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1. A reviewer-beloved veggie chopper so you can feel like the next Gordon Ramsay. This multifunctioning gadget chops, spiralizes, and slices veggies instantly so you don't have to, AND it comes with a built-in storage container that'll leave your kitchen ~mess free~.
Fullstar is a small biz that specializes in super useful kitchen gadgets!
Promising review: "Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper, which was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food and it has a generous container." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $23.95+ (available in two styles and three colors).
2. A pair of herb scissors with FIVE blades. It'll *snip* off so much prep time and cut through herbs or leafy greens in just a matter of seconds!
Promising review: "I like to grow herbs and use them in salads, soups, and many other recipes. I received these as a birthday gift and can't believe how fast and easy it is to cut up cilantro, basil, parsley, lovage, etc. My husband tried them today too for the first time while making guacamole, and found that slicing the cilantro went very quickly. The storage case-cleaner is very efficiently designed too. I ordered four of these sets to give as gifts." —Lucille P. Nawara
Get them from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in three colors).
3. A cutting board prep station so you can chop and store ingredients all in one place. (Perfect for meal prepping!) Who's up next on the chopping block? Def not you after using this 2-in-1!
Promising review: "I purchased this product because I do a lot of food prep and have challenges placing prepared cuttings into containers. This unique cutting board allows me to cut various foods and slide them through an opening directly into a sealable plastic container. The time savings and organization allows for faster prep time. The bamboo board works well for this purpose." —N Hara
Get it from Amazon for $77.99.
4. A dishwasher-safe apple slicer because slicing it wedge by wedge is just way too much work sometimes. Place an apple into the slicer and *pressto*: eight evenly cut slices!
Promising review: "Seriously, why has this never been invented before? It's the best thing in the history of apples! It cuts the apples in perfect sizes for kids (and even me), and the bottom base to push the blade all the way down is a game-changer. I always hated cutting apples because the last push was annoying and made slices fly everywhere. This is easy and keeps them all mostly attached. Love, love, love it!" —jbug
Get it from Amazon for $11.95.
5. A divided nonstick skillet so you can minimize cooking time and cleaning time — which I know can be your kryptonite if you're feeling lazy.
Promising review: "This skillet works pretty well and the clean-up is very easy. I've made eggs, steaks, pork chops, beans, chili, pancakes, tortillas, quesadillas, bacon, and potatoes for starters. It's awesome to cook a full meal and only have one pan to wash. I would recommend a small spatula for the smaller compartments though, since it can be a tight fit, but overall this was a great purchase." —Photography is life
Get it from Amazon for $49.35.
6. A garlic peeler that'll keep the clove intact while removing the peels and keeping them inside. Just toss your garlic in, press down, and roll to get perfectly peeled garlic in seconds. The best part: Your hands stay odor-free!
This includes a ventilated case for storage and the peeler is dishwasher safe!
Promising review: "OK, this is DEFINITELY not a gimmick! Follow the instructions and this will save you time in the kitchen! Roll it with minimal pressure and it works like a champ. It also rinses very easily and dries quick. The case has holes on either end to ensure it dries completely in between uses when you toss it in a drawer. I will never hand/knife smash garlic and fight with those pesky skins sticking to everything ever again." —ThatKasper
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
7. And a garlic rocker so you can continue to keep your fingers free from the garlicky scent. Just rock it back and forth a few times and you're done!
8. An inconspicuous jar opener because opening jars with your bare hands is a struggle that no one should have to go through — especially just to get one pickle spear.
To install, remove the backing of the adhesive and stick it on, then screw in the three included screws to secure it!
Promising review: "I bought this last year and have used it many times on many different lids, even use it to open gallon milk jugs when those pesky plastic attachments just won't seem to give. I haven't found anything I try that it won't open for me. No more banging on the counter, just hold it under my cabinet and slid it in the V-shaped opening, give it a little twist to open, hardly any effort at all. It was easy to attach under the cabinet, I put mine so the wide opening faces forward. I personally think every house should have one of these." —Addie
Get It from Amazon for $18.55.
