But if you’re new to spiralizing, and not sure how much you’ll ultimately use a gadget like this, it makes for an excellent starter choice. The drawbacks are that they require more manual effort to use, and they can’t spiralize as many different fruits and vegetables due to their width. Our Joseph Joseph hand-held spiralizer is easy to use and includes three different blades, which allow you to make spirals from, or grate, a variety of foods. The twist action makes light work of courgettes, and the spiked pad prevents finger injury peril as you get close to the nub of your vegetable. Since then, they have produced over 1,000 items for use all over the home, with thoughtful design, innovative features, comfort and reliability at the core of every single piece.

Equipped with an open blade design suitable for a wide range of vegetables, this hand held spiralizer from OXO features a food holder to keep hands safe during use and is also dishwasher safe for added practicality.

If you're looking to cut down on single-use products, this option can handle several different kitchen tasks, too. What makes OXO tools so special is their Good Grip handles, which relieve pressure and eliminate slippage - hence their tagline: Tools You Hold On To. Its soft-grip handle provides a comfortable and secure grip, making the spiralising process a breeze.

The open-blade design accommodates round vegetables like potatoes and beets for curly fries, frittatas and more. Paderno is a well-known brand when it comes to spiralizers and it remains a top performer in our Lab tests. While it costs a bit more than some spiralizers (especially for one with only three blades), it's clearly built to last.However, we didn’t find it as versatile as other models we tried, as the produce had to be cut down to fit inside the cones.