OXO Good Grips Balloon Whisk, Black, 28cm

I purchased this whisk recently to replace a cheap whisk I'd been making do with for a long time. There is a very notable difference between the two. My old one had a silicone covering on the wires, which over time, had started to come loose at the ends. I didn't like having to send a long time washing it to ensure nothing was caught under the silicone layer, making it unhygienic. The handle was shiny, thin and cylindrical with a sharp edge to it so wasn't terribly comfortable for long term use.The Oxo whisk, on the other hand, is an absolute joy to use. It is neither too lightweight, nor too heavy; it has just the right amount of weight behind it, making it perfectly balanced. This ensures easy, more efficient whipping so you won't be working at that bowl of cream for what seems like a lifetime. The handle has a nice soft grip to it preventing unwanted friction whilst in use and the wider shape makes it feel very natural to hold. It also washes up easily by hand since there's no fiddly silicone covering on it but is indeed dishwasher safe too.As a professional chef, I have used many types and brands of whisks in work and something which can be quite common is the wires coming loose after heavy usage. The wires on the Oxo whisk, however, are very sturdy without being clunky and are held firmly in place with a little resin giving this whisk the longevity that many cheaper whisks lack. That being said, it's also great value for how well designed it is.If you are someone who is looking for one good quality, versatile whisk and are not sure which size to choose, I’d recommend you go for the 11 inch (28cm) over the smaller 9 inch one. The 11 inch is a good all-rounder, whereas the actual head of the latter is probably smaller that you would imagine. The size and extra wire in the larger version will also mean for less strenuous work on your arm!Overall, this is a wonderful product from a highly regarded company, that I see myself using for many years to come.

I didn't receive this (refunded swiftly thank you amazon) but I went and bought one and for the price this seems sturdy, it's got good girth so it feels nice and solid in your hand. It's easy to use if you get your wrist action right. It does what it should and doesn't disappoint.

Reliable quality from OXO. A soft hand grip and a medium size whisk. Appears to be dishwasher safe but I have not tried that yet. I think it's worth spending a little more. This is not the only OXO product I own.

Very expensive but it is really good. It's weighty and solidly built I can't really comment on the whisking capacity because I use it really for stirring gravy. It's easy to use and feels solidly made. Very pleased. But hey, lower yae prices a bit.

This is the best whisk I ever had! Making some pancakes this morning and it tackled liquid on top of flour with no effort. I was expecting some serious clumps, but in two minutes times it reached a very good consistency. Followed by sugar, egg and oil, again no issue at all! People who cook will know all these ingredients mixed together at once could be a nightmare.

I used this whisk as soon as I received it. I have other OXO utensils which I have used for years, they are such good quality and this whisk is the same. Comfortable handle, just the right size to fit inside a pint measuring jug for gravy sauces etc. Can really recommend.

Excellent, very well made and compliments the other oxo good grips items we already have. Good brand, made well

I've been through quite a few balloon whisks lately and they fall into 1 of 2 groups, either they're hard to clean or they fall apart quickly.This whisk from OXO is PERFECT! It allows me to really give it some welly without the actual balloon whisk deforming all over the place or the handle falling to pieces.Really comfortable to use, no hand cramps like many whisks will give you.All of this for £12 is BRILLIANT value for money in a world where everything is going up in price and going down in quality.