The kitchens are incomplete without storage and storage containers have become an essential part of the pantry. These storage containers are perfect for storing different food items and ingredients.
In addition, many people need storage containers for storing fresh produce as it helps extend the shelf life. For this reason, it’s important to invest in high-quality storage containers.
OXO is one of the best brands to offer storage containers and other kitchen accessories and Good Grips and Softworks are the two most popular lines launched by the company.
In addition to storage containers, both these ranges have salad spinners, tongs, and fat separators, which ease the kitchen work. So, let’s check out the comparison between these lines and different products!
| Good Grips | Softworks | |
| Popping button | Circular | Square |
| Thickness | 4mm | 2.8mm |
| Edges | Hard and straight | Soft and round |
| Opacity | High | Low |
| Dishwasher-friendly | No | Yes but not recommended |
| Lids | Squared and interchangeable | Cornered and not interchangeable |
| Salad spinners | Large | Compact |
| Fat separators | Separator mechanism | No separator mechanism (it has a strainer) |
| Tongs | Sold as set | Available separately |
OXO Good Grips
- Storage Containers
The storage containers have a thickness of around 4mm and the thickness remains the same from the top to the bottom as there are no rims on the container’s top.
The containers have a higher opacity, which means the light won’t be absorbed. The edges are hard and straighter, which makes it easier to put on the container’s lid.
The best thing about these containers is that the lids don’t take up much space, so you can store more food in the container (it won’t cover any space unnecessarily).
As far as the button is concerned, the Good Grips containers are designed with circular POP buttons, making it easier to pop open the container.
These containers can be purchased from Create and Barrel, Dillard’s, Bed Bath & Beyond, OXO, and Home Depot. Overall, these containers have squared edges.
It wouldn’t be wrong to say that these containers are extremely durable and are made from commercial and restaurant-grade plastic, which makes them suitable for food preparation as well as storage.
The sturdy plastic also increases the weight of the containers and can take up more space in the cabinets and on shelves.
The containers are designed with a pop top that seals into the edges for easier closure. In addition, the container can be opened with a push of a button.
These containers are available in various sizes, so you can store different products, ranging from spices to a sack full of flour and rice. Also, they are modular, promising better utilization of the space.
The company has used BPA-free plastic in the manufacturing of these containers, so you don’t have to worry about chemicals leaching into the food.
- Lids
As far as the lids are concerned, they have squared corners and are flatter as compared to the deep and rounded corners of Softworks containers.
There is a circular protrusion on the containers, which makes the containers handy, so you can move them around easily. Also, you will need to hand-wash the containers as the lids have to be disassembled.
Their lids are available in stainless steel as well as white plastic version – both of them are amazing but storage containers with stainless steel lids are more expensive as they are considered more premium.
The best thing about the lids is that they are interchangeable as long as the size fits the edges of the container.
- Salad Spinner
The salad spinner is an important kitchen tool for people who eat healthily. Their salad spinners are big enough to wash and process two hearts of romaine lettuce at once.
The main bowl has an aesthetic design, which means it can be used to serve the salad as well. In addition, it folds flat into the spinner’s lid and locks it into place, promising easier storage.
The salad spinner has a compact design and is designed with soft and non-slip knob locks, promising easier storage. It offers one-handed operation as there is a brake button and a pump mechanism.
It has been integrated with a non-slip ring as well as a wider base, which makes sure the spinner doesn’t move. Lastly, it can be washed in the top rack of the dishwasher.
- Fat Separator
This line has the gravy and fat separator that can be used for sauces, soups, and gravies. It has been designed with a squeeze trigger that releases gravy from the bottom and leaves behind the fat.
There is a strainer that helps catch unwanted bits of food. In addition, there are measurement markings on the bowl and the total capacity is around four cups.
The fat separator is made from Tritan and nylon. The best thing about this separator is that there is a separator mechanism for easier cleaning and can be cleaned in the dishwasher.
- Tongs
In the Good Grips line, the tongs are provided as a part of the grill set. The tongs are designed with scalloped edges to ensure easier grabbing. Also, there is a bottle opener integrated into the tongs.
It is made from stainless steel material and has a non-slip grip. The other parts of the set include a turner with a double-bend design that makes it easier to lift the food ingredients.
Also, there is a tool rest, so the hot tongs and turners don’t cause damage to your shelves and cookware.
OXO Softworks
- Storage Containers
The storage containers have a thickness of 2.8mm and there are rims on the top of the container – this is where the lid is installed.
The storage containers have a low opacity, which means the light will be absorbed, so it’s better that you put them in the pantry, especially if the food has to be kept away from the sunlight.
The containers’ edges are more rounded and softer, which means they will leave gaps when the straight edges of the container meet the lid.
There is a caveat in these containers because the lids can take more space, which reduces the capacity of storage containers (it’s slight, though).
The containers have a squared POP button as well as softer edges, which reflects the container’s design. These containers are easily available at Boxed, Target, Costco, and Walmart.
These are stackable and modular containers, which makes them perfect for storing kitchen staples neatly and in an organized manner. There is a push button on the container for easier opening.
The containers create an airtight seal that helps keep the food fresh and protected from infestation. Also, the button works as a handle and a clear body makes it easier to see how many ingredients are left.
- Lids
There is a separate button to remove the lid and the containers have been designed with cornered shape, promising easier pouring.
The gaskets in the containers’ lids are dishwasher-safe but it’s recommended that you don’t put them in the dishwasher because the plastic is a bit soft and the warm temperature of the dishwasher can cause shape loss.
The storage containers have been designed with a flat back, which makes sure the containers are flush against the wall and/or backsplash, promising easier organization.
- Salad Spinner
The salad spinner has been designed with a non-slip ring that prevents slippage and there is a knob lock that helps lock the container for storing the leftover salad.
It is enough to make the salad for two people at once and is extremely easy to clean. The top handle of the salad spinner can be locked down, which makes it compact and easy to store.
The best thing about this salad spinner is that it has firm and accurate brakes, which instantly stop the spinning. Moreover, the pump action is convenient as one pump is sufficient to dry the ingredients.
- Fat Separator
With this fat separator, you can put the stopper in the spout and pour the pan drippings into the bowl. As a result, the strainer will filter out the food residues and the fat will automatically rise to the top.
When you remove the pour and stopper, the gravy or sauce is removed first and the fat layer is left behind. In addition, it’s designed with a splatter shield that prevents splashing while pouring.
- Tongs
The tongs are designed with stainless steel material but the handle part has been covered in nylon, promising better grip for the users.
Unlike the tongs in the Good Grips line, you can purchase the tong separately rather than as a complete set.
The Bottom Line
Both Good Grips and Softworks have high-end containers but there are significant differences in the design, lid, and shape of the buttons.
However, the containers can be stacked on each other but you cannot use their lids interchangeably, so make sure you pick one storage container design and stick to it to make sure the pantry looks uniform.
If you want to consider the quality, Good Grips promises better quality because the containers are thicker and have more durable plastic – it increases the weight of the containers but makes them more durable.
On a concluding note, the construction and material quality for other kitchen tools and accessories are great as the company has only used stainless steel and BPA-free plastic!