🥔 RÖSLE Kartoffelstampfer: Premium Stainless Steel Masher for Potatoes and Root Vegetables, High Gloss/Matte Finish, Dishwasher Safe Review

I am a kitchen gadget lover. When I read the amazing title and rave reviews, I expected a German "Big Bertha" potato crusher that looked like a beam. I already own a few potato mashers, but the brilliantly designed name and reviews convinced me I needed this one to add to my arsenal of tuber grinders. I was sad to see that this is a "Made in China" item that doesn't outperform regular grocery store kitchenware. My all-clad and crate-and-barrel crushers are far superior in quality and design.

For €45 you would expect an indestructible handle. You can pass it on to your grandchildren in your will. Well, this Rosle crush is better than my $5 Ikea crush, but I was disappointed that the support bars were still thin enough that I could bend them. Then I ordered an All-Clad pusher for the same price, and the All-Clad is a pusher that will last for generations. As you can see from the photo, the All-Clad support arms are twice the thickness and I literally can't bend them. The All-Clad…

I have tried many potato mashers. Most of them were painful both to use and to clean. Many leaned forward. Some burst. Some are rusty. I tested this Rösle tamper and it worked great. The open grip fits larger hands and is more ergonomic than horizontal grips. You can also relax your grip as you work, as the flange ensures your hand doesn't slip off the tool while you're pounding. It's relatively easy to clean, especially if you rinse it well right after mashing it in. I have already bought a…