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1. A versatile chop, slice, and dice unit so you can drastically *cut* down on food prep and cleanup time with interchangeable blades that can each be popped into the dishwasher. Never chop an onion by hand ever again? Yes, please!!
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 three colors).
2. A quick reference magnetic air fryer cheat sheet if you're tired of researching cook times on your phone when your stomach is growling and all you want is to be eating your Trader Joe's potstickers.
The set comes with two different-sized magnets.
Promising review: "I thought it over a few times then I bought these so I could have a quick reference handy for those times I wanted to make something in my air fryer, which is quite a bit. What surprised me is how often I refer to it. I just throw something in my air fryer glance at the section that lists the item I’m cooking. Press a few buttons on my fryer and I’m in business. No more having to search on my phone with wet fingers. A frivolous buy that turned out to be worthwhile." —PickyExtra
Get it from Amazon for $7.95+ (available in black, white, and a Spanish language edition).
3. An ingenious sandwich cutter and sealer that makes it possible to create your own copycat Uncrustables at home for a fraction of the price. A set comes with three different shapes, but the filling possibilities are endless!
4. A set of three reusable silicone air fryer liners for easy cleanup, even when crisping up your messiest, sauciest creations. Simply remove the liner and give it a rinse, or toss it in the dishwasher!
Promising review: "I bought these because I was tired of cleaning the whole air fryer container. These were bought on a whim for both mine and my boyfriend's parents, who each have an air fryer. They work great, keeping all greases and crumbs inside, and make it easier to clean. The only bad thing (and this may just be me) is the ridges/ripples on the bottom of the inside of the liner. When you try to wash it in the sink, don’t put the stream of water right on those unless you want to take a small bath. Other than that, these are fantastic. My boyfriend also says that it seems to make everything crispier, and we love that." —Jordan Hixson
Get a set of three from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two sizes and in two color combos).
5. A one-handed salad spinner because you already made the decision to have a salad and now you have to wait for your lettuce to dry?! Ridiculous. Treat yourself to this whirly, twirly tool and enjoy your greens the way that Mother Nature intended — with no wait time and a satisfying crunch!
Promising review: "I would literally eat semi-wet lettuce because I could never get my salad completely dry after washing. This makes me want to make salad all the time now. Being able to have completely dry lettuce and your salad not being ruined by extra bits of water is top tier." —Aliyma Lewis
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
6. A Yonanas fruit soft-serve maker to turn any frozen fruit into a creamy, sorbet-like treat in minutes. This easy-to-clean machine is particularly perfect for vegans and anyone else with a dietary restriction keeping them from satisfying their ice cream cravings.
Promising review: "I saw one of these in action at a friend's house like five years ago and thought it was just a made up memory, because making ice cream out of solely frozen fruit seems wild. But when I saw a TikTok about it I immediately went to Amazon and bought it. Literally this was the BEST decision of my life. I cannot believe still how amazing this thing is! It makes the creamiest, best-tasting fruit ice cream ever. It’s easy to take apart and clean, and super easy to use." —DMCKAY
Get it from Amazon for $38.59+ (available in six colors).
7. A genius "Bread Buddy" dispenser so you can save yourself from throwing out stale bread with a sleek container that not only locks in freshness, but also protects your loaf from getting squished in the pantry.
Promising review: "This is great! It does exactly what it was intended for. I live alone and I don't quite go through bread often enough before the last quarter section of the loaf starts to go stale. I was originally looking for something to put a loaf of bread in as a shell for my vacuum sealer, that would keep the bread from getting crushed from the pressure. This dispenser solved all of my problems. Thank you!" —DRMcQuaig
Get it from Amazon for $13.97 (available in white and red).
8. A space-saving Icebreaker if you have a love-hate relationship with your current ice cube tray. This leakproof, silicone alternative improves the experience from every angle, doubling as a mold and dispenser specifically engineered so you never have to touch the ice with your germy fingers.
Icebreaker is a Texas-based small business established in 2020 by Danish engineer Kim Jensen.
This compact design is also totally dishwasher safe!
Promising review: "We have a small freezer and no icemaker, and have been using fiddly trays for years. Icebreaker Pop has changed everything! No more leaky ice trays spilling in the freezer, (or on the way to the freezer), and no ice picking up weird smells and tastes from the freezer. Icebreaker Pop is self contained and easy to use: you fill it up with water (but be careful not to overfill, because it does expand as it freezes. Physics!), seal the top, and put it in the freezer. Once it's frozen, you lay it on a flat surface, press down hard on it a couple of times on each side to crack the ice, and pull apart with both handles. You now have 18 cubes of clean ice that dispense from the opening, eliminating the need to touch the cubes as you add them to your glass. The cubes are a little smaller than from regular ice trays, but that's okay with us. Icebreaker Pop is also cool-looking and easy to clean; it's made up of three easy-to-separate pieces that are a snap to wash thoroughly. Very happy with this product!" —Leah Koepp
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four colors).
9. A Shark Tank-approved Souper Cubes freezer tray that'll fit a serving (1 cup) of soup or sauce per cube so you can freeze meal prep and then reheat when you need a quick meal instead of waiting around to defrost an entire big container.
