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If you’ve spent any time on kitchen gadget lists, you’ve seen the OXO Good Grips Garlic Press. It’s one of those tools that shows up on nearly every “best kitchen gadgets” roundup — so it’s worth asking whether the hype holds up. Here’s what independent testers and long-term owners consistently report.

What Makes It Different

Unlike cheaper garlic presses that require you to peel each clove first, the OXO press is built with wider, angled hopper holes designed to handle unpeeled cloves. The soft, non-slip handles also make it noticeably easier to squeeze than older press designs, which matters if you’re prepping a lot of garlic at once.

Where It Falls Short

It’s not dishwasher-proof forever; the hinge mechanism tends to loosen after a couple of years of heavy use. It’s also a single-purpose tool, so if counter space or drawer space is tight, that’s worth weighing against a good chef’s knife and a cutting board.

The Verdict

For the price, it’s still one of the better single-purpose gadgets worth keeping in a kitchen drawer, especially if you cook with garlic often enough that peeling individual cloves has become a genuine chore.

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