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The 10 Best Salt & Pepper Mills as of July 2026

Updated 2 July 2026 ยท Reviewed by the Pickarank team ยท Prices in GBP, subject to change

We compared the best salt & pepper mills you can buy in 2026, scoring each out of 10 on performance, value, build quality and features. Here are the ten worth your money โ€” with an at-a-glance table and the current best prices.

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Our top picks at a glance

Top pick

Cole & Mason Derwent

9.0Best overall
Check price on Amazon โ‰ˆ ยฃ40 (pair)
Best value

Russell Hobbs Electric Mills

8.3Best value electric
Check price on Amazon โ‰ˆ ยฃ25 (pair)
Also great

Peugeot Paris u'Select

8.9Best premium
Check price on Amazon โ‰ˆ ยฃ70 (each)

Prices were correct at the time of writing and change often โ€” tap through for today's price on Amazon.

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How we ranked these salt & pepper mills

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

  • Performance (35%) โ€” how well each salt and pepper mill does its core job.
  • Value (25%) โ€” quality and features for the price.
  • Build & reliability (20%) โ€” materials, longevity and warranty.
  • Features (20%) โ€” meaningful extras that improve the experience.

We also weigh real-world owner reviews โ€” star ratings and how many people left them โ€” and whether each product has the features you'd expect in its class.

At a glance: top 10 compared

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#Salt & Pepper MillsScoreBest forTypeApprox. PriceAmazon links
1Cole & Mason Derwent9.0Best overallManualยฃ40 (pair)View Price
2Peugeot Paris u'Select8.9Best premiumManualยฃ70 (each)View Price
3Cole & Mason Precision+ Electric8.7Best electricElectricยฃ45 (pair)View Price
4Zwilling Enfinigy Electric8.6Best design electricElectricยฃ90 (pair)View Price
5OXO Good Grips Mess-Free8.5Best mess-freeManualยฃ25 (each)View Price
6Zassenhaus Santiago8.4Best manual mechanismManualยฃ35 (each)View Price
7Russell Hobbs Electric Mills8.3Best value electricElectricยฃ25 (pair)View Price
8KitchenCraft Wooden Mills8.2Best budget manualManualยฃ18 (pair)View Price
9Sarut Glass Mills8.1Best see-throughManualยฃ20 (pair)View Price
10Amazon Basics Salt & Pepper Mills8.0Best ultra-budgetManualยฃ14 (pair)View Price

The full ranking

1
Best overall

Cole & Mason Derwent

9.0Our number one pick.

The Cole & Mason Derwent pairs a precise, adjustable carbon-steel pepper mechanism and ceramic salt grinder with a weighty, classic design and a large capacity. It is pricier than basics, but the grind quality, adjustability and build are excellent.

Grind: 9.2Adjustability: 9.2Build: 9.2Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Precise adjustable grind
  • Large capacity
  • Quality carbon-steel and ceramic mechanisms
Cons
  • Pricier than supermarket mills
  • Fills from the base
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ ยฃ40 (pair)
2
Best premium

Peugeot Paris u'Select

8.9A superb runner-up.

Peugeot's Paris mills use the brand's famous case-hardened steel pepper mechanism with a u'Select dial for repeatable grind settings, a benchmark for seasoning enthusiasts. They are expensive and sold singly, but the mechanism and longevity are excellent.

Grind: 9.6Adjustability: 9.4Build: 9.4Value: 8.0
Pros
  • Legendary pepper mechanism
  • Repeatable u'Select settings
  • Lifetime-quality build
Cons
  • Expensive
  • Sold individually
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ ยฃ70 (each)
3
Best electric

Cole & Mason Precision+ Electric

8.7Rounds out our top three.

The Cole & Mason electric mills grind at the push of a button with a built-in light and adjustable coarseness, brilliant for one-handed seasoning while cooking. They need batteries, but the convenience and grind control are excellent.

