Calphalon Doesn’t Disappoint – High Quality, Comfortable Grater with Great Performance! 5+ Stars!
I was very excited when I saw I could acquire the Calphalon Stainless Steel Handheld Grater for several reasons.First, Calphalon has a long-standing reputation for producing excellent kitchen equipment, and I expected the same level of quality from their utensils. Second, I was thrilled to find a hand grater with a long, ergonomic handle. The short-handled stainless-steel grater I currently own is workable, but uncomfortable to use due to my carpal tunnel and arthritis. Third, while my long-handled zester works beautifully for citrus, it shreds cheese extremely finely rather than truly grating it. While that may seem like a minor distinction, it absolutely matters depending on the application - finely shredded cheese is great for mac and cheese, but properly grated cheese works better for tacos, lasagna, baked ziti, quiches, etc.The heavy-gauge stainless steel construction and sharp blades give the grater excellent stability and durability. It handles firm cheeses like Parmesan as well as softer ones like Cheddar with ease, without flexing under pressure. The silhouette takes up little room in my kitchen drawer, and the plastic protective sheath adds an important layer of safety - especially when little hands (and my own) are reaching into drawers.Most importantly, the ergonomic design truly delivers when it comes to comfort. Using this grater was noticeably easier on my hands and wrists than others I’ve owned.I included a picture to show the difference between the results of my rasp vs. the Calphalon grater on Cheddar cheese. The finely shredded cheddar on the left was made using my rasp, while the right side shows the perfectly grated cheddar produced by the Calphalon, which was exactly the result I was looking for!On a scale of 1 - 10, I confidently rate this 10+ and would give it 10 stars if I could. I know this will be a well-used kitchen utensil and one that I fully expect to last for years. I recommend it without any reservation.
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Comfortable, sharp, and easy to live with
I have been using this zester for a couple weeks now and it has earned a permanent spot in my utensil drawer. It has a nice weight to it and feels solid in the hand without being tiring to use. The rubber handle is comfortable and gives good control, especially when working over a bowl or directly onto food. I used it mainly for lemons and limes and it removes zest cleanly without digging too deep into the bitter pith. The holes are a bit larger than some finer graters, which I actually prefer since it gives a slightly thicker zest that holds up better in cooking and baking.What stood out most to me is how smooth it feels in use. It does not snag or chatter on the peel and it glides evenly with light pressure. Cleanup has been simple so far, with zest rinsing off easily and no bits stuck in the teeth. The included cover is a small detail but a useful one since it protects both the blade and your hands when it is tossed in a drawer. Overall this feels well made and durable, and for the price it delivers exactly what I want from a basic zester without any fuss.
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Customer
January 17, 2026
Sharp, Sturdy Graters That Actually Make Grating Easier
I grabbed this two-piece set because I was tired of using my old box grater, which takes up way too much space and is annoying to clean. These handheld graters are so much better for everyday use, especially when I just need to shred some parmesan or zest a lemon without dragging out all the bulky kitchen equipment. The set comes with two different sizes, and honestly, having both means I can use the right grater for whatever I'm doing instead of settling for something that doesn't quite fit the job.The blades are genuinely sharp, which makes a real difference. When I grate cheese it doesn't get stuck in the teeth or require a ton of pressure. The same goes for zesting citrus, which is pretty quick and clean. The rubber handles feel comfortable even when my hands are a little damp from washing vegetables, and they don't slip around while I'm working. The best part though is those plastic covers. They're not just a safety feature to protect the sharp blades when you're reaching into a drawer. They actually slide over the grater and catch whatever you're grating, which means you don't have shredded cheese all over your cutting board. You just slide the cover off right into a bowl and you're done.
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Gabriella
January 14, 2026
Amazing Grater & Zester Duo.
I have been wanting a zester for awhile, but haven't found one I really liked.When I saw that this was a set (hello bonus cheese grater!), AND they came with collection backs, I was sold.I love how the backs slide on; it makes them so secure, and very easy to use and clean. I had a grater prior with a back that snapped on, and it was very irritating to use.The zester makes a quick job of any zesting that needs to be done. I was able to zest an entire lemon in around a minute or less!The cheese grater is perfect to use for parmesan, as it makes the fancy little curls like restaurants.Both are very easy to clean; I hand wash mine quickly.My only worry is the soft touch handles, as it feels like the type of material that may eventually get tacky; only time will tell.So far, these have been awesome and exactly what I wanted! The price is well worth it.
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Lets hope this works
February 04, 2026
Great grater and zester set, would make a good gift!
Calphalon Prime 2 Piece Stainless Steel Handheld Cheese Grater and Lemon Zester Set: This handheld grater and zester set has become a kitchen staple for me; the stainless steel blades shred cheese and zest citrus quickly without clogging, and the rubber handles give me a secure, comfortable grip so my hands don’t get tired during meal prep.
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