OXO Good Grips Egg Beater
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I loved this egg beater and bought some as a gift for relatives. However, they all befell the same fate after a few months if light use due to a structural weakness in the design. See photo that shows where these all eventually break.
I tried repairing with some Testors plastic glue, but the point that the break occurs is too thin to adequately repair. It is a shame that these all have this design flaw, because it is otherwise the best egg beater there is. I look forward to a newer model where Oxo works out this issue.
These are advertised as dishwasher safe. They aren't. The bottom part actually shrank and no longer fits the top. Typical lousy product from this company. I've gone back to a metal one.
I usually love Oxo brand for their durability, however 5 months after using it fairly regularly (love homemade whip cream in my coffee) and solely hand wash since we do not own a dish washer. The plastic part supporting the metal whisks broke. For the cost and brand reputation this turned out to be a dud. Sad because I really liked that the handle pops off for easy cleaning and the upright handle is comfortable. I’m switching to an all stainless steel manual blender, I prefer it to buying more electric gadgets.
The second one of these mixers I purchased just broke today while I was mixing some eggs. When the first one broke I figured I was just using too much muscle on it. I bought a second one, and was careful with it. I think this thing needs to be in a play cook set for little girls, not in a real kitchen being used by grownups.
I LOVED everything about this and the fact that it came apart and was dishwasher safe. That made it 5 stars.. But I pulled it out of the dishwasher this morning to discover that part that detaches and goes into the dishwasher SHRUNK and now will not reattach to the part which spins. Making it completely unusable. I used it twice.
Price: US $19.99
Rating: 4.7 / 5.0 from 3 Reviews
Specification
Smoothly rotating gears are enclosed for protection and easy clean-up
Soft, comfortable, non-slip grips on turning knob and contoured handle
Beaters are elevated and continue to work while device rests on bottom of bowl
Sturdy stainless steel beaters can be removed for cleaning or for tasting
Base detaches from top and is dishwasher safe
Description
Product Packaging:Standard Packaging
Old-fashioned egg beaters have long been relied on for perfectly aerated egg whites and fluffy whipped cream. Now the OXO Good Grips Egg Beater combines the same dependable results with innovation and ease. The smoothly rotating gears are enclosed in the upright handle for protection and easy clean-up. The turning knob and contoured handle have a soft, comfortable, non-slip grip for easy operation even with wet hands. The two stainless steel Beaters can be removed for individual cleaning or to offer a taste of whipped confections. The base detaches by simply pressing two side buttons and can be tossed into the dishwasher. A stainless steel bridge extends slightly longer than the Beaters to rest against the bottom of the mixing bowl to reduce arm strain. Eggs, light batters, whipped cream and more are now such a breeze to whip up that even the next generation may want to take a turn.
I bought this hand beater to replace my old standard hand beater which had been in constant use since I was given it by my mother in 1970. Yes, nearly 50 years ago! The only reason I had to retire that one was because the gears finally froze up and I couldn’t fix them. Normally I like Oxo products, but this one is a sad replacement for the sturdy, fast and powerful old beater with its wide, flat blades which worked so much better than these wimpy wiry things. Not only that, it “stutters” in use, which makes me feel that the beater “blades” (a misnomer for sure) are hitting each other. Very clunky and I am not at all impressed. Will be looking around for better one.
I have yet to beat an egg (or anything) with this... because I'm still trying to imagine how to reattach the handle that literally FELL OFF as I was removing it from its packaging. Upon closer examination of its parts however, I'd say this thing is NOT designed or built to last. All its hardworking internal parts (gears and bearing surfaces) are plastic and flimsy. The beater assembly (and even the individual metal beaters) are detachable for easy cleaning. So that's good. If i can get the handle to stay on (glue and screws maybe?) I'll report back on its operation. But my first impression is that it would make a nice gift for a child who has cooking aspirations or wants to help in the kitchen. :-))
This is one bad-a** egg beater. My mom has had the same egg beater for 60 years that she got as part of kitchen set as a wedding gift. Up until now, I thought that was the most durable beater, then I used this sweet baby. It's like beating eggs with a 10-speed bike set to the highest gear. The beaters pop out with the press of a button for easy cleaning. Well worth the money.
I didn't 'need' this whisk. I've got a stand mixer, and a hand held electric whisk, as well as a couple of little whisks. But for some things, like making batter for pancakes/yorkshire puddings, my little whisks didn't really do it and I thought getting out the electric gadgets was excessive!
So when I saw this at a very good price, I treated myself. Like all Oxo products, it is very well designed and effective. Snapping out the beaters after use is a doodle, and they go in the dishwasher.
I haven't tried it with anything heavy duty, but find it excellent so far.
Easy to clean. Easy to hold. Ergonomic. This whisk is an absolute pleasure to use! It is really easy to clean too! One of its best features is that there is never a feeling that your hand/hands are going to slip - beautifully constructed and whisks really fast and well! Yes, it is a little more expensive but you really do get what you pay for here! I cannot recommend highly enough! It would be an excellent whisk for anyone slightly older or suffering and form of disability too due to its ergonomic features.
Product information
Product Packaging:Standard Packaging| Product Dimensions | 5 x 4 x 12 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 8 ounces |
| Department | Unisex |
| Manufacturer | OXOX9 |
| ASIN | B004VLYQFO |
| Domestic Shipping | Item can be shipped within U.S. |
| International Shipping | This item can be shipped to select countries outside of the U.S. Learn More |
| Item model number | 1126980 |
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