Equipment

The Brød & Taylor Folding Proofer promises to make it easier to proof bread dough, even in a cold kitchen. Is it worth adding to your baking toolkit?

These indoor appliances are all the rage, but are they really the best solution to our food waste woes?

Are these gadgets easier and more reliable than traditional corkscrews? Over 200 bottles of wine later, we have an answer.

To find the best blenders, we tested dozens of models at every price point.

No two moka pots are the same. Only some brew rich, bold, and roasty coffee.

A stand mixer is an investment, but it’s essential for serious home bakers. We find the best options at every price and size.

The best soda makers carbonate water quickly, easily, and effectively.

An extra burner comes in handy, but which style—gas, electric, or induction—is the best choice?

We tested more than a dozen drip coffee makers to see if they could deliver a great brew without a lot of fuss.

If you don’t have a dishwasher, consider a compact countertop model.

All the ice you could ever want, right on your counter. Too good to be true?

A good handheld vacuum can help you power through hard-to-reach messes—but only if you buy the right model.

This unique ice cream maker promises perfect ice cream in a matter of minutes. Is it worth adding to your kitchen?

The latest models offer new features and controls and promise better results.

From velvety purees to silky smoothies, a good immersion blender can handle it all. We put several to the test and found the best.

We found two machines that are easy to use and make a variety of consistent, tasty loaves.

From whipping cream to beating egg whites, these mixers lend a helping hand. Which model is best?

Lightweight and easy to assemble, backpacking stoves are designed to make trailside cooking stress-free. We found two that perform well and are easy to use.

“Smart” countertop ovens use advanced technology to take over cooking for you—or guide you step by step—while promising to replace a half dozen other appliances. Sounds like a tall order, and each oven takes a different approach. So are any worth buying?

A kitchen timer helps guarantee success in the kitchen—but only if it’s reliable and easy to use.

If you’re planning to plunge into sous vide cooking, we’ve got the best tool for the job.

With so many options on the market, which one is best? We cooked 50 batches of rice to find out.

We cooked thousands of french fries and more than 50 pounds of chicken to answer one question: Which air fryer reigns supreme?

Electric can openers make a difficult job easy, but some models are unreliable. Could we find one that works flawlessly every time?

What’s the best compact propane grill for small households, tiny yards, or travel?

A good, sharp mandoline can slice food beautifully. Which is the best—and safest?

A quality gooseneck kettle is ideal for making pour-over coffee and other hot drinks. We tested a variety of models, searching for an easy-to-use, durable option.

After cooking more than 68 pounds of meat and 26 pounds of beans over two months, here's what we learned.

Our longtime favorite is powerful and easy to use, but is it still the best choice?

A portable pizza oven that heats up to 700-plus degrees and turns your backyard into a pizzeria? It’s a pizza lover’s dream come true— but only if you buy the right model.

Wilderness cooking doesn’t have to be all instant noodles and oatmeal from a packet; a camp stove lets you have all the cooking comforts of home wherever you are—that is, if you buy the right one.

They outsell iPads in some European countries, but can these do-it-all machines really replace almost every small appliance in your kitchen?

Electric deep fryers promise to make it safe and easy to deep-fry your favorite foods at home. Which one is best?

Are smokeless grills truly smokeless, or do they just smoke less?