If you love a hearty bowl of cereal to start your day (or to end your night) a quality cereal dispenser is simply a smart investment. Of course, there is the obvious benefit of making it easier and more fun to pour your favorite cereal.
But there are also practical benefits too. For instance, a good cereal dispenser will form an airtight seal so that your cereal stays fresher for longer. So if you are a cereal fan sit back, relax (maybe with a bowl of cereal) and read the following review of the best cereal dispensers on the internet.
Zevro /GAT200 Indispensable Dry Food Dispenser
Editors’ Choice: 4.8 out of 5.0 stars
We kick off the list with an incredibly cool and convenient cereal dispenser. This model has 2 separate tanks that can each hold up to 17 and a half ounces of your favorite dry cereal, granola, oats, candy and more.
It has a classic “X” shaped handles and a base under each tank so you can set your bowl down. With the tanks loaded it stands about 16.5 inches high and 13 inches wide. Plus every turn of the handles dispenses roughly one ounce of contents.
Chef’s Path Cereal Container Storage Set
Editors’ Choice: 4.8 out of 5.0 stars
This is a set of dry storage containers perfect for cereal, flour, grains, nuts and more. The set comes with 4 storage containers made of durable, BPA free storage container, 4 measuring cup and chalkboard labels for each container.
Each container is just under 10 inches wide and 10 inches tall with a 3” width. This makes each one capable of holding about a cereal box’s worth of contents. Each container also comes with it’s own 4-side locking lid with silicone gasket to preserve freshness.
OXO Good Grips 3-Piece Airtight POP Cereal Dispenser Set
Editors’ Choice: 4.7 out of 5.0 stars
OXO is a name you probably already know. They make our list with a set of three 3.4 quart cereal containers. Each one comes with a lid that forms an airtight seal with the actual container via a silicone gasket.
Each container also features a smooth pour spout designed specifically for cereal. The contoured handles on the rear of each container is ergonomic and makes pouring even full containers easy. As you would expect from a brand like OXO, these containers are made from BPA free plastic.
Zevro Indispensable SmartSpace Wall Mount Triple Dry-Food Dispenser
Editors’ Choice: 4.7 out of 5.0 stars
The Zevro brand makes our list again with an ingenious, space saving cereal dispenser. This dispenser can actually be mounted to the wall to save counter space. The set comes with three individual, cylindrical cereal dispensers.
The set also comes with 3 measuring cups. Like the first Zevro product on our list, this dispenser also features classic “X” shaped tap handles and each revolution of the handles will dispense roughly 1 ounce of cereal, nuts or whatever dry goods you store in them.
Honey-Can-Do Triple Canister Dry Food Cereal Dispenser
Editors’ Choice: 4.6 out of 5.0 stars
If you want a stabler way to store and dispense three varieties of your favorite cereal, this would be a good choice. Each canister in the dispenser can hold 17.5 ounces of dry goods. The screw tap also dispenses roughly 1 ounce of contents per twist.
The base that all 3 containers are mounted on is made of steel. When you twist the handles, it doesn’t move around or feel like it’s going to tip over. It is about 22 inches long, 14 inches wide and 4 and a half inches deep.
Mind Reader Metal Triple Cereal Dispenser
Editors’ Choice: 4.6 out of 5.0 stars
The cool thing about this particular dispenser is that there is a grooved slot under all three dispensers for your bowl to go. The containers themselves are made of anti-germ resin plastic and each one can hold 17 and a half ounces of dry goods.
This triple dispenser is also a bit more compact than the other ones on our list. It’s 18.5 inches wide, 17.25 inches tall and just over 5 inches deep so it doesn’t take up too much space on your counter and can fit easily on a dining table.
OXO Good Grips Countertop Cereal Dispenser
Editors’ Choice: 4.5 out of 5.0 stars
If you’ve had trouble with cereal dispensers that crush the cereal on the way out, you’ll love this one. It features a large, trapdoor style opening at the bottom of the canister to keep your cereal intact. This is a single container dispenser that can hold 5.5 quarts of dry goods.
The canister locks into the base tightly and can be removed easily. It’s also wide which, makes for easier cleaning.
Cereal Dispenser Buying Guide
Cereal dispensers come in many sizes and styles. So to accommodate your lifestyle and ensure you get the best cereal dispenser possible, consider the following:
Canisters
If you like to have multiple kinds of cereal at your disposal, you would probably do well with a dual or even a triple canister dispenser.
Plastic
Most cereal dispensers feature plastic storage canisters (sometimes, you will find glass models) so make sure that any product you are considering features food safe, BPA free plastic.
Seal
Not all dispensers form an airtight seal. If you want your cereal to stay fresh for as long as possible, make sure the lids of the canisters have a rubber or silicone gasket to form an airtight seal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do cereal dispensers keep cereal fresh?
A: If they form an airtight seal, then yes they will help preserve the freshness and crunchiness of the cereal.
Q: How do cereal dispensers work?
A: Usually with a screw tap or rubber paddles that move when you turn the knob.
Q: Do they make glass cereal dispensers?
A: Yes, some manufacturers make cereal dispensers that feature glass canisters. While they tend to look more elegant than plastic, they are heavier and may not be safe for small children to use.
Some Parting Words
The products on our list of the 7 best cereal dispensers would make a great gift for the cereal lover in your life, anyone with kids or yourself! Cereal should be fun and enjoyable and these dispensers up the fun by a factor of ten.
Just remember to keep your preferences firmly in mind when shopping. For instance, if you prefer to have a variety of cereal at your fingertips, choose a product with multiple canisters. If you want to save counter space, choose a single canister dispenser. Whatever you prefer, you are sure to find the perfect fit for you on our list so check it out!
