No matter your mobility issues, if you have the ability to use your arms and reach for something, a good reacher grabber device can be a fantastic addition to your bag of tricks. From short grabbers that are meant for light duty to heavy grabbers that can lift full mason jars without bowing, the best reacher grabber is the one that suits your lifestyle.
Just as with any other product on the market, the best of the reacher grabber tools rise to the top of the heap. The following are among the best of the best:
The Medline 31” Reacher comes fully assembled and ready to use. Though it is an ultra light reacher, it can pick up a can of vegetables just as easily as it can snatch up a penny. The aluminum frame is professional grade, and the handle is ergonomically shaped. However, some users express dissatisfaction with the squeezing force required to use this reacher grabber.
The PikStik Pro Aluminum Reacher is 32” in length and offers several details that help make it one of the best-selling on the market. The jaws rotate a full 360 degrees, the jaws require very little force to close, and the automatic lock is activated with constant pressure. If you happen to forget about it and leave it outside, that’s okay – the design is rustproof and durable.
The 32” Aluminum Reacher with Magnetic Tips from DuraMed offers the reach you need with the convenience of magnets that can grab small metal objects, such as a paperclip, with ease. The attractive brushed aluminum frame is very lightweight, but some critics complain about the four-inch jaws, which don’t open wide enough to handle many canned goods.
Ontel Products offers a Deluxe Gopher Pick Up and Reaching Tool Set that has both good points and bad. The suction cups at the end of the grabbers can make for easy work of something like a piece of paper, but the strength can lift cans or heavy objects with ease. It is 17” in length and folds in half, making it storage easy. However, if the suction cups fall off it can be tough to repair the reacher grabber.
The 26” Folding Helping Hand Long-Reach Pick-up Gripper by RRT is similar to the Gopher but offers more length and better strength. The reacher grabber folds in half for neat storage, has suction cups that are firmly attached, and does very well with picking up heavier objects. For small and delicate objects, however, this model is found lacking by many critics.
If you are looking for a reacher grabber that gets into the hardest-to-reach places, you might like the 48” Pro Aluminum Mobility Reacher by PikStik. With a patented handle that intensifies gripping power and a lightweight frame that can handle cans and jars, there are few places this model can’t go. It has 5.5” jaws, no sharp edges and the ability to rotate 360 degrees to pick up items from any angle.
The PikStik Telescopic Reaching Arm can extend from 30” to 44” with the flick of a wrist. Capable of lifting up to five pounds, this adjustable reacher grabber can be rotated to pick up items from any angle. The locking mechanism ensures safety. The ergodynamic handle makes a strong grip easier to maintain.
The Ettore Grip and Grab has won rave reviews from critics for its elegant design, reach of 36” and ability to lift five pounds. Though the price is a bit more than that of other reacher grabbers, the longevity of the model might trump the extra cost.
Choosing the best reacher grabber depends greatly on how you intend to use it. Magnetic tips are great for those who want to pick up small metal objects, such as in an office setting; however, suction cups are great for picking up things like paper and pens. The regular rubberized grips should always be sturdy, and the handle should be easy to use.
For ease of use and storage, the 26” Folding Helping Hand Long-Reach Pick-Up Gripper is a great option. The strength offered by this model plus the ability to fold double for compact storage makes it a good option for those on the go.
If you want a reacher grabber that can handle a beating and keep reaching, look no further than the PikStik Pro Aluminum Reacher. This 32” model is known for its durability and rustproof frame, as well as the handy automatic lock.
If you are looking for an all-around great reacher grabber, the elegant Ettore Grip and Grab offers all the benefits with superior strength. You might pay more for this model than you would for the competition, but the ease of use is worth the extra cash.
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