 inches, weighs 1.49 pounds and carries a lifetime warranty according to the maker.
Suits: one or two people. Strengths: the smallest and lightest here. Weaknesses: a small basket. Skip it if you wash large heads of lettuce.
6. Farberware Pro Pump Spinner
A plastic pump spinner with a 6.65 quart bowl and a 5.25 quart basket, a brake button and a nonslip base. The listing says it works with one hand, the basket can be used alone as a colander and the bowl can be used for serving. It measures 10.31 by 10.31 by 7.44 inches.
Suits: family-size salads with a pump. Strengths: a large bowl and basket. Weaknesses: the listing gives 6.6 quart in the title and 6.65 quart in the text. Skip it if you want glass.
Care and Setup
- Check each listing for dishwasher guidance; the Amazon Basics is hand wash only.
- Take the lid apart for washing where the design allows it.
- Dry the basket before storing so it does not hold water.
- Use a damp towel under the base if the counter is slick.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Overfilling the basket, which leaves leaves wet.
- Choosing a size by habit instead of by how much you wash.
- Ignoring storage height when the spinner sits in a cabinet.
- Assuming every part goes in the dishwasher.
Salad Spinner FAQ
Pump or knob?
A pump works with one hand and has a brake. A knob needs a hand to turn it and a hand to hold the bowl. Both appear here.
Can the bowl be used for serving?
Each listing says the bowl can be used for serving or storing greens.
The Short Version
For a full-size pump, the OXO 6.22 Qt. For a glass bowl, the OXO Glass. For the largest capacity, the KitchenAid. For a knob with top draining, the Amazon Basics. For a small bowl, the Cuisinart. For a big pump set, the Farberware.
