Place |
Name |
Characteristic in the rating |
1 | Spinner HETAI | Best functionality (spinner + lighter) |
2 | Spinner "Anchor" | Original design. Collection model |
3 | Spinner Silver Metallic | Best price |
1 | Spinner "Cosmos 1" | Optimal price |
2 | Spinner VOLVAETEC Carambit | The best combination of price and quality |
3 | Spinner Diablo | Unique appearance |
1 | Fidget Spinner Shuriken | Best workmanship |
2 | Spinner Jolly Roger | Best Appearance Concept |
3 | Spinner VOLVAETEC SN-021 | Optimal price |
1 | Fidget Spinner Iron Man | Most Popular Series |
2 | Spinner Chameleon Saw | The optimum ratio of price and quality |
3 | Fidget Spinner "Metal Flower" | Best spinner design |
1 | Fidget Spinner Magnum | Best Appearance Concept |
2 | Fidget Spinner "Gear" | Optimal product balance |
3 | Fidget Spinner Biohazard | Best quality |
Spinners are a real phenomenon in 2017. A simple thing, which is a series of rolling bearings, mounted with an interference fit on a special housing. In fact, this is an ordinary distraction toy, but many consumers claim that it functions as a relaxer and an effective "pocket simulator" for fine motor skills.
The first designs of spinners contained three petals and four bearings (one per petal + one central).However, further development has led to an increase in the number of "branches", a change in shape and size, the inclusion of backlighting and the use of new materials for the case. In connection with such a variety, we have tried to choose for you the 15 most extraordinary, interesting and, in our opinion, the best spinners in five different categories. When forming the final lists, the following main criteria were taken into account:
- general workmanship, the presence of special "chips";
- consumer feedback on user experience;
- parameters of appearance and duration of torsion;
- compliance of the price with all objective characteristics.
The best spinners with two faces
3 Spinner Silver Metallic
Country: China
Average price: 1 050 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.8
Spinner on a metal bearing, the rotation time of which in a stationary position is almost 150 seconds. This figure was named by manufacturers, and more than once confirmed by user experiments. In terms of balance, it is ideal - here, again, we can give the results of measuring a fixed rotation. Of the additional options, one can note the presence of a blue-red backlight, which sharply dilutes the monotony of the silver color. There are no other features behind it, but consumers, in general, are satisfied with the existing one.
The cost of a spinner is relatively low - stylized competitors in this regard have gone far ahead (in the direction of a rise in price). The main problem of the “turntable” is the central bearing. Some users report a quick loss of bearing performance, indicating mediocre longevity for individual batches. It is treated quickly, but an unpleasant aftertaste, alas, remains.
What is the best way to lubricate a spinner?
First of all, it should be understood that it is not the product itself that will be lubricated, but only its integral part - the central rolling bearing, which accounts for the main function of the spinner. In a bearing maintenance situation, there are two polar options:
- The first option assumes that the raceway with balls (or rollers) is not blocked by a special seal that prevents the gradual removal of lubricant from the friction zone and contamination of the cage with rolling elements.
- The second embodiment, on the contrary, includes the presence of a sealing "plug".
Let's say in advance: by all canons, sealed bearings are not designed for relubrication, so their use should be limited only by the warranty period of operation (fortunately, in spinners, the loads on the supports are small, which ensures a large margin of safety). However, the popular method of bringing such parts into working condition is to micro-puncture the seal and introduce a lubricant into the area where the separator and rolling elements are located, followed by hermetic sealing of the puncture.
What lubricants to use
It is categorically contraindicated to use the well-known and most common grease for lubricating rolling bearings, which has disgusting heat resistance and very quickly loses performance properties. The main preference should be given to another composition based on lithium - the so-called lithol. It is an inexpensive yet very effective grease that guarantees good bearing performance over a long service life. And finally, you can use a material called graphite, which is always at hand.This is truly an eternal solid lubricant, a single application of which will live until the destruction of the bearing.
2 Spinner "Anchor"
Country: China
Average price: 1 150 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.9
A magnificent spinner model, the main characteristic of which is not the working parameters, but the appearance. This is a kind of collectible version that has a good balance and is able to rotate in a stationary state for 120-140 seconds (the indicators depend on the type of coating).
The developers have thought through the design of the spinner to the smallest detail - steel petals in the form of anchor hooks are stylized as wood with three (probably decorative) diamonds inlaid in the central part. This gives the model a unique look that perfectly complements the entire series of marine-themed turntables. Regarding the cost, only one thing can be said: the spinner is very expensive for the average consumer, but for the collector, such a price will not be a big obstacle.
1 Spinner HETAI
Country: China
Average price: 1 690 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.9
An expensive and very attractive spinner from HETAI, which combines, among other things, the function of a lighter. It has a built-in heating element (spiral) placed in a special secret compartment. At first glance at the product, it becomes obvious that the developers have paid special attention to the design - both the appearance and the stylization of metals at the highest level. In terms of ergonomics, everything is also good - the two-leaf spinner is perfectly balanced in weight and fits snugly on the hand. Alas, the manufacturer does not indicate the rotation time, so it is not possible to draw any conclusions regarding this component.The only obvious drawback of the spinner is, perhaps, the price level - the sample will be of interest either to ardent collectors or buyers for whom high cost is not a problem.
