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Best Wine Dispenser
Standout Picks
Criteria Used for Evaluation
Ease of Use
The easier it is to use, the more often you will use it and the less wine you will waste
This was pretty much the most important thing that we looked at, because if you can’t figure out how to use it, it’s not going to be all that helpful to you. We wanted to select options that were as easy to use as pressing a single button, and for the most part all designs we came across used one single button found on the top of the unit. Placing a bottle into a decanter is a great way to aerate it, but it does come with a few drawbacks. First, it means that the entire bottle has been exposed to air, and while it is perfect for drinking in that moment, it’s not going to be as good the following day. Also, decanters also come in some pretty odd shapes that are narrow at the neck and wide at the base. This design makes decanters next to impossible to clean thoroughly. We wanted to make sure that the designs that we selected were as easy to clean as they were to use. For the predominate styles that affix to the top of the bottle, all users will have to do to give it a good clean is to fill and empty bottle with water and run it through a few times until the water runs clear. Ensuring that your unit is clean is the best way to ensure that every glass is as good as the first.
Portability
For the times that you are out and about camping or lounging at the beach, you want something that you will be able to pack up with the rest of your gear.
When we say take your wine game on the road- we don’t actually mean while you are on the road! Whether you are spending the weekend at the campsite, or spending the day at the beach, these little gadgets are perfect to ensure that even the cheap gas station bottle that you picked up on the way to the lake house will taste just as good as some of the higher end bottles you get at the liquor store. That’s why we wanted to ensure that we selected designs that ran off of batteries- and the fewer batteries the better! Designs that run on batteries are a cinch to toss into a suitcase or a backpack when you are heading away from home for the weekend. We were also drawn to designs that came with a carrying bag that was included with purchase. These drawstring bags are great to ensure that you always have a pair of extra batteries, as well as all of the straws that are designed to work with other sized bottles. No matter where you are heading, popping one of these little gadgets into your bag will ensure you will have the best of the best wherever your travels may take you.
Features
Everyone loves a product that does more than what they would expect.
Just like with anything else, we love gadgets that can perform more than one task. These gadgets are designed to pour a bottle in a proper way, but we also like when they have a plethora of other features to enhance the flavor of your glass. We made sure to select designs that were also able to aerate the bottle as well, because that means that the glass is just going to taste better. Exposing it to air means that all of the unwanted compounds that can mask the subtitles of a bottle will disintegrate when exposed to air, which means they will never come in contact with your tongue. We also wanted to be sure that we selected designs that had the benefit of using more than one type of straw so that you could use it for different types of bottles. A soft straw is used for younger bottles that you want to be sure to get every last drop. The harder straw is used for bottles that may be a little bit older and have some sediment at the bottom that you would rather leave behind rather than drink. We also kept a lookout for companies that offered any type of guarantee for their products, because these little gadgets have a few problem areas where the straws connect as well as on the buttons that may give users problems down the line.
Materials
High quality materials means that it will be able to hold up over time.
If it isn’t made from quality materials, it isn’t going to be something that is really going to hold up over time. One would typically assume that stainless steel is better and plastic is worse- but that might not necessarily be the case in this instance. Both material choices both have their positives and negatives, so we can’t really say which material is better than the other. When conducting our research, we made sure that each company utilized the best grade of material. That means that instead of using simplic plastic, we made sure that they used ABS plastic- which is known to be a lot more sturdy and resilient, and very hard to break. Also, instead of selecting designs that use metal, we made sure to select the ones that used stainless steel. Stainless steel is great because it look sleek and stylish, but it also won’t rust, and it is a surface that will not hold on to odors that could affect the taste of your bottle over time. We equally liked the use of stainless steel and ABS plastic because they are both pretty indestructible and very easy to clean when the time comes.
Value
No one wants to spend more money than they need to, and sometimes more expensive doesn't necessarily mean its better.