9. And an electric can opener that'll def come in handy when those pesky lids just won't come off. Forget about accidentally cutting your fingers on those sharp edges; these will open any can with just the touch of a finger.
Promising review: "This is a great can opener. Took a minute to figure out how to fit the can and realize it opens the cans from the side and not the top. I soon realized what a benefit this is! No sharp edges and you can snugly fit the top back on the can for refrigerator storage if you don't use the entire can of food. Very sturdy and easy to use. There is an option to lock the handle down if you don't want to hold it while it's opening the can, but it's not difficult either way." —Michelle L
Get it from Amazon for $32.85.
10. A microwave omelet maker for those mornings when you egg-ccidentally snoozed your alarm one too many times. Just beat some eggs with milk and add the mixture in with your desired ingredients for a perfectly cooked omelet in just five minutes!
This is made of 100% platinum silicone that's resistant to high temperatures and is dishwasher-safe.
Promising review: "This product is brilliant because it works on the steam concept of cooking. I suggest cooking frozen vegetables with some butter first then adding two to three eggs on top. Instant frittata. Adjust your cooking times because it takes some time to perfect it." —Enjoy Good Design
Get it from Amazon for $17.95.
11. A hanging garbage bag holder so you don't have to go back and forth to the trash can while making your famous vegetable stir-fry. Plus, you won't run the risk of dropping scraps on the floor along the way to throw them out. Reviewers also use this for composting!
Promising review: "I love this product because I'm always chopping vegetables and cutting up meat. I would be making several trips to the trash. Now I'm able to make meal prep quicker, easier, and cleaner! A good way to use up some of those plastic bags from the grocery store, too!" —Ellen Holcomb
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
12. A tofu press to drain tofu from all its moisture in just 15 minutes, leaving it ready to absorb other flavors when cooking! There are two pressure levels, so whether you have firm or soft tofu, it'll always stay intact.
BTW, TofuBud is a small biz based in San Francisco.
Promising review: "I used to use a kitchen towel to squeeze water out of tofu. The process was time consuming, messy, and took a kitchen towel straight from clean drawer to the laundry. The TofuBud works amazingly well. Push the plunger to the second compression, and 30 minutes later, the perfect amount of water has been removed to make tofu patties. Add an egg and some light soy sauce and brown in a nonstick skillet. Great!" —MT Nester
Get it from Amazon for $26.95.
13. A flexible spoon that's multifunctional — it measures, it stirs, it flips, it can do anything! OK, not literally anything, but you get the point. Plus, it just gives you less to wash when you do the dishes!
It's heat resistant up to 600 degrees and designed with an ergonomic handle, stiff nylon core, and flexible angled head for easy stirring. You can also get a blender spatula, jar scraper, and assorted sizes of spoons from the same link.
Promising review: "This is a perfect mix between a spoon and a spatula. Perfect for pans that can’t tolerate metal utensils. You can scoop, move things around in the pan, and the end doesn’t bend everywhere. It’s also dishwasher safe, so cleanup is a snap. I would consider buying more because my other cookware just doesn’t compare! This will be my go-to from now on." —Katherine Barnes
Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in four colors).
14. A set of gravity-activated grinders so your poor forearms can take a break from the endless twisting and turning. Once you tip these bad boys over, they automatically ground salt or pepper for you.
Watch this TikToker use these automatic grinders while cooking here!
Promising review: "These are really beautiful and add the exact touch of copper I was looking for in my space. When using, the end lights up blue which is very cool gives them a modern feel. They feel heavy and solid, including the clear receptacle that holds the salt/pepper." —Pink Dragon
Get the set of two from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in three colors as well as a single grinder).
15. A pig egg yolk separator — it's just as useful as it is adorable. Simply put the pig's lips to the yolk and press in to suck it up.
16. A genius Whiskware pancake batter mixer so you can whip up some flapjacks, crepes, and more in a jiffy. Just add your desired ingredients into the bottle and shake it with the blender ball inside — your forearms won't have to put in the work to whisk it up. You've heard of farm-to-table but have you heard of bottle-to-stove? Just squeeze the batter out onto the griddle and voilà!