Souper Cubes is a family-run small business with a passion for better frozen meal prep and food waste reduction! Plus, their products are BPA-free, dishwasher-safe, and it have fill lines on the side of the compartments for half and full cups.
Promising review: "LOVE LOVE LOVE. My freezer is so much more organized now. Gone are the days of having to defrost an entire bag of chicken broth for one cup for a recipe. I now have perfectly portioned 1/2-cup and 1-cup blocks ready to go. They fit easily in freezer bags, take up less space, and make me incredibly happy. There was a lot of attention to detail put into the design and I particularly appreciate the wire inside the rim that holds everything steady — no more worrying about spilling all the liquid on the way to the freezer. Just a fantastic product all around. I purchased this and a cheaper version from another manufacturer at the same time but returned the other product. This one is definitely worth the added cost." —Kate
Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in three colors).
10. A nonstick microwave pasta cooker for the need-it-now noodle lover. This easy-to-use container cooks and drains so you get perfect al dente pasta every time without dirtying multiple dishes!
Promising review: "One of those 'why didn't I think of this?' kind of things. It makes cooking pasta so easy and foolproof! No trying to bend/break pasta to get it to fit into a round pan. The instructions tell you exactly how long to microwave it for the different size proportions." —EQUUS
Get it from Amazon for $17.99.
11. A set of stove gap fillers because being unable to get at all those stuck crumbs between your stove and counter hurts your clean-freak soul. You can hide existing crumbs and prevent new ones by plugging up the gap with an easy-to-clean silicone cover. Welcome to a permanently cleaner kitchen.
Promising review: "If you have gaps between your stove and your counters (like most of us), you need these! They wipe up nicely, and I throw them in the dishwasher every couple of weeks for maintenance. The best part? NOTHING falls in that little gap anymore! :)" —Chelzie
Get a pair from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in four sizes and in three colors).
12. Some produce-saver containers to save you money (and unnecessary trips to the grocery store) by keeping produce fresher for longer with ~mystical~ ventilation technology.
These containers help keep your produce fresh by keeping moisture away. And they're designed with a special vent filter, which you never have to replace, to regulate the carbon dioxide and oxygen flow to your produce.
Natalie Brown, an editor here at BuzzFeed, actually tried these containers for herself, and, well, you just gotta read her full Rubbermaid FreshWorks container review.
Promising review: "These are great. My vegetables stay fresh so much longer. No more throwing away food and wasting money." —Cindys27
Get a four-piece set from Amazon for $18.99.
13. A pair of extra-long silicone oven mitts with a textured nonslip grip so you can stay protected from oven rack burns. Plus, they're super easy to wipe clean, so you don't have to live with a mitt that's stained with last week's apple cobbler.
14. A super-convenient tofu press if you're tired of spending more time tending to your tofu than you do your cat. This multilayer system does all the work in the fridge without you needing to periodically come back and increase the pressure.
Plus, all the water collects at the bottom so there's no mess and no need for paper towels.
Promising review: "I've been a vegan for 13 years and I can't believe I went this long without a tofu press. So much more enjoyable cooking with tofu after pressing it. This press is different than all the rest as it has a tray that catches all the water. You can put the whole thing in the fridge and it's hassle free. Take it out the next day and drain the liquid and you're good to go. The other presses require a plate underneath and some require tightening and adjustments as it presses. I'll admit after reading some of the reviews here of users with broken Tofuture presses I was hesitant to order but I've just been careful with mine and haven't had any problems so far." —Conner
Get it from Amazon for $22.95.
15. An all-in-one pancake batter dispenser with a blender ball inside that makes it easy to mix, pour, and store batter all in one easy-to-manage receptacle. More pancakes *and* fewer dishes? Dreams really do come true.
Promising review: "I was a little hesitant to buy this as an addition to my camping supplies. I thought who really needs a pancake batter mixer? How hard is it to mix up some batter in a bowl and ladle it? After using this, I was extremely happy I spent the money and purchased it. It makes mixing the batter super easy and the control it offers when pouring the batter is exceptional. Get one!" —Monkey's Mom
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in white and mint).
16. A dishwasher-safe nylon chopper for when you finally accept that spatulas kind of suck at breaking up ground meat. This will get the job done faster, dividing food into consistently smaller chunks for more even cooking. Try it out on cooked potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, and juice concentrate while you're at it.
The tool is safe to use with nonstick cookware and you can throw it in the dishwasher for easy cleanup.
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).
17. A slim magnetic stove shelf because dinner takes longer when your prep station isn't organized. Clear some counter space with this easy-to-install update and all your go-to oils and spices will stay out of the way but within arm's reach.
StoveShelf is a small business founded by Scott Fleming who struggled with storage space in his own small Milwaukee apartment. After a couple of beers, he quickly realized the entire top of the stove itself was wasted space, and the magnetic StoveShelf was born.
Promising review: "There was no set up. Take it out of the box and place it on the stove. The magnets are very strong keeping the shelf fixed in place. The magnets are raised allowing air flow underneath preventing the shelf from heating up. Sizing