I like apples but I've never been a fan of the form factor, since they tend to be tough on the teeth and jaws. The OXO Apple Divider cores and chops in one fell swoop. Total preparation time, including rinsing it off afterwards: 30 seconds max, 20 if I'm in a hurry. Like other OXO products I've tried, the OXO Apple Divider is simply a well-designed, well-built version of a classic tool - in this case, a corer/slicer featuring their trademark "good grips" and sharp blades.

I appreciate it every time I use it because I'm a chocoholic with easy access during the day to cookies and hot chocolate. Bringing a plastic container filled with wholesome, fresh, organic apple chunks makes it easier for me to resist the lure of chocolate and opt for a healthy and delicious desert instead. If you want a quick and easy way to replace the cookies and candy bars in your life with apples, the OXO Apple Divider is one single-use tool that's worth keeping around.

-- Jonathan Steigman

We we bought this and use it regularly on potatoes to make oven fries. Slice the potato with it, toss in olive oil and spices of your choice, and bake on a non-stick sheet for 20-30 minutes, 450 degrees, turning once. I didn't even know it was actually for apples until I saw it on cool tools.

-- Julee Bode

OXO Apple Divider
$9
Available from Amazon

Manufactured by and available from OXO International, LTD