33 Kitchen Gadgets You Will Actually Use More Than Once (2024)

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My Surprise Favorite Kitchen Gadget Best Looking Kettle A Do-It-All Rice Cooker Most Luxurious Coffee Maker For Precision Cooking For Affordable Precision Cooking For the Design Lover For the At Home Barista TikTok's Favorite Oil Dispenser Real Chefs' Favorite Oil Dispenser Vitamix 5200 Pro-Grade Blender Vitamix 5200 Pro-Grade Blender Aarke Stainless Steel Kettle Aarke Stainless Steel Kettle Zojirushi NP-HCC10XH Rice Cooker Zojirushi NP-HCC10XH Rice Cooker Balmuda The Brew Balmuda The Brew Breville Joule Turbo Sous Vide Breville Joule Turbo Sous Vide Anova Culinary Nano Sous Vide Precision Cooker Anova Culinary Nano Sous Vide Precision Cooker Smeg Smeg Espresso Machine Black Smeg Smeg Espresso Machine Black Breville Barista Express Impress Breville Barista Express Impress Dwëllza Kitchen Oil Dispenser Set Dwëllza Kitchen Oil Dispenser Set OXO Squeeze Bottle with Basting Attachment OXO Squeeze Bottle with Basting Attachment Beast x Beastmode Blender Beast x Beastmode Blender Breville Pizzaiolo Breville Pizzaiolo Ooni Karu 12G Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven Ooni Karu 12G Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven Reencle Home Composter Reencle Home Composter Whiskware Pancake Batter Bottle Whiskware Pancake Batter Bottle HexClad 12 Inch Frying Pan HexClad 12 Inch Frying Pan MEATER Plus Smart Meat Thermometer MEATER Plus Smart Meat Thermometer Almond Cow The Essentials Bundle Almond Cow The Essentials Bundle The Nutr The Nutr Ninja Professional Advanced Food Processor Ninja Professional Advanced Food Processor FAQs References

The team over here at Esquire just loves The Bear, man. It's everything we want from television. Drama. Comedy. Storytelling. Italian family scenes. Other scenes dedicated entirely to pants. It's a great show. It's a stylish show from a stylish mind.

And there's a happy little consequence from our Italian beef obsession: We're now all becoming home chefs. (Maybe I'm only speaking for myself, but that's all that matters, in my honest opinion.) I'm on the line (my kitchen counters) using Japanese knives and chef's tweezers and squeeze bottles. I spend late nights awake thinking about plating, I'm simmering stocks for 24-plus hours, and I f*cking love efficiency. That's why I'm telling you all the smart must-haves you should be stocking for your kitchen—the air fryer, the sous vide, the cast iron skillet, the works. Will it make you a better cook? Not immediately—but it's a step in the right direction.

As a gift to you, the people of the internet, I'm going to keep this as a running list of the best kitchen gadgets on the market, updated after I do the big testing for our Home Awards or Gadget Awards. These are the splurge-worthy appliances and easy accessories going in our carts, as well as the carts of better chefs than us and real restauranteur friends. Buy from this list, and you'll never be disappointed in your tools, only in your own cooking abilities.

My Surprise Favorite Kitchen Gadget

Vitamix 5200 Pro-Grade Blender

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My Surprise Favorite Kitchen Gadget

Vitamix 5200 Pro-Grade Blender

Now 17% Off

I used to be skeptical of Vitamix, and I say that as a smoothie lover. Then, I got one. Now, I might through an onion in there if I'm too lazy to chop it. It can do so much more than smoothies and soups. I make salad dressings at home in under a minute. I make all my own salsas. I even started making my own mayo in it. If you like having control over everything that goes into your food, you need to have a Vitamix.

Best Looking Kettle

Aarke Stainless Steel Kettle

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Best Looking Kettle

Aarke Stainless Steel Kettle

We awarded this kettle in our gadget awards because it's simply the most beautiful countertop gadget we have ever seen.

A Do-It-All Rice Cooker

Zojirushi NP-HCC10XH Rice Cooker

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A Do-It-All Rice Cooker

Zojirushi NP-HCC10XH Rice Cooker

Now 38% Off

Do you need a $400 rice cooker? Not necessarily. That $50 one from Walmart will work. But! This thing makes the best rice—of any type and variety—ever. Plus, it'll last the rest of your life. In my mind, that makes it a solid investment.

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Most Luxurious Coffee Maker

Balmuda The Brew

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Most Luxurious Coffee Maker

Balmuda The Brew

Balmuda has such a beautifully Japanese approach to its products. This coffee pot looks fantastic, and it is programmed to precision to pour the perfect cup of coffee every single time. It's the ease of a drip coffee maker with all the precision of pour over. You might turn your nose up at the price, but it's worth every penny.