Promising review: "I LOVE this thing! Breakfast has never been faster or easier! And it doesn't make noise that will wake everyone up while I am mixing. The silicone tip is real silicone (for those wondering about the pinch test) and does well against cast-iron. I have never been able to get my pancakes this fluffy until now! So great! Planning on buying more from this brand! It is also super easy to clean. The bottom comes off to fill it up, and it turns into a holder for the bottle by setting the top into the bottom setting. It suggests putting in your liquid first then your mix, but if making a large amount, you might have to gently tap it a bit." —KC Hunter
Get it from Amazon for $13.35.
17. A strainer that attaches to any pot so you don't have to *strain* your forearms holding up a colander. Plus, no pasta will be a flight risk and end up in the sink.
It's made of flexible silicone and designed to fit most pots and pans.
Promising review: "Years ago I had a pot strainer that worked well. When it finally broke I bought several nearer versions and NONE of them fit anything well. I ended up getting a large bowl style strainer which worked but took up valuable cabinet space. This clip-on silicone strainer is amazing! It fits every pot in my cabinet, keeping food in and letting the water or grease out. Plus it frees up valuable cabinet space. I highly recommend it!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in five colors).
18. A glass and stainless-steel oil sprayer so you can get a perfect oil coating on your veggies without having to get your hands greasy.
Promising review: "The sprayer is made with a high-quality glass container and a spraying nozzle capable of producing a very fine mist. This is perfect for coating baking pans with oil and other cooking needs. The trigger is smooth and easy to use. The slim profile makes it easy to store and doesn't clog up precious kitchen storage space." —K.K.
Get it from Amazon for $9.21.
19. An Instant Pot that can basically do it all — it's called a 7-in-1 for a reason. It can serve as a pressure cooker, rice cooker, and can even make yogurt. Did I mention that it also has 11 one-touch options for delicious ribs, soups, and more!? The world isn't your oyster, this Instant Pot is.
Promising review: "This is quite possibly the coolest, most versatile kitchen gadget I’ve ever owned. I love it so much that I’ve purchased two more for friends and relatives. What can it do? I think the real question is 'What can’t it do?' I truly believe you could replace every cooking appliance (including your oven and stove top) and do EVERYTHING in the Instant Pot. I purchased two sizes for my own use: the 3-quart (which is my almost-every-day workhorse for two person dishes) and the 8-quart (which I bring out to handle my dinner party dishes). Everything I’ve tried has been fabulous. In the realm of kitchen appliances, there is no better investment than the Instant Pot. Highly recommended!!!" —Stereoman
Get it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in three sizes).
20. And an air fryer so you can fry, roast, reheat, and even dehydrate your food. Just stick anything in here that needs to be baked or fried, set your desired time, and bada bing bada boom — your meal is ready.
Promising review: "I'm not much of a cook and I'm also really lazy by the end of the day — that adds up to a lot of dinners ordered from DoorDash... I got this air fryer and promised myself I would use it as much as possible. I went out and got ingredients for some easy recipes I looked up and also bought some frozen food. I used the air fryer to cook everything and didn't order any DoorDash for the next week and a half while I still had ingredients! Overall the food prepared in the air fryer was as good if not better than restaurant delivery food and that's all I could ever ask for at the end of a long day!" —Nick G
Get it from Amazon for $99.99.
21. An easy-to-use blender to whip up a smoothie or whatever mixture you want to create in just seconds. Place literally ANY fruits or veggies in here and it'll blend it ~lickety-split~.
Promising review: "I work in a vegan restaurant and use these once in a while for small amounts of dressings. So when I was in the market for a personal blender for smoothies and dressings/sauces for two, I knew I wanted this ... and boy does it deliver! I love prepping the smoothies the night before in the containers. It's the perfect size for a small apartment and it easily stores in the cabinet if you need to clear off the countertop." —Bernadette
Get it from Amazon for $37.49 (available in black or silver).