The best spinners with three edges
3 Spinner Diablo
Country: China
Average price: 990 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.5
Spinner for fans of the occult or fans of games with a mention of the terrible "El Diablo". In contrast to the grand name, the appearance does not inspire any similar association - the gloomy color scheme (black petals in the form of the face of the devil and a core suspiciously similar to beige (or gold)) is not canonical enough for the drawn image.
Nevertheless, the spinner has something to surprise a potential buyer. The presence of rings on each face makes it possible to make a kind of talisman - it is worth noting that in this role it really seems appropriate. As for the performance itself, no features in this area are observed. It spins for about 120 seconds on any surface, has perfect balance and costs around 1000 rubles. As a copy in the collection - perfect. But the expediency of a single purchase is questionable.
2 Spinner VOLVAETEC Carambit
Country: China
Average price: 1 100 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.7
To say that this spinner is a real (peculiar) work of art is to say absolutely nothing. A stylish metal triangle with sharp lines and transitions is made to match the color scheme of kerambit - iridescent, slightly burnt metal, captivating with an amazing play of color.
The technical part is made to match the styling.This is not surprising - the market value of the spinner itself is a guarantee of high quality performance. The model has an excellent balance, lies securely in the hand and is able to spin in one position for about 90-120 seconds. Of course, when using a spinner of this kind, it will not work to focus on a serious thought - its coloring is most conducive to creativity and originality, so for relaxation, you should think about something light and creative. Otherwise, there are no restrictions on use (as, indeed, in the case of other models).
1 Spinner "Cosmos 1"
Country: Russia
Average price: 447 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.9
A worthy three-petal representative of the space series of spinners with a wooden case. Perhaps one of the few "turntables" that really brings peace and allows you to focus on pressing thoughts.
The wooden base has a cosmic print, perfectly complemented by metal components - balls in the center of each petal and a central rolling bearing with a highlighted cage. It is not known for certain what rotation indicators this spinner has, however, users have no questions regarding the balance. In general, we can state with confidence that this model is bought completely “not for that” - the contemplation of an uncomplicated design and a beautiful pattern attracts much more than its ordinary function. The cost is also conducive to purchase - this is the case when the design decision of manufacturers fully justifies the costs.
The best four-sided spinners
3 Spinner VOLVAETEC SN-021
Country: China
Average price: 1 000 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.6
A spinner from VOLVAETEC, stylized under the ancient oriental theme, made in the best traditions of neat minimalism. On each of the four smoothed faces, hieroglyphs are carved, red on a black base. In turn, the core, in which the central bearing is located, is light, made in gold. Consumers like this coloring - many fans of Japanese themes, as well as restless collectors, "sink" on the spinner.
It is known for certain that VOLVAETEC is famous for the durability of bearings placed in spinners. Of course, the main share of the merit remains with the supplier of a critical part, the operation of which can be calculated for years. In addition to ordinary things, SN-021 really helps to focus when thinking about serious thoughts - it's good that the range of colors allows you to focus on such aspects without diverting personalities in the direction of often excessive creativity.
2 Spinner Jolly Roger
Country: China
Average price: 1 050 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.6
This is the case when deliberately careless execution creates the necessary relief to emphasize the main idea of the design. The pirate-themed metal spinner is a canonical skull (under which the central bearing is hidden) and bones (acting as improvised faces), with a completely non-canonical scar in the form of a lightning bolt, a la "Harry Potter".
Despite the obvious powder coating, the grip of the spinner is comfortable and surprisingly pleasant - much better than on a number of expensive spinners.In fact, the only problem of the Jolly Roger is the difficulty of maintaining balance - on individual copies (although mass-produced) there is a slight “weight bias” towards one or more faces, which often interferes with unwinding a little and leads to premature braking. spinner.
1 Fidget Spinner Shuriken
Country: China
Average price: 1 190 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.8
Improved version of triangular spinner in karambit coloring. In fact, this is the same concept, but it already has four faces and resembles a Japanese shuriken in its shape. It is made using three types of material - metal, plastic and wood, "fitted" to one color scheme.
On the technical side, everything is quite ordinary - the model is balanced, although users sometimes note some beats. It has no features, since the appearance compensates for the lack of fashionable "chips". As a result, an impromptu shuriken will be an ideal attribute for any fan of the ninja theme, but also suitable for consumers who are not interested in such nuances.
The best multifaceted spinners
3 Fidget Spinner "Metal Flower"
Country: China
Average price: 1 590 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.8
One of the most mesmerizing metal spinners with a mesmerizing spiral effect that creates an interesting pattern when twisted. Made in the form of an asterisk with pointed beveled edges, due to which the rotation time in static can reach an amazing three minutes.
The appearance of the spinner speaks for itself - this is not the kind of plastic toy that absolutely everyone can afford to own.The cost of this copy exceeds 1.5 thousand rubles, so only ideological users or inveterate collectors can appreciate the perfect balance and beauty of the product. One thing is obvious - "Metal Flower" is able to become a real gem of any model range.