Last but not least- we looked at value. The price of these types of units can run all over the map, from the price of a cheap gas station bottle all the way up to the price of a used car. We wanted to select designs that were still within the realm of reason, and tried to select designs that didn’t cost more than you would spend on an expensive bottle. For the most part, the bottle topper designs were typically priced in the same range, and the NutriChef option, for example, would probably set you back about the same amount that you would spend to fill up your car with gas. There were some higher end options that cost a lot more than the average priced options, but these designs were typically countertop designs that used a lot more raw material than the smaller bottle topper options. Users typically love these gadgets because they take a cheap bottle and make it taste like it descended from the top shelf, so we assumed that these users would be more interested in the averaged priced options.
Top 10 Picks
1. NutriChef
We loved the NutriChef design because it has a great design that will look great on your kitchen table, and it comes with a lot of extra features that makes it compatible with just about anything. What makes it our number one pick is the combination of the rave users reviews, affordable price point, and the high quality of materials used for this option.
Read moreEase of use:
Using the NutriChef option is as easy as pressing a button. To get started, just load it up with 3 AAA batteries into the main chamber. Uncork your bottle, and then affix this unit on the open lip. Place your glass under the spigot and, and press the button on the top. The liquid will move through the straw where it will be aerated, and enter your glass perfectly aerated like you would get in a restaurant.
Portability:
What we really loved about this option is that it comes with a drawstring carrying case so you back easily pack this into your suitcase when traveling home for the holidays. The small frame also makes it very easy to store when not in use, and the carrying case will ensure that you will never lose the extra straws in a messy utensil drawer.
Features:
The best thing about this option is that it aerates while in use. This means that it can perfectly aerate each individual glass without limiting the lifespan of your bottle. Plus, this design is a cinch to clean. Simply fill your empty bottle with water, and run this unit until the water runs clear.
Materials:
NutriChef did not skimp on materials used for this option. The exterior as well as the interior components that aerate are all made from a high quality stainless steel. It also comes with two hard and soft plastic straws that are perfect for most bottles.
Value:
The cost of this unit runs about in the middle of the road. It isn’t the most expensive design out there on the market, but it isn’t the least expensive either. All in all, this is a really great price for this design.
Overall:
This is our favorite pick because it checks all of the boxes on what makes for a product that goes above and beyond what it sets out to do. It is made from quality materials, it is easy to use, and it won’t break the bank.
2. TSTWA
What users really loved most about the TSTWA is that is has a great exterior design that will look lovely on any dinner table, and it is incredibly easy to use. The interior chamber perfectly aerates in just one second to deliver you and your dinner guests the perfect glass.
Read moreEase of use:
One of the best features about this option is that it is incredibly easy to use. Simply load up the back of the unit with 2 AA batteries, and then slide the plate back. Attach a straw that matches the size of the bottle that you are going to use, and press the button along the top. In seconds, you will have a perfectly aerated glass from the slender spigot that runs along the side of the unit.
Portability:
Whether you are hosting a dinner party, enjoying a romantic picnic on the beach, or even just hanging out at the campsite- this design is made to travel with you just about anywhere. Since in screws on top of the bottle, it can come along anywhere your bottle can travel. Keep in mind, however, that it doesn’t come with a carrying case like some of the other designs.
Features:
What users really love about this option is that it can aerate in just one second. This means that each time you pour, you will get a perfectly aerated glass. Plus, this option is incredibly easy to clean- unlike classic decanters. SImply fill your empty bottle with water, and run this unit for a few seconds at a time until the bottle in empty and your unit is clean.
Materials:
The main compartment as well as the two straws that are included are made from a durable plastic material. Plastic if great for traveling because it doesn’t bring a lot of extra weight to your gear.
Value:
The price of this unit runs about in the middle of the road. It is slightly more affordable than the NutriChef option, but not by much. Considering how easy this unit is to use, we feel this is an excellent price point.
Overall:
For those that are looking for something that is lightweight, easy to use, and can work on other bottles- such as whiskey- as well, this is going to be a really great addition to your dinner parties.
