Kitchen Gizmo Strainer

Last updated: January 9, 2020


This BPA-free silicone colander clips onto almost any sized pot or pan for rapid straining. It's small, but holds up to heavier foods. It's also dishwasher safe and takes up less room than a traditional strainer. In our testing, we love that this strainer allowed us to reserve some water in the pot. We also loved how small and easy to clean it was.

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Product Details

Key Takeaway: The Kitchen Gizmo Strainer is clip-on silicone strainer that's great for smaller kitchens.

In our analysis of 70 expert reviews, the Kitchen Gizmo Strainer placed 2nd when we looked at the top 8 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

ORIGINAL MANUFACTURERS; Do not fall for the inferior design and quality, of the imitations, Only the seller Home N’ Goods carries the original Snap n’ Strain designed and manufactured by Kitchen Gizmo The Kitchen Gizmo Snap N’ strain’s universal design will take the strain out of straining. This top quality heat-resistant, silicone colander is the newest, most practical way to get your food strained thoroughly while avoiding transferring the food out of the pot. The Snap N’ Strain is flexible enough to fit onto nearly all pots, pans, and bowls. It snaps on neatly with two clips. The clips’ strong grip will keep it safely attached while in use and can be left attached to the pot while cooking. Once snapped the pot can be tilted over a sink or bowl and the Snap N’ Strain will do its magic. The liquids will be poured out while the food remains in the pot, even with heavier foods like potatoes. SAFE AND DURABLE Completely BPA Free, and Dishwasher safe. Made from top-quality silicone only the original Snap’n Strain will have the durability to last for many years. Will withstand straining of heavier foods like potatoes. Innovative Designed spout to help remove excess water. Snaps onto nearly all size pots, pans and bowls, big and small. Attaches easily with two clips. Practical Easy to use, strong-grip clip will keep the colander in place even when straining heavy foods. Allows you to grip the pot or pan with both hands while straining, eliminating awkward spills. Universal Design; Flexible, it will fit all types of cookware and sizes. Compact; Does not take up a lot of space and is easy to store. Simple to use; Frees up you hand and lets you stabilize the pot with both hands. Recommended uses; Vegetables, Potatoes, Pasta and more. The Search for Perfection: We firmly believe that there is never a reason to settle for anything less than perfect. Our kitchenware is the ultimate in quality and performance.

Expert Reviews


What reviewers liked

Clips will fit nearly all round pots, pans, and bowls – even ones with lips. Small and compact, easy to store. BPA free, dishwasher safe, and FDA approved. Made from top-quality silicone. Will withstand straining of heavier foods like potatoes. Lets you grip pot with both hands. Doesn't scratch non-stick surfaces.
This clip-on colander strainer does the job while taking a lot less storage space, and it clips on snugly without damaging nonstick surfaces.
It is revolutionary and minimizes the time spent by the user in minor chores. It saves your precious minutes and spare you more time to spend with family.
It's built to be able to withstand heavy items, like potatoes, and is backed by a one-year warranty for peace of mind.
If kitchen space is limited, you may not have enough room for a full-size strainer. This compact strainer snaps onto just a portion of the pot or pan for effective straining.
- Heavy
I received one as a wedding present and was kind of skeptical that it would work well. I was wrong. It works great. I can use it on my large pots and my small pots. It is easy to clip on and strain quickly. I have used it straining boiled potatoes and noodles. It cleans up easily and is not overly bulky.
Super easy to clip the colander on to any type of cookware
The strainer is made of flexible, heat-resistant silicone and will fit most pots, pans and bowls. Also, it attaches with two, strong easy-grip clips that keep the strainer firmly in place.
The Snap'n Strain is flexible enough to fit onto nearly all pots, pans and bowls. It snaps on neatly with two clips. The clips' strong grip will keep it safely attached while in use and can be left attached to the pot while cooking.
The Snap’n Strain is significantly smaller than a traditional strainer, thus saving you cleaning time and storage space.
I have arthritis in both my wrists. I always have trouble trying to hold the strainer in place while draining, especially when it’s a full pot of spaghetti or something else heavy. This strainer helps that.

What reviewers didn't like

Too small for larger pots and quantities of food.
Tricky to affix on pots with lips
Pasta can spill over the top if pouring too quickly
- Heavy
Clips may not fit your cookware or may come off when in use
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