Kitchen

Appliances and gear that actually get used — researched through real owner reviews from r/Cooking, r/Coffee, America's Test Kitchen, and Serious Eats.

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Best Air Fryers

We analyzed 8,500+ owner reviews to find air fryers that actually deliver crispy results without the hassle.

Best Coffee Makers

From drip to espresso — the machines r/Coffee and home baristas actually recommend.

Best Chef's Knives

What professional cooks and r/chefknives enthusiasts actually use in their own kitchens.

Appliances

Best Blenders

From smoothies to soups — finding the right power level.

Coffee & Espresso

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Best Aeropress Alternatives

Prismo attachment wins our top pick for Aeropress owners. We analyzed 1,738 reviews to find the best alternatives and accessories for manual coffee brewing.

Best Air Fryer Oven Combos

Breville Smart Oven Air wins for all-in-one versatility. We analyzed 1,792 real user reviews to find the best multi-function air fryer ovens that replace multiple appliances.

Best Air Fryer Toaster Ovens

Cuisinart TOA-65 wins for versatility and value. We analyzed 1,987 real user reviews to find the best hybrid air fryer toaster ovens that excel at both functions.

Best Air Fryers Under $100

Instant Vortex Plus wins our top pick at $89. We analyzed 1,847 real user reviews and expert tests to find the best budget air fryers that don't compromise on performance.

Best Baking Sheets

Nordic Ware Natural Aluminum wins for even baking. We analyzed 3,542 reviews from bakers to find sheets that don't warp, brown evenly, and last years.

Best Bread Knives

Mercer Culinary Millennia wins best overall. We analyzed 2,134 reviews from bakers and chefs to find the best bread knives for crusty loaves and delicate cakes.

Best Bread Machines

Zojirushi Virtuoso Plus wins our top pick. We analyzed 1,921 real user reviews and expert tests to find the best bread machines for homemade bread.

Best Carbon Steel Pans

Made In 12-inch takes our top pick. We analyzed 1,847 real user reviews from r/Cooking, r/castiron, and America's Test Kitchen to find the best carbon steel pans.

Best Charcoal Grills

Weber Original Kettle wins for most people. We analyzed 5,287 reviews from backyard grillers to find charcoal grills that cook evenly and last decades.

Best Colanders

OXO Good Grips wins our top pick. We analyzed 1,847 real user reviews and expert tests to find the best colanders for every kitchen.

Best Cold Brew Coffee Makers

Toddy Cold Brew System wins for concentrate. We analyzed 1,521 real user reviews to find the best cold brew makers for every need.

Best Cookware Sets

After analyzing 4,500+ reviews from r/Cooking and testing data from America's Test Kitchen, these are the cookware sets worth buying for your kitchen.

Best Countertop Ice Makers

GE Profile Opal 2.0 wins for nugget ice. We analyzed 2,143 real user reviews to find the best countertop ice makers for parties, RVs, and daily use.

Best Cutting Boards

Boos Block Maple wins our top pick. We analyzed 2,456 real user reviews to find the best cutting boards for every kitchen and budget.

Best Dishwashers

Bosch 300 Series wins for quiet operation and reliability. We analyzed 4,287 reviews to find the best dishwashers for cleaning power, noise, and longevity.

Best Electric Griddles

Presto Tilt-n-Fold wins our top pick. We analyzed 1,847 real user reviews and expert tests to find the best electric griddles for pancakes, bacon, and more.

Best Electric Kettles

Fellow Stagg EKG wins for precision brewing. We analyzed 2,843 user reviews to find the best electric kettles for tea, coffee, and everyday use.

Best Food Dehydrators

COSORI Premium wins our top pick. We analyzed 1,923 real user reviews and expert tests to find the best food dehydrators for jerky, fruit, and more.

Best French Presses

Espro P7 wins our top pick. We analyzed 1,842 real user reviews and expert tests to find the best French presses for every budget.

Best Garbage Disposals

InSinkErator Evolution Excel wins our top pick. We analyzed 1,683 real user reviews and plumber recommendations to find the best garbage disposals.

Best Gas Grills

After analyzing 6,200+ reviews from r/grilling and expert testing data, these are the gas grills worth buying for your backyard.

Best Immersion Blenders

Braun MultiQuick 9 wins our top pick. We analyzed 2,817 real user reviews to find the best immersion blenders for soups, sauces, and more.

Best Juicers

Breville Juice Fountain Cold XL takes our top pick. We analyzed 2,635 user reviews from r/Juicing, Serious Eats, and America's Test Kitchen.

Best Kitchen Knives

After analyzing 3,800+ user reviews and consulting professional chefs, these are the kitchen knives that stay sharp and feel balanced in your hand.

Best Kitchen Scales

Escali Primo wins for most users. We analyzed 2,834 reviews from serious bakers and tested weighing accuracy to find the best kitchen scales.

Best Knife Sharpeners

Chef'sChoice Trizor XV wins for electric sharpening. We analyzed 4,127 reviews from knife enthusiasts and professional chefs to find the best sharpeners.

