LOCAUPIN Quantitative Press-Type Seasoning Shaker
₱128as of Aug 9, 2026
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LOCAUPIN press-type seasoning shaker review: measured salt for around ₱128
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The cheapest way to get a measured dose instead of a guessed shake, in glass. Press mechanisms and damp Philippine salt are the standing catch.
- Price: ₱128 as of Aug 9, 2026
- Biggest pro: One press gives a measured dose, so you season the same way every time
- Main catch: Press mechanisms clog with damp salt in Philippine humidity
At a glance
| Brand | LOCAUPIN |
|---|---|
| Type | Seasoning shaker |
| Price | ₱128 (as of Aug 9, 2026) |
| Owner rating | 4.9 ★ from 139 reviews |
| Shop | LOCAUPIN Philippines |
| Units sold | 444 |
Pros and cons
✓ Pros
- One press gives a measured dose, so you season the same way every time
- Glass body shows the level at a glance
- The cheapest way into measured seasoning in our kitchen coverage
✗ Cons
- Press mechanisms clog with damp salt in Philippine humidity
- Holds one seasoning per unit, so a full set means several
- LOCAUPIN does not publish the capacity
The LOCAUPIN quantitative shaker is the cheapest measured seasoning dispenser we cover: one press, one fixed dose, in a glass body, for around ₱128.
What is it for?
Consistency, and mostly for salt. A shaker gives you a different amount every time, depending on how hard you tap it and how humid the day is. A press-type dispenser gives you the same dose, so a dish tastes the same next week, and a decision to use less salt becomes something you can measure rather than something you hope you did.
That makes it genuinely useful for anyone told to cut sodium, which in a country where hypertension is common is a lot of households. It also helps with sugar in coffee and baking.
The glass body shows the level without opening it and does not hold the smell of whatever was in it last.
What are the limits?
Damp salt jams press mechanisms, and Philippine humidity guarantees damp salt. This is the real, recurring cost of the design. Filling smaller amounts more often and keeping it away from stove steam is the practical fix.
LOCAUPIN does not publish the capacity.
One seasoning per unit, with no tray, so several of these stand loose on the counter.
Is it sulit?
Around ₱128 as of August 9, 2026. Check the latest price on Shopee. That is about the same as a plain glass jar with a spoon lid, and you are getting a measuring mechanism for the same money. Four of them, covering salt, sugar, pepper, and chili, lands near ₱512. Judged against any matched spice rack, that is good value, and 139 owners rating it 4.9 backs it up.
Who should buy it
Buy this if you are watching salt, baking, or simply want your cooking to come out the same each time, and you would rather build a set jar by jar. It is the right choice as the cheapest honest route to measured seasoning.
Skip it if your kitchen is humid and you have no patience for a mechanism that occasionally needs clearing. A plain shaker never jams.
See how it ranks in our best kitchen organizers in the Philippines roundup, or compare jar types in our kitchen organizer buying guide.
Alternatives to consider
Want a bigger measured bottle with a choice of sizes? The Deli Vusign measured seasoning bottle comes in 180ml and 250ml for around ₱178. Prefer a spoon to a mechanism, with nothing to clog? The Cooker King retractable spice jar is around ₱129.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does quantitative mean here?
It is LOCAUPIN's word for a measured dose. Press the top once and the same amount comes out every time, instead of the variable amount you get from tapping a shaker. It matters most if you are cutting back on salt, because a repeatable dose is the only way to know you actually reduced it.
Will damp salt jam the press?
It is the most common complaint about any press-type dispenser here, and Philippine humidity is why. Salt absorbs moisture from the air, clumps, and stops moving through a mechanism. Fill it with smaller amounts, keep it off the ledge right beside the stove where steam collects, and add a few grains of uncooked rice to the salt.
How many can I fit on a counter?
One seasoning per shaker, so plan on three or four: salt, sugar, pepper, and maybe chili. At this price that is still under ₱520 for the set, which is less than most matched spice racks. They do not come with a tray, so they stand on their own.
Is LOCAUPIN a reliable brand in the Philippines?
It is one of the most widely stocked houseware brands on Shopee PH and sells through LOCAUPIN Philippines, its own store. We already cover several of its organizers, and the ratings across them are consistently high. It is mass-market houseware rather than premium, priced accordingly.
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LOCAUPIN Quantitative Press-Type Seasoning Shaker₱128 when last checked
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