For Precision Cooking

Breville Joule Turbo Sous Vide

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For Precision Cooking

Breville Joule Turbo Sous Vide

A sous vide is the gadget that makes precision cooked food possible, a staple tool in the highest caliber kitchens. You vacuum-seal your food—poultry, fish, vegetables, red meat, anything—put it in water and cook it to an exact temperature. This new Breville is the Rolls-Royce of sous vides, so you can get on your freaky foodie Noma sh*t.

For Affordable Precision Cooking

Anova Culinary Nano Sous Vide Precision Cooker

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For Affordable Precision Cooking

Anova Culinary Nano Sous Vide Precision Cooker

Now 36% Off

But if $250 is a bit steep, how's $150 sound? This option on Amazon from Anova is a bit less accurate, and it might need replacing sooner, but it's a great way to dip your toe in to fine cooking.

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For the Design Lover

Smeg Smeg Espresso Machine Black

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For the Design Lover

Smeg Smeg Espresso Machine Black

If you haven't gotten an espresso machine yet, you're missing out. Every barista-made coffee is just some combo of espresso and frothed milk, and this SMEG espresso machine does both. Plus, it looks better than any other coffee machine on the market.

For the At Home Barista

Breville Barista Express Impress

For the At Home Barista

Breville Barista Express Impress

Now 20% Off

If you want something barista level, though, this Breville is the way to go. Fresh grinds for every drink, and every capability a real barista needs.

TikTok's Favorite Oil Dispenser

Dwëllza Kitchen Oil Dispenser Set

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TikTok's Favorite Oil Dispenser

Dwëllza Kitchen Oil Dispenser Set

Now 22% Off

This oil dispenser set went viral for a reason: It's too good. The oil pump mister or sprayer helps even out the coverage and prevents you from over-pouring. Next, the dispenser bottle comes in clutch during those "one tsp of oil" or "two tbsp of oil" recipe moments. And both have a measuring reservoir at the top. Portion control, people.

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Real Chefs' Favorite Oil Dispenser

OXO Squeeze Bottle with Basting Attachment

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Real Chefs' Favorite Oil Dispenser

OXO Squeeze Bottle with Basting Attachment

But for dispensing olive oil, sauces, and condiments, real chefs use squeeze bottles. When we say real chefs, we mean the Noma types again, the ones that use tweezers to finish a dish. This is the first thing they tell you to buy when becoming a serious home chef. Bonus: This one has a nifty basting attachment.

For the Smoothie Lover

Beast x Beastmode Blender

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For the Smoothie Lover

Beast x Beastmode Blender

Now 20% Off

The Esquire Endorsed Beast blender is the ultimate smoothie-making machine. Now with a new big-name collaboration with Marshawn Lynch (aka Beastmode) you wanna buy this thing before it sells out.

For the Novice Pizza Maker

Breville Pizzaiolo

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For the Novice Pizza Maker

Breville Pizzaiolo

An indoor electric pizza oven is the cutting edge of kitchen gadgets. Like a real pizza oven, it heats up to 750+ degrees. Unlike a real pizza oven, no gas or wood fire is required. And unless your kitchen is horribly small, it won't even cause a temperature swing.

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For the Pizza Maker That's Levelling-Up

Ooni Karu 12G Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven

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For the Pizza Maker That's Levelling-Up

Ooni Karu 12G Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven

But if you're serious about pizza making, you want to be hitting 900°F. That can only really be done outdoors on a gas or wood stove. And what do you know, Ooni just made its best seller Karu 12 in a multi-fuel option. Use wood or charcoal for an authentic pie, or use gas for a quicker weeknight option.

For the Green Kitchen

Reencle Home Composter

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For the Green Kitchen

Reencle Home Composter

For the gardeners, carbon neutral strivers, and tree huggers in general, Reencle has made a true apartment-sized compost. While an indoor compost might sound disgusting, the Reencle is actually quite pleasant. It blocks odors, turns quietly, and uses a bacteria/heat combo to break down food as quickly as possible. It works for apartments. It works for families with kids.

For the Easy Whisking

Whiskware Pancake Batter Bottle

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For the Easy Whisking

Whiskware Pancake Batter Bottle

Batter mixer, egg beater, salad dressing maker: Pretty much anything that requires conventional whisking can be done in this blender bottle.

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Best Nonstick Skillet

HexClad 12 Inch Frying Pan

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Best Nonstick Skillet

HexClad 12 Inch Frying Pan

Nonstick is not a new invention, but HexClad's approach is definitely fresh. Instead of fully nonstick, there are hexagon shaped steel ridges. This allows you to get a proper sear on meats and veg, but you can still slide an omelette around, no problem.

