Best cake turntables for 2023: Lakeland, Amazon and more

Decorating a cake is super easy when you've got a cake turntable. With smooth edges and a professional finish, what more could you want?

A selection of the best cake turntables for 2023
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From Lakeland to Hobbycraft, from Amazon to Wayfair, here are the best cake turntables to buy online for 2023.

A cake turntable is one of the best cake decorating tools (opens in new tab). It’s helpful when icing cakes because you can rotate the cake whilst decorating. This means when you're spreading icing on the side, or piping a design on the cake you'll have a much smoother coverage avoiding imperfections. It’s a great tool for ensuring even the easiest cake decorating ideas (opens in new tab) are executed perfectly.

Wedding cake designer and Bake Off: The Professionals contestant, Keiron George (opens in new tab), suggests choosing a sturdy, heavy cake turntable as this will give more stability; “If you can source a metal one, that’s what I would recommend, especially when it comes to making heavier cakes. Not only will a heavy-duty turntable be better for icing large cakes, but if you are regularly decorating cakes it will also last well.”

“Choose a model that rotates smoothly and easily as you don’t want a wobbly movement that could cause the icing to be uneven. Consider the height. The turntable should elevate the cake to a height that it’s comfortable to decorate it at. Consider your height and where you enjoy working. If you prefer to decorate cakes sat at the kitchen table, for example, then choose a lower model.”

Best cake turntables 2023

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1. PME tilting cake decorating icing turntable - View at Lakeland (opens in new tab)

1. PME tilting cake decorating icing turntable - View at Lakeland (opens in new tab)

RRP: £24.99 | Size: D 23cm x H 14cm

This impressive stand rotates 360° and adjusts up to 20°. With a non-slip base and top, this cake can hold up to 23cm in diameter cake. 3-year guarantee.

Food writer, Keiron George says: "This turntable has a smooth turning mechanism, which would make decorating a Victoria sponge a doddle. It also has the ability to tilt making decorating the top of the cake easier. But don't worry the cake won't be slipping off as the non-slip surface will hold it in place."


2. Lakeland baking set with turntable & icing nozzles - View at Lakeland  (opens in new tab)

2. Lakeland baking set with turntable & icing nozzles - View at Lakeland  (opens in new tab)

RRP: £29.99 | Size: D 30cm

Junior bakers are going to love this nifty turntable and baking set - the perfect gift. The 30cm round turntable is ideal for medium to large cakes. Click and collect available.

Food writer, Keiron George says: "This is the best cake turntable for cake decorating beginners. The kit contains two palette knives, three scrapers for creating smooth and textured sides, a reusable piping bag, and six small piping nozzles great for intricate designs."


3. Wilko 28cm cake decorating turntable - View at Wilko (opens in new tab)

3. Wilko 28cm cake decorating turntable - View at Wilko (opens in new tab)

RRP: £7.25 | Size: D 28cm x H 7.5cm

A bargain! This multipurpose turntable makes a great cake stand too for smaller cakes. This turntable is a wipe clean only. Next-day delivery is available at Wilko.

Food writer, Keiron George says: "At just £7.25 this turntable is the cheapest on the list. It's not the most heavyweight and is smaller than some of the more expensive options, but great for a light icing project."


4. Tala tilting icing turntable - View at Dunelm (opens in new tab)

4. Tala tilting icing turntable - View at Dunelm (opens in new tab)

RRP: £16.50 | Size: D 26cm x H 14cm

This high-quality turntable has a non-slip surface making sure your cake stays put when decorating. Ideal for cakes up to 26cm in diameter.

Food writer, Keiron George says: "This cake turntable from Tala is a great value option. As well as revolving it tilts so icing cakes and creating elaborate piped effects with royal icing, for example, is so easy."


5. Ateco aluminum revolving cake decorating stand - View at Amazon (opens in new tab)

5. Ateco aluminum revolving cake decorating stand - View at Amazon (opens in new tab)

RRP: £72.49 | Size:  D 30.5cm x H 10.2cm

Rated 4.8 stars by over 620 Amazon shoppers, this turntable is a high-quality, high-rated option to consider. Also available in plastic, and cast iron. You can also buy non-slip pads separately for this brand too.

Food writer, Keiron George says; "A smart-looking professional quality cake turntable with a smooth rotation. It's sturdy and is bound to last for ages. It works just as well used as a cake stand to display your best chocolate cake recipe."


