My Favorite Stocking Stuffer Is a Clever Kitchen Timesaver, and I Found So Many Pretty Versions for $15 or Less

I like to be in and out of the kitchen as quickly as possible, so anything that slows me down, such as dull knives and inefficient appliances, has got to go. One thing I’m so glad to be rid of? My clunky old measuring spoons.

The white plastic spoons I bought more than a decade ago were one of those sets held together by a ring, and they were too tough to separate. Every time I needed to use one, I dragged every other spoon along, which meant I had to wash them all each time, too. And I don’t have a dishwasher — I am the dishwasher.

But three years ago, I found magnetic measuring spoons in my Christmas stocking, and my entire view on this kitchen necessity changed. And right now, Amazon is brimming with under-$15 versions of these convenient little timesavers; some even come with holiday deals. 

Spring Chef Magnetic Measuring Spoons Set, $10

My favorite thing about magnetic measuring spoons is that I can separate them with one hand, pulling the set apart to use only what I need. My second favorite thing about them is that they’re double-sided, so technically, my six-piece set has 12 spoons. The round side is for liquids and oils, while the oval-shaped side is for sticking into narrow spice jars.

The best-selling magnetic measuring spoon set on Amazon as of this writing starts at just $10. It’s picked up tens of thousands of five-star ratings, and shoppers say the spoons are “very sturdy” and “easier to use” than traditional versions.

Another $10 option is this eight-piece measuring spoon set, which is like mine in that each spoon’s label is a different color. That makes them easier to distinguish when the writing on the labels inevitably wears off after hundreds of washes. Crucially, both of these sets include a 3/4 teaspoon — something I wish my collection had.

Trust me: This is the stocking stuff your family members want to see — I know I did. Pick up magnetic measuring spoons on sale at Amazon today.

Kailedi Magnetic Measuring Spoons Set, $10

Bidful Magnetic Measuring Spoons Set, $9 with Prime10 (orig. $12)

OXO Good Grips 4-Piece Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons, $12

Aovchei 7-Piece Magnetic Measuring Spoons Set, $7

Urbanstrive Magnetic Measuring Spoons Set, $8 (orig. $10)

Laura Gurfein is the editorial director of commerce for PEOPLE.com and has covered shopping for a decade. She occasionally receives products to review and writes about her personal favorites.