If you like to enjoy the nutty taste and fresh nuts like English walnuts, almond, Brazil nuts, hazelnuts, pecans, well, a nutcracker is a handy device you will need. Also, it will make a total mess if you use a hammer to crack the nut — the shell will be everywhere, and extra cleaning is required. But, most importantly, you have a lower chance to hurt your delicate fingers.
You can enjoy your nuts without shivering at the thought of cracking them with a suitable nutcracker. So, what exactly makes the right nutcrackers for you? It’s durable materials, easy to use, types and comfortable nutcracker handles.
So, this article addresses the essential information and the list of Malaysia’s top 10 nutcrackers in 2025.
1. TS Master Nutcracker
TS Master is the most traditional type of nutcracker. This durable nutcracker applies for walnut, crab claw cracker, and opener. Also, you can clean it with soap and water as it’s made with stainless steel. However, the palm of your hands might get tired or hurt with the stainless steel handle.
Specification:
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Product Dimension: 17.5 x 7.8cm
Pros & Cons:
✅ Easy to use.
✅ Durable Material.
✅ Easy to store.
✅ Multifunctional
❌ Less comfortable handle.
Price: RM9.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
2. Multifunctional Nutcracker
The multifunctional nutcracker above can be applied for any shell food that fits the product dimension like nuts, clams, and crabs. Moreover, the tip of the nutcracker is to open clams, while the middle part is to open nuts and crabs. Also, the thick material made this nutcracker durable.
Specifications:
- Material: Zinc alloy
- Product Dimension: 7.4 x 13 x 0.9cm
Pros & Cons:
✅ Easy to use.
✅ Easy to store.
✅ Multifunctional nutcracker.
❌ Less comfortable handle.
Price: RM8.50
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
3. Anti-Slip Nutcracker
The anti-slip nutcracker above has the same functions as the traditional nutcracker. However, it comes in synthetic rubber to prevent the device slips away while our hands are oily and sweaty. So, it’s perfect to open oily food like crab and to avoid hand injuries while opening it.
Specifications:
- Material: Alluminium, Synthetic Rubber
- Product Dimension: 15.5 x 3.5cm
Pros & Cons:
✅ Easy to use.
✅ Easy to store.
✅ Multifunctional nutcracker.
✅ Anti-slip handle.
Price: RM17.00
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
4. Pecan Nutcracker
The nutcracker above is an innovative device that cracks the nuts inside a basket-shaped hole to prevent the shells fly off, making the cracking process less messy and easy to clean. However, the basket shape is not designed for all nut sizes and shapes.
Specifications:
- Material: Aluminum Alloy
- Product Dimension: 160 x 55 x 60mm
Pros & Cons:
✅ Mess-free.
✅ Easy to use.
✅ Durable materials.
❌ Less comfortable handle.
❌ Struggle with some nut types.
Price: RM9.43
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
5. Melon Seeds Pincer and Nutcracker
The stapler-like melon seeds pincer and nutcracker make your nut eating experience more enjoyable. Moreover, it cracks your melon seeds and nuts effortlessly. However, the stainless steel handle might make the fingers and palm of your hands less comfortable for long-term use.
Specifications:
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Product Dimension: 6 x 5 x 2.5cm (Small Size) 8 x 8 x 3cm (Large Size)
Pros & Cons:
✅ Easy to use.
✅ Heavy-duty materials.
✅ Smaller size and easy to carry about.
❌ Less comfortable handle.
Price: RM3.33
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
6. 2 in 1 Nutcracker
You can use the 2 in 1 nutcracker above to crack the nuts, minced garlic and ginger. Moreover, the front part of the nutcracker is to mince garlic, ginger, and shallots, while the lower part is to crack the nuts. So, your kitchen drawer will be more organized with this 2 in 1 nutcracker.
Specifications:
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Product Dimension: 2.8 x 16 cm
Pros & Cons:
✅ Multifunctional.
✅ Handy.
✅ Easy to use.
❌ Less comfortable handle.
❌ It can make a mess as the shells blast around.
Price: RM7.24
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
7. Heavy-Duty Nutcracker
The heavy-duty nutcracker above comes in a hardwood base and wooden handle. Moreover, you just need to place one nut between the metal and pull down the handle. Then, the nutshell will crack. However, it makes your nuts and shells blast around the room, turning out you have an extra cleaning duty.
Specifications:
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Product Dimension: 21 x 6 x 7 cm
Pros & Cons:
✅ Comfortable handgrip with the wood.
✅ Handy.
✅ Heavy-duty material.
❌ It can make a mess as the shells blast around.
❌ Hard to store.
Price: RM34.08
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
8. Industrial Pecan Cracker
With a maximum opening dimension of 3.7cm, you can use this cracker to open black walnuts, hazelnuts, California nuts, macadamia nuts and more. Moreover, you just need to place the nuts inside the triangle-shaped metal and squeeze the handle. Then, it will crack your nuts effectively without damaging the nuts inside.
Specifications:
- Material: Stainless Steel, Plastic
- Product Dimension: 7.5 x 4.9 cm
Pros & Cons:
✅ Anti-rust material.
✅ Small size and easy to store.
✅ Strong system.
❌ It can make a mess as the shells blast around.
Price: RM15.90
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
9. Squirrel-Shaped Nutcracker
This unique squirrel-shaped design nutcracker comes in an anti-slip bottom, making your cracking process less messy. Also, the long handgrip makes this device strong and energy-saving. What’s more, the zinc alloy material makes the appearance always look new. However, it might crush the nuts inside.
Specifications:
- Material: Zinc Alloy
- Product Dimension: 17.5 x 7.8cm
Pros & Cons:
✅ Unique design.
✅ Anti-slip bottom.
✅ Strong system.
❌ It might destroy the nuts.
❌ Hard to store with its shape.
Price: RM23.40
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
10. Funnel-Like Nutcrackers
This funnel-like nutcracker can be applied to every nut in all sizes — the smallest size is 25mm, and the largest size is 45mm. Also, the tube prevents the nutshells fly all over your kitchen or household. What’s more, the TPR plastic offers an anti-slip and easy-to-grab handle.
Specifications:
- Material: Zinc Alloy, TPR Plastic
- Product Dimension: 52 x 112 mm
Pros & Cons:
✅ Easy to use.
✅ Anti-slip grip.
✅ Mess-free.
Price: RM11.17
*Prices may vary at the time of purchase
Nuts are a great source of nutrients and aid in weight loss as a few nuts make you feel fuller. So, a nutcracker removes shells from nuts safely and efficiently. However, as stated before, opening a nut using a hammer might injure your hands and fingers. Thus, the following gives you a simple guide on the type of nutcracker that’s perfect for your needs.
- Comfort and Safety
Comfort and safety are the most crucial things as you crack more than one nut for your snacks. A nutcracker with an anti-slip grip or bottom prevents sudden tragedies and injuries.
- Design and materials
Before buying a nutcracker, it’s a must to check the design and materials. For instance, stainless steel, aluminium foil, and zinc nutcrackers are more durable and have a stronger system.
- Size and storage
A tabletop nutcracker is larger and cannot store in the kitchen drawer or cupboard. In contrast, a piler-style nutcracker is portable and easy to store. Moreover, avoid any unique design that takes up a lot of space.
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