The “Fabulous” $16 Amazon Gadget That Makes Stripping Corn Unbelievably Easy

I’ve never been a big fan of canned or frozen corn. Sure, it’s a quick and easy ingredient to add to a variety of dishes — from taco bowls to chowder — but when corn is fresh, I can taste the difference. On the other hand, peeling the kernels off ears of corn is a time-consuming and sometimes even dangerous process. The good news is that there are gadgets for just about every kitchen task, whether you’d like some help shredding chicken or you’re after a container that dispenses oil without the mess. There are also tools for — you guessed it — stripping corn. Not all of them work, but we know of one from editor-loved brand OXO that Amazon shoppers can’t stop raving about: The “unbelievably easy to use” OXO Good Grips corn peeler, which gets one of the trickiest meal prep tasks done in seconds with little effort required on your part!

With a design similar to a regular veggie peeler, this tool is geared toward seamlessly stripping kernels from their cob in one swift motion. The key lies in its curved blade shape, which allows you to get flush against the core of the cob, ensuring you keep each and every kernel for your recipes. The blade is also serrated, so even the most stubborn pieces come off. In fact, one swipe of the peeler can remove up to five rows of kernels!

Suffice to say, it’ll take no longer than a minute to fully strip one ear. You can use the peeler with raw or cooked corn, depending on what your recipe calls for. The stainless steel blade promises to remain sharp (and rust-free!), and the whole gadget can be thrown into the dishwasher for easy cleaning. When not in use, an included blade cover keeps bacteria at bay and prevents accidents when you reach into your drawer for the peeler.

Average Rating: 4.7/5

“There are very few kitchen tools I feel inclined to rave about, but this is definitely the exception! It cuts everything off the cob cleanly and thoroughly with little effort, and the wide handle and comfort grip doesn’t stress out your hand and wrist. It easily rinses clean and can be popped into the dishwasher for a more thorough cleaning.” —Laura

“This is a life-changer! I had been cutting corn kernels off the cob with a knife, which while never injuring myself, was certainly messy … I was skeptical until I saw it used. It is so much easier and safer. Despite the fact that it is not a multitask tool, I have no problem with it taking up some space in my utensil drawer. Very sturdy and has a guard to clip over the cutting blade when storing.” —Kathleen

“This corn peeler takes the corn off the cob so easily! I tried another one and returned it because it didn’t work at all and went back to this one; it is worth every penny!” —Morgan

Shoppers also praised the peeler’s ergonomic handle. Although you’re unlikely to experience hand cramps when using this gadget because of how fast it works, you’ll still be able to maintain a much more comfortable grip than if you were to use a regular knife. It’s perfect in every way and a must-have for any corn-lover’s kitchen.

Buy: OXO Good Grips Corn Peeler, $16.50