Does It Matter Which Aluminum Foil You Buy?

We wanted to know whether brand or thickness makes a difference.

SARAH SANDLER

Aluminum foil is a staple in many kitchens, including our test kitchen. One brand name is dominant in the foil market: Reynolds. It makes up over 50 percent of the market share of aluminum foil, according to Circana, a Chicago-based market research firm. Private-label foil makes up another 40 percent of the market. We tested products from Reynolds, eco-friendly products from another national brand called If You Care, and popular private-label options from Costco, Target, and Whole Foods Market. Does a name brand make a difference, or is saving a few bucks on the store brand the way to go? How We Use Aluminum Foil Aluminum foil is handy for wrapping foods for storage and for keeping them fresh, from a leftover slice of pizza or half an avocado to…

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Cook's Illustrated (Digital) - 1 Issue, March/April 2025

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