The Best Mandoline Slicers, Tested by Our Pros
Updated: Feb. 07, 2023Make prep work a breeze with the best mandoline slicer. Our Test Kitchen team put nine popular brands to the test to find their top picks, including options from Microplane and OXO.
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Why You Need a Mandoline Slicer
Even with a great chef’s knife, tasks like slicing cucumbers to make pickles or shaving radishes for a salad can become fairly tedious. Here’s when our Test Kitchen puts that knife back in its sheath and pulls out the right tool for the job: a mandoline.
These slicers make quick work of breaking down produce. In a few seconds, you can transform a potato into paper-thin slices for potato chips. Take our Test Kitchen’s advice, though: Don’t snag the first slicer you see at the store. For reliable results, make sure you’re getting one of the best mandoline slicer options out there.
Don’t know where to start? Our pros have you covered!
How We Tested Mandolines
To test mandolines, our team first did their research. Our pros scoped out the most popular models of slicers from the stores our readers love best for kitchen gear. In the end, our testing squad settled on nine different mandoline slicers ranging from under $20 to over $100; we want options!
From there, Alicia Rooker in the Test Kitchen took the lead. She oversaw our team as they sliced everything from tomatoes to lemons to eggplant. During this lengthy product test, our pros judged each slicer according to its performance in these categories:
- Slicing:Â A good mandoline should be sharp and accurate. Our team sliced tomatoes, lemons, potatoes, cucumbers and more in this test. They looked for precise cuts at thicknesses ranging from 1 millimeter to 7. No ragged edges allowed!
- Adjustability: Sometimes you need a wafer-thin slice for homemade sweet potato chips. Other times you may want a thicker cut for making scalloped potatoes. A good mandoline should have various settings so you can tackle any recipe. Bonus points to any mandoline that offers a classic cut and julienne slicing.
- Durability:Â Any gadget worth investing in should last a good while. Our team used products in our busy Test Kitchen to determine how they hold up over time. For mandolines, that means that the blades stay sharp and nothing cracks or breaks.
- Safety features:Â Mandolines have super sharp blades. Any good mandoline slicer should come with a hand guard. These gadgets should also feel sturdy as you work; rubberized bottoms and bowl grips are always welcome.
- Price:Â Our team always ensures that products are worth what you spend.
Our team can’t count how many cucumbers they sliced during this experiment. But it was all worth it to name our top four Test Kitchen-Preferred mandolines.
Best Mandoline Slicer to Splurge On
Chef’n Glass Mandoline
If you use a mandoline slicer at home regularly, you may want to splash out on a top-of-the-line, durable model. That model, in our Test Kitchen’s opinion, is the Chef’n Glass Mandoline.
This mandoline delivered perfect cuts with every bit of produce tossed its way. Potatoes, cucumbers and squash all slid through this slicer with ease. Even tomatoes—one of the most challenging pieces of produce for mandolines—were no match for this Chef’n slicer. Per Alicia, “All of the slices were basically perfect from firm carrots to soft tomatoes.”
Chefn’s mandoline does more than create even, flat slices, though. With the change of a blade, you can also make wavy cuts (perfect for making pickles) or julienne cuts. Versatility like this means you can reach for this gadget more frequently and save yourself time prepping in the kitchen.
No matter the setting, our team found that veggies moved easily across the glass surface for snag-free, even slices. The bottom line, according to Alicia: “This is a great mandoline and very accurate.”
Features
- Can slice, make wavy cuts or julienne
- 10 thickness options for flat and wavy slices; two options for julienne cuts
- Non-skid grip on the foot and kickstand keep the slicer sturdy and safe while in use
- Included hand guard
Pros
- Cuts soft produce with ease
- Extremely versatile with three different slicing options
- Deck is large enough to accommodate all sorts of fruits and veggies
- Glass surface is aesthetically appealing and easy to clean
Cons
- Switching blades takes practice
- This gadget must be washed by hand
Price: $110
Best Compact Mandoline Slicer
Microplane Adjustable V-Blade Mandoline Slicer
When you have a tiny kitchen or don’t want to sacrifice a lot of precious drawer space, reliable, compact gadgets are essential. For folks looking for a mandoline on the smaller side, our Test Kitchen recommends the Microplane Adjustable V-Blade Mandoline Slicer.