6. Ateco plastic turntable and base - View at Amazon (opens in new tab)

6. Ateco plastic turntable and base - View at Amazon (opens in new tab)

RRP: £39.74 | Size: D 31.8cm x H 8.9cm

This simple plastic turntable is easy to clean and store. Great as a cake stand too, this stand can hold up to a 12-inch round cake. Plus it’s nearly half the price of the aluminum version.

Food writer, Keiron George says; "Like the option above this is also from the reliable professional cake decorating specialist, Ateco. However, as it's made from plastic and is slightly smaller, it's a cheaper option. It comes was a nifty non-stick pad to stop your cake from sliding when turning on the turntable."


7. PME icing turntable - View at Nisbets (opens in new tab)

7. PME icing turntable - View at Nisbets (opens in new tab)

RRP: £17.98 | Size: D 23cm x H 8cm

This white cake turntable weighs 380g and will sit up to a 23cm round cake. The turntable has eight divisional markings for even servings when cutting the cake. Easy to clean.

Food writer, Keiron George says; "This sturdy, hardwearing cake turntable is a practical choice. It's easy to use and clean and has a good grip on top so there is no worry about your lemon drizzle cake slipping as you decorate it. PME is a very reputable brand name in the cake decorating world."


8. Wilton high and low cake turntable - View at Amazon  (opens in new tab)

8. Wilton high and low cake turntable - View at Amazon  (opens in new tab)

RRP: £27.09 | Size: D 32.5cm x H 8.9cm

Currently on sale, this Wilton turntable is a big hit with Amazon buyers rated 4.7 stars. It’s one of the most popular too. Made with food-safe, easy-to-clean plastic.

Food writer, Keiron George says; "One of the best cake turntables available to buy online, this one is a smart design as you are able to adjust the height. This turntable makes it easy to decorate both short and tall cakes. You can also sit down to decorate if you'd prefer at the table or stand and have it at an adjusted height to suit."


9. Wilton tilt-n-turn ultra nonslip cake turntable - View at Amazon (opens in new tab)

9. Wilton tilt-n-turn ultra nonslip cake turntable - View at Amazon (opens in new tab)

RRP: £69.58 | Size: 36 x 36 x 35.5 cm

High-quality cake turntable. Perfect for avid bakers and cake decorators. Made from white plastic this cake turntable weighs 2.13 kg and is 30cm in diameter - ideal for medium cakes.

Food writer, Keiron George says: "This turntable has to be one of the best cake turntables available. With a soft, non-slip grip design the top of the turntable holds the cake firmly and securely in place. The tilting mechanism holds the top plate of the turntable in 18 different positions for the easiest cake decorating yet."


10. Decorating turntable stand - View at Wayfair (opens in new tab)

10. Decorating turntable stand - View at Wayfair (opens in new tab)

RRP: £16.68 | Size: 7cm H x 28cm L x 28cm W

Rated 4.9 stars by Wayfair customers, this turntable and cake stand by Symple Stuff is made using robust and smooth plastic. An easy swivel mechanism.

Food writer, Keiron George says: "This easy-to-clean, easy-to-use cake turntable helps with decorating even the most complicated cakes. At just £16.42, this turntable is a bargain buy that you’ll want to use time and time again."


11. Kootek rotating cake turntable - View at Amazon  (opens in new tab)

11. Kootek rotating cake turntable - View at Amazon  (opens in new tab)

RRP: £16.99 | Size: 28.19 x 7.37 x 28.7 cm

A rotating platform at 360, ideal for both left and right-handed decorators. This set includes two stainless steel icing spatulas as well as icing tools and smoothers. Free delivery is available.

Food writer, Keiron George says; "This is by far one of the best cake turntables on the market. With nearly 10,000 reviews on Amazon, this turntable by Kootek has been rated 4.6 stars."


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Keiron George

Keiron George is a Food writer, professional wedding cake designer, and Bake Off: The Professionals contestant. In late 2016 he won a scholarship at the world-renowned culinary institute - Le Cordon Bleu, London, where he studied the art of French Pâtisserie. Since then Keiron has worked in some of London’s finest 5-star hotels, collecting a wealth of knowledge along the way. Though he is currently enjoying a slower pace of life outside the professional kitchen as a Food Writer and Stylist.

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