Y-shaped peelers can be used either away from you or towards you, or in a circular movement around an object. The swivel feature can be nice for produce with rougher shapes. These are designed to be used in a straight line away from you. Standard straight peelers can be right- or left-handed, or ambidextrous, and can have fixed or swivel blades - especially important to consider if you're shopping for left-handed kitchen tools. Peelers come in a few styles, and choosing the right one has a lot to do with how you intend to use them. We also used them to shave chocolate on desserts. We tested them by peeling Yukon gold potatoes, sweet potatoes, and lemon rinds. To find the best vegetable peelers, we compared dozens of models to find those that fit our criteria: ergonomic, durable, and sharp. The peeler is also easy to clean and widely available, so you can easily replace your set if it gets dull. We named the Oxo Y-Peeler the Best Overall for its price point, versatility, and durability.

The best vegetable peeler for you is one that is sharp, durable, comfortable in your hand, and easily peels the foods you love to prepare and eat.