8 Best Kitchen Torches (Review) In 2020

The designers of the EurKitchen Butane Culinary food torch put some real effort into turning what could be a dull and utilitarian device into something that will actually look good on your expensive granite countertop. And that’s just for starters. They also worked hard to make this Torch effective, easy to use and safe. It features a fully adjustable flame that can reach temps of up to 2370 F, on-demand continuous flow and an integrated heat shield/finger guard we’d like to see on more kitchen torches.

The Piezo electric ignition system provides fast reliable startup every time. The upgraded flow regulator means better flame consistency than on earlier models, which is important. Especially if you’re using it out on the deck in breezy conditions during a big holiday get together. The fact that it accepts any appropriately sized butane canister with a universal tip makes finding fuel for it that much easier and the outstanding balance of the device makes repeated use over short periods of time a fatigue-free experience. A great kitchen gadget you need to own.

It’s not hyperbole to state that this simple kitchen torch may well transform the way you look at food prep. Not that it’s going to turn you into a celebrity chef or anything but it will open doors in your mind regarding what’s possible. And that’s exactly what any worthwhile kitchen utensil or appliance should do. The ones that don’t wind up at the back of the cabinet or under the counter collecting dust.

The Spicy Dew features a very distinctive black, green and silver color scheme that leaves a lasting impression. It also features one of those finger saving heat shields we love to see, an effective safety lock to protect the kiddies, produces a consistent flame and comes with a 90-day money back warranty. Now all you need to do is open that part of your cookbook you’ve never visited before and learn the right way to say “crème brulee”.

The Authenzo starts up fast and gets right to work searing your choice meats, adding the finishing touches to your crème brulee, touching up the glaze on your apple pie and enhancing the flavor of your holiday backyard BBQ offerings. It’s well balanced and has one of the most comfortable handles of any kitchen torch. It’s attractive so it will make a great addition to your kitchen lineup and there’s nothing pretentious about the price, which is delightfully affordable.

The manufacturer makes much of the fact that the Authenzo can also be used to make jewelry, repair your car radiator and solder wires. But really, you wouldn’t use your Mercedes as a moving van and you shouldn’t bring your attractive, efficient crème brulee torch under the car with you to solder brake lines. Even though you could. Suffice to say the Authenzo is a nifty kitchen appliance that’s going to allow you to explore the deep end of the culinary pool.

The Kollea kitchen torch is another attractive affordable culinary device that’s simple and safe to use and has a sky-high temperature limit (2,500 Fahrenheit). With its easy to initiate safety lock, continuous flow option and integrated fuel gauge it’s hard to go wrong with the Kollea and that’s the way it ought to be with kitchen appliances.

The Kollea makes up for a (slightly) hinky handle with the finger guard that keeps the considerable heat generated by the torch from searing your knuckles while it sears your steak. Like all kitchen torches it isn’t going to transform you into a world class chef overnight. Instead, you’ll actually have to do the work and learn the best, most effective ways to employ it. But what it will do is provide you the ability to expand and explore different culinary avenues. Make sure you also check our guide to the best indoor grills.

It’s a pretty safe bet that a kitchen blowtorch isn’t going to lead you to enlightenment all by itself but the Zen Spirit Culinary Torch may kick start your quest one glaze at a time. It’s lightweight, attractive, reliable and easy to use and it’s one of the most affordable kitchen torches on the market at the same time.

It has a comfortable grooved handle that makes holding it firmly a breeze, a wide stable base and a collection of control mechanisms that let you adjust the flame to your desired preferences with easy facility. It looks good, starts up quickly every time, is compatible with all universal butane canisters and comes with a 100% money back satisfaction guarantee. Our handy guide to the best panini presses features more great products like this.

The FunOwlet Kitchen Torch is a compact device that sits atop a canister of butane rather than holding it inside a handle. As such it’s not going to add a lot of luster to your kitchen but it will allow you to explore the wide world of searing and glazing. It’s also one of the few we’d recommend taking camping with you, as you don’t have to worry about appearances and it doesn’t take up much room.

Regardless of where you decide to employ it, however, it gets the job done with welcome efficiency and effectiveness. It hits all the control beats that a more involved chefs blow torch will (or should) hit. For instance, there’s a simple on/off knob, a straightforward ignition switch and an easy to use flame adjustment wheel. While it won’t win any style points no one is going to care when they’re downing your incredible sesame seared tuna. Love this product? Check out our review of the best pizza stones for our top picks.

Speaking of minimalist kitchen torch devices… The Searzall Stainless Steel Torch attachment is about as minimalist as they come. It’s a stainless steel head that screws onto your propane blowtorch and breaks up the high-intensity flame into a more diffuse and useful (from a culinary standpoint) state. It features 2 layers of fine steel mesh that spread out the heat, along with an aluminum adapter and the other hardware you need to safely attach it to your propane blowtorch.

While this type of sous vide torch isn’t going to enjoy widespread appeal (primarily due to the lack of integrated safety features and, of course, the look) there will be those who find a lot to like in its ability to produce a high-quality sear, even on very uneven surfaces. That’s something that’s often hard to achieve with many more attractive and affordable kitchen torches. Find more great products like this by checking out our guide to the best smart kitchen gadgets.

For the final item on our best kitchen torch list we return to the land of the attractive all-encompassing torch. The LiBa is attractive, well balanced, has all the features you want to see in a crème brulee torch (child lock, adjustable flame, electric start, fuel gauge window) and throws in anti-flare technology for good measure.

It can achieve a max temperature of 2730 Fahrenheit, project the flame out as far as 6 inches and it’s compatible with any long stem universal butane canister. The heavy-duty mat finish aluminum body is durable and easy to clean and when you’re done there’s a wide, rock solid stand to store it on. You may also like some of the best double boilers from our list, so check them out.