Everything you need to know about choosing perfect grill tongs.
Complete Tongs Comparison
Premium Tier ($20k-30k ARS / ~$20-30 USD)
Weber Premium 16":
- Price: $25,000 ARS
- Best: Overall quality
- Rating: 9.0/10
Victorinox Pro 14":
- Price: $22,000 ARS
- Best: Precision grip
- Rating: 8.8/10
Mid-Range ($10k-20k ARS / ~$10-20 USD)
Tramontina Professional 12":
- Price: $12,500 ARS
- Best: Value for money ⭐ RECOMMENDED
- Rating: 9.8/10
Arcos Spanish 12":
- Price: $18,500 ARS
- Best: European quality
- Rating: 8.5/10
Budget ($5k-10k ARS / ~$5-10 USD)
Generic Argentine 12":
- Price: $7,000 ARS
- Best: Starting out
- Rating: 7.0/10
Store Brand 11":
- Price: $5,500 ARS
- Best: Absolute budget
- Rating: 6.5/10
Feature Comparison
| Tongs | Length | Spring | Handle | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weber | 16" | ✅ | Silicone | 9.0 |
| Tramontina | 12" | ❌ | Wood | 9.8 |
| Victorinox | 14" | ✅ | Plastic | 8.8 |
| Arcos | 12" | ❌ | Composite | 8.5 |
| Generic | 12" | ❌ | Wood | 7.0 |
What Length?
10-11 inch: Too short, burn risk 12-14 inch: Perfect for most ⭐ 16 inch+: Long reach, bit heavy
For choripanes: 12-14 inch ideal
Spring vs No Spring?
WITH Spring: ✅ One-hand operation ✅ Comfortable squeeze ❌ Can tire hand ❌ Spring can weaken
WITHOUT Spring: ✅ Simpler, less to break ✅ Better feel ❌ Both hands sometimes ❌ Requires practice
Verdict: Personal preference. Both work.
Material Guide
Stainless Steel:
- Best rust resistance
- Easy cleaning
- Professional choice
- Higher cost
Chrome-plated Steel:
- Good mid-range
- Can chip over time
- Affordable
- Adequate for home use
Handle Types
Wood: ✅ Never gets hot ✅ Comfortable grip ✅ Classic look ❌ Requires care ❌ Can’t soak
Silicone: ✅ Heat resistant ✅ Non-slip ✅ Dishwasher safe ❌ Can degrade ❌ Modern look (not traditional)
Bare Metal: ❌ Gets HOT ❌ Uncomfortable ❌ Don’t buy these
Care Tips
After each use:
- Wash by hand
- Dry completely
- Hang to store
Monthly:
- Check for rust spots
- Tighten any loose parts
- Oil wood handles
Lasts: 5-10 years with care
My Final Verdict
Best overall: Tramontina Professional 12" ($12,500 ARS)
- Perfect length
- Great grip
- Wood handle
- Fair price
- Will last years
Premium choice: Weber 16" ($25,000 ARS)
- If budget allows
- Best build quality
- Lifetime warranty
Budget option: Generic 12" ($7,000 ARS)
- To start
- Learn basics
- Upgrade later
Don’t Skimp
Good tongs are essential. Cheap ones:
- Break quickly
- Burn you
- Drop food
- Frustrate
Spend $12-25k ARS once. Use for decade.
Better than replacing cheap ones annually.
Last update: February 2026