This compact slicer from Microplane is only 4 inches wide and 14 inches long (that’s including the handle). But don’t let the small size fool you into thinking that this slicer performs on a smaller scale. “I’m extremely impressed,” says Alicia.
So what makes this petite mandoline such a standout? “It’s super straightforward, consistent and easy to use,” according to Alicia.
To use, twist the dial to the desired thickness. With this model, there are no pre-sets, so you can really customize the size to your exact specifications. No matter the setting, though, Alicia found this super-sharp V-slicer to work very well: “I was really happy with how thin the slices could go and still come out in perfect condition.”
After shaving dozens of radishes to make this refreshing radish salad, you can flip over the cutting deck on this best mandoline slice pick to transform it into a julienne slicer. This allows you to make matchstick-like cuts ideal for this editor-favorite pickled carrot and daikon recipe.
Features
- Slice and julienne cutting options; just flip the cutting deck over to switch between the two
- Non-slip foot and bowl anchors to keep the mandoline steady
- Includes handguard
Pros
- Compact and easy to store
- Creates paper-thin slices
- Cuts and juliennes
- Black finish is pleasing and doesn’t stain
Cons
- The compact size is a great space-saver, but it does mean this slicer isn’t suitable for cutting large pieces of produce like eggplant or oversized sweet potatoes
- This gadget must be washed by hand
Price: $40
Most Durable Mandoline Slicer
Sur La Table Stainless Steel Mandoline
Stainless steel is all over our kitchens, from appliances to drinkware. That’s because this material is easy to clean and durable. You’ll find those same qualities in the Sur La Table Stainless Steel Mandoline.
You’ll find this mandoline only at Sur La Table stores (and on their website), and it’s worth the trip according to Alicia. “I really enjoy the all-stainless look,” she says. “And it’s a great basic model for everyday cooks.”
When it comes to performance, this mandoline does great slicing all sorts of produce—even tomatoes made it through the slicer evenly. Firm veggies like sweet potatoes do require a little extra effort to push along, but the cuts turn out even and whole thanks to the extremely sharp blade.
Alicia also says that the included hand guard fits very well along the cutting surface. Using a guard is key for mandoline safety. If a guard isn’t for you, Alicia recommends a cut-resistant glove.
Features
- Three slice presets (3-, 6- and 9-millimeter), and two julienne options (4.5- and 9-millimeter)
- Rubberized grip on the foot and kickstand for stability and safety
- Includes hand guard
Pros
- All blades are integrated into the mandoline so there’s no need to swap when you want to switch between julienne and slice
- Hand guard is very comfortable to use and slides easily across the stainless steel surface
- Easy to clean
Cons
- Firm veggies require a bit more pressure and effort to move through the slicer
- This gadget must be washed by hand
Price: $50
 
Best Budget Mandoline Slicer
OXO Good Grips Handheld Mandoline Slicer
Shopping for your first mandoline? Our Test Kitchen understands that you may not want to spend a lot. The good news is that one of the best mandoline slicers on the market is under $20: the OXO Good Grips Handheld Mandoline Slicer.
“I like this one because it’s super convenient,” says Alicia. With only two pieces—the slicer and the hand guard—this OXO slicer is very intuitive to use.
To slice, slide the knob to the desired thickness—either 1, 2.5 or 4 millimeters. Then fit the guide onto your produce and slice away. Alicia found that this affordable mandoline did extremely well slicing firm veggies like carrots, cucumbers and sweet potatoes. “This mandoline is really consistent with these cuts,” says Alicia. “And the non-slip notches fit perfectly over a mixing bowl.”
Softer produce like tomatoes and lemons aren’t a great fit for this slicer. They had a tendency to stick to the blade or be irregular thicknesses.
This being said, this mandoline slicer is absolutely worth every penny you’ll spend on it. Think of all the time you’ll save prepping veggie sides like these citrus rainbow carrots.
Features
- Three slice settings: 1-, 2.5- and 4-millimeter
- Includes hand guard
Pros
- Dishwasher safe; the only one of our top picks that can go in the dishwasher!
- Easy to use and store
- Works well with firm produce like root veggies
- Notches and rubberized edge keep the slicer secure during use either on a surface or over a bowl
Cons
- Doesn’t work especially well with very soft produce like tomatoes
- The white cutting surface can stain with veggies like carrots or beets
Price:Â $19
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