PanSpanOxo Magnetic Measuring Cups
Which magnetic measuring cups should I choose to keep my drawer tidy and measurements easy to read?
I’d choose the OXO Good Grips set if you mainly want dependable measuring cups that snap together neatly and let you grab one at a time. Its four stainless cups have permanent etched markings, and the set is dishwasher safe. If you also want spoons or need a 3/4-cup measure, the Spring Chef and HOUJIP sets cover more sizes. The key trade-off is simple: OXO keeps the job focused, while the other two replace more of your measuring kit.
#1 · OXO
OXO Good Grips 4 Piece Stainless Steel Measuring Cups with Magnetic Snaps | Magnetic Snap for Easy Nesting Storage, Measurement Markings, Multi Size Cups, Non-Slip Handles, Baking & Cooking Essentials
This is the pick for cooks replacing a scattered or faded cup set who want magnetic storage without extra spoons and pieces. It includes 1/4, 1/3, 1/2 and 1 cup, with etched markings and soft, non-slip handles.
#2 · Spring Chef
Spring Chef Magnetic Measuring Cups & Spoons Set of 15 with Levelers, Black | Patented Stackable Stainless Steel Measuring Cups & Heavy Duty Metal Measuring Spoons for Dry & Liquid Ingredients
Choose Spring Chef if you want cups and spoons together, plus a leveler, in one magnetic set. Its cup sizes run from 1/8 cup to 1 cup, but there is no 3/4-cup measure.
#3 · HOUJIP
Magnetic Measuring Cups and Spoons Set-Heavy Duty 304 Stainless Steel | Double Measurement Markings,BPA-Free,Set of 16 with Leveler for Measuring Dry and Liquid Ingredients(Colors)
Choose HOUJIP if you want both a 3/4-cup measure and a broad spoon range, including a 1/16 teaspoon, along with a leveler. The cups and spoons have magnetic handles and double-sided designs for measuring different ingredients.
Do you want just cups, or a full measuring set?
If you already own useful measuring spoons, get the OXO set and avoid adding pieces you do not need. Spring Chef is the straightforward all-in-one choice for cups, spoons and a leveler. HOUJIP is the better fit if its extra sizes, especially the 3/4 cup and 1/16 teaspoon, will earn their drawer space.
Will the cups stay together in a crowded drawer?
Magnetic handles make it easier to lift one measure without wrestling a ring clip, and the nested stack takes up less drawer space than loose cups. They are held together by magnets, not a locking latch, so a packed drawer can still jostle the set apart. I’d keep the stack in a small open space rather than burying it under heavier tools. All three picks offer magnetic storage; OXO is the simplest set to keep corralled.
Is stainless steel worth choosing over plastic?
For frequent baking, I’d lean stainless: it feels sturdy, and etched or permanent markings are less likely to wear away than printed numbers can be. Plastic can be lighter and quieter in a drawer, but its durability and markings depend on the particular set. There is no plastic option among these picks, so for a stainless set choose OXO for cups alone or one of the larger sets if you need spoons too.
How they compare
Which one is yours
OXO: You want the OXO magnetic cups specifically, clear etched markings, and a compact four-cup set for everyday cooking and baking.
Spring Chef: You want cups and spoons in one set and will use the included leveler, but do not need a 3/4-cup measure.
HOUJIP: You want the broadest listed size range, including a 3/4-cup cup and tiny spoon measures, plus a leveler.
You will also want
A clean, dry kitchen towel is useful for drying the handle joints after washing, especially if you prefer not to leave moisture sitting around the magnets.
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These cotton towels are also handy for wiping flour and spills from the counter during baking.
Questions buyers ask
Are the OXO stainless steel measuring cups dishwasher safe?
Yes, the OXO cups are dishwasher safe. For any magnetic set, drying around the handle joints after washing is a sensible habit if moisture collects there.
Do magnetic measuring cups stay nested in a drawer?
They stay grouped better than loose cups, and you can pull one measure free without unhooking a ring. Magnets are not a rigid lock, though, so a crowded drawer can knock a stack apart.
Will the magnets fall out or rust in the dishwasher?
These sets are made for magnetic nesting, and OXO and Spring Chef are dishwasher safe; HOUJIP is dishwasher-washable too. Dishwasher-safe does not guarantee magnets will never loosen or rust over time, so dry around the handles after washing and avoid leaving the sets wet.
Do the OXO measuring cup markings wash off?
OXO uses permanent etched measurement markings, rather than markings that are simply printed on the surface. That makes this set a strong choice if faded numbers are why you are replacing your old cups.
Does the OXO magnetic measuring cup set include a 3/4 cup?
No. OXO includes 1/4, 1/3, 1/2 and 1 cup; HOUJIP includes a 3/4-cup measure if that size matters to your recipes.
Which set is easiest for leveling flour?
OXO is designed to make leveling ingredients easier. Spring Chef and HOUJIP include a separate leveler, which is handy when you want to sweep excess flour from the top of a filled cup.