22. Or a quiet Beast countertop blender that holds up to 1 liter worth of ingredients *and* comes with a drinking lid and carry cap so you can bring it on the go if you're in a rush. Plus it pulses and blends so fast you'll be done it no time!
Another cool feature: The blending vessel turns into a cup you can drink directly out of!
Former BuzzFeed Shopping writer Britt Ross says: "I got this blender over the summer, and wow, as someone who had firmly decided I was an 'I don't need a blender' person, I quickly changed my mind after the first use. For starters, it's not as large as those super industrial-strength blenders, and it's so aesthetically pleasing that I have it out on my counter at all times. Plus, it couldn't be easier to use — just fill the bowl with your ingredients, pulse, and in a matter of ~moments~, you'll have a perfectly uniform blend of whatever you're trying to blitz. I first tried it out on a smoothie made with frozen bananas and peaches (see it in action on TikTok here!), and it pulverized the icy fruit like a champ. Best of all? It's a total breeze to clean, which, if I'm being honest, was probably the biggest factor in my having waited so long to add a blender to my kitchen arsenal. I can't recommend it enough, 15/10, no notes." For more deets, check out BuzzFeed's full Beast blender review!
Get it from our Goodful shop for $148 (originally $165; available in three colors).
23. A dish squeegee so when you're finally ready to get up and load the dishwasher, you won't even need to get your hands dirty! You can use it to reach every edge and crevice of your plates and bowls and just scrape everything off.
Promising review: "Oxo has such wonderful kitchen equipment, and this is no exception. It does a much better job than a Brillo pad, and lasts longer, too." —Emily Peters
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
24. A smart cutting board and knife set that comes with eight separated compartments: four for cutting boards and four for knives. Once you're done using them, just give it a little wash and place it back into designated space. From there, it'll dry and disinfect everything!
The cutting boards and knives are dishwasher safe.
Check out Julianna Christensen's TikTok video to see the cutting board set in action.
Promising review: "My new apartment doesn't have a cutting board so this is nice. The knives with the cutting board keeps everything I need in place and the drying and sanitizing option makes me feel better." —Katie
Get it from Amazon for $129+ (available in four colors).
25. A vacuum sealer so you can meal prep for the rest of the week and get it over with. It keeps food fresh for longer and you'll definitely save room in your fridge without the bulky Tupperware. It also comes with an air suction hose if you want to use a plastic bag instead!
If you've struggled with food preservation in the past, this set will help keep your meats and produce fresh. You won't have to think twice about leaky containers or lids slipping off *before* you get cookin.'
In addition to the air suction hose and vacuum sealer, you'll also get a wine stopper cork, five medium vacuum bags (78 x 118 inches), and one extra long vacuum bag roll (78 x 790 inches).
Promising review: "I'm an avid cook and baker, and with two small kids, I make a lot of small-sized foods, in bulk. My freezer would be packed full of plastic zipper bags. Not anymore. This thing has saved my food *and* my space! You can cut bags to size, use it with marinades, wet food, and seal in canisters. It's not horribly loud either. This gets the job done!" —Jessica Saroch
Get it from Amazon for $48.90+ (available in three colors).
26. A 5-in-1 countertop cooker for when you don't feel like using the stove or oven. This baby can practically do anything — from pressing paninis to even grilling veggies!
It works as a contact grill, panini press, full grill, full griddle, and half grill/half griddle. Think of all the counter space (and cooking time) you'll be saving with this baby!
Promising review: "How did I live without this!? I LOVE this grill! Got it and used it immediately for paninis. Will be using it to grill chicken and burgers this week. Popping off and cleaning the plates are super easy, flick and push of side buttons in a snap. It is on my counter and will probably remain year round, even though we have both a charcoal and propane in backyard that we often use. This is for lazy nights or rainy, cold nights." —Kjava57
Get it from Amazon for $88.60.
27. A colander spoon so you can scoop up food straight out of the pot and strain all excess water and oil — without having to bring out an gigantic colander.
