Last Updated: October 28, 2019 (Refresh Now)
Microplane 40020 Classic Zester Grater Black
Last Updated: October 28, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.5
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
1000
Old Reviews
576
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Review Analysis - 373 recent, verified reviews
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Usage
62ginger, garlic, grating, zesting, zest
+92%
-8%
" ... Can’t wait for some amazing meals crafted by my wife . ... To cook meals, If. ... “Honey, cook like Giada!! ... "
" ... Main use is for cheese ... "
" ... This is another recommendation from a cooking magazine that tests and rates. ... It might not seem a big deal, but if you love cooking and baking, it will be. ... "
" ... If you grade cheese this is a must. ... "
" ... and what a wonder for garlic! ... "
" ... Works wonderfully well and quickly grates a surprising mass of cheese given the very fine grate. ... "
" ... Very sharp and comes with a safety storage case. ... "
" ... The name brand has been consistent over the years and I think every household should own at least one for zesting, quick cheese grating, great for nutmeg etc. ... Easy storage and has a nice cover to protect you and it while in the drawer. ... "
Build Quality
50sheath, cut, edges, sharp, microplane
+32%
-68%
" ... This model does not have black plastic tips at the end so when I tried to shake the zest off, the sharp ends hit my counter top so hard that they might have made some dents or scratches on the surface of my counter and that really upset me. ... My daughters have zesters from the same company, but theirs have black plastic tips at the end that kind of "cushion" the hit on the counter top when I shake off the zest. ... If you plan to buy one, make sure you choose the model that has black plastic tips at the end to protect your counter top. ... "
" ... I literally just opened my package and tried to take the cover off of the blade, and instead the handle fell off. ... "
" ... The one I ordered first came with the sheath. ... If I order again will it come with a sheath? ... "
" ... Had to scrape it out with a knife. ... "
" ... Poor construction quality ... "
" ... Its always the dull knives/slicers/microplanes that will cause you to become cut, because sharp stuff doesnt really require you to apply much force. ... "
" ... I didn’t like the feel of the handle nor did I like that it was plastic and slippery. ... "
" ... Those edges are also sharp, so if you're not careful, you will cut your finger like I did tonight. ... My old zester had a weak point that eventually cracked after a few years. ... "
Ease of Use
38easy to clean, zesting, zest, sharp and easy, grater
+97%
-3%
" ... Size and nice handle makes it easy to use and safe. ... "
" ... I bought this mainly for zesting lemons and oranges, but it's so easy to use that I started grating all kinds of things! ... "
" ... It is very easy to clean. ... "
" ... Sharp but easy to use ... "
" ... Have only used once and had to write a review - it is so easy, makes amazingly small zest, and seems to stop at the pith -- an issue I have to work around when using a regular grater ... "
" ... Pros: Sharp, light, easy to use ... "
" ... Quick and easy! ... "
" ... Zesting is so easy and precise with this tool! ... "
Cleaning
33clean, easy to use, zest, grates, easy
+97%
-3%
" ... Worked seamlessly and easy to clean. ... "
" ... Excellent tool and easy to clean. ... "
" ... Quite easy to clean, and well-made for price. ... "
" ... Easy to clean and easy to use. ... "
" ... Simple to use and clean! ... "
" ... It is easy to clean. ... "
" ... It’s easy to use, makes perfect zest and very easy to clean up. ... "
" ... Tricky to clean, but well worth the grouble. ... "
Product Reliability
18lasted, microplane, dull, zester, zest
+50%
-50%
" ... Built well just useless. ... "
" ... It fell apart after 3 months ... "
" ... Maybe I just got a defective one ... "
" ... No reason for microplane to change something that's not broken ... "
" ... Eventually broke completely off. ... "
" ... My old zester had a weak point that eventually cracked after a few years. ... "
" ... It is so dull it would not even zest a lemon. ... Or else defective because the little tabs are not poking out enough. ... "
" ... This is a piece of junk. ... They said they have been dealing with the fake ones being sold on amazon for 2 years. ... "
Marketplace
18product, amazon, item, fake, microplane
+28%
-72%
