The pizza peel from SQUALIPRODU made a very good impression in our test.
The manufacturer promises that only high-quality materials have been used and that the pizza peel has a high-quality finish. The flat edges and special length are designed to make pizza baking easier for the customer. SQUALIPRODU also offers customers the option of hanging the pizza peel on the integrated loop, which also saves space during storage.
The product is dishwasher-safe and the handle can be easily unscrewed.
We would still like the manufacturer to change the connection of the two individual parts to a coarse thread, as screwing on and off takes a long time and the fine thread can be damaged more easily if not screwed on properly. It would also be nice if the pizza peel had small holes, as this would make the dough less sticky and the pizza easier to place on the pizza oven.
Advantages
✅Flat edges
✅Dishwasher-safe (only the scoop)
✅High-quality materials
✅High-quality workmanship
Disadvantages
❌No coarse thread
❌No holes in pizza peel -> Difficult to place the pizza in the oven
The test
General information
We have looked at and tested the product in detail in a practical test. In the following, we take a closer look at the features and impressions. The product is subjected to our test procedure from the packaging, materials and quality to the range of functions and handling.
To give you a quick overview, we work with a points system. The maximum possible number of points per area is 100 points. The final overall score is calculated from the average of all tested features, taking into account the respective weightings. For a detailed insight into our comprehensive evaluation process, which forms the basis of all our product ratings, please click here.
The first impression
Packaging and labeling
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be ensured.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | No unnecessary packaging waste was used, items were packed compactly | 95 points |
| Product labeling | LFGB certificate, stainless steel and dishwasher-safe available | 100 points |
| Miscellaneous | High-quality packaging, also suitable as a gift | 100 points |
| Total | 99 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The pizza peel from SQUALIPRODU arrived in the typical Amazon box. On arrival, the box was undamaged and could be opened without any tools.
The box contained the pizza peel wrapped in plastic and the wooden stick. The plastic bag helps to prevent scratches during transportation, but would probably not have been necessary. The product was fully protected in this case and the pizza peel shows no scratches or dirt.
The packaging is largely recyclable, but unfortunately the plastic bag and the protector, which was pulled over the thread of the wooden stick, are not.
Overall, the packaging of the pizza peel makes a very good first impression.
After unpacking
Package contents and instructions
ℹ️ Most people’s first impression after unpacking is immediately memorable. Are the contents of the package complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Package contents & scope | Pizza peel and wooden stick included | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Written in five languages (German, Italian, English, Spanish and French), easy to understand | 100 points |
| Contact information | Located on the back of the box – unfortunately no customer hotline | 90 points |
| Total | 97 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
After unpacking the box, I found three things on the kitchen table. In addition to the stainless steel pizza peel, a wooden stick made of beech wood that can be unscrewed and easy-to-read instructions for use were also included.
Information on the use and care of the product can be found on the product packaging and in the instructions for use. Contact information for the manufacturer can also be found there. If customers have any questions about the product, they can contact customer service either by post or by e-mail. Unfortunately, a customer hotline was not provided.
Overall, the product packaging is extremely well thought out.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the product processing. How high quality are the materials used? Is the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Very good appearance – high-quality materials | 100 points |
| Processing | Very good workmanship, all edges rounded | 95 points |
| Stability | Very sturdy product – can withstand up to 5 kg | 100 points |
| Sustainability of the product | No labeling about sustainable forestry of the wood available – however, beech is a sustainable wood | 69 points |
| Total | 91 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The pizza peel supplied is made of stainless steel and a wooden stick that can be unscrewed. At first glance, the workmanship of the product looks very high quality and the manufacturer has taken care to ensure that there are no sharp edges so that the work surface is not damaged.
If you take the pizza peel apart, the peel is dishwasher-safe. Unfortunately, the wooden stick is not, but this goes without saying, as wood usually swells in the dishwasher.
To guarantee the customer simple and uncomplicated storage, there is a loop on the wooden stick which can be used to hang up the pizza peel. This allows the customer to save valuable storage space.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test is the most relevant and therefore the most important. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Stability | Great stability, even large pizzas were no problem | 100 points |
| Heat resistance | Pizza peel withstands the high temperatures and does not pass them on to the wooden peel | 97 points |
| Put the pizza in the oven | Pizza can only be easily removed from the pizza peel with plenty of flour | 87 points |
| Getting the pizza out of the oven | Pizza can be easily removed from the pizza stone | 96 points |
| Assembling the pizza peel | Easy assembly of the pizza peel, but a coarse thread would have been desirable | 82 points |
| Total | 92 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
We really enjoyed working with the pizza peel from SQUALIPRODU during testing. The pizza peel can be easily unscrewed into two parts , but this takes a long time due to the fine thread. It would be desirable to switch to a coarse thread, as this would reduce the risk of damaging the thread if used incorrectly.
The pizza peel is a real eye-catcher for preparing pizzas for two as well as for family parties .
To prevent the pizza dough from sticking to the peel, make sure that there is enough flour on the surface when placing the dough. This is also emphasized in the instructions.
The pizza peel can cope well with high temperatures and the heat from the peel is not transferred to the wooden stick, which means that it sits comfortably in the hand.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we look at how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also examine consumer ratings and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | reasonable price for a high-quality pizza peel | 79 points |
| Rating cut | 4.7 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 85 points |
| Total | 82 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers have given the product an average rating of 4.7 stars. One common complaint is that you need a lot of flour, as the dough sticks to the pizza peel very easily. Many customers like the fact that the pizza peel is made of stainless steel and is therefore dishwasher-safe. In our practical test, we were able to confirm that the dishwasher suitability in particular was good and that the dough sticks easily to the pizza peel.
Prices of up to €69.99 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €13.99. The pizza peel from SQUALIPRODU is currently priced at €27.97, which puts it in the middle price segment. The price ratio is reasonable for the quality and scope of the product.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & labeling | 15% | 99 points |
| 2. package contents & instructions | 15% | 97 points |
| 3. product processing & appearance | 20% | 91 points |
| 4. in the practical test | 30% | 92 points |
| 5. price/performance & consumer ratings | 20% | 82 points |
| Total | 91 points |
The SQUALIPRODUpizza peel therefore receives an overall score of 1.5 from us and has therefore been successfully certified for our test seal. The test was carried out in the test period 09/22 and is listed in our database under the license number 220912004. You can find more information about our test procedure at www.prüfengel.de/testverfahren.
Test result:
1,5
