Mortar and Pestle, Christmas Gift-Sopito 18/8 Stainless Steel Spice Grinder Pill Crusher with Lid for Crushing Grinding Ergonomic Design with Anti Slip Base and Comfy Grip

One of the best pill crushers that I have ever used. So easy to use and with brush enables all contents to easily be extracted. Excellent material all around! Looks very professional and definitely worth the price after trying several others that were shoddy quality and design. Highly recommend!

This is an excellent tool, but if you want to use it for crushing pills, be aware that most elderly people will probably not have the hand and arm strength it takes to crush the pills into a fine powder. I do this for my mother and I am in my early 60's and it's not easy for me, and I am still very active and am a round-the-clock caregiver. I first tried a screw-type crusher which was painful to twist tightly, caused wrist and elbow inflammation, and left way too much grit in the cup which then had to be smashed with a spoon - way too much work. This mortar and pestle will pulverize the pills into a fine powder...if you have the strength to work with it.After pulverizing the pills, brush the powder out of the bowl with the small brush that's included in the set, and then brush the bowl again to get as much of the fine powder out as possible. Wipe the bowl with a paper towel after each use to remove residue. People have complained about the bowl having a padded bottom and therefore it cannot be submerged for washing, but it is not necessary to submerge it at all. I did my initial wash with hot water and soap while holding the bowl upright to keep the bottom dry. After that, a simple wipe with a clean cloth or slightly damp paper towel will suffice, since the inside of the bowl is not being touched by fingers or used for food. If you want to make sure it's thoroughly disinfected, wipe it with a little bit of alcohol on a cotton pad.I haven't used the plastic lid that comes in the set, but it's provided to keep the particles from flying out of the bowl as you smash pills. You might want to use it for awhile until you get used to the feel of the pestle and how the pills react to the force you apply. Although the product is advertised in the vendor's photo with the rounded end of the pestle in the bottom of the bowl, it is much more comfortable and effective to hold onto the round end and crush with the flatter end; otherwise, you have nothing to hold onto and it's very uncomfortable when you're applying force.Both mortar and pestle are solid stainless steel; the bowl is very sturdy, and the padding on the bottom keeps the bowl from sliding. Some complaints in the reviews mention the bowl rusting, pills turning gray, metal shavings coming off the bowl and mixing with the pills, and the bowl being hollow and unstable (no way). I have not experienced any of these issues, and I have been using the mortar and pestle twice a day for 9 weeks. Excellent product.

I have a dog who needs medication several times a day, but she cannot take pills, even though her pills are chewable, since she has no teeth. I was trying to crush the pills with a spoon then mix them with canned dog food, making a little "meatball", and she would gladly eat that. However, when I crushed the pill, it would "shatter" and the pieces would fly around, making me wonder if she actually got her full dose.This mortar and pestle is amazing! I put the pill into it, and with just a few taps with the pestle the pill is pulverized into a powder. I then add a half teaspoon of the dog food to the powder, mix it up, and she has the perfect little meatball of medicine. The mortar is deep enough that there's no chance of the pill powder flying out of it. After use, a simple wipe of the mortar with a soapy sponge and rinse and it's ready for the next job.I wish I had thought of this sooner! Not only is it perfect for pills, but since it's so easy to clean, it can be used for other things, too, like crushing spices or garlic for recipes.Both the mortar and pestle are heavy and solid. They feel very sturdy and comfortable to work with.

The mortar and pestle are crafted from high-quality stainless steel, giving them a sturdy and durable construction.When it comes to grinding and crushing ingredients, the Mortar and Pestle excels.Cleaning the mortar and pestle is a breeze. After each use, I simply rinse them with warm water and mild soap, then air dry thoroughly.Overall, I highly recommend the Culinary Essentials Mortar and Pestle to anyone looking to elevate their creations. With its durable construction, functionality, versatility, and easy cleaning, it's a must-have tool for anyone.

I have a cat that requires several pills a day and no way I'm facing that battle. This is my second set and for some reason the pestle on this one has a flat spot on the bottom instead of being rounded. It makes it a little more difficult to fully grind the pills. Since it's stainless steel, it's pretty sturdy.

Great quality works very well

Well made. It’s nice and solid, very well made. Works great for crushing pills and other things… Wish I had bought it sooner!