New Product Kitchenaid Collapsible Colander

The scoop

If you’re tired of that bulky colander eating up all your cabinet space, KitchenAid just solved your problem. This collapsible colander at Costco is one of those “why didn’t I think of that” kitchen finds that actually lives up to the hype.

This isn’t some flimsy silicone thing that feels like it’ll fall apart after two uses. The KitchenAid Collapsible Colander expands to a generous 22.5 inches across when you need it, giving you a solid 4-quart capacity for draining pasta, washing vegetables, or rinsing berries. When you’re done, it collapses down to practically nothing for storage.

The KitchenAid name means something here—the construction feels sturdy and well-made. It’s dishwasher safe, which is essential because who wants to hand-wash a colander? The collapsible design doesn’t compromise functionality, which is honestly my biggest concern with space-saving kitchen gadgets.

Now, let’s be real: collapsible items can sometimes be a pain to expand and collapse repeatedly. Some users find these types of colanders require two hands to set up properly. But if cabinet space is tight in your kitchen (and whose isn’t?), that minor inconvenience is worth the trade-off.

Bottom Line: This is a smart buy if you’re short on storage space but don’t want to sacrifice functionality. The KitchenAid Collapsible Colander does exactly what it promises—it’s a full-sized colander when you need it and practically invisible when you don’t.