Best Overall
OXO Precision Pour Glass Dispenser
- Ease of Use4.9/5
- Ease of Cleaning4.9/5
- Performance4.9/5
- Durability5/5
- It didn’t leak during testing and is easy to clean.
It didn’t leak during testing and is easy to clean.
- It’s got a smaller capacity, so you’ll have to refill it more often.
It’s got a smaller capacity, so you’ll have to refill it more often.
Overall, this pick by OXO earned our top spot. During testing, we were very impressed by how easy it was to control the flow of the oil and how you could go from a steady pour to a light drizzle just by tilting it up or down. The flow of oil stops as soon as you return the bottle to the upright position thanks to the curved lip design.
This bottle is on the smaller side, so you’ll have to refill it more often. However, it’s got a wider mouth than most, so refilling it should be an easy task. It’s also easy to grip and you won’t have to worry about it getting slick and slippery since it never dripped or leaked during testing.
The dispenser also comes apart easily, so cleaning is a breeze. We used a bottle brush and cleaned it by hand during testing but it’s also dishwasher safe. The wider cylindrical shape of the sturdy little bottle even makes it easy to dry completely as well.
Product Details: Material: Glass | Weight: 8.4 ounces | Capacity: 12 ounces | Dimensions: 2.6 x 7.8 x 2.1 inches
Best Glass
Crate and Barrel Oil Bottle
- Ease of Use4/5
- Ease of Cleaning4/5
- Performance4/5
- Durability4.5/5
- It has a steady pour and the square design makes it easy to grip.
It has a steady pour and the square design makes it easy to grip.
- The flapper gets in the way of the stream.
The flapper gets in the way of the stream.
This Crate and Barrel Oil Bottle is a great option if you’re looking for a basic glass style. We liked that it kept a steady stream until the body bottle was empty, which is not typical for other olive oil dispensers.
During testing, we tended to get more of a drip than a drizzle because the flapper on the spout got coated in oil. The spout did drip after use, which is a common hazard for many olive oil dispensers. However, we found the square design made it easier to grip the bottle whenever the bottle started to get slippery.
It’s not hard to refill this oil dispenser, though it’s certainly easier if you use a funnel. It's fairly easy to clean but you’ll need to leave this out for a while to air dry because of the slender neck. You won’t mind seeing it on your counter, though—we liked the look of this clear glass bottle featuring a white stainless steel nameplate that reads “oil.”
Product Details: Material: Glass | Weight: Not listed | Capacity: 17 ounces | Dimensions: 2.75 x 12.25 x 2.5 inches
Best Stainless Steel
Olipac Olino Olive Oil Dispenser
- Ease of Use4/5
- Ease of Cleaning4/5
- Performance3.3/5
- Durability4.9/5
- It’s sturdy and will look elegant on a table.
It’s sturdy and will look elegant on a table.
- The stainless steel smudges easily.
The stainless steel smudges easily.
During testing, we found this Olipac dispenser poured the olive oil in a quick, steady stream. There was a bit of dripping after use, but it stopped as soon as we returned the bottle to its full upright position.
Don't let the smooth, shiny stainless steel fool you—the shape of this petite cruet allows for a firm grip. The reflective material will smudge easily, so you may find yourself having to wipe it down more often. Luckily it’s fairly easy to clean, though there's a lip inside the dispenser that you'll have to give an extra scrub with a sponge and some soapy water.
While other olive oil dispensers are tall with thin spouts, this more compact version would make a beautiful addition to your table at mealtime. You could even fill it with vinegar or lighter salad dressings. It survived our pushover test so there’s no concern over it tipping over and breaking.
Product Details: Material: Stainless steel | Weight: 1 pound | Capacity: 13.5 ounces | Dimensions: 5.7 x 3.5 inches
Best Ceramic
Emile Henry Oil Cruet
- Ease of Use4.3/5
- Ease of Cleaning4/5
- Performance3.9/5
- Durability4.5/5
- It’s a beautiful bottle that will keep your EVOO extra fresh.
It’s a beautiful bottle that will keep your EVOO extra fresh.
- The cork and metal top felt a bit flimsy.
The cork and metal top felt a bit flimsy.
Vocino said olive oil dispensers should focus on freshness rather than looks, but we love this Emile Henry white ceramic bottle offers the best of both worlds.
We found that it had a nice smooth pour with just a little bit of dripping on the spout because the flapper gets in the way, as they tend to do on most dispensers. There was no leaking, though the cork top did get more saturated during use, so it could be just a matter of time.
The narrow shape makes it a bit tricky to clean, but we used a straw brush to clean out the spout. It’s ceramic but by no means fragile. It’s made using high-fired Burgundy clay to make it durable and even scratch resistant, so we weren’t surprised that it passed the pushover test with flying colors. Still, you should be gentle with the cork and metal top to avoid damaging it while refilling.
Product Details: Material: Ceramic | Weight: 1.1 pounds | Capacity: 15.2 ounces | Dimensions: 2.9 x 6.9 x 2.9 inches
Best Set
Zulay Olive Oil Dispenser Bottle
- Ease of Use4.5/5
- Ease of Cleaning4/5
- Performance4.1/5
- Durability5/5
- It comes with different spouts and corks.
It comes with different spouts and corks.
- It continued to drip after use.
It continued to drip after use.
The Zulay Glass Olive Oil Dispenser comes with two pouring spouts, one funnel, two bottle caps, and two sealing corks, so it’s one of the best olive oil dispensers for avid at-home cooks.
To start, the dispenser is easy to hold and maneuver. It poured a nice, steady stream that resulted in just extra drips. There were a few glugs when we tried to drizzle—it took a little trial and error to find the right angle, but it is possible to pour and drizzle with this bottle.
Your aim might be spot on when it comes to refilling olive oil dispensers, but we appreciated that this one came with its own funnel to make the task easier. Cleanup is fairly simple, though it will take time to dry.
During testing, we found that it did leak a bit after use but the bottle is smooth and without any decoration, so it's easy to wipe clean. We liked the translucent dark finish, which protects your EVOO from light and keeps it fresh.
Product Details: Material: Glass and stainless steel | Weight: 1.12 pounds | Capacity: 17 ounces | Dimensions: 12.8 x 2.2 inches