I bought my Oxo tongs in 1998 or 1999. They’re still going strong, actually they look as good as the silicone grip ones I bought a year or two ago (to use in nonstick pans). I just love them and use them all the time. They’re just designed perfectly and they are great when you have joint problems (I have autoimmune arthritis as well as EDS), well designed, good grip, not too tight etc. What a fab product! 👏👏👏😊
I'm cheap. I bought a pair of tongs from a "Dollarama" store for a couple dollars. I was trying to pick up a roast and they slipped off. The edge of the tongs cut into my palm and drew blood. I went out next thing and brought a proper pair.
I use the StarPack silicone tongs because I've got nonstick pans, and I was even able to lift a mug of water by the handle with minimal slipping with them. They can pick up toothpicks too. I generally prefer silicone tongs to metal ones, and they are right that a scalloped edge is the way to go. They defintiely should have had metal tongs and silicone ones in seperate catagories though.
The title says "Best Tongs for Grilling," but I think nine inches is too short for use over a hot grill. I have a nine-incher for use in the kitchen, and a longer one for use at the grill.
Same. Though "Grilling and more" does make it a bit broader than strictly grilling, though it's a tad misleading when there wasn't a single "grill" test involved according to the video.
I agree. I actually found a Oxo knock-off which is a lot longer on aliexpress to use with my new Weber grill! It has the same grip (only slightly different material, not 100% as comfy) and scalloped tip, which is super important for control (gives you precise control for small and large things!).Otherwise I like the Oxo ones the most. I wish they had made a mini one too and a long one for grilling! 😊
@@seikibrian8641 - I just have the 9’’ ones (silicone and metal tips), haven’t seen the longer ones here in Norway (I got the first one in the US and the second one on Amazon, I think, before their Int’l shipping got as expensive as it is now). The one I got for use on the grill, is a copy of OXO, 34cm (13.5’’) and cost me $3.10(!) plus a few cents for shipping (item #4000741143180 @ aliexpress dot com, they have two other sizes too). ☺️ The downside of it is that the grip piece is made of a harder, more plasticky material (silicone is more soft and lovely!), and the lock piece is metal only (no silicone, which isn’t as nice for locking/pulling with your teeth, as so many of us do), but the rest of it really seems decent, the tip is just like the OXO, nice & scalloped, which is important. The hinge/mechanism does seem a bit less sturdy though so it will probably not last as long as an OXO. I must admit, I love my OXO’s so much, if I stumble over the long one you’re mentioning, I might just get it... Thanks for letting me know that they now also have long ones! I may not be able to resist if I see them! ☺️ Such great tools really makes a difference, especially so when you have joint problems, which I do. That was why I started buying OXO products when visiting the US for the first time back in 1998 (couldn’t find it in Norway then), back when it was called OXO Good Grips, because their things were (are) so well designed ergonomically. I would have loved a 6’’-7’’ OXO too, sometimes I really want little tongs! I actually just bought a Fissman brand little 7’’ one with a silicone tip to replace a 7’’ OXO knockoff which should have a silicone tip (according to the ad), but when I got it, the tip was plastic, only the grip piece was silicone. 😒Otherwise it is good quality though (looks just like OXOs). But I was really disappointed with the Fissman. It has beautiful silicone on the tip, but I hate the closing mechanism (a metal rectangular «ring» to move up/down) and when it arrived, the very tip didn’t match (was bent), so it couldn’t grip precisely. I had to bend it to correct it and when I did, it suddenly bent totally out of shape, even if I didn’t use much force. Obviously the metal is way too thin - the quality is much more poor than what I expected at the price paid (luckily I at least was able to bend it again, so it grips precisely, but I don’t feel 100% secure using it when I know it is that flimsy). Oh well, about time I get off this soap box, LOL - love a good pair of tongs (or 5!) in the kitchen!
I’d love to see you guys throw some cheap dollar store utensils into these tests to see how they do... because let’s be honest... $1-$4 is a great price!
Your 9" Oxo's looked familiar so I went to my kitchen drawer and...that's what I have except...I didn't know the end part pulled-out to lock them. I'm not a complete moron, some of the pieces are missing. LMAO!
