Rating of the best barbecue skewers for 2022

Barbecue is an integral part of a picnic and a holiday in nature. To prepare a good, fragrant kebab, 4 components are needed: a brazier, a good marinade recipe, a fresh product and skewers. Let's talk about the latter today. Consider which one is better to buy, what to look for when buying products, what new products are on the market, and we will analyze popular models by price and characteristics.

If you are thinking about how to make an original and necessary gift, then a set of skewers is perfect for both a relative, a colleague or a boss, some companies offer engraving according to your order.

Description

Skewer - the name takes from the Georgian dish of the same name, is a tool (a metal rod with a sharp tip) for cooking meat, vegetables, fish and seafood, mushrooms, bread on an open fire (charcoal).

If you go deep into history, initially ancient people made them from branches and cooked game on fire. Over time, humanity has evolved, they have undergone great changes before coming to the form in which they are sold in stores today. The models are varied, they are distinguished with a straight blade, angled ones, self-rolling skewers (with the function of turning all at the same time on the grill), made of metal, wood (bamboo ones are popular in Japan), of various lengths. All of them have similar functionality and type.

Top Producers

Consider the most popular domestic manufacturers.

1. Kizlyar plant. On the market since 1999, the activity is quite extensive. Knives and daggers are made by hand. Products are budget, it is possible to order online with delivery in the cities of Russia.
2. World of Shampoos. They are located in Moscow. High quality products, complies with all norms and rules. They also produce equipment for fishing, tourism, and motorists.
3. Golden skewer. The Moscow company also produces cast iron cauldrons. Mainly engaged in wholesale deliveries.
4. Albatross Vorsma.On the market since 2000. It specializes in the production of knives, axes, flasks.

It is difficult to say which company is better to purchase a set, all manufacturers comply with the standards and certificates for production. Where to buy and what sets are best viewed in several stores, find out how much this or that model costs. Perhaps a comparison table or just a list of the pros and cons of a certain type will help you in choosing. Selection tips are provided below.

How to choose

Many do not pay much attention to which skewers to cook shish kebab on, although the final result directly depends on this.

To avoid mistakes when choosing, it is worth considering certain recommendations.

Criterias of choice

1. The quality of materials. High-quality materials will keep you and your family healthy and safe, so it’s not always worth buying inexpensive things, be sure to read what they are made of. Some products are coated with aluminum or polymer coating, which during operation can enter your body with food. The quality of the material is something that you should not save on. The material can be divided into 2 large subspecies: metal and wood.

• Metal ones are more reliable, durable, strong. When buying, you need to carefully inspect them for chips and scratches. For safe use, the surface must be perfectly flat and smooth.
• Wooden skewers also have a number of advantages and disadvantages.

Advantages:

• little weight;
• harmlessness;
• do not need to be washed;
• aesthetics.

Flaws:

• section shape (products can rotate during cooking);
• disposable;
• require pre-soaking in water (approximately 30 minutes)

2. Blade.

• flat.Convenience of cooking various dishes (vegetables, seafood, mushrooms, poultry meat). Products are securely held on the blade, do not spin during cooking. Convenience when washing products after work;
• angular. In production, steel is thinner than straight steel. Securely fixes food, does not allow it to spin during the frying process. The disadvantages include low strength and the inconvenience of removing fat after cooking.

3. Blade dimensions. The thickness and width of the surface are more important when choosing. If you prefer a flat blade, you need to select models with a thickness of 2-2.5 mm. They are stronger and more reliable will hold the weight. If the thickness is less, then the service life is significantly reduced. The width will depend on the type of product you prefer to cook. If these are vegetables or chicken meat, then the optimal width will be 5-8 mm, but if you cook large pieces of meat or kebab on skewers, then choose a width of 8-14 mm.
4. Shampoo length and handle. Optimally, the skewer should be about 15-20 cm longer than your brazier (moreover, the working surface). This will allow all the products on it to cook evenly. Pay attention to the presence of a refractory ring or impregnation of the wooden handle with a special solution. The metal handle can also become hot during frying and cause inconvenience and discomfort.