It's made from toughened nylon and is suitable for use on non-stick cookware. It's resistant to temps of up to 392 degrees Fahrenheit, and it's dishwasher-safe!
Promising review: "This is NOT some cheap-o plastic-y gadget. It is a very high quality kitchen tool that I'm finding to be super handy. Saves me time and effort from digging out the big strainers and then having to clean them. This thing is well-engineered and made of some kind of lightweight super strong, boiling water proof stuff. Wife saw me with it and now it's one of her favorite things to grab in the kitchen — washing mushrooms and small servings of veggies, straining pasta, scooping up poached eggs.... super handy thing to have around and built to last for years." —Jestyre
Get it from Amazon for $9.95+ (available in three colors).
28. A microwave pasta cooker because you know how it goes — a watched pot never boils and you're absolutely starving. This bad boy will give you a batch of al dente pasta in just 12 minutes!
Promising review: "This item is a must-have for any college student who has access to a microwave. It cooks boxed pasta as well as any pot, which can provide a welcome change to the college food. My roommate and I got heavy use out of this thing, and I honestly don't know how I would have survived living in dorms without it." —Justin S.
Get it from Amazon for $17.99.
29. A pair of shredding claws that'll make shredding chicken, pork, or really anything *so* much easier. With six sharp bear-like claws on each side, you won't have to deal with maneuvering tiny utensils to break food apart.
Promising review: "My husband ordered these because he he smokes a lot of pork and beef. He had a 23-lb piece of meat that he smoked for pulled beef and he didn't want to pull it apart using forks. This item worked wonderfully. It fit his hands well (for reference, he wears a medium to large size gloves), was sturdy enough to pull apart huge chunks of meat, and washed up very easily. The tips are pretty sharp. The tines are far enough apart where you can pull the meat, but it doesn't really get stuck in between them. Overall, this was a very good purchase." —Mary Ann Kapilevich
Get them from Amazon for $12.95+ (available in four colors).
30. A food chopper so you can just toss all your soft ingredients into the pan without taking out a knife and cutting board. It'll chop everything into one inch pieces and you can keep going at it if you want smaller chunks. Plus, it's made with food-safe nylon so it won't scratch or stain any of your cookware!
Promising review: "The Chopper breaks up ground beef, turkey, etc. much more efficiently than can be done with a spatula or turner. I don't normally purchase incredibly specialized utensils if I can get by without them, however I think this chopper is worth the money because it saves time and makes cooking easier. The nylon material is heat-resistant and seems durable, but the packaging still directs not to leave on a hot surface when not in use." —Karen
Get it from Amazon for $8.39+ (available in three colors).
31. A breakfast sandwich maker because sometimes you just crave a bacon-egg-and-cheese but you can't be bothered to leave the house to get one. Well, this nifty little thing has designated spots for different ingredients so you can put whatever you want in your brekkie sandwich!
Promising review: "I am actually excited for my weekday breakfast now. These homemade McMuffins are so good! My favorite version uses sliced tomatoes, Swiss cheese, and precooked bacon. So many options, so easy! My kindergartner and my teenager both love it. It's also easy to clean with a quick wipe down." —Joolie
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in two colors).
32. A citrus juicer to give your poor little hands a break because it'll squeeze every. last. drop. for you. Plus, imagine how painful it would be to touch lime juice if you had a cut on your finger, ouch!
Promising review: "This juicer is amazing! It’s much heavier and larger than I expected it would be. On my first squeeze, I was stunned. A huge volume of juice came out and I didn’t even completely finish squeezing the half of the lemon I had in the juicer. For the recipe I was making, I normally end up using a whole lemon. This time I didn’t even use half of the lemon. Love this thing — no more waste and easy to use." —Oakland Girl
Get it from Amazon for $18.76+ (available in three styles).
33. A salad spinner that dries and tosses salad, fruits, and veggies for you with just the push of a button — the ultimate "lazy" person's dream.
