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Our hand-picked selection of the best kitchen gadgets we've tested and trust. Every product is backed by our honest review.
ice makers
EUHOMY
EUHOMY Countertop Ice Maker
The EUHOMY IM-01 is our top-rated countertop ice maker — 26 lbs/day output, 6-minute ice cycles, self-cleaning mode, and a built-in carry handle for true portability. Amazon's Choice.
- 26 lbs/day ice production
- 9 ice cubes in just 6 minutes
- Self-cleaning mode
- Built-in carry handle
- Bullet ice only
- No WiFi/app control
GE
GE Profile Opal 2.0 Nugget Ice Maker
The GE Profile Opal 2.0 produces restaurant-quality nugget ice at home — the soft, chewable pellet style beloved for iced coffee and fountain drinks. WiFi app control included.
- Restaurant-quality nugget ice
- WiFi app control
- Side water tank
- Continuous production
- $399+ price point
- 44 lbs — heavy
- 20+ min to first ice
Frigidaire
Frigidaire Gallery EFIC255 Nugget Ice Maker
The Frigidaire Gallery EFIC255 makes crunchy, chewable nugget ice at a fraction of the GE Opal's price — the best value nugget ice maker on the market.
- Crunchy nugget ice
- Best value for nugget ice
- Compact countertop design
- Auto self-cleaning
- Slower than premium models
- No WiFi
Magic Chef
Magic Chef 27-Pound Portable Ice Maker
A budget-friendly portable ice maker that produces 27 lbs of bullet ice per day. Compact, reliable, and perfect for RVs, offices, and small kitchens.
- Budget-friendly
- 27 lbs/day production
- Compact and portable
- Great for RVs and camping
- Bullet ice only
- Manual water refilling
kitchen gadgets
Fullstar
Fullstar Vegetable Spiralizer Pro
A compact handheld spiralizer for making zucchini noodles, veggie pasta, and healthy garnishes in seconds. 4 blade styles included. Amazon's Choice.
- 4 blade styles
- Compact and handheld
- Dishwasher safe
- Budget-friendly
- Manual operation
- Best for soft vegetables
OXO
OXO Good Grips Steamer Basket
A stainless steel steamer basket with extendable handle for healthy vegetable steaming. Fits most pots and folds compactly for storage. Highly rated.
- Healthy steaming method
- Stainless steel construction
- Folds for storage
- Fits most pots
- Handle can get hot
- Small capacity
Consevisen
Consevisen Vegetable Steamer Basket
A best-selling stainless steel vegetable steamer basket with expandable design and extendable handle. Perfect for healthy steaming of vegetables, seafood, and more.
- Best Seller on Amazon
- Stainless steel construction
- Expandable to fit various pots
- Dishwasher safe
- No lid included
- Manual operation
OXO
OXO Good Grips 3-Blade Tabletop Spiralizer
The OXO Good Grips 3-Blade Tabletop Spiralizer is an Amazon best-seller with over 113,000 reviews. Sturdy base, three blade styles for spaghetti, fettuccine, and ribbon cuts.
- Amazon Best Seller
- 113,000+ reviews
- Sturdy non-slip base
- 3 blade styles included
- Takes counter space
- Hand-crank operation
slush machines
Ninja
Ninja SLUSHi Professional Frozen Drink Maker
The Ninja SLUSHi uses RapidChill technology to freeze any drink into perfect slush in minutes — no pre-freezing required. Makes slushies, frozen cocktails, and more.
- No pre-freezing needed
- Real-time freeze technology
- Dishwasher-safe parts
- Works with any drink
- Premium price
- Takes counter space
Margaritaville
Margaritaville Key West Frozen Concoction Maker
The Margaritaville Key West is an iconic frozen drink maker with shave-and-blend technology and extra-large ice reservoir — perfect for backyard parties and margaritas.
- Shave-and-blend technology
- Extra-large ice reservoir
- Restaurant-quality frozen drinks
- Durable build
- Requires ice
- Bulky footprint
Chefman
Iceman by Chefman Slush-Ease MAX 90oz
The Iceman by Chefman Slush-Ease MAX makes 64oz of frozen drinks with 5 presets for margaritas, smoothies, and slushies. One-touch operation and easy dispensing.
- Large 90oz capacity
- 5 preset drink modes
- Easy dispensing spout
- No ice needed
- Tall footprint
- Single batch at a time
Cuisinart
Cuisinart 6-in-1 Ice Cream & Slushy Maker
A versatile 6-in-1 machine that makes slushies, ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet, and more. Quick-freeze technology and compact countertop design.
- 6-in-1 versatility
- Makes ice cream and slushies
- Compact design
- Quick-freeze technology
- Small batch size
- Premium price for capacity
small appliances
Ninja
Ninja AF101 Air Fryer
The Ninja AF101 is a best-selling 4-quart air fryer that crisps, roasts, and reheats with little to no oil. Compact, easy to use, and perfect for healthy cooking. Amazon's Choice.
- Healthy cooking with less oil
- 4-quart capacity
- Easy cleanup
- Amazon's Choice
- Takes counter space
- Learning curve for settings
Ninja
Ninja Foodi 8-Quart DualZone Air Fryer
The Ninja Foodi DualZone features two 4-quart baskets that cook independently — cook two foods two ways and finish at the same time. Perfect for families and meal prep.
- Two independent cooking zones
- 8-quart total capacity
- 6 cooking functions
- Best Seller on Amazon
- Large footprint
- Higher price point
Ninja
Ninja Professional Plus Blender
A powerful 1400-watt blender that crushes ice, makes smoothies, and handles frozen fruit with ease. Auto-iQ preset programs for one-touch blending.
- 1400 watts of power
- Crushes ice effortlessly
- Auto-iQ preset programs
- Large 72-oz pitcher
- Loud at high speeds
- Bulky for small kitchens
Hamilton Beach
Hamilton Beach 10-Cup Food Processor
A 10-cup food processor with a powerful 450-watt motor, perfect for chopping, slicing, shredding, and mixing. Compact and budget-friendly.
- 10-cup bowl capacity
- 450-watt motor
- Compact footprint
- Budget-friendly
- Not for heavy dough
- Plastic bowl
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