For the Perfect Medium Rare

MEATER Plus Smart Meat Thermometer

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For the Perfect Medium Rare

MEATER Plus Smart Meat Thermometer

For the grill master, this smart accessory sticks into your rotisserie chicken or lamp chop and probes the internal temperature, ensuring your every bite thereafter is utterly satisfying and Salmonella-free. And it's completely wireless—the first of its kind.

Best Alternative Milk Maker

Almond Cow The Essentials Bundle

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Best Alternative Milk Maker

Almond Cow The Essentials Bundle

We love our alternative milks over here, but ask us what's in the carton and... honestly, we've got no clue. But with an Almond Cow, we know exactly what's going into that almond milk latte. Make alternative milks to your taste, store it in a cute old timey jar, and keep it clean with a specially designed brush.

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For the Vegan Barista

The Nutr

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For the Vegan Barista

The Nutr

Now 16% Off

But that Almond Cow is big, and it's a bit limited in the scope of what it can make. The Nutr is an apartment sized option, and it makes great creams, as well as milks. Perfect for someone whose only using alternative milks for coffee or baked goods.

Best Food Processor

Ninja Professional Advanced Food Processor

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Best Food Processor

Ninja Professional Advanced Food Processor

The weirdest guys on the internet? The ones obsessed with kitchen knives. Give us this Ninja food processor, and you'd have to pay us to do our mise en place the old fashioned way.

33 Kitchen Gadgets You Will Actually Use More Than Once (2024)

FAQs

What is considered a kitchen gadget? ›

Terms like "gadget," "utensil," "accoutrement," "tool," and "appliance" overlap. A kitchen gadget may be a specialized artifact used for the preparation of a single kind of dish or for performing one specific function across a variety of dishes.

What is the most useful kitchen tool and why? ›

1. Chef's Knife. This tool is by far one of the most important foundational tools in your kitchen. Because you use the chef's knife for so much of your prep time, it's very important for it to be comfortable and well balanced.

What do chefs use the most? ›

It's kind of like seeing what appliances chefs keep on their countertops: a window into their world.
  • Chef's Knife. Mac Knife 8-Inch Hollow Edge Chef's Knife. ...
  • Boning Knife. Wusthof Classic Boning Knife. ...
  • Pepper Grinder. Le Creuset Pepper Mill. ...
  • Grater. ...
  • Vegetable Peeler. ...
  • Fish Spatula. ...
  • Wooden Spoons. ...
  • Silicone Spatulas.
Dec 1, 2023

What is the purpose of kitchen gadgets? ›

Time-Saving: Kitchen gadgets like food processors, blenders, and microwave ovens significantly reduce food preparation time, allowing us to cook meals faster and spend more quality time with our loved ones.

What kitchen gadget looks like a comb? ›

Have you ever heard of a cake breaker? If you're taking online pastry courses you may have actually used this handy tool! It looks like a very big metal comb and is used to cut delicate egg-white cakes like angel food cakes without squishing them like a regular knife.

What is the name of the most important tool in the kitchen? ›

KNIVES. If you're cooking, you're going to be using a knife. If you only have money and space for one knife, get a chef's knife. You will use this knife for 90% of your food prep, so buy a nice one and take care of it.

What is the most used kitchen utensil? ›

The kitchen's unsung hero must be the spatula. It gets more frequent use than any other tool in the poll — almost two-thirds of us own one and use it frequently. Other workhorses include cutting boards, can openers and measuring cups.

What is the most versatile tool in the kitchen? ›

Here are some reasons why the chef's knife is often considered the most important: Versatility: Chef's knives are incredibly versatile and can handle a variety of cutting tasks, including chopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing.

What do chefs do all day? ›

Develop recipes and determine how to present dishes. Plan menus and ensure the quality of meals. Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas for cleanliness and functionality. Hire, train, and supervise cooks and other food preparation workers.

What equipment do chefs use daily? ›

Knives - A good set of knives is essential for any professional chef, as they will be doing a lot of cutting, slicing, and chopping. Cutting boards - A sturdy cutting board is also essential to prevent damaging kitchen surfaces and to provide a good surface for cutting and chopping.

Do chefs use kitchen gadgets? ›

Most chefs measure with digital kitchen scales instead of measuring cups and spoons because it's a more reliable method—and it makes the process of weighing large quantities of ingredients way easier.

What is the 10 kitchen tools in making pancake? ›

Answer:
  • non-stick pan.
  • whisk.
  • weighing scale.
  • mixing bowl.
  • spatula.
  • lemon squeezer.
  • squeezy bottles.
  • pancake moulds.
Oct 23, 2020

Is microwave a kitchen gadget? ›

A survey has revealed microwaves to be the “nation's number one must-have kitchen gadget”, owned by up to 95% of households, said Xanthe Clay in The Telegraph.

What is another name for kitchen gadgets? ›

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