Grind: 8.8Adjustability: 9.0Build: 8.8Value: 8.8
Pros
  • One-handed push-button grind
  • Built-in light
  • Adjustable coarseness
Cons
  • Needs batteries
  • Louder than manual
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ ยฃ45 (pair)
4
Best design electric

Zwilling Enfinigy Electric

8.6A standout in the upper half.

Zwilling's Enfinigy electric mills combine a sleek, premium design with USB-rechargeable power and quiet ceramic grinders. They are expensive, but the design, rechargeable convenience and grind are excellent.

Grind: 8.8Adjustability: 8.6Build: 9.0Value: 8.2
Pros
  • Sleek premium design
  • USB rechargeable
  • Quiet ceramic grinders
Cons
  • Expensive
  • Fewer coarseness steps
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ ยฃ90 (pair)
5
Best mess-free

OXO Good Grips Mess-Free

8.5A well-rounded mid-table pick.

OXO's Mess-Free mills grind from the top and catch stray grounds in a clear cap, keeping worktops clean, with a non-slip adjustable grind. They are sold singly, but the tidy design and comfort are excellent.

Grind: 8.6Adjustability: 8.8Build: 8.6Value: 8.8
Pros
  • Catches stray grounds
  • Comfortable non-slip body
  • Adjustable grind
Cons
  • Sold individually
  • Plastic body
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ ยฃ25 (each)
6
Best manual mechanism

Zassenhaus Santiago

8.4Great value in the middle of the pack.

Zassenhaus mills use a durable carbon-steel mechanism with a lifetime guarantee and a classic wooden body prized for consistent grinds. They are sold singly, but the mechanism and longevity are excellent.

Grind: 9.0Adjustability: 8.8Build: 9.0Value: 8.4
Pros
  • Durable steel mechanism
  • Lifetime guarantee
  • Classic wooden body
Cons
  • Sold individually
  • Traditional look only
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ ยฃ35 (each)
7
Best value electric

Russell Hobbs Electric Mills

8.3A dependable pick if the price is right.

The Russell Hobbs electric mills offer push-button grinding with lights at a friendly price, a great value way into electric seasoning. The mechanisms are less refined, but the convenience and value are good.

Grind: 8.2Adjustability: 8.2Build: 8.2Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Affordable electric pair
  • Built-in lights
  • Easy one-handed use
Cons
  • Less refined grind
  • Battery-powered
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ ยฃ25 (pair)
8
Best budget manual

KitchenCraft Wooden Mills

8.2Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

KitchenCraft's wooden mills give solid manual grinding and an adjustable ceramic mechanism at a low price, dependable everyday seasoning. The finish is basic, but for the money the value is good.

Grind: 8.2Adjustability: 8.4Build: 8.2Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Affordable pair
  • Adjustable ceramic grind
  • Refillable
Cons
  • Basic finish
  • Smaller capacity
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ ยฃ18 (pair)
9
Best see-through

Sarut Glass Mills

8.1A budget-friendly option worth a look.

These clear-bodied glass mills let you see when a refill is due and add a clean, modern look to the table, with a ceramic grinder. They are lighter and simpler, but the visibility and value are good.

Grind: 8.2Adjustability: 8.2Build: 8.2Value: 8.8
Pros
  • See refill levels
  • Modern glass look
  • Ceramic grinder
Cons
  • Lighter build
  • Basic mechanism
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ ยฃ20 (pair)
10
Best ultra-budget

Amazon Basics Salt & Pepper Mills

8.0Rounds out our top ten.

The Amazon Basics mills cover the basics of adjustable grinding at a rock-bottom price, a sensible cheap starter pair. They are basic, but for the money they do the job.

Grind: 8.0Adjustability: 8.2Build: 8.0Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Very cheap pair
  • Adjustable grind
  • Refillable
Cons
  • Basic mechanism
  • Plain design
Check price on Amazonโ‰ˆ ยฃ14 (pair)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the salt & pepper mills in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the Cole & Mason Derwent, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Peugeot Paris u'Select and Cole & Mason Precision+ Electric are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best salt & pepper mills without overthinking it, the Cole & Mason Derwent is our top recommendation โ€” it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon โ‰ˆ ยฃ40 (pair)

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