Quick answer
What you need to know
Use manual tools for dependable active speed and machines for background throughput. Upgrade the device holding back collection, peeling or selling.
Pickup tools
Hands, containers and later burst tools change how quickly potatoes leave the mountain. Fast tools can introduce heat or recharge limits.
Manual peeling
Manual peeler tiers provide dependable active throughput and can outperform an unupgraded machine while you are present.
Machines
The Hand Peeler checkpoint and Auto Peeler add throughput, but both still need sensible loading and upgrades.