A pineapple corer lets you remove the core and cut the flesh into rings in one pass, leaving the shell intact. Most designs twist into the fruit, and a few add a ratcheting knob or an eye remover for the brown spots.
The six tools below range from a ratcheting OXO to a two-piece corer set. Sizes, materials and cleaning notes come from each listing page. We have not used these tools ourselves. Warranty and dishwasher claims are the makers’ own.
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What to Look For
| Feature | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Depth guide | Marks or a stop help you avoid piercing the shell base |
| Handle | A turning knob or T-grip affects how much force you need |
| Blade size | Match the tool to the pineapple size, as some makers advise |
| Cleaning | Detachable parts and dishwasher-safe claims save time |
| Extras | Eye removers and apple corers add value only if you use them |
Specs at a Glance
| Corer | Size and build | Cutting | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| OXO | 10.25 in; stainless steel | Ratcheting knob; depth marks | Parts separate; dishwasher safe |
| Zulay | 9.65 x 4.13 in; stainless steel | Core and rings; eye remover tool | Detachable handle; lifetime warranty (maker) |
| Norpro 5132 | 9.25 x 3.5 in; steel with nylon handle | Best for 3 to 4 lb fruit | Size range from the listing |
| Deiss PRO | 9.33 x 3.7 in; stainless steel | Twist in, pull out, push rings off | Detachable handle; lifetime warranty (maker) |
| Amazon Basics | 9.5 x 3.8 x 3.4 in; steel and plastic | Pineapple corer plus apple corer | Two-piece set; dishwasher safe |
| WMF | Listed 3.15 x 1.18 in (unclear) | Even rings without stems | Cromargan 18/10; dishwasher safe |
The 6 Best Pineapple Corers
1. OXO Good Grips Pineapple Corer and Slicer
A 10.25 inch tool with a ratcheting non-slip knob that turns continuously without changing grip, measurement marks on the shaft to help you stop before the shell base, and parts that separate for cleaning. The maker says it fits most pineapple sizes and is dishwasher safe.
Suits: a cook who wants a ratcheting knob. Strengths: a ratchet and depth marks. Weaknesses: more parts to handle. Skip it if you want one fixed piece.
View OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Pineapple Corer and Slicer on Amazon
2. Zulay Kitchen Pineapple Corer and Slicer
A 9.65 by 4.13 inch stainless steel tool that comes with a pineapple eye remover. The listing describes a detachable ergonomic handle, dishwasher-safe parts and a lifetime warranty from the maker.
Suits: a corer with an eye remover. Strengths: an eye tool and a warranty claim. Weaknesses: claims are the maker’s own. Skip it if you want a ratchet knob.
View Zulay Kitchen Stainless Steel Pineapple Corer and Slicer – Black on Amazon
3. Norpro 5132 Pineapple Corer and Slicer
A 9.25 inch tool with a nylon handle and a stainless steel body and blade. The listing says it works best with 3 to 4 pound pineapples and aims for uniform slices with minimal waste.
Suits: a mid-size pineapple. Strengths: a simple one-piece build. Weaknesses: a size range is advised. Skip it if you cut very large fruit.
View Norpro 5132 Pineapple Corer and Slicer, Gray on Amazon
4. Deiss PRO Pineapple Corer
A 9.33 by 3.7 inch stainless steel corer with a detachable handle. The listing describes a twist-in, pull-out method, then pushing the rings off, and says the rings can be cut into pieces like a pizza. A lifetime warranty is stated by the maker.
Suits: a twist-and-pull routine. Strengths: a detachable handle and a warranty claim. Weaknesses: listing text is long and wordy. Skip it if you want a depth guide.
5. Amazon Basics Pineapple and Apple Corer Set
A two-piece set: a pineapple corer at 9.5 by 3.8 by 3.4 inches and an apple corer at 7.4 by 3.9 by 1 inches, in stainless steel with a plastic handle. The listing says both are dishwasher safe and the pineapple tool has a detachable handle.
Suits: a buyer who also cores apples. Strengths: two tools in one set. Weaknesses: the apple tool is a side item. Skip it if you only want a pineapple tool.
6. WMF Pineapple Cutter
A cutter in Cromargan 18/10 stainless steel and plastic. The listing says it removes the flesh completely from the fruit, cuts even rings without stems and is dishwasher safe. The listed dimensions (3.15 by 1.18 inches) look too small for the whole tool, so check the size before you order.
Suits: a cook who likes a German brand. Strengths: 18/10 steel and even rings. Weaknesses: the listed size is unclear. Skip it if you need exact dimensions.
View WMF Pineapple Cutter on Amazon
Care and Setup
- Trim the crown and base before you twist the tool in.
- Use the measurement marks, where there are any, to stop short of the shell base.
- Pull the corer out slowly and slide the rings off the blade.
- Wash the blade by hand or follow the maker’s dishwasher note.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Pressing in at an angle, which skews the rings.
- Using a small tool on a very large pineapple.
- Leaving fruit on the blade after use.
- Skipping the maker’s size advice.
Pineapple Corer FAQ
Do I need to peel the pineapple first?
No. These tools cut the flesh away from the shell, and a few add an eye remover for spots left behind.
Are all of them dishwasher safe?
Most listings say so, but the Norpro listing does not state it, so wash that one by hand to be safe.
The Short Version
For a ratcheting knob, the OXO. For an eye remover and a warranty, the Zulay. For 3 to 4 pound fruit, the Norpro. For a twist-and-pull tool, the Deiss. For an apple corer too, the Amazon Basics set. For 18/10 steel, the WMF.