3. BOXXLE
BOXXLE does things a little bit differently than most. This unit is designed to sit right on top of your counter, and can easily hold one 3 liter bag. This unit is only good for boxed and bagged options, but the convenience and ease of use as well as the sharp design makes this option worth a look.
Read moreEase of use:
It doesn’t get any easier than this. To use this option, simply place the spigot attachment onto your bag, and slide it down into the chamber the same way you would position a trash bag on a can. Once it is securely in place, close the lid until it clicks, and you are ready to pour! What’s great about this option is that it doesn’t require an batteries for use.
Portability:
The BOXXLE option tends to fall short in the portability department, but it doesn’t mean that you won’t be able to take it with you on the go. It only weighs about 5.5 pounds- just slightly more than a bag of sugar.
Features:
Our favorite feature about this option is that is offers a really sleek look on your countertop. Often, boxed options get a bad rap compared to their bottled counterparts. Using this sleek stainless steel container can really elevate any bagged or boxes options for your next dinner party.
Materials:
This option uses a mixture of both ABS plastic as well as stainless steel. It is offered in three colors that will match pretty much any kitchen, and include stainless steel, red, and black.
Value:
The downside to this option is that it comes in at a pretty high cost. This option costs double as some of the more reasonably priced bottle options such as NutriChef. However, if you are looking to elevate you boxes game, this is going to be well worth the padded price tag.
Overall:
We feel that this is a great solution to the classic boxes dilemma where users have to hoist the box over the end of the sink to get to the bottom of the bag. This sleek and stylish design sets out to eliminate that struggle.
4. Gourmia
What we liked most about this option is that users find that it does an excellent job of creating a perfect glass with just the simple touch of a button. It does take a few most batteries than some of the other opinions, but it provides a lot more surface oxidation than some of the other options out there on the market.
Read moreEase of use:
Just like any of the other options out there on the market that affix to the opening of a bottle, this option is as easy to use as pressing a button. Simply load it up with 6 AA batteries into the base, and affix it to the opening of your bottle. Once it is securely in place, press the button at the top and watch as golden and aerated liquid slowly fills your glass.
Portability:
We love how easy this unit it to take with you on the go. Whether you are hosting a dinner party, heading home for the holidays, or heading out to the campsite for the weekend- this unit is small and light enough to come along with you. Plus, is comes with a convenient drawstring carrying case to ensure that you don’t lose any of the straws or components.
Features:
Our favorite feature about this option is that is aerates and oxidizes while it pours to get rid of unwanted compounds, meaning that you will taste more of the fruits and subtle essences rather than bitter compounds. Plus, it works fast. It is able to pump out about 1-2 ounces of perfect liquid per second.
Materials:
This unit is composed of BPA free and FDA approved plastic material for both the base as well as the the straws that are included. It does not come with the 6 AA batteries that are required to work this design.
Value:
Just like all of the other bottle options, this cost of this unit runs about in the middle of the road. It isn’t the most expensive design out there, but is is far from the least expensive. It will likely set you back about as much as you would spend on a bottle on the very top shelf.
Overall:
This is a great option for anyone that not only wants to preserve their bottle for longer, but that also wants a perfectly aerated glass with every use. Plus, users love that it is incredibly easy to clean.
5. Belwares
The Belwares is similar to the BOXXLE design, only it uses bottles instead of bags and boxes. It is designed to sit full time on your countertop alongside your coffee pot, and it can hold one standard sized bottle at a time.
Read moreEase of Use:
This option may just bit a tad easier to use than the other bottle options that affix to the top of the bottle. To use this tabletop option, simply place an opened bottle into the narrow holder, and then place the lid down until it clicks. Place your glass underneath, and press the button to begin pouring a perfectly aerated singular glass. Surprisingly, this design only requires 2 AA batteries that are not included with purchase.
Portability:
While the design of this option isn’t inherently made to travel from place to place doesn’t mean that it can’t. Taking into consideration that it only weighs just over 3 pounds, and it uses batteries (rather than plugging it into a wall outlet), taking this device with you on the go is simple. It may take up a little bit more room in your pack than some of the other bottle topper options, but is really won’t take up any more room than an actual bottle.