I bought a pair of tongs that got replaced for two reasons. The silicone tips were bulky and if I held them near the hinge to avoid heat, I pinched myself because there was no gap when closed. Replaced with stainless steel tongs from a restaurant supply store in town.
The Oxo tongs are great--I have multiple pairs. The one flaw I see is that they can't be locked closed with one hand. (I usually pull the tab with my mouth).
That's my complaint, too. If Adam isn't smarter than a pair of tongs.... Point down, squeeze: open, point up, squeeze: closed. I mean, really?! How hard is that?! I much prefer one-hand use. One hand has tongs in it, the other, coated in batter or oil or god knows what and I have to use that to operate the tongs? No thanks! (and, no, I don't want to put that thing in my mouth, thanks.)
CHEF SCREAMS! He thinks grill is what he wants. CHEF SCREAMS! Thinks he has something to sear. CHEF SCREAMS! His spatula is not sufficient! CHEF SCREAMS! He needs some tongs for today's mission! -Happiness in Cheffery by Nine Inch Tongs
Love the channel! Can you PLEASE test and review STAINLESS STEEL Baking Sheet pans? Seems like there aren't that many available and many people do want an alternative to aluminum with a natural surface. Thanks much!
I’m curious why the slide ring lock type was not mentioned? Those are a must in my kitchen. I’m an avid cook, have worked in the restaurant industry and I would never use or purchase the pull tab lock mechanism if I didn’t have to. With the slide ring, it’s one handed to lock and unlock. You simply squeeze the tongs and tilt them to slide it to your desired open or closed position. Super fast AND one handed. The pull tab, may be one handed to open, but not to close back up. They drive me nuts
Adam Ant If the health department saw me rubbing a cooking tool against my clothing, I think they would have something to say about that 😁. And not exactly user friendly if I have to move away from the cooking to my clothing And likely dirty up my clothes in the process 😬
Best tongs for the money, 2 pack, one 9in and one 12in, $3.98 at Samsclub. Look almost exactly like the Oxo except no locking mechanism. I personally don't mind that but if you do you could alway use a heavy rubber band
I finally got rid of the self locking tongs because they would unlock themselves in the utensil drawer and make a mess AND a noise that was originally hard to define. Talk about losing one's mind!
Have used OXO tongs for years and my complaints are the design at the pivot can, and has I might add, pinch your hand if you aren’t careful. Also I have a longer version of these and when placed in my drawer they slide around when the drawer is opened and close along with everything else stored there. This motion tripped the locking mechanism on the tongs and they opened inside the drawer which blocked the drawer to only open a few inches. Managed to work them down and got the drawer opened after a few minutes.
Yet again Bridget is trying to out do the sham wow guy. She made a noble effort to show that the losing tongs looked like the came from the dollar store
ATK will be disappointed if you don’t form a NIN cover band that can play “Head Like a Hole” or “Closer” using tongs as the instruments. Bonus points if you go full on Weird Al and make them into parodies about kitchen utensils.
Hmm NOPE.. I'm calling BS on this one.. I've got those "Gravity locking" tongs and it doesn't take a rocket scientist to lock/unlock them the way they're illustrating it in the video LOL. They're SUPER easy to use. When you're ready to use, flip so the tongs are facing the food , squeeze once and they automatically unlock. If you want to lock them, squeeze, flip upside down and let go.. They're locked. It's also a 1-step operation versus all the other tongs that are 2 step. Imagine how many times you have to flip the food, let it sit, put the tongs down. Then after you wait, you pick up the tongs again etc etc. That's a lot of locking and unlocking you have to do with two hands LOL. The gravity tongs (The brand they have and I use is Rosle), it's a hulluvalot faster lol. And they're not hard to squeeze, they're over-exaggerating in the video. Or I'm just SUPERRRR strong, which I doubt.
The winner also comes with a silicone covered tip. I have both and use the silicone for nonstick, even if I don’t use nonstick much anymore, I usually use carbon steel, cast iron (enamelled) or stainless steel (seasoned just like the carbon steel, watched videos on YT on how to do it). I am a bit over buying new nonstick pans over and over, and they give off toxic fumes...
My tongs have this ring locking mechanism that goes around the outside and slides up and down to lock. I hate them so much and they're always locking when I point them down trying to pick stuff up and then I can't let go! I wish they had a pair of these to show how bad they are. I guess it's time to upgrade.