Promising review: "A 'salad spinner?' More like an 'EVERYTHING spinner!' I use this for many purposes, including cleaning my fruits and vegetables. What do I mean? I place any fruit that’ll fit inside and soak it with water and baking soda. Once done, I’ll remove the white piece and dump the yucky water. I’ll then put it back in the bowl and spin it dry. Doing this saves me SO much time than having to pat the fruits/veggies dry with paper towels or a towel itself. So it has several uses instead of just spinning salad." —Melina Sampaio
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
34. A smart meat thermometer because cooking meat to perfection is just. so. difficult. This little thing connects to your phone through the Meater app, which tells you how long and at what temperature to cook your selected meat for a specific doneness. It'll read you the temperature and deliver it right on your phone — and can withstand temps up to 527 degrees F!
It works for meats cooked in the smoker, grill, rotisserie, oven, pan, and air fryer!
Promising review: "The Meater works so well, you hardly have to do anything while you cook any sort of meat. Once it alerts you the meat is ready, you remove it from any heat and when the app says you’re ready to dig in, there’s no second guessing whether or not your meat is fully cooked. No under/overcooking with this, it’s perfect EVERY time. Couldn’t be more happy with this product and app." —Pam Walter
Get it from Amazon for $99.95.
35. An awesome Oxo Good Grips 3-in-1 Avocado Slicer that'll not only slice your avocado into seven pieces, but also cut open and pit it! Say goodbye to running the risk of avocado hand thanks to the safer pit remover!
Promising review: "Avocado? Yes, please! This tool is awesome. Easy to cut open the fruit. Pit remover works well, just push onto the pit and give it a twist, and the pit pops right out. The best part is the slicer. Makes beautiful slices for a great presentation. The tool can then be used to scrape any remaining fruit out of the skin. Really happy I bought this tool!" —NPR MAN
Get it from Amazon for $11.94.
36. A rapid egg cooker for a quick and easy meal. It can cook up to six eggs to soft, medium, or hard boiled firmness, and you can even poach them!
Promising review: "I love hard-boiled eggs for protein, especially when I’m on the go as a student/worker but it’s hard to wait for the water to boil then put In the eggs and get ready all at the same time. This cooker is amazing!! Saves me time, it’s quick and I don’t have to watch it while it cooks — I can go get ready and then I hear a loud buzzer notifying me when the eggs are done! (The buzzer is really loud; sounds like a basketball game buzzer.) I was surprised how fast the eggs cooked." —Megan
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in eight colors).
Read more in our Dash Egg Cooker deep dive.
37. A hand-powered chopper so you can say goodbye to knives and your hands smelling like onions for the next three days. You can even whip up your favorite sauces with this little thang! Just pull the cord a couple of times so the chopper can work its magic.
See it in action on TikTok here.
Promising review: "This chopper is amazing!! I love cooking, but used to absolutely HATE chopping onions...until someone gave me this chopper! Now I simply have to quarter the onion, throw it in the chopper, pull the handle about 10–15 times, and they're ready to be used! No more teary eyes or spending a long time chopping onions. The cup is big enough to fit a whole onion... I think the capacity is 3 cups. There's tons of other uses to this as well... you can chop pretty much anything from herbs, veggies and fruits, to making salsa and guacamole." —Valjulia
Get it from Amazon for $18.43+ (available in three colors).
38. FryAway for disposing of any type of grease without the fear of burning yourself or clogging your pipes. Just sprinkle and stir the powder into hot oil and watch it coagulate.
FryAway is a small business!
Promising review: "This magic powder worked so much better than I expected! I was doing some deep frying in my enamel cast iron pot one night, and when I was done, I poured the powder in the hot oil just as instructed. The stuff dissolved right away and I gave it a quick mix. I ended up putting the lid on and forgetting about it overnight. The next morning it was a solid gel mass. I was expecting it to be the consistency of Jello, but it was actually surprisingly firm! I took a spatula and barely applied pressure to one side to loosen it and the whole entire thing separated in one clean piece without any stray chunks of oil sticking to the pot. Couldn't have been easier! I have always avoided frying like the plague for the sole reason that I don't know what to do with the oil afterwards. Now I don't have to worry about that anymore!" —Sahara
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
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