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If you’re in the market for small kitchen appliances, like air fryers and blenders, trusty Dutch ovens, and other kitchen tools, you’ve come to the right place. We keep tabs on everything we test all year long, and there are some good prices right now. With Labor Day in the rearview and Prime Big Deal Days coming in just a few weeks, there aren’t too many sales right now. But it is CR’s Member Appreciation Week now through September 22, so we do have some exclusive offers for our members on some top-rated kitchen brands, which you can see below, as long as you’re logged in.
A good deal is about more than just the price, so we also look at the item’s quality based on how it performs in our lab tests and at-home evaluations. Everything on this list isn’t only going to be easy on your wallet, but it’s also going to be a great addition to your kitchen and last a long time to come.
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Cookware
The ceramic-coated nonstick Our Place Perfect Pot is not currently on sale for the general public, but as part of CR’s Member Appreciation Week, our members can take advantage of an exclusive offer to save on this model from now until September 22. Log in and keep reading to see the details. This is a popular Dutch oven, and it’s a top performer in our lab tests where we bake bread, simmer sauces, clean, and evaluate how quickly and evenly each Dutch oven heats. The one area where this pot scores less well is handle temperature, so you’ll want to keep a potholder handy if you choose this model. Overall, it’s an attractive and versatile piece of cookware for your kitchen.
Just enter the code ConsumerReportsVIP at checkout to save 10 percent on your purchase at Our Place.
This frying pan rarely goes on sale, and in fact, it’s not actually on sale right now either. But our members can save during Member Appreciation Week now through September 22. Just log in and keep reading for details. The 10.5-inch pan cooks evenly, and its ceramic coating rates well for food release and durability. The handle is super-sturdy and cool to the touch when cooking. Though made of aluminum, the pan is induction-compatible, says the manufacturer.
This is another frying pan that is not on sale for the general public, but CR members are eligible for an exclusive discount. You must be logged in to see the details. In our tests of the Caraway Ceramic-Coated nonstick pan, fried eggs easily slid out one after another, and the surface heated evenly with no hot spots. The handle is super-sturdy and stays cool to the touch as you cook. The nonstick ceramic coating, which the manufacturer claims is made without PTFE, stood up very well in our durability test. This pan is also induction-compatible and is claimed to be oven-safe to 550° F.
You can save 10 percent on your purchase at Caraway Home using the code CR102026 now through December 31.
The Caraway Ceramic-Coated Cookware Set is not on sale for the general public, but CR members can save more during Member Appreciation Week. It comes with 14 pieces, but only half are pots or lids. The rest are various racks, hooks, and other things you might not want or have space for. That said, this set excels in all four of our key cooking tests: cooking evenness, simmering, nonstick food release, and speed of heating. It also shows very good performance in our nonstick durability tests, though some other sets did better.
You can save 10 percent on your purchase at Caraway Home using the code CR102026 now through December 31.
Air Fryers
The Cosori Lite CAF-LI211 is perfect for anyone with limited counter space. This measured 1.7-quart air fryer is packed with appealing features such as a dishwasher-safe basket, preprogrammed settings, and a digital display, but with a footprint of just 9x11 inches, it comes in a small package (and a fairly small price tag, too). What’s more, this model was a standout in our tests, receiving high marks for being easy to use and to clean and remaining at a low volume while cooking. The Cosori Lite comes with a two-year warranty.
The Instant Vortex 4 Plus Air Fryer 4QT is a standout for the legibility of its digital controls, relatively low noise levels, and ease of cleaning. What’s more, its square basket design makes it easy to fit in a small Pyrex dish or baking pan—great for turning out sweet treats. The measured 3-quart model has a 1-year warranty.
Ninja’s air fryers all perform well in our tests, and the Max XL is no different. What sets this one apart is its 5.5-quart capacity. Standard air fryers tend to fall in the 4-quart range. It got top marks in our lab tests for its easy controls, and scored better than average for convenience and noise. It did fall a little short when it came to cleaning.