I have a pair with the ring locking mechanism and I love them. I hold them so that my hand stops the ring from moving, and I can lock and unlock them with the same hand I am using to hold the tongs. No hitting the end on my hip or using my other hand to pull the tab out to unlock them.
@Bo Zo Yes they do. They list them on their site. 4-5 if I remember correctly, but some don't sell things ATK tests, and the ones that do aren't tested.
Stop being a tard. Oxo didn't sponsor anything. And considering the ATK business model, laws would be violated if they did and it wasn't disclosed. I always wondered if being so dense is actually painful.....
Nine Inch Tongs are honestly my favourite band of all time. Love Ferment Reznor.
“I want no tension in my life”. I love it! Great review. Thank you!
I bought my Oxo tongs in 1998 or 1999. They’re still going strong, actually they look as good as the silicone grip ones I bought a year or two ago (to use in nonstick pans). I just love them and use them all the time. They’re just designed perfectly and they are great when you have joint problems (I have autoimmune arthritis as well as EDS), well designed, good grip, not too tight etc. What a fab product! 👏👏👏😊
I always like Adam. He's funny and sincere with his sakes pitch. Keep him around.
Just now realized my oxo tongs can open a beer lol. *Mind blown
Old kitchen trick, we do it all the time! The squared corner of a stainless table will work in a pinch too but you run the risk of breaking glass lol
I'm cheap. I bought a pair of tongs from a "Dollarama" store for a couple dollars. I was trying to pick up a roast and they slipped off. The edge of the tongs cut into my palm and drew blood. I went out next thing and brought a proper pair.
There are some things you shouldn’t buy cheap
Nine Inch Tongs. My favourite band.
I use the StarPack silicone tongs because I've got nonstick pans, and I was even able to lift a mug of water by the handle with minimal slipping with them. They can pick up toothpicks too. I generally prefer silicone tongs to metal ones, and they are right that a scalloped edge is the way to go. They defintiely should have had metal tongs and silicone ones in seperate catagories though.
The Oxo silicone tip tongs are great too, they’re the same as the ones in this test, only the whole tip is silicone covered.
The title says "Best Tongs for Grilling," but I think nine inches is too short for use over a hot grill. I have a nine-incher for use in the kitchen, and a longer one for use at the grill.
Same. Though "Grilling and more" does make it a bit broader than strictly grilling, though it's a tad misleading when there wasn't a single "grill" test involved according to the video.
I also personally hate locking tongs.
I agree. I actually found a Oxo knock-off which is a lot longer on aliexpress to use with my new Weber grill! It has the same grip (only slightly different material, not 100% as comfy) and scalloped tip, which is super important for control (gives you precise control for small and large things!).Otherwise I like the Oxo ones the most. I wish they had made a mini one too and a long one for grilling! 😊
@@lottatroublemaker6130 I have the 9" OXO tongs in my kitchen, and their 12" tongs at my grill. OXO also makes 16" tongs, but I haven't tried them.
@@seikibrian8641 - I just have the 9’’ ones (silicone and metal tips), haven’t seen the longer ones here in Norway (I got the first one in the US and the second one on Amazon, I think, before their Int’l shipping got as expensive as it is now). The one I got for use on the grill, is a copy of OXO, 34cm (13.5’’) and cost me $3.10(!) plus a few cents for shipping (item #4000741143180 @ aliexpress dot com, they have two other sizes too). ☺️ The downside of it is that the grip piece is made of a harder, more plasticky material (silicone is more soft and lovely!), and the lock piece is metal only (no silicone, which isn’t as nice for locking/pulling with your teeth, as so many of us do), but the rest of it really seems decent, the tip is just like the OXO, nice & scalloped, which is important. The hinge/mechanism does seem a bit less sturdy though so it will probably not last as long as an OXO. I must admit, I love my OXO’s so much, if I stumble over the long one you’re mentioning, I might just get it... Thanks for letting me know that they now also have long ones! I may not be able to resist if I see them! ☺️ Such great tools really makes a difference, especially so when you have joint problems, which I do. That was why I started buying OXO products when visiting the US for the first time back in 1998 (couldn’t find it in Norway then), back when it was called OXO Good Grips, because their things were (are) so well designed ergonomically. I would have loved a 6’’-7’’ OXO too, sometimes I really want little tongs! I actually just bought a Fissman brand little 7’’ one with a silicone tip to replace a 7’’ OXO knockoff which should have a silicone tip (according to the ad), but when I got it, the tip was plastic, only the grip piece was silicone. 😒Otherwise it is good quality though (looks just like OXOs). But I was really disappointed with the Fissman. It has beautiful silicone on the tip, but I hate the closing mechanism (a metal rectangular «ring» to move up/down) and when it arrived, the very tip didn’t match (was bent), so it couldn’t grip precisely. I had to bend it to correct it and when I did, it suddenly bent totally out of shape, even if I didn’t use much force. Obviously the metal is way too thin - the quality is much more poor than what I expected at the price paid (luckily I at least was able to bend it again, so it grips precisely, but I don’t feel 100% secure using it when I know it is that flimsy). Oh well, about time I get off this soap box, LOL - love a good pair of tongs (or 5!) in the kitchen!
