The Best Tire Spoons (Review & Buying Guide) in 2023

There are a few reasons we place this entry on the top of our list. For one, it’s exceptionally versatile. It’s designed for use with tires on motorcycles, ATVs, and lawn equipment. It might not work for your car, but virtually anything else with tires is at its mercy. That said, it is a set of three tire irons that come with a few goodies. You’ll find rim protectors, valve stem cores, the removal tool for those cores, and even some valve stem caps among the extra gear. Aside from some soapy water and inner tubes, it’s pretty much everything you need to get that flat fixed. It also comes with a nice storage pouch that keeps things organized, even when you keep it on you while riding.

Overall, these aren’t bad for the price. However, the finish is a little rough and can cause some problems during use. Furthermore, the rim protectors are a great idea, but they are thin and wear down quickly.

Changing bicycle tires doesn’t require massive tools. It also doesn’t require an equally as big budget. Our pick for best value goes to this set for the simple fact that you’re getting affordable, useful tools with decent quality. There are a total of four bike levers, which can all come in handy when changing tires and inner tubes. Each of these levers features a spoon on one end and a spoke hook on the other. The hook works by creating constant tension between the tire and wheel so that you can use another to perform the bead free. With that in mind, these tools are super compact and lightweight. They also all snap together to reduce the amount of room they take up. All of these features come in handy if you intend to keep them on your person as you cycle.

It’s tough to find anything wrong with this set. But it is extremely limited in use, as it will only work for bicycle tires.

If you’re not working with bicycle or motorcycle tires you need something a little more substantial. Well, look no further as Ken-Tool is the company for this sort of thing. The brand has been in the business for nearly 100 years and has a laser focus on the market. Needless to say, this tire spoon is ready to tear any car or light truck tire free. It measures 37-inches long, giving you plenty of leverage. It also has a thickness of 3/4 inch to prevent any deflection. That said, it’s double ended to tackle any tire. And if you’re a sucker for American-made tools, you should know this thing is as domestic as they make them.

Whenever something is made in the USA, you can expect to see the price tag jump. Considering that your money pays for a quality device, that is more of a factor to be aware of than a considerable drawback.

There are a few things that put this product above all other options when it comes to bicycle tires. For one, these levers are exceptionally strong and provide an excellent grip. As you know, a good grip goes a long way when wrestling tires. Furthermore, the material they use is “self-lubricating.” Because they slide easily, they make the job much more manageable and work to protect the rim from scratches. As you could expect, this tool is compact and features a hook on one end and a spoon on the other. The hook latches onto spokes to free up hands while you continue to work the tire free. And a big reason we think you’ll love it is that Gorilla Force backs it with free replacements under the lifetime guarantee.

If you are considering this option, you should know that they aren’t perfect. While they get the job done, they do seem to struggle with tighter fitting rims and will crack under excessive stress.

Motion Pro is a go-to brand for many motorcycles and ATV enthusiasts. If that’s the kind of tire you’re working with, this is the tire spoon you’ll want to get the job done. That said, this is a heavy-duty option that relies on chrome vanadium forged steel to promise a lifetime of use. But a rigid construction is far from the only thing to love about this toolset. This set includes two multi-purpose tire removal tools that can be used as spoons and irons. Either device measures 16-inches long, which helps make sure you can work with ease. And just in case you have to apply excess force, the incorporated cross guards are present to prevent your hands from sliding forward and potential injury.

The problem with this set is that it struggles with breaking the bead. That said, it’s not impossible, but many users report needing to rely on a third tool, which is not included.

What’s the problem with plastic tools? Well, eventually, you’re liable to break them. Even if they’re cheap enough to replace, a busted device can leave you in a real sticky situation. Well, this particular set of tire spoons might be for bike tires, but it relies on a steel core to keep you from sailing up the creek. That steel core also allows for the tip to be extremely slim so that it can slip between any wheel and tire combo. The slick composite outer-shell also helps it slide around and prevent it from marking up the wheel. Of course, you can rest assured the quality is there to back these spoons, too, because they’re made right here in the USA.

The thin tip is handy, but you need to be careful. If not, you’re liable to scrape up the inner portion of the rim. In some cases, reviewers complain about it even slicing into the rubber tire.

It’s hard not to have a bias for tools made here in the USA. They promise quality and a lifetime of use. This entry is yet another fine example of that. It is a 24-inch spoon that offers ample leverage for working on passenger car tires, but it’s still plenty maneuverable for working with motorcycle and ATV tires. We should also mention that the 11/16-inch diameter is nothing to laugh at when resisting flex. Everything about this option is perfect for use in professional settings and otherwise. You can use it to break tires free in combination with specialized equipment or other tire irons, such as the other entry from Ken-Tool on our list.

The only problem with this option is the price tag. While it’s not the most expensive option, it is meant to work with other tools or equipment, meaning further investments are necessary.

There are a couple of reasons to consider this option from Neiko. Starting with the necessary details, it is a set of three tire spoons that come with rim protectors. Neiko also throws in a storage pouch to help keep things tidy. The inclusion of three irons works to prevent any further investment when dealing with a particularly stubborn tire. Those rim protectors are simply there to prevent you from damaging the rim as you work. The spoons are plenty rigid despite the low price. They feature full steel construction and a protective rust-resistant coating that ensures you’ll get plenty of use out of them. And because they each feature a comfortable grip, you don’t have to worry about chewing your hands up.

The protective coating on the steel is a nice touch. However, it seems to flake or chip off after a few uses nullifying any protection it promises to offer.

Juniors got to learn sometime, right? I mean, kids pop bicycle tires all of the time, and they need to know how to fix them. Here's an option you either need to keep in the shop at all times, or you can gift to your kid as their first 'tool kit.' This setup comes with two tire inner tubes and two tire levers to get kid's bikes back up and running. The tire tubes are suitable for most 16-inch tires and are made from high butenyl rubber to ensure they won't wear down any time soon. The tire levers themselves are just as handy. They feature a spoon on one end, and a spoke hook on the other. And don't worry, it's actually surprisingly affordable, which is something all parents will appreciate.

As you might expect, the quality isn't anything to write home about. The levers are somewhat flimsy, but that is hard to complain about considering the excellent value.

As we bring the list to an end, we’re going to take a look at one last option for small-tire applications. This three-spoon set is suitable for most ATVs, motorcycles, and lawn equipment. A few things make this worthy of your consideration. The low cost is probably what will draw your attention. Beyond that, each spoon in the set also features a comfortable grip to improve the working experience. As for the length, you have two options to choose from 11.6 inches or 14.5 inches. The spoons aren’t alone, though. As with other similar setups, this kit includes rim protectors that work to prevent you from chewing your wheels up as you work.

Unfortunately, this offering doesn’t come with a storage pouch. While that doesn’t hurt the tool's performance, it is a bit of a letdown considering much of the competition does.