8 of the best potato ricers for baby food 2024
WHAT IS A POTATO RICER AND WHY IS IT USEFUL FOR WEANING?
A potato ricer is an electricity-free blender. They are designed for making creamy mashed potatoes but are also ideal for creating vegetable and fruit purées for babies. Just place the food in the basket and press it down over a bowl or pan.
Alternatively, use a blender, fork or potato masher.
The features to look out for
Pressing mechanism: Some have been designed to make pressing easier and more powerful.
Material: Most are made from stainless steel. Silicone handles will give you a non-slip, comfortable grip.
Hook: These are on the end of the ricer and are used to hold it in place on the bowl.
Cleaning: Some are dishwasher safe and some have a removable basket for easy hand washing.
WHICH ARE THE BEST POTATO RICERS TO BUY?
This list has been narrowed down to the very best with thorough research and the following considered:
Consumer reviews
Best-seller lists
Recommendations from industry experts
Award-winning products
Personal experience and the products loved by other parents.
The list is updated annually. It was last updated on 6 February 2024.
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1. CHEF’N FRESHFORCE POTATO RICER
Dual gear mechanism for increased pressing power.
Fits over bowls to minimise mess.
Plastic handles and a stainless steel basket, which can be removed for easy cleaning.
Dishwasher safe.
BPA-free.
32L x 9W x 12H cm
2. JOSEPH JOSEPH HELIX POTATO RICER
This ricer has an innovative twisting mechanism to multiply force. The push is horizontal rather than vertical which makes for an easier and more comfortable squeeze.
Made from nylon with a removable stainless steel basket.
BPA free
Dishwasher safe.
26.5L x 9W x 9.4H cm
3. ANPRO POTATO RICER
Made from stainless steel with soft, non-slip silicone padding on the handles.
Dishwasher safe.
28.5L x 9W x 12H cm
4. OXO GOOD GRIPS POTATO RICER
Stainless steel with soft silicone on the handles, making it easy to grip.
There is also a silicone non-slip hook that fits onto the edge of a bowl to hold it in place.
It has a hole to hang it up.
Dishwasher safe.
29.2L x 11.4H cm
5. GRUNWERG POTATO RICER
Made from high-quality, durable stainless steel.
Dishwasher safe, although hand washing is recommended to prolong the life of the ricer.
Ergonomic silicone handles.
28L x 8W x 10H cm
Made by a family company in Sheffield, that was established in 1945.
6. VONSHEF POTATO RICER
Made from stainless steel with silicone handles.
Dishwasher safe.
32 x 10.41 x 13.21 cm
7. John Lewis stainless steel potato ricer
Stainless steel ricer with a comfortable, easy-to-grip handle.
Hand wash only.
Measures H14 x W10 x D30cm.
One-year guarantee included.
8. KITCHENCRAFT MASTERCLASS POTATO RICER
From Kitchencraft’s premium brand, Masterclass, this ricer is made from durable stainless steel.
It features a saucepan rest to keep it in place when pressing.
Dishwasher safe.
31cm long.
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