9 Best Spatulas of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

For a great, all-around spatula that will suit a wide variety of situations, this nonstick turner from All-Clad is the one to pick. It's a bit on the pricier side, but you can guarantee that this tool will last decades in your kitchen. All-Clad is a heritage brand with a great reputation in the kitchen space, known specifically for its line of stainless-steel cookware. That same steel is used to forge the handle of this spatula, which is undoubtedly durable and will last for years. It's comfortable to hold and grasp, with a groove down the center to place your thumb in. Because it runs the length, you can easily move your hand up towards the head to give you more maneuverability in tight spaces. The nylon-crafted head offers an angled edge that cuts between food and the pan, releasing any sticking with ease. We found the head hit the right balance between being big enough to lift large burger patties and pancakes without being so big as to be bulky.

We were a bit dubious before trying the Sabatier turner. Its small size must surely struggle to stand up to larger burger patties and soft fried eggs. After our testing, however, our minds were changed. The flat blade of the spatula was plenty big enough to get under a standard large egg and flipped the burger with ease. Its sharp edge easily divided food in the pan, banishing even the thought of sticking. The shorter handle and overall size lent itself to increased maneuverability, a crucial aspect of any turner. This detail also makes it more convenient to store, and it would fit into a drawer without causing a jam.

This stainless steel spatula with a silicone-coated edge earned our "Best Fish" spatula pick by being the perfect combination of value and versatility. As one of the least expensive options on our list, we were shocked by this spatula's ability to flip delicate fish filets, handle thick burger patties and turn pancakes with ease. We loved the size and shape of this spatula; its compact, yet flexible design made maneuvering underneath and between food in tight spaces a breeze. The silicone edge makes it safe for use in nonstick pans but doesn't impact its ability to get under stuck-on food. Did we mention that it's also dishwasher-safe? Overall, this Misen Fish Spatula is a top-performing, inexpensive tool that is sure to become your go-to utensil for cooking fish, eggs, burgers and more.

This ingeniously designed turner by OXO is crafted especially for pancakes, and it excels at doing that. Compared to the other turner spatulas, the head of this model is much larger and wider. This means it can turn and flip extra-large pancakes with ease, as well as omelets, crepes or sheet pans full of roasted veggies. The silicone head is heat resistant and just flexible enough to help get under food without sacrificing durability. Even better? It's dishwasher-safe and easy to clean.

If you're looking for a turner spatula with some serious durability, why not go for a restaurant-grade brand that can withstand heavy industrial use? Made of stainless steel with a solid wood handle to prevent burns, this turner has a sharp edge on the head that can act like a blade, chopping and scraping with ease. Whether you're using this tool on a stainless steel pan or a cast iron griddle, this spatula will smash burgers thin or chop sausage to bits with little effort. The handle is comfortable to hold and does not get hot during use. It's fairly short, which offers precise control. Because the handle is made of wood, this spatula cannot go in the dishwasher. Also, the angle on the handle would make this tool a bit difficult to store in a shallow drawer.

If you think a wooden spoon is a wooden spoon, think again. This wooden turner from OXO will change everything you thought you knew about these essential tools. This specific version is technically a turner, which means it can flip burgers just as well as it can chop ground beef or stir risotto. The shape of the handle is ergonomic in a way that many wooden spoons aren't and has a hole at the end for easy hanging. The head of the spatula has enough of an edge to use as a flipper and is wide enough to scoop food up and out of a pan. Like most wood tools, don't expect this one to be dishwasher-safe. We didn't have any trouble getting it clean by hand, however, and any residual oils are absorbed into the wood.

For a simple, effective spatula, you really can't go wrong with the ones from GIR. Crafted from a solid piece of silicone with a rigid core, the design hits the nail on the head for most situations you would find yourself needing a spatula. The solid construction makes it easy to clean, with no nooks or crannies for food to stick. We tested it when scrambling eggs, where it cleaved eggs from the pan without difficulty. It wasn't too shabby at mixing batter or frosting cupcakes either, for that matter. Even though it's not specifically made for it, this spatula can even flip things like pancakes and fried eggs, and it's safe for nonstick pans. The handle is smooth and comfortable to hold, featuring a small hole at the end that you can use to hang the tool. We liked the angled tip, which navigated into corners and crevices with ease.

The so-called "spoonula" is a special type of spatula that has a head with a bowl shape. Spatulas of this type are designed to excel at scooping, though it does a great job at mixing as well. Sometimes called "the million dollar tool," it will save you millions in wasted food over the years as it helps you get every last drop and speck of food from mixing bowls and storage containers. We preferred this model over all others when it came to mixing cupcake batter and scooping it perfectly into the liners. The material is a high-heat-resistant silicone, rated by the manufacturer to withstand temperatures up to 600°F — more than enough for candy making and other volatile kitchen tasks. This versatile tool is dishwasher-safe, making cleanup a breeze.

If you've been using a butter knife to frost a cake, we're not judging. But you should know that there is a better way. Offset spatulas (sometimes called icing knives) are specifically made for frosting cakes, and they're not bad at smoothing batters, popping muffins out of the tin or flipping pancakes either. The difference comes down to the angled knife edge. It allows your hand to maneuver the tool without getting frosting all over the place, and the rounded tip lets you apply delicate pressure in just the right spot. There are a ton of offset spatulas on the market, but we preferred this option from OXO which is dishwasher-safe and comes in two sizes.