The 6 Best Spatulas of 2025, Tested by Food & Wine

This is a one-piece spatula made from temperature-resistant silicone. It’s designed for eggs, burgers, and anything else. I’ve even used it to break up ground beef in the pan. This was one of the easiest spatulas to use because it can go in the dishwasher and is strong enough for most tasks. It’s also super comfortable because it’s cushiony silicone, so my hand never felt cramped or tired.

This did not scratch any pans; it was super sturdy, no matter what I used it for. It was easy to get eggs out of the pan, and it was incredibly easy to clean because it could go in the dishwasher. I use this often, and it is sturdier than other silicone spatulas I have owned and tested. It can withstand up to 600°F degrees, and its construction ensures its durability. 

Material: Silicone | Length: 12.5 inches | Dishwasher-safe: Yes

This was my favorite metal spatula during testing for many reasons. I liked how thin the metal is and how easily it bends. I didn’t love the wooden handle getting faded during use. It had a nice way to the handle, and the edge was slim enough to slip under most foods easily. I was cooking in the pan. It was a very fluid-feeling spatula and did not feel clunky at all. 

My biggest gripe was how the wood became rougher after being improperly handled and put in the dishwasher, but that was user error. There are slits in the spatula to help with airflow so the ingredients don’t stick and can drain well. As a result, it’s excellent for burgers and pancakes. 

Material: Acacia wood and stainless steel | Length: 13.8 inches | Dishwasher-safe: No

The spatula’s slanted design makes moving things around the pan easy. It also has a graduated rim edge that shimmies under even the slimmest ingredients and makes lifting easier. Since the spatula is entirely silicone, I was not concerned about scratching any of the services I used it on. I could flip eggs and remove them from the pan without issue. Cleaning the spatula was incredibly easy since it can go in the dishwasher, and I noticed no staining after testing concluded. 

Often, silicone spatulas lack strength in the actual turner portion, but this one did not.  It’s highly heat resistant and has a bit of an edge, so it can quickly get underneath eggs. I reach for this spatula the most because it is dishwasher-safe and is strong enough to transfer most items from the pan to the plate or flip them in the pan. 

Material: Silicone | Length: 13.4 inches | Dishwasher-safe: Yes

This sturdy wooden spatula has an angled edge, making it ideal for sautéing and stirring rather than flipping items. Wooden spatulas are fantastic for pans with delicate finishes that you don’t want to scratch, and this one was no exception. I used it often for my enameled cast-iron and nonstick surfaces.  

During the test, removing eggs from the pan with this spatula was not as easy as with the others because it was better for sautéing. Since it is wood, it must be hand-washed thoroughly to prevent food-borne illness. I also found that the wood lost its sheen a bit, so a more protective finish would extend its life span.

Material: Olivewood | Length: 12.5 inches | Dishwasher-safe: No

This is an oversized metal and wood spatula with a tang through the handle. Because of its large surface area, this incredibly sturdy spatula is excellent for inside or outside griddles. It’s shaped like a rectangle and unsuitable for specific smaller pans, but it is great for flipping items on a cookie sheet, such as roasted vegetables or Chex Mix. 

This was more difficult to use during testing because it is enormous and fills most of our pans. Since it has a wooden handle, you have to hand-wash it. I noticed it dried out during my testing even though we hand-washed it, so keep it dry and oil the handle if needed.

Material: Stainless steel and walnut | Length: 12.25 inches | Dishwasher-safe: Yes

We loved the Miu France stainless steel turner when we tested fish spatulas. Its classic slotted design attaches to a black plastic handle with rivets. The bent blade makes it easy to slide under food without much effort. When we tested it, moving around a pan and nimble was easy. 

The design makes lifting fish out of a pan easy while leaving the liquid behind. It is incredibly sturdy for a fish spatula and could also be used for other cooking tasks. However, it is not dishwasher-safe, so hand-wash only and dry well before storing to prevent damage to the stainless steel.

Material: Stainless steel | Length: 11 inches | Dishwasher-safe: No