The Cuisinart AIR-200 air fryer features a digital display, a viewing window, and a shake reminder to ensure your food is evenly crispy. It can roast, bake, broil, and keep your food warm, plus it’s dishwasher safe. It was under $100 during the last big sale, so you may want to wait until Prime Big Deal Days in a few weeks to save more.
Coffee Makers
With its built-in milk frother, the Nespresso CitiZ EN267BAE takes single-serve coffee to the next level. It’s great for hosting events, considering it aced CR’s tests for speed and size consistency. The brand’s single-serve coffee makers also get top marks for owner satisfaction and near-top-level marks for reliability in our member surveys. This machine requires a bit more maintenance due to the milk frother, but if you love your morning latte, it’s a quick and easy way to get your fix
The Keurig K-Supreme is back down to the same low we saw for Prime Day. It’s a top performer when it comes to first-cup speed, size consistency, and convenience. It also delivers subsequent cups quickly after the first, important if you plan to serve multiple cups. Its settings let you easily adjust the brew’s strength. Like many K-Cup machines, this coffee maker’s features include auto-shutoff, a removable reservoir, and a height-adjustable drip tray.
Toasters
The GE G9OAAASSPSS received excellent scores for ease of use and ease of cleaning—good news, especially if you’re new to air-frying. We also found that this model reliably turns out evenly browned toast, whether you’re toasting one piece or a full batch (though the latter might take some time). It’s also only so-so at reheating food, which we tested by reheating lasagna and taking various temperature readings to look for even heating.
Blenders
The Vitamix 67991 immersion blender packs the typical brand power, backed by a three-year warranty. This 14,500-rpm stick has five speeds and blends yogurts better than it pureés soups. It features a black-and-stainless steel wand, easy-twist lock, two blades for smoothie ice crushing, and a scratch-resistant blade guard to protect your pots and pans from scratches.
Multi-Cookers
The 6-quart 1,350-watt DeLonghi Livenza is another multi-cooker without a pressure-cook function, so fast cooking isn’t its promise. But its slow-cooking mode is top-notch, with the model earning a strong rating in that test. It also earns top-notch scores for sautéing and steaming, both tests that few models ace.
This cooker has a baking function, too, which we tested with mixed results. Our chocolate chip bars were nice and chewy on top but burnt on the bottom around the corners of the pot. Like the Cuisinart above, this cooker’s oblong shape is useful for bulky roasts and racks of ribs.
Salad Spinners
Oxo Stainless Steel Salad Spinner, 6.34 Qt
Oxo makes so many good kitchen utensils that it’s no surprise that this big spinner was among the top performers. It removed 97.7 percent of the water from our greens, making it the second best performer for drying behind the Farberware, above. This Oxo model can accommodate a max of 200.32 grams of dry salad mix, again, second to the winner. It’s the only stainless steel model we tested, so if you’re trying to cut down on your plastic purchases, this could be a good model for you.
Kitchen Tools
Zulay Kitchen Rotary Cheese Grater
The Zulay Kitchen Rotary Cheese Grater may not be "on sale" in this color, but it is at least $5 less than in any other color. It is a versatile and user-friendly tool with five interchangeable blades that are perfect for grating cheese, though the brand says it can also be used on nuts and some veggies. Left-handed users can even easily turn the gadget for seamless operation.
This was the only grater with extra surfaces and a handy container to store them. It is a bulky device overall—it stands at 11.25 inches tall, so it won’t fit into most drawers—and is meant to fit in a cabinet or sit on the counter.
The Meater+ meat thermometer is one of the most reliable digital thermometers. It’s easy to use, and given its top-notch accuracy, you won’t need guesswork to determine the doneness of brisket and other fleshy delights. It’s shaped like a thick ink pen with dual sensors—one for internal temperature and one for ambient temperature—and its size makes it better suited to girthier cuts. The Meater+ transmits temperature readings wirelessly to the companion smartphone app.
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