Rating of quality sets

The rating was based on a review, reviews, description, depending on purchases in the online store. Popular models were assembled according to buyers, both wooden and metal types.

skewers

Paterra 401-697, 20 cm (100 pcs.)

Wooden skewers, suitable for cooking on an open fire, in a microwave oven, on coals.Ideal for cooking barbecue at home, both for holidays and for everyday food. Suitable for miniature barbecues. Bamboo worktop. Cost: 59 rubles.

• multifunctionality (used for poultry meat, vegetables, fish, bread);
• price;
• environmental friendliness of the material.

• no cover and additional items;
• small work surface.

Characteristics	Indicators
Number of skewers	100
Working surface	20 cm

Paterra 401-496, 40 cm (100 pcs.)

The best for mini-kebabs of any type (meat, vegetables, fish, poultry). The size is not very large, which can be a problem when cooking on a wide grill. For them, it is better to choose a small barbecue or a fire. Bamboo, pack of 100 pcs. If desired, such skewers can be made with your own hands from ordinary wood. Cost: 126 rubles.

• made from ecological materials;
• a large number in the package;
• price;
• optimal length.

• no cover, inconvenient further storage (sold in plastic packaging);
• small size.

Characteristics	Indicators
Number of skewers	100
Equipment	-
Working surface (cm)	40

with angled blade

Gift - 1

Made with refractory ring, blade width 2 mm. The angled blade allows food to ventilate while cooking and is easy to clean after use. Average cost: 6450 rubles.

• quality material;
• long working surface;
• suitable for a large company.

• Only the case is included in the set, there are no additional items;
• price.

Characteristics	Indicators
Quantity	6
Equipment	case
refractory ring	Yes
Skewer length(cm)	70

Barbecue set MANBOX

Angular type. Great gift idea. The set includes 6 pieces, they can feed a large company in one cooking. Average price: 3490 rubles.

• the cover is made of genuine leather;
• handle with artistic burning;
• a folding metal grill is available.

• small complete set (only a cover and a brazier).

Characteristics	Indicators
Number of skewers	6
Equipment	cover, folding grill

"Shashlik-2"

Made from genuine leather. The handle is made in the form of a dog with prey in its teeth. Perfect as a gift for any occasion. Optimal blade length. Price: 10,000 rubles.

• light weight;
• additionally there is a knife and barbecue.

• price;
• no additional appliances (forks, glasses).

Characteristics	Indicators
Number of skewers	6
Equipment	brazier, knife, case-tube
Working surface	50 (cm)
Weight, kg)	3

Barbecue set D38

Producer: Kizlyar. With stiffening rib, thickness 2 mm. Made from food grade stainless steel. Price: 3990 rubles.

• additionally there is a knife and a glass;
• there are stiffening ribs;
• acceptable price.

• small work surface (44 cm);
• only 4 pcs in the set.

Characteristics	Indicators
Number of skewers	4
Equipment	knife, case, glass (4 pcs.), box, passport
Skewer/blade length	55 /44 cm
The weight	2.5 kg

Barbecue set, 4 pcs. MG105

Made of chrome steel, angled. Average cost: 200 rubles.

• quality material;
• price;
• multifunctionality (can be used for vegetables, fish, meat);

• not suitable for a large company;
• in a set of only 4 pcs;

Characteristics	Indicators
Quantity	4
Equipment	case
Working surface	38 cm

"Picnic #3"

There are stiffening ribs. The manufacturer gives a 1 year warranty. Additionally, there is a steel flint, which is quite unusual and original. Cost: 5890 rubles.

• domestic production;
• 1 year warranty;
• manual production;
• extended set.

• great cost.

Characteristics	Indicators
Number of skewers	6
Equipment	fork (6 pcs.), flint, knife, barbecue, corkscrew

Premium - 5

Great gift idea. Case material: eco-leather with leather braid. Thickness 2 mm, made of stainless steel. Additional protection in the form of a refractory ring. Russian production. Average price: 5150 rubles.

• suitable for a large company;
• there is a refractory ring;
• great holiday gift.

• case only, no extra accessories;
• eco-leather case.