Features:
Our favorite part about this option is that it can perfectly aerate one glass at a time- meaning that there will be far less waste. This design is also a snap to clean. All users will need to do is place a bottle filled with warm water into the base and run it until the water run clear.
Materials:
Weighing in at just over 3 pounds, it’s no surprise that this unit is made completely of plastic. It also utilizes 2 different size plastic straws for various bottle types.
Value:
If you were in the market for a countertop design, this option is far less expensive than the BOXXLE design. However, it is still more expensive than the bottle topper options like the design from NutriChef.
Overall:
For those users that like the idea of a table top enclosed dispenser that hides the label in its casing (so you can tell your guests you bought an expensive bottle when it’s really just a bottom shelf option), this is an excellent option that will look great on any dinner table or countertop.
6. Vino Quick
What we loved most about the Vino Quicky design is that it is incredibly easy to use, and it is made from high quality materials that will hold up with extended use. Users love that it makes even the cheapest bottles taste expensive.
Read moreEase of use:
Just like any other bottle topper option, this design is incredibly easy to use. Simply load it up with 6 AA batteries, and close the case up. Place this unit on top of an opened bottle, and press the large button that runs along the top.
Portability:
We love how easy it is to take this unit on the go. It’s perfect for using at home for dinner parties or even daily use, but it is also small and lightweight enough to toss into your camping gear or picnic basket while on the go.
Features:
This unit is 6 times more effective at properly aerating than your typical decanter. Plus, because it can aerate per glass (instead of the entire bottle), it means that you will be able to enjoy your bottle longer than just one night.
Materials:
Weighing in at under 1 pounds (15.2 ounces, to be exactly), it comes as no surprise that is is make from 100 percent plastic. The plastic cover is actually pretty great at preventing damage from humidity, as well as corrosion with use over time.
Value:
One of your favorite features about this design is that it comes in at a price point that cost about half of what some of the other similar designs out there on the market cost. Plus, it comes with a 1 year warranty in case anything goes wrong with any of the pieces and components in your unit.
Overall:
This is a really great option for those that want to give these gadgets a try, but are reluctant to pay the higher price point. Taking into consideration the lower price point as well as the one year warranty, this option is worth a try.
7. WOHOME
It’s hard not to be taken in by the charm of the design of this option. While it offers a unique and playful barrel design, it isn’t without its flaws. Users love that this option is sure to get a reaction when placed on the dinner table, but it just takes a little bit longer to pour than some of the other options out there on the market.
Read moreEase of use:
Simply place this unit on the top of an opened bottle, and press the button along the top to begin to pour. It uses 6 AA batteries (that are included with purchase), and some users have found that places these batteries into the case is incredibly difficult. Some users feel that it sits a little loosely on the lid, and it takes about 6 seconds to aerate from the bottle to your glass.
Portability:
Weighing in at just 13.6 6 ounces, this design is made to travel. While it is made to be used at home and for dinner parties, it is small enough to be thrown into a suitcase for traveling home for the holidays, or packed into a picnic baskets.
Features:
Our favorite feature about this option is the design. It has a faux wood barrel base that pours the contents of a bottle via a spout at the bottom of the barrel.
Materials:
The base of this unit is made from plastic, and all of the interior components used to aerate your bottle are made from stainless steel. It takes 6 AA batteries, and these batteries are included with purchase.
Value:
What users love most about the WOHOME option is the price. This is, by far, one of the most affordable options out there on the market, and will set you back about the same price that you would pay for one of the lower shelf bottles.
Overall:
While it does have its shortcomings- such as a loose fit, and slower aeration process, this is one of the most affordable options out there on the market and it certainly worth checking out.
8. DU VINO
Taking a break from the conventional pourers that are made to look sleek and stylish on a dinner table, we bring you the DU VINO bag. This is the pinnacle of portable, and is perfect for taking along to festivals or camping.
