Kitchen

From blenders to chef's knives to rolling pins to nonstick skillets, our team of kitchen experts recommends the best equipment to help you whip up the finest meals, whether you're just starting out or you're a seasoned pro in the kitchen. These reviews are the result of hundreds of hours of research, expert interviews, crowdsourced opinions and owner ratings, hands-on testing, personal experience, and more.

Baking

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Coffee

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  • A close-up of a person pouring coffee into a coffee cup held by another person.

    The Best Coffee Makers

    by Wirecutter Staff

    We think the easiest way to make good coffee is with a good drip coffee maker. We also have picks for a budget option, an espresso machine, and more.

  • Our four picks for the best coffee grinders side by side.

    The Best Coffee Grinder

    by Rachel Wharton and Liz Clayton

    We’ve been testing coffee grinders since 2015 and have yet to find a better value than the consistent, reliable, and repairable Baratza Encore.

Cooking tools and utensils

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Cookware

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  • Six different saucepans on display in front of light grey background.

    The Best Saucepans

    by Antara Sinha and Lesley Stockton

    Among the 34 models we tested, the Tramontina Signature Tri-Ply Clad saucepans stand out for their comfortable handles and even heating.

  • A shiny skillet with brussels sprouts inside.

    The Best Skillets

    by Michael Sullivan and Lesley Stockton

    We’ve completed more than 90 collective hours of research and testing since 2014. Here’s what we recommend as the best skillet for most cooks.

Dining and entertaining

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  • A variety of different nonalcoholic drinks.

    The Best Nonalcoholic Drinks

    by Mace Dent Johnson

    We’ve tasted more than 80 nonalcoholic drinks and recommend a variety of favorites, including unique botanical spirits, juicy aperitifs, and complex sodas and seltzers.

  • Eight bottles and two glasses of nonalcoholic wine, all differently colored.

    The Best Nonalcoholic Wines

    by Nena Farrell

    We sampled more than 20 bottles of nonalcoholic wine and found our favorite reds, whites, rosés, and sparklings.

  • A bunch of white plates with our picks for best cloth napkins placed on top.

    The Best Cloth Napkins

    by Lesley Stockton

    After researching hundreds of cloth napkins and testing over 50, we’ve found 15 picks in various fabrics and colors that are all comfy, stylish, and durable.

Food and grocery

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Kitchen storage

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Large kitchen appliances

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Small kitchen appliances

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  • The Best Rice Cooker

    by Sabrina Imbler and Tammie Teclemariam

    After cooking more than 275 pounds of white and brown rice, we think the Zojirushi Neuro Fuzzy NS-ZCC10 works best for the widest variety of grains.

  • A black Instant Pot Rio 6-quart situated between a few bowls, a glass jar of white rice and two cans of tomatoes.

    The Best Electric Pressure Cooker Is an Instant Pot

    by Anna Perling, Lesley Stockton, and Ciara Murray Jordan

    We’ve tested dozens of multi-cookers since 2016, and the Instant Pot Rio 6-quart is our favorite. It’s sleek, simple to use, and performs basic functions well.

  • Our three juicer picks, side by side, surrounded by glasses of fresh juice in a rainbow of colors.

    The Best Juicer

    by Anna Perling

    We’ve tested 19 juicers since 2014, and think the Omega VSJ843 makes the best-tasting juices, and offers the best accessories, value, and warranty.

Wine and bar

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  • The Philips 3000 Series Airfryer, closed, with a bowl of fries, a bowl of chicken nuggets, and a small ramekin of ketchup pictured on a tan background, our top pick for best air fryers.

    The Best Air Fryer

    by Mace Dent Johnson

    We’ve tested dozens of pod-shaped air fryers, and the best is the Philips 3000 Series Airfryer L, which crisps and browns more evenly than the competition. 

  • A hand holding a cleaning cloth and wiping the inside of a cupboard.

    How to Clean Kitchen Cabinets

    by Michael Sullivan

    We’ve tested several methods for cleaning kitchen cabinets made of various materials. Here’s what we recommend.

  • A Cuisinart and a Panasonic toaster oven, shown side by side with toasted white bread slices in them.

    The Best Toaster Oven

    by Michael Sullivan

    We’ve been testing toaster ovens since 2013 and have two favorites: the compact Panasonic FlashXpress Toaster Oven and the large Cuisinart Chef’s Convection Toaster Oven.

  • Our four picks for best electric kettles.

    The Best Electric Kettle

    by Anna Shults Held, Sarah Zorn, and Michael Sullivan

    Through multiple rounds of testing since 2013, the Cuisinart CPK-17 has remained our favorite electric kettle. It’s fast, accurate, and easy to use—all at a great price.

  • A measuring cup filled with ice, a bottle of Seventh Generation dish soap, and garbage disposal cover sitting in a stainless steel sink.

    How to Clean a Garbage Disposal

    by Andrea Barnes

    Cleaning a garbage disposal is pretty straightforward—all you need is dish soap, hot water, and ice cubes.

  • A white sink with a black faucet neatly set up with cleaning utensils and products.

    How to Clean a Kitchen Sink

    by Abigail Bailey

    You should be cleaning your kitchen sink every time you do the dishes. Here’s how to keep it grime- and bacteria-free.

  • Our five picks for best microwave alongside an assortment of microwavable food.

    The Best Microwave

    by Rachel Wharton

    Most microwaves are nearly identical, but the Panasonic Genius Sensor Inverter NN-SN67HS stands out for its even heating and useful features.

  • Two trash stainless steel trash cans, side by side, shown together with a brush, a spray bottle, and kitchen gloves.

    How to Clean a Trash Can or Compost Bin

    by Ciara Murray Jordan

    As receptacles for everything gross and grimy, your trash can and compost bin need regular cleaning. Here’s how to do it.

  • A toaster oven on top of a countertop with the oven door open.

    How to Clean a Toaster Oven

    by Michael Sullivan

    We’ve tested various methods for cleaning a toaster oven. Here’s what we recommend.

  • Our top pick for the best pellet smoker grill, the Camp Chef Woodwind Pro 24.

    The Best Pellet Smoker Grill

    by Ben Keough

    After smoking hundreds of pounds of meat, we think the Camp Chef Woodwind Pro 24 is worth the cost. It helps even beginners make great barbecue.

  • A person hold's a nonstick pan with a pancake in it. a plate of three additional pancakes is right next to the pan.

    The Best Nonstick Pan

    by Lesley Stockton

    We’ve cooked mounds of eggs and more in 27 nonstick pans since 2016, and we recommend the slick and durable Tramontina 10-Inch Professional Restaurant Fry Pan.

  • A silver French door refrigerator with a bottom freezer.

    The Best Refrigerators

    by Rachel Wharton

    Whether you want a big, feature-rich refrigerator or a smaller, pared-down model, our recommendations will help you find the fridge that’s right for you.