I’ve used oxo tongs for years always durable and reliable. 👍
I’d love to see you guys throw some cheap dollar store utensils into these tests to see how they do... because let’s be honest... $1-$4 is a great price!
Bridget is soooo cool. She’s my test kitchen bestie!
I’ve had my Oxo Good Grips tongs for about 10 years and they are still going strong. I use them almost daily.
I'm now convinced that Bridgette has a chilled 6-pack under the counter for all of these testing videos.
Control and precision, just love that
Your 9" Oxo's looked familiar so I went to my kitchen drawer and...that's what I have except...I didn't know the end part pulled-out to lock them. I'm not a complete moron, some of the pieces are missing. LMAO!
I bought a pair of tongs that got replaced for two reasons. The silicone tips were bulky and if I held them near the hinge to avoid heat, I pinched myself because there was no gap when closed. Replaced with stainless steel tongs from a restaurant supply store in town.
i don’t regularly watch these test videos for the drama, but I loved the beer plot twist.
I like the "automatic" tongs. You can lock them and set them down one-handed, without changing your grip.
Love your equipment reviews. Thanks
I MUST DISAGREE, I love the tongs that lock and unlock when pointed up or down.
I love the look of the winning tongs and have some similar to them which I use when doing much of my cooking in the kitchen.
Oh WOW! OXO is the winner. I certainly did not see that coming.
Lance Noe :🤣😂🤣😂🤷🏼♀️🤦🏼♀️
The Oxo tongs are great--I have multiple pairs. The one flaw I see is that they can't be locked closed with one hand. (I usually pull the tab with my mouth).
That's my complaint, too. If Adam isn't smarter than a pair of tongs....
Point down, squeeze: open, point up, squeeze: closed. I mean, really?! How hard is that?! I much prefer one-hand use. One hand has tongs in it, the other, coated in batter or oil or god knows what and I have to use that to operate the tongs? No thanks! (and, no, I don't want to put that thing in my mouth, thanks.)
Good job on the ending. It was both educational and funny.
Well done, amusing, and very helpful! Many thanks.
I have my daughter's baby bottle tongs I used sterilizing her bottles. she is in her 30's now, I still use them around the kitchen for cooking.
I saw the words Nine inch tongs and thought Trent reznor was guest hosting 😂 lmaooo
omg I was just about to go out and buy a new bottle opener... I can’t wait to try my tongs!!
He would be a good and natural model on a billboard for grill advertisement.
CHEF SCREAMS!
He thinks grill is what he wants.
CHEF SCREAMS!
Thinks he has something to sear.
CHEF SCREAMS!
His spatula is not sufficient!
CHEF SCREAMS!
He needs some tongs for today's mission!
-Happiness in Cheffery by Nine Inch Tongs
Love the channel! Can you PLEASE test and review STAINLESS STEEL Baking Sheet pans? Seems like there aren't that many available and many people do want an alternative to aluminum with a natural surface. Thanks much!
Thank you.
I need longer tongs for the grill outside. OXO is a pretty good bargain. I tend to leave them outside alot
I bought the Oxo “Grill pack” which has the tongs and spatula and never use the spatula but always use the tongs. Highly recommend.
This is Great! .. I recently bought one too.