" ... The product I received is absolutely a fake product. ... "
" ... I think it’s a fake product. ... "
" ... This item is a counterfeit listing. ... "
" ... I replaced it with an open-box purchase from Amazon. ... "
" ... They said they have been dealing with the fake ones being sold on amazon for 2 years. ... The sheath on the fake one is terrible and is not branded. ... "
" ... This is not like any other Microplane product I own and assume it is counterfeit. ... "
" ... It might be counterfeit to the microplane brand. ... "
" ... the add photo doesn't match the product . ... "
Size
15zest, use, handle, grater, zester
+53%
-47%
" ... This product fit the bill. ... "
" ... It's easy to hold and use, grates/zests very easily, love the cover, have used it many times. ... "
" ... Makes really fine pieces. ... "
" ... The little bumps are so sharp that I store the piece inside the cardboard cover. ... "
" ... Size and nice handle makes it easy to use and safe. ... "
" ... This a smaller version and is really handy for someone just starting to use these. ... "
" ... This is a perfect length . ... "
" ... Amazing, most of the zest collects on the grater for easy transport, just tap to get it all off! ... "
Price
14worth, money, best, worth the money, store
+86%
-14%
" ... Best for the price. ... "
" ... I bought this one because it had a good price and was the Amazon choice pick. ... "
" ... You will not find better quality for the money. ... "
" ... Worth the money. ... "
" ... Please with product and price. ... "
" ... Worth it for the price. ... "
" ... Awesome for the price . ... "
" ... Great tool for a nice price ... "
Returns
12replacement, return, zester, tried, sent
+17%
-83%
" ... It took <1 minute to compare the two to know I would need to return it. ... "
" ... I'm throwing this in the garbage. ... "
" ... Sent it right back. ... "
" ... I ended up returning. ... "
" ... I am returning this one because it is missing. ... "
" ... I shrugged this off and purchased this new replacement. ... "
" ... This will be my very first Amazon return. ... "
" ... For the first time since I joined Amazon in 1997, I'm returning something. ... "
Family
10house, son, handy, every, zesting
+100%
" ... handy kitchen tool ... "
" ... This is such a handy kitchen necessity. ... "
" ... Just perfect for zesting or grating, I just ordered one for my son! ... "
" ... Bought this for my son, and he loves it. ... "
" ... The latest purchase was to replace on that we lost when our college bound son insisted he needed this grater for his kitchen - so he took ours! ... "
" ... Every house must have one ... "
" ... Tried this at my mother in laws house and fell in love. ... "
" ... More zesting going on at our house ... "
Original Product
10product, item, fake, must, microplane
-100%
" ... The product I received is absolutely a fake product. ... "
" ... I think it’s a fake product. ... "
" ... Must be a counterfeit item. ... "
" ... It might be counterfeit to the microplane brand. ... "
" ... This is not like any other Microplane product I own and assume it is counterfeit. ... "
" ... I must have gotten a counterfeit product because otherwise I can’t explain the other high reviews. ... Very disappointed as this is not the first counterfeit item I have gotten from amazon ... "
" ... This item is a counterfeit listing. ... "
" ... They said they have been dealing with the fake ones being sold on amazon for 2 years. ... The sheath on the fake one is terrible and is not branded. ... "
Design
8shape, looks, edges, cheap, handle
+38%
-63%
" ... Only gripe would be the handle which looks and feels like cheap plastic. ... "
" ... This product is an absolute piece of garbage, steer clear. ... "
" ... I returned this product after I realized it was a cheap look alike. ... "
" ... I have the original one and this one looks different. ... "
" ... Side edges are too sharp. ... "
For Travel
7micro, year, best
+86%
-14%
" ... Plane and simple. ... "
" ... After researching which gadget out there was best for her needs it was clear it was this micro plane 40020. ... "
" ... Long plane to make fast work of any grating or zesting you need to do. ... "
" ... Micro plane is the only brand needed ... "
Delivery
6arrived, works, shipping, sheath, received
+67%
-33%
" ... It arrived and was wrapped very good. ... "
" ... It arrived in good packaging. ... "
" ... Shipping was super quick! ... "
Product As Described
3works, product
+67%
-33%
" ... Great as advertised ... "
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