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OXO Good Grips 40cm tongs (view 1)
OXO Good Grips 40cm tongs (view 1)

Reviewed by Valery Grin · · updated May 25, 2026

OXO

OXO Good Grips 16" tongs

Stainless steel, non-slip silicone handle

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The long tongs we would recommend to anyone. 40cm keeps you away from kamado heat, the Good Grips handle never slips with grease and stainless tips grip everything from a bacon strip to a 3kg brisket.

Spring-loaded stainless steel, polypropylene-cored silicone handle and a side-lock mechanism to store closed. Dishwasher-safe. The 40cm length is the kamado sweet spot: short enough for the sink, long enough to keep you safe from the coals.

Editor's verdict

The tongs every kamado should ship with.

8.2/10

Pros

  • Good Grips handle never slips with grease
  • 40cm — safe distance from kamado heat
  • Side-lock to store closed
  • Dishwasher safe

Cons

  • Silicone handle can degrade with direct heat (>230°C)
  • Heavier than budget tongs

Who it's for

For anyone with a kamado or grill — the tool you will use every cook.

Not for

If you want plating-precision tongs — these are grill tools, not fine-dining ones.

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FAQ

  • Does the handle get hot when used on the kamado?

    No, under normal use. The silicone handle insulates up to 230°C of brief contact; the 40cm length keeps you well off the coals. What does heat up is the metal tip if you rest it on the grate for 30 seconds. Habit: lift the tong after grabbing the piece, do not let it sit on the heat.

  • Dishwasher safe?

    Yes, OXO certifies them dishwasher-safe. In practice the silicone holds up fine, but the side-lock spring loosens over time. Hand-washing adds 2-3 years to their life. No special detergent, no fuss — these are tools, not cutlery.

  • Do the tips hold something heavy like a brisket?

    Up to 3 kg, no problem. Above that (a 5 kg brisket, a whole shoulder) use two tongs or a board with two grips. The spring tension is not rated for more. Moving a 5+ kg cut is a job for a wide spatula or a tray, not tongs.

  • Are there longer versions for big kamados?

    OXO also sells 30 and 23 cm but nothing longer than 40. For extra-large kamados (BGE XL, Big Joe III) some cooks use 50cm industrial BBQ tongs, but precision suffers. Reality: 40 cm is the sweet spot even for big kamados. More than that and small pieces become awkward.

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