And the difference between this and a simple colander would be ...??
1321381
Suitable for RICE (grain), keeps the grain seeds insid the bowl. As for me a simple colander has bigger slots (on the bottom) to drain the water.
1321382
The design keeps the rice in whereas a regular colander much rice would wash out of the larger holes.
1321383
You have to ensure water flows out from the bottom hole of. Bottom is the point.
1321384
A colander has larger slots in the bottom and can be used with hot water. This item is more suitable for rinsing items like rice and quinoa. The holes in the bottom are small, therefore allowing the rice and quinoa to stay in the bowl and not fall through the larger slots found on a colander. This is not suitable for hot water rinsing, only for cold or slightly warm water.
1076519
kinda..but easier to take apart and wash the 2 pieces.......but this product isn't all it is cracked up to be...simpler to use a small pitcher............
995283
From reviewing the specs, I cannot see a difference. The exterior design is slightly different but I don't see a difference in function. If there are differences on the inside, I cannot tell.
509811
I do not know if there is a difference---would have to compare the thickness of materials, ventilation, etc. May just be a later model with no major difference at all.
427039
There is very little difference, as the lid is not super thick and sits flush on the pan. The pan is about 3" tall, with or without the lid. The 4" descriptor may be taking the height of the knob into account.
1707908
When the handles are fully extended, they measure 22 in. from end to end. Of course you need to allow for oeverlap of the counter so the colander has something to support it. That's arbitrary, but I would imagine you'd want a minimum of an inch on each side. Perhaps more if you are pouring a large amount of food into it, or if it is something that is a bit heavy.
1982295
The largest colander is 9 3/4" across at the top, 8 3/4" across at the bottom, and 9" deep. The smallest colander is 8 1/2" across at the top, 8 1/4" across the bottom, and 3 1/2" deep. Hope this helps you! :)
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George, I am not sure if there is a difference, and if there is it might be by size. I didn't have fruit in the house but had something... we get drain gnats in the country, and whatever else we might have had, we currently have none flying around being a nuisance. I loved this so much I went to Amazon and purchased in sets of two. I tried all kinds of DIY and they just weren't doing the job. I took a risk when the local farm store recommended this to me, and I am glad I did. Amazon to the rescue! Shipped and I had in like a couple of days. All I can say is try it and if you aren't happy, you'll know in 3 days if they are gone or not. They float in the liquid inside the little apple. George, I am not sure if there is a difference, and if there is it might be by size. I didn't have fruit in the house but had something... we get drain gnats in the country, and whatever else we might have had, we currently have none flying around being a nuisance. I loved this so much I went to Amazon and purchased in sets of two. I tried all kinds of DIY and they just weren't doing the job. I took a risk when the local farm store recommended this to me, and I am glad I did. Amazon to the rescue! Shipped and I had in like a couple of days. All I can say is try it and if you aren't happy,... » Read More George, I am not sure if there is a difference, and if there is it might be by size. I didn't have fruit in the house but had something... we get drain gnats in the country, and whatever else we might have had, we currently have none flying around being a nuisance. I loved this so much I went to Amazon and purchased in sets of two. I tried all kinds of DIY and they just weren't doing the job. I took a risk when the local farm store recommended this to me, and I am glad I did. Amazon to the rescue! Shipped and I had in like a couple of days. All I can say is try it and if you aren't happy, you'll know in 3 days if they are gone or not. They float in the liquid inside the little apple. « Show Less
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The one I purchased measures as follows: Outer dimensions: 9 inches in diameter and 4-1/4 inches high. Colander inside dimensions: 8 inches in diameter and 3-1/4 inches deep. This is a decent sized, sturdy colander for rinsing vegetables and I am very happy with this purchase.
505164
I have not used it for this, but the holes are smaller then on my other colander. I think it would work.
2232489
I don't know whether there is a difference. I bought based on size and this is rather large.... much larger than the two-quart jars I'm used to see used for canning fruit.
372458
Hi Joseph,I dont really knowm but I think the difference is in design. Hope this works for u
1842351
Nope! If you read down to the smaller print next to the picture it says, " 1 colander red or blue"
1781758
The difference is the former & cheaper is actually better. This one is stainless steel but doesn't have the adjustable thickness option or the bowl option available. I bought the older version after this one and liked it much better. I hope this helps.
859418
I'm sorry I can't say for sure about the 4 quart colander, I bought the 1 quart and I really do like it. I strain kefir grains in it. Maybe you could check at WalMart, I believe they carry that size that you're looking for, or maybe Bed, Bath and Beyond.
2195118
I see someone has responded. My great grandson broke the colander the first time we went to use it he dropped it and it cracked which I didn't expect so be careful.
454439
Even though we do not use this product for the use it was intended looking at the colander itself I believe that it could handle small food of the nature. Hope that helped in some small way.