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In the Good Housekeeping Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab, we test thousands of kitchen products a year from air fryers and toaster ovens to all sorts of knives, including Japanese knives, and cookware. When we test these products, we use all sorts of tools to get the job done best, and we test a wide assortment side by side as well. To come up with our list of the best kitchen gadgets, we considered kitchen tools and gadgets that are unique and useful since we know that counterspace and storage space comes at a premium. Here's our list of the best kitchen gadgets worth buying, including ones we keep within reach in the Lab and in our homes.
Microwaves can get dirty fast. Fill the bottom of this angry mama with water and white vinegar, pop it in the microwave for seven minutes and watch her go. Steam releases from her head and loosens up grime so you can wipe it clean. In our tests, it proved to be easy to use and worth a spot in our kitchen.
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Cedarlane Spherificator Automatic Edible Food Pearl Former
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Cedarlane Spherificator Automatic Edible Food Pearl Former
This gadget seamlessly rolls through watermelon flesh to make perfectly portioned pieces for a less messy snack. It's also safe for kids to use because it has rounded plastic edges rather than blades.
Say goodbye to brown guacamole! This GH-tested tool locks out air to keep dip tasting and looking fresh. Simply add your mix and slide up the base to squeeze out the air.
This wireless thermometertracks the internal temp of food as well as the air temp so you know how hot your oven or grill is. It connects to an app and even guesstimates how much cooking time is left. It stands out as one of our top-tested grill thermometers.
We love our air fryers around here and the Evo Oil Sprayer makes the perfect companion. Fill with your favorite cooking oil and use to evenly spray foods for perfectly golden results. Each propellant-free spritz claims to dispense 1/4 teaspoon.
Breakfast sandwiches are one of the the best grab-and-go breakfast options, especially when you can make them at home with your own ingredients. This small appliance allows you to do just that by cooking your egg, gently toasting your English muffin and even heating your Canadian bacon or melting your cheese all at once. In our tests, it worked well and made warm sandwiches we kept going back for.
Why have just normal square ice when you can have fun, cocktail-ready ice? Store extras in the ice box. It's great for freezers that don't have a built-in ice maker.
Remove pesky crumbs and coffee grinds from your countertops with this pint-sized battery operated vacuum — just like our Kitchen Appliances Lab Product Analyst does!
You'll never use a knife or pizza slicer again on pizza. These are designed to cut right through so you can easily cut a slice as wide or thin as you want it.
This manual mini chopper makes chopping garlic and parsley a breeze — without having to reach for a knife or find an outlet for a food processor.We use it more than we ever thought we would!
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OXO 3 Piece Squeeze & Pour Silicone Measuring Cup Set
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OXO 3 Piece Squeeze & Pour Silicone Measuring Cup Set
Take Taco Tuesday to a whole new level with this tortilla press. Add the dough to the center of the disc and push down for a thin, uniform disc that’s ready to be cooked.
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Talisman Designs Bacon Bin Grease Strainer & Collector
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Talisman Designs Bacon Bin Grease Strainer & Collector
Whether this silicone tub sits on your counter or is stored away when not in use, it's a fun way to collect your bacon grease. We've used it for months and noticed no odors; plus, it's easy to wash in your dishwasher.
A spoonful of sugar is fine and all, but this handy tool lets you sprinkle cookies and cakes with confectioners sugar or cocoa as if you were a fairy. Plus it takes up way less space than a traditional sifter.
This tool makes cleaning shrimp a joy — yes, we said joy. All it takes is inserting the tip into the shell and pushing it through to cut it and clean the vein out in one swipe.
Nicole (she/her) is the director of the Good Housekeeping Institute's Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab, where she has overseen content and testing related to kitchen and cooking appliances, tools and gear since 2019. She’s an experienced product tester and recipe creator, trained in classic culinary arts and culinary nutrition. She has worked in test kitchens for small kitchen appliance brands and national magazines, including Family Circle and Ladies’ Home Journal.
Trish (she/her) is the deputy food editor at Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things food, from cooking trends and delicious recipes to top-tested kitchen products and grocery finds. She has more than a decade of experience writing about food for GH, Women’s Health, Prevention, Redbook, Woman’s Day, The Daily Meal and Food Network. When she’s not at the supermarket or trying out a new recipe, you can find her at the beach, in her backyard or on the couch — typically with a glass of wine in hand.