Microplane vs. Grater: Which One Should You Buy?

September 19,2024

The Microplane and box grater are both tools for shredding, but each has designated duties in the kitchen. We break those down so you can decide whether you need one or both.

One microplane to rule them all

The Microplane Box Grater is the ultimate cheese grater. A four-sided rectangular grater, the box has four different cutting sides. One for extra coarse, one for fine, a third for cutting medium ribbons of soft cheeses, and a slicer side for cutting even slices of cheddars and Swiss. The Box Grater is easy to use with a rounded, soft-grip handle at the top. With blades constructed of surgical grade stainless steel and a body of plastic, the grater is well-constructed and safe to use.

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This long, slender tool makes fast work of grinding up those rock-hard chunks of fresh nutmeg. The sturdy plastic handle makes it easy to grip, while the razor-sharp stainless-steel blades do the hard work. As always with a sharp Cheese Grater, be careful to keep your fingers clear--safety can be especially challenging when you're working with those slippery little spices.