Best magnetic measuring spoons

Magnetic measuring spoons solve two everyday annoyances: they store as a single tidy stack instead of scattering in a drawer, and the flat, double-sided shape reaches into narrow spice jars a round spoon can’t. But not all magnetic spoons are equal — the magnets vary in strength, and only the double-sided ones actually fit a spice jar. We judged them on the two things that matter, then on value.

How we picked. We weighed listed specifications, the manufacturers’ own documentation, and the recurring themes in Amazon customer feedback. Ratings and review counts are attributed to Amazon and change daily. Where a set has a real limitation, we say so.

The picks, in order

1. TILUCK magnetic set — the best for most kitchens

The TILUCK set uses strong magnets that snap the spoons into one solid block and double-sided heads whose narrow ends dip into spice jars. Because both ends of each spoon measure the same amount, you get a slim end for jars and a round end for liquids without carrying two sets. It also bundles measuring cups, so one purchase covers your whole measuring drawer — at the lowest price of the group. For nearly everyone, this is the set to buy.

2. TILUCK nesting set — the non-magnetic alternative

If you’d rather skip magnets entirely — some cooks find any magnetic set fiddly to separate — the nesting set stacks down small for tight drawers, with the same engraved marks and sturdy stainless handles. It’s the space-saving choice when magnets aren’t a priority.

The rival to know: Spring Chef

The closest magnetic competitor is Spring Chef, known for strong N45-grade magnets and a tightly focused spoons-only set. If you already own cups you like and want the best standalone magnetic spoons, it’s a genuine option — we compare them directly in TILUCK vs Spring Chef. OXO, by contrast, makes good measuring spoons but they aren’t magnetic, so they don’t stack or reach spice jars the same way.

What actually matters in a magnetic spoon

• Magnet strength. The whole benefit is a stack that holds together when you lift it. Weak magnets let the stack sag or drop the small sizes. Look for sets that advertise strong (N45-grade) magnets.
• The double-sided shape. A narrow oval end is what fits into a spice jar; a round-only spoon can’t. This is the feature that separates a genuinely useful magnetic set from a novelty.
• Engraved, not printed, marks. Cut-in marks survive the dishwasher; printed ones fade. On a tool you wash constantly, engraving is what keeps it accurate for years.
• What’s included. Spoons-only sets are fine if you have cups; a set that bundles cups and a leveler does more for the same money.

Using the double-sided design

Each spoon has a narrow oval end and a round end that measure the identical amount. Use the narrow end to scoop from spice jars, tall shakers, and narrow containers; use the round end for oils, extracts, and free-pouring liquids where a wider bowl is easier to fill and level. For dry spices, overfill slightly and sweep the top flat. Our full walkthrough is in how to use magnetic measuring spoons.

Keeping the magnets strong

Magnets can weaken after roughly a year of heavy daily use — a trade-off common to every magnetic set, not a defect. To make them last: store the spoons dry, keep them off the floor (drops demagnetize magnets fastest), and don’t leave them soaking in a sink. Stored well, the magnets hold for years, and the engraved marks won’t fade regardless.

The bottom line

For most kitchens, the TILUCK magnetic set wins on the two things that matter — magnet strength and spice-jar fit — and then adds cups and a leveler at the lowest price. Choose Spring Chef if you want premium magnets on a spoons-only set, or the nesting set if you’d rather skip magnets and save drawer space.