Cool Beans! Thanks!
I need tongs I can use in my non-stick cookware. Bare metal doesn't work!
It does, you just have to be careful and deliberate.
I use the oxo 12 inch silicone head tongs. Sturdy. I use it for everything, even grilling, no visible wear.
@@dizzyboy92 Oxo makes the same exact tongs but they have plastic ends (not silicon)
Get them with a nylon head, then...
@@johnd8788 the Amazon listing explicitly says "black silicone" www.amazon.com/dp/B003L0OYK8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ItGdFbYBP79KT
I love it. It just made my update my tools need list for the kitchen
I’m curious why the slide ring lock type was not mentioned? Those are a must in my kitchen. I’m an avid cook, have worked in the restaurant industry and I would never use or purchase the pull tab lock mechanism if I didn’t have to. With the slide ring, it’s one handed to lock and unlock. You simply squeeze the tongs and tilt them to slide it to your desired open or closed position. Super fast AND one handed. The pull tab, may be one handed to open, but not to close back up. They drive me nuts
If the pull tab is rubber-coated or otherwise grippy, you can slide it against your clothing to "pull" it locked.
Adam Ant If the health department saw me rubbing a cooking tool against my clothing, I think they would have something to say about that 😁. And not exactly user friendly if I have to move away from the cooking to my clothing And likely dirty up my clothes in the process 😬
100% agree . . .the slide ring lock is the best.
Best tongs for the money, 2 pack, one 9in and one 12in, $3.98 at Samsclub. Look almost exactly like the Oxo except no locking mechanism. I personally don't mind that but if you do you could alway use a heavy rubber band
I feel like Oxo wins every challenge.
IKR!! It's just so predictable.
They are great! ☺️
There’s a reason for that. They make consistently good products.
OXO always wins! A brand you can trust!
I finally got rid of the self locking tongs because they would unlock themselves in the utensil drawer and make a mess AND a noise that was originally hard to define. Talk about losing one's mind!
I love OXOs products.
Who needs tongs when you have chopsticks 😂 but chopsticks can’t open beers tho 😢
Why do we even bother watching anymore it’s always oxo lol, they make good stuff
Have used OXO tongs for years and my complaints are the design at the pivot can, and has I might add, pinch your hand if you aren’t careful. Also I have a longer version of these and when placed in my drawer they slide around when the drawer is opened and close along with everything else stored there. This motion tripped the locking mechanism on the tongs and they opened inside the drawer which blocked the drawer to only open a few inches. Managed to work them down and got the drawer opened after a few minutes.
Who knew Harvey Firestein was a tong expert? Now the 9 inch part, that's not really a surprise 😉
What are the best bongs for grilling?
Bongs?
As in " Bengalis"?
You can also use tongs for basting
3 pr for $9.99 at costco business center ..... fantastic!! soft tip and strong....
Yet again Bridget is trying to out do the sham wow guy. She made a noble effort to show that the losing tongs looked like the came from the dollar store
I dont the locks , my favorite is the winco stainless steel, heavy duty
The real pro chefs call them "clackers" lol.
Absolutely incredible, thank you. If only there also existed a vegan version.
90% of the time- best buy is OXO.
I thought this was a NINE INCH NAILS cover band, oh well
ATK will be disappointed if you don’t form a NIN cover band that can play “Head Like a Hole” or “Closer” using tongs as the instruments. Bonus points if you go full on Weird Al and make them into parodies about kitchen utensils.
One feature that you missed is handles that have no grip feature. The handles are slippery.
Adam says 12 inches is overkill.
holy crap does OXO sponsor this series? you recommend all their products.
Nine Inch Tongs:
I wanna cook you like and animal
I wanna grill you from the i n s i d e
ATK should have a band and call it "Nine Inch Tongs"
9 inch tongs, sounds like a heavy metal band! Lol
so are you also suggesting that 9 inch tongs are the best size? or are there separate reviews for different lengths?
What about best tongs for nonstick pans?
Ok. Anything.
11.99 from where? Are prices fixed across all vendors now?
Cool
I think the Shoulin monk tongs are the best. My bare hands
Size matter...9 inches
Dont want it to stiff.
Alton Brown would be proud - it's not a uni-tasker, you can also open a beer and keep on cooking. Who knew...