Best Large Air Fryers

Ninja DZ550 Foodi 10-Quart wins for dual baskets. We analyzed 2,134 real user reviews to find the best large-capacity air fryers for families and meal prep.

Best Measuring Cups

OXO Good Grips wins for liquid. KitchenAid wins for dry. We analyzed expert testing and 2,100+ reviews to find the most accurate measuring cups.

Best Meat Thermometers

After analyzing 3,800+ reviews and expert testing from America's Test Kitchen and Serious Eats, these are the meat thermometers worth buying.

Best Microwaves

Panasonic NN-SN966S wins for even cooking with inverter technology. We analyzed 3,142 user reviews to find the best microwaves for every kitchen.

Best Mixing Bowls

Cuisinart stainless steel wins overall. We analyzed 2,547 reviews to find the best mixing bowls for bakers, prep work, and everyday cooking.

Best Moka Pots

Bialetti Moka Express wins our top pick. We analyzed 2,417 real user reviews and expert tests to find the best moka pots for stovetop espresso.

Best Panini Presses

Cuisinart GR-4N wins our top pick. We analyzed 2,143 real user reviews and expert tests to find the best panini presses for crispy sandwiches.

Best Paring Knives

Wüsthof Classic takes top honors. We analyzed 1,853 reviews from chefs and home cooks to find the best paring knives for precision work.

Best Pellet Grills

RecTEQ RT-700 wins our top pick. We analyzed 2,847 real user reviews and expert tests to find the best pellet grills for every budget and cooking style.

Best Pizza Ovens

Ooni Koda 16 wins our top pick. We analyzed 2,134 real user reviews and pizza experts to find the best outdoor and indoor pizza ovens for every budget.

Best Portable Grills

Weber Q1200 wins our top pick. We analyzed 1,947 real user reviews and camping experts to find the best portable grills for tailgating, camping, and balconies.

Best Pour Over Coffee Makers

Hario V60 wins for enthusiasts, Kalita Wave for consistency. We analyzed 2,134 real user reviews to find the best pour over brewers.

Best Pressure Cookers

Instant Pot Pro Plus 10-in-1 takes our top pick. We analyzed 3,421 user reviews from r/pressurecooking, America's Test Kitchen, and Serious Eats.

Best Refrigerators

LG LRFVS3006S wins for reliability and features. We analyzed 5,482 reviews to find the best refrigerators for capacity, energy efficiency, and longevity.

Best Santoku Knives

Shun Classic wins our top pick. We analyzed 1,400+ reviews from r/chefknives and expert testing to find the best santoku knives for every budget.

Best Slow Cookers

Crock-Pot 7-Quart Programmable takes our top pick. We analyzed 2,947 user reviews from r/slowcooking, America's Test Kitchen, and Serious Eats.

Best Small Air Fryers

Dash Compact 2-Quart wins for ultra-small spaces. We analyzed 1,683 real user reviews to find the best compact air fryers for singles, dorms, and small kitchens.

Best Smokers

Weber Smokey Mountain wins for charcoal purists. We analyzed 6,421 reviews from pitmasters to find smokers that hold temps and produce competition-quality BBQ.

Best Stainless Steel Pans

All-Clad D3 wins for performance and longevity. We analyzed 3,584 reviews from chefs and home cooks to find the best stainless steel pans that last decades.

Best Tea Kettles

Le Creuset wins for stovetop, Cuisinart CPK-17 for electric. We analyzed 2,417 real user reviews to find the best tea kettles.

Best Toasters

Breville Die-Cast 2-Slice wins our top pick. We analyzed 2,247 real user reviews and toast experts to find the best toasters for consistent, perfect toast every time.

Best Vacuum Sealers

Nesco VS-12 wins our top pick. We analyzed 2,247 real user reviews to find the best vacuum sealers for sous vide, meal prep, and food storage.

Best Waffle Makers

Cuisinart WAF-F20 Double wins our top pick. We analyzed 1,627 real user reviews and breakfast experts to find the best waffle makers for crispy, fluffy waffles.

Best Water Filters

After analyzing 4,100+ user reviews and expert testing data, these are the water filters actually worth buying for cleaner, better-tasting water.

Best Woks

Craft Wok 14-inch takes our top pick. We analyzed 2,134 user reviews from r/Cooking, Woks of Life, and Serious Eats to find the best woks for home cooking.

Best Dutch Ovens

Lodge Enameled Cast Iron wins our top pick. We analyzed 2,934 real user reviews and expert tests to find the best Dutch ovens for braising, baking bread, and slow cooking.

Best Food Processors

Cuisinart DFP-14BCNY wins our top pick. We analyzed 3,124 real user reviews and expert tests to find the best food processors for every kitchen.

Best Rice Cookers

Zojirushi Neuro Fuzzy wins our top pick. We analyzed 3,412 real user reviews and expert tests to find the best rice cookers for perfect rice every time.

Best Sous Vide Machines

Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 wins our top pick. We analyzed 2,637 real user reviews and expert tests to find the best sous vide immersion circulators for perfect results.

Best Stand Mixers

KitchenAid Artisan wins our top pick. We analyzed 2,847 real user reviews and expert tests to find the best stand mixers for baking and cooking.