2 Spinner Chameleon Saw
Country: China
Average price: 1 150 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.9
An improvised "saw" in miniature, with seven small balanced edges. It is not very popular with users, but rather acts as a “trophy” model for replenishing a personal collection.
The performance is interesting, extraordinary, successfully combined with the color option. “Chameleon”, or painting under karambit, does not have to dwell on serious thoughts, as we said a little earlier, but it is ideal for turning to creativity and creativity. Actually, these are the very characteristics that distinguish this spinner from many others. Otherwise, there is a striking similarity with serial or other multi-element models - since it is quite difficult to maintain accuracy in such an abundance of small details, the “saw” turns out to be somewhat unbalanced. This imposes certain restrictions on the functioning, but does not cause serious consequences.
1 Fidget Spinner Iron Man
Country: China
Average price: 1 420 rub.
Rating (2022): 5.0
Spinner of the famous comic series dedicated to the Marvel character Iron Man. It has three large and three small faces in the form of triangles, expanding towards the edge. These petals do not contain bearings, since the "turntable" itself is not classical.The main rotating element - the central ceramic bearing - is located under the overlay in the form of a golden triangle. The entire body (base) is made of lightweight aluminum alloy.
It's not easy to find really nice features in a thing whose special properties feature lists the item "looks cool". Perhaps, the only solid plus is the original metal box, which is used to store the spinner. Unfortunately, there are also a lot of shortcomings. Firstly, it can be a high price, the main part of which is charged for the series production of the model. Secondly, the manufacturer honestly warns about a significant level of noise during rotation, which can be a real hindrance for sensitive people.
The best spinners of the original form
3 Fidget Spinner Biohazard
Country: China
Average price: 1 950 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.7
There is very little to say about Biohazard. The spinner is unique in its form and is included in a special collection, in connection with which its cost is almost close to the mark of two thousand rubles. Surprisingly, the complexity of the shape and manufacture did not prevent manufacturers from debugging the balance - with a good start, rotation in one position can last for four minutes. Regarding the design, everything is rather dull, but on topic: the core has a beige tint and is made of brass, while the petals diverging to the side (the shape of which once again makes you marvel at the balance) are made of black metal. The resource of the built-in bearing is great - so far not a single user has complained about the sudden "death" of a small support.In general, Biohazard justifies the asking price for it, but the expediency of the purchase for an ordinary user is still very doubtful.
2 Fidget Spinner "Gear"
Country: China
Average price: 1 690 rub.
Rating (2022): 4.9
Another unusual contender for the title of the best original spinner is made in the best traditions of technical thought. This is an improvised gear train, which has as many as seven rolling bearings of different sizes in its design. Ordinary torsion here is accompanied by a real rolling of the wheels relative to each other, which creates an incredibly addictive visual effect.
The gear wheels are made of brass, while the body that fixes all the transmission elements is a metal product. All in all, this is a worthy piece for both everyday use and impromptu home collection.
1 Fidget Spinner Magnum
Country: China
Average price: 1 690 rub.
Rating (2022): 5.0
Spinner, the initial idea of creating which seemed complete nonsense, however, was crowned with incredible success. This is the only case (for the entire rating, and maybe for the entire market) when the respectability of a thing completely overshadows its original purpose. "Magnum" looks so cool that it can become an integral attribute of style. Needless to say, spinning an impromptu drum from a revolver not only calms, but also allows you to bring a note of creativity and healthy confidence to your ideas.
The design of the spinner is wonderfully thought out. Sleeve-shaped bearings enter the drum with a slight interference, which prevents them from falling out spontaneously during rotation.Perhaps this is the most successful and most spectacular model of the entire rating, combining moderation and bold chic.
How to choose a good spinner
The specificity of choosing a spinner is still akin to a lottery - the consumer focuses only on the appearance and the presence of special "gadgets". However, we recommend paying no less attention to other important parameters:
Balancing. An important point for those who have fun constantly "twisting" the spinner for a while in the hope of achieving a better result. The more accurate the balancing, the less visible beats occur during the rotation of the product and the less angular velocity is lost with each complete revolution. Therefore, when purchasing a spinner, do not be too lazy to feel the degree of balance of the faces.
Body material. A parameter that affects not only the price, but also the shelf life of the spinner. The most common body is plastic, the most durable is metal, but among the variety of models there are a number of specific samples, the body of which is made of pure ceramic, wood or dense rubber.
Bearing material. In the case of a bearing, the material of manufacture affects the degree of smooth running and the durability parameter. Traditional metal bearings perform worse than their ceramic counterparts, but are much easier to obtain and much cheaper.
Appointment. A slightly illogical parameter indicating the use of a spinner.If cheap copies do not carry any aesthetic load and can be used in everyday life, then more expensive and original analogues that are sold in small numbers may well become worthy collectible (showcase) models, the value of which lies precisely in their appearance.
Absence of mechanical and visual defects. Often, buyers do not attach importance to even a cursory inspection of the integrity of the purchased product, which, in some cases (especially when buying an expensive spinner) can be a big mistake. Always make sure that the model is in full working order before exchanging it for valuable banknotes.