7 Egg Poachers That Will Make Any Meal a Breeze

Williams Sonoma Egg Poacher Set of 2

These silicone baskets are one of the smaller options on the market. They are easy to store with a folding handle and are top-rack dishwasher safe. The basket prevents the egg from breaking apart when you cook it on the stovetop or in an Instant Pot.

Pros: Makes two poached eggs, so ideal for one or two people. Smaller so takes less storage space, and is top-rack dishwasher safe. Can be used with an Instant Pot as well as in a pan on the stovetop.

Cons: You would need to buy a second set to make four eggs at the same time.

OXO Good Grips Silicone Egg Poachers

Another smaller option, these adorable bright yellow egg poachers, are simple to use—place them in a pot of simmering water and then crack the egg into them—and you'll get well-formed poached eggs.

Pros: Easy to use and dishwasher safe. Plus, cute.

Cons: Some reviewers said they are hard to get clean unless you immediately rinse them after use.

Poached Egg Cooker With Ring Standers

At less than $8, this set of egg poachers is a bargain. It makes four poached eggs using individual silicone cups. You place the cups in simmering water and crack the egg into them. 

Pros: Reasonably priced and cooks four eggs at one time. It's easier to clean than some of the other options. The cups can also be used for other culinary tasks, such as melting chocolate.

Cons: Eggs can be difficult to remove from the water as the cups do not have handles. Requires using cooking spray on the interior of the cups to prevent the eggs from sticking.

Demeyere Stainless Steel Egg Poacher

If poached eggs are a mainstay of your family brunch, you need a way to make a lot of them quickly. Enter the Demeyere Stainless Steel egg poacher. The pan with removable nonstick stainless stick egg cups makes four poached eggs at a time. You can also use it to steam dim sum or use it without the poacher as a skillet, and the whole contraption is dishwasher safe.

Pros: Makes four poached eggs at a time and is easy to use the pan straight away for four more. You can also use it to steam dim sum or use it without the poacher as a skillet, and the whole contraption is dishwasher safe.

Cons: Costs more than other options—but includes a pan.

Our Place Egg Poacher

This poached egg tool from Our Place cookware pairs with their Always Pan to make a set that is similar to the Demeyere pan. The difference is that this is an add-on to use with a separate pan—and is made from silicone.

Pros: The silicone baskets and tray make creating four eggs at a time easy. The set is easy to clean and dishwasher safe—and available in six colorways.

Cons: It can take some practice to get the eggs out of the basket, and it's hard to use if you only want to make one or two eggs at a time.

Ramekins (Set of 6)

It takes some practice, but you can make poached eggs at home with just a simple ramekin and a slotted spoon. While your water is boiling, crack the eggs into individual ramekins, and then when the water is ready, slowly dip the ramekins just below the water to tip the eggs in.

Pros: You may already have ramekins in your kitchen and even if you need to buy them, you can use them for other cooking and baking.

Cons: Holding the ramekins above the boiling water and tipping the eggs in takes practice.

GIR: Get It Right Premium Perforated Spoon

If you're using the ramekin technique—or a basic recipe with a pan and water—you'll also need a slotted spoon to gently remove the eggs and allow the water to drain for non-soggy eggs. This non-stick iteration will make quick work of the task and can be used for many other kitchen needs as well.