Characteristics	Indicators
Number of skewers	6
Equipment	case
refractory ring	there is
Working surface (cm)	70

Barbecue set large in a case with piles

Manufacturer: Kizlyar masters. This manufacturer has established itself in the market as a reliable one. Products with a wooden handle look decent. Perfect as a gift for any occasion. It is possible to make an individual engraving on the handle. Additionally, a barbecue grill is provided. The cost is from 8600 rubles.

• a large number of items;
• optimal blade length;
• additional protection in the form of a refractory ring.

• price;
• Such a case is not always convenient to take with you.

Characteristics	Indicators
Number of skewers	6
Equipment	flask corkscrew, knife in sheath, meat fork, hatchet, stacks (6 pcs.), barbecue, case
refractory ring	Yes
Working surface (cm)	75

Flat blade

Barbecue set C2

Direct type, manufacturer Kizlyar. Thickness: 2 mm. Shown in brown and black. Warranty 1 year. The originality of the set in the presence of playing cards and a flask. Cost: 7100 rubles.

• two types of colors;
• extended set.

• price;
• small work surface.

Characteristics	Indicators
Number of skewers	6
Equipment	hatchet, knife, fork, barbecue, playing cards, flask, glasses (6 pcs.)
Skewer/blade length (cm)	64/53
Weight, kg)	4.8

Barbecue set D20

Production Russia Kizlyar. Made from stainless steel. The kit includes everything you need for a picnic in nature. Allows you to cook on an open fire and coals dishes from meat, vegetables, fish, poultry meat. Step-by-step instructions for assembling the brazier are included, it is quite simple to assemble it yourself. Price: 9900 rubles.

• suitable as a gift;
• multifunctionality.

• price;
• no refractory ring;
• The set is quite heavy.

Characteristics	Indicators
Quantity	6
Equipment	knife in a case, an ax, a brazier, a barbecue, a flask, a corkscrew, a meat fork, a fork (6 pcs.), a tray, a glass (6 pcs.), a passport, a case
refractory ring	No
Length overall/blade(cm)	67/56
Kit weight (kg)	7

Barbecue set С6

Blade thickness 3 mm. Available in two colors: brown and black.Cost: 5490 rubles.

• optimal price / quality ratio;
• two kinds of colors.

• small work surface (not suitable for a large company)

Characteristics	Indicators
Number of skewers	6
Equipment	knife in sheath, hatchet, fork, passport
Overall length/blade(cm)	55/44
Kit weight (kg)	3.6

Set of 6 skewers with wooden handle for shish kebab, 40 cm

Blade thickness: 2.5mm, with wooden handle. Without additional equipment. Suitable for home use or cooking in the country, when there is a barbecue and all appliances, but not enough skewers. Price: 1200 rubles.

• optimal thickness of the working surface;
• price.

• no refractory ring;
• no storage case
• small work surface.

Characteristics	Indicators
Quantity	6
refractory ring	No
Overall length/blade(cm)	63/40
Kit weight (kg)	1.14

"Luck"

Wood handle with refractory finish. Stainless steel, case made of artificial leather. Cost: 6600 rubles.

• fireproof coating of the handle;
• additionally in the set 2 knives;
• suitable for a large company.

• price.

Characteristics	Indicators
Quantity	6
Equipment	2 knives in sheath, quiver
Overall length (cm)	60

Barbecue set 45 cm with wooden handles "TOTKOCINA"

Straight blade, wooden handle, chromed steel. The blade is twisted at the base for easy insertion of products. Perfect for home use. Cost: 855 rubles.

• price;
• chrome steel;
• it is convenient to string products (the base is twisted).

• small length of the skewer;
• no storage case.

Characteristics	Indicators
Quantity	6
Overall length (cm)	45

Char-Broil barbecue set

Six skewers, without additional equipment. A small length of the working surface, not suitable for all barbecues. Cost: 2 790 rubles.

• price;
• purchase availability.

• no storage container
• small length of the working surface.

Characteristics	Indicators
Quantity	6
Equipment	No
Skewer length(cm)	31
Set size (cm)	44.5x27x4

The popularity of models does not always help you decide on a purchase, determine for yourself what you plan to cook, and then choose the right one.

Longevity tip: Remember to thoroughly clean the metal from grease and food residues after each cooking, so they will last much longer.