Read moreEase of use:
Nothing is easier than using this smart little bag. It will hold one bag of boxed, or one bottle using the disposable plastic bladders that are included with purchase. Once your bag is loaded, simply unstop the spout in the bottom corner and use it to fill up your cup.
Portability:
On a scale of 1 to 100, this design scores a 100 on the portability scale. If you are looking to take your show on the road, this is a great way to do it. It has a low profile that hugs close to your body, and long comfortable straps so you can find the perfect fit for you.
Features:
Users love that they aren’t limited to the types of liquid that can be carried in this bag. It is designed to use boxed and bagged options, but the addition of a few disposable plastic bladders are perfect for bottles or other types of liquor.
Materials:
The exterior is made from a very soft and durable neoprene that is incredibly soft. Plus, neoprene is perfect to wipe down when you need to do a little bit of spot cleaning. It can also be tossed into the washing machine. It comes with 2 disposable plastic baggies.
Value:
Users love that this option comes in at a very affordable price point. While it isn’t the most affordable option out there on the market, it is far from being one of the more expensive options.
Overall:
While this option is going to be the best for fully aerating and keeping your bottles fresh, this is going to be the best option for taking with you to the campsite and long festivals.
9. Weekend Fun
This option is great because it can fully aerate a single glass at a time, plus it will be able to keep a bottle fresher for a longer period of time- which means no more throwing questionable bottles right down the drain. Users really love that this option has a sleek design that will great on any dinner table.
Read moreEase of use:
Using this option is as simple as pressing a button. First, you will need to load up the 4 AAA batteries into the chamber on the base of the unit (these batteries are not included with purchase). After the batteries are loaded, place the base of the unit on an open bottle and press but button along the top to pour.
Portability:
This unit is incredibly small and lightweight, making it perfect to take with you to the campsite for the weekend or pack into a picnic basket. However, the sleek design also means that it is a great design to use at home for dinner parties or even for daily use.
Features:
In addition to keeping your bottle fresh, the electric motor inside of the unit serves to aerate the bottle before it even touches your glass. In classic decanters, this process can take up to 30-120 minutes, but with this little gadget, it only takes a few seconds.
Materials:
This product along with all of the interior components are made from stainless steel, and are accented with a gold coating. The straws used for this design are made from plastic.
Value:
All in all, the cost of this design runs pretty par for the course. It isn’t the most expensive design out there, but it isn’t the least expensive either. It will likely set you back the same amount you would spend on a bottle from the top shelf.
Overall:
We like this option because it is made from high quality materials, it is easy to use, and it looks great on any dinner table. Users love that it can improve the taste of even the most inexpensive bottles.
10. Vinaera
Vinaera may claim to be the very first electric aerator/dispenser, but it’s incredibly high price tag lands this design at the bottom of our list. This unit has a powerful electric motor that does an amazing job at removing unwanted compounds from your bottle one glass at a time.
Read moreEase of use:
To use this option, simply load up the base with 6 AAA batteries that are not included with purchase. Once the batteries are installed, place the base of the unit on the top of a opened bottle and secure it in place so there in a tight seal. Then, place your glass under the spigot and press the button at the top. It can fully aerate in seconds, and provides 6 times more air content than traditional methods.
Portability:
Weighing in at 6.1 ounces, this is a cinch to take with you on the go without weighing you down too much. Plus, it is a little bit smaller than many of the other options out there on the market which means it will take up less room in a suitcase.
Features:
What users love most about this option is that the aeration is incredible. Users find that this little unit really brings out all of the flavors of their bottle while removing unwanted compounds such as sulfides.
Materials:
This unit is made from PET and ABS resin, with stainless steel components and a rubber grip along the sides of the base.
Value:
While this unit does a really great job at really infusing a lot of oxygen into your glass as well as removing unwanted compounds, it comes in at a price tag that might knock your socks off. This unit costs three times as much as many of the averaged priced options such as the NutriChef design.
Overall:
We liked this option because it is made from high quality materials, and users love that it really can transform a cheap bottle into something special that tastes expensive.
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