BBQ-AID Pro BBQ Metal Spatula 17" Stainless Steel with Serrated Edge Acacia Handle Review (2026)

A turner built to double as a knife

The defining feature of this spatula is its serrated front edge, which lets you cut into a steak, burger, or chicken breast right on the grill to check doneness instead of switching to a separate knife. That serrated edge sits on a wide stainless steel turner head, described by the maker as thick enough to avoid bending or warping under the weight of larger cuts of meat. Combining a cutting edge with a flipping surface is convenient for anyone who tends doneness checks by cutting into food, since it removes a step from a multi-tool grilling routine and keeps one less utensil on the side table.

Stainless steel build and 17 inch length

The blade and shaft are stainless steel, which the manufacturer states is dishwasher safe and built for repeated use without rusting, a reasonable expectation for stainless cookware generally. At 17 inches overall, the tool keeps a griller's hand a reasonable distance from direct grate heat, which is a common design goal for long-handled grill tools. That length is closer to a standard long grill spatula than a compact kitchen turner, so it suits outdoor grilling more than indoor stovetop use, and it should comfortably reach across a full-size grill or griddle surface without forcing you to lean over open flame.

Acacia wood handle

The handle is acacia wood, paired with a stainless steel core running through it according to the manufacturer, which is meant to keep the grip cooler than an all-metal handle would get near heat. Acacia is a dense hardwood commonly used for kitchen tools because it holds up reasonably well to regular handling, and it gives the spatula a more finished look than an all-stainless tool. The tradeoff with any wood handle, acacia included, is that it should be hand washed and dried rather than run through a dishwasher, since repeated heat and moisture cycles can cause wood to crack or split over time.

Care and handling notes

Because the front edge is serrated for cutting, it needs a bit more care when washing or reaching for the tool than a plain-edged spatula would, similar to handling any kitchen knife. The stainless blade itself is dishwasher safe, but running the whole tool through a dishwasher is not recommended given the wood handle, so the practical routine is a quick hand wash and towel dry after each use. This is a small extra step compared to a fully metal, dishwasher-safe spatula, but it is a common tradeoff anyone buying a wood-handled grill tool should expect and plan for.

Who this spatula suits

This is a good fit for grillers who like a multi-purpose tool and do not mind an extra minute of hand care after cooking, especially anyone who already checks doneness by cutting into meat on the grate rather than relying on a separate meat thermometer. The combination of a wide, sturdy stainless head, a cutting edge, and a cooler-to-hold wood handle covers flipping, lifting, and cutting in one tool, which means fewer utensils to keep track of on a crowded side table during a cookout. Buyers who want a fully dishwasher-safe, no-maintenance grill tool, or who prefer an all-metal handle, may be better served by a simpler stainless spatula without the wood grip or serrated edge.

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