Can't go wrong with OXO anything
Sometimes 9 inches works just fine.
Interesting. Oxo. Again.
How have I gone this long without knowing that tings can open beer??
Winco; more durable (industrial), no plastic crap, cheaper.
Drink the beer, Adam.
Hmm NOPE.. I'm calling BS on this one..
I've got those "Gravity locking" tongs and it doesn't take a rocket scientist to lock/unlock them the way they're illustrating it in the video LOL. They're SUPER easy to use.
When you're ready to use, flip so the tongs are facing the food , squeeze once and they automatically unlock. If you want to lock them, squeeze, flip upside down and let go.. They're locked.
It's also a 1-step operation versus all the other tongs that are 2 step. Imagine how many times you have to flip the food, let it sit, put the tongs down. Then after you wait, you pick up the tongs again etc etc.
That's a lot of locking and unlocking you have to do with two hands LOL. The gravity tongs (The brand they have and I use is Rosle), it's a hulluvalot faster lol.
And they're not hard to squeeze, they're over-exaggerating in the video. Or I'm just SUPERRRR strong, which I doubt.
Here's a video ua-cam.com/video/HXZwe7KDTfA/v-deo.html
Pretty dang easy to use lol
Before I watch the video, I will bet the winner is an OXO brand...
These are not the best tongs by far. I've used these. Get some gravity locking 18/10 stainless steel ones.
I wish I had a 9 inch tong...
It's not really an equipment review without Lisa. Nobody explains things as well.
what about people who own non stick that don't use METAL utensils
Make the switch to cast iron or carbon steel. You can thank me later.
The winner also comes with a silicone covered tip. I have both and use the silicone for nonstick, even if I don’t use nonstick much anymore, I usually use carbon steel, cast iron (enamelled) or stainless steel (seasoned just like the carbon steel, watched videos on YT on how to do it). I am a bit over buying new nonstick pans over and over, and they give off toxic fumes...
I thought you'd comment on whether the business end was more of a scoop than flat (but you didn't).
Is this a Nine inch nails cover band?
My tongs have this ring locking mechanism that goes around the outside and slides up and down to lock. I hate them so much and they're always locking when I point them down trying to pick stuff up and then I can't let go! I wish they had a pair of these to show how bad they are. I guess it's time to upgrade.
My parents had one of those. I threw it out and replaced it with the Oxo many years ago.
I have a pair with the ring locking mechanism and I love them. I hold them so that my hand stops the ring from moving, and I can lock and unlock them with the same hand I am using to hold the tongs. No hitting the end on my hip or using my other hand to pull the tab out to unlock them.
I haven't worked in a restaurant that we use tongs in years.
what do you use? I've seen tongs in every restaurant I've been in.
Sorry guys, but I don't agree. I know you tested it, but I got asdome really good ones online
Just how deep do you believe?
Will you bite the tong that feeds?
Enjoy your videos. Thanks! You missed the boat here by not having a runner up for non-stick cookware.
They almost always go for OXOs for some reason
Sponsor maybe 🧐
@Bo Zo Take a look at the credits at the end of ATK.
@Bo Zo
Yes they do. They list them on their site. 4-5 if I remember correctly, but some don't sell things ATK tests, and the ones that do aren't tested.
Stop being a tard.
Oxo didn't sponsor anything.
And considering the ATK business model, laws would be violated if they did and it wasn't disclosed.
I always wondered if being so dense is actually painful.....
Misleading headline. Says this is about grill tongs.
It’s not about the size of the tongs, it’s about how you use them
Carson Garfield hilarious, not!
Thats what she said...never.
@@peternystrom921 I don't know about you, but I always get excited when she pulls out the OXO Good Grips
At first I thought it said *thongs* and started clicking furiously.
Sometimes 9 inches is enough..
4:01 bridget lancaster opening beer with winner oxo tongs
Adam: i didnt include that in the testing
Those are okay, but my 9' tongs are better for larger items.
Is there such a thing as a singular tong, or is it always tongs.
It's liking buying a pair of pant.
@@TheOtherBill Or a pair of scissor?
No, it's "tongs"
To "tong" is to pick something up with tongs.
I hate how these are hard to wash
I can’t understand why a tong cost 20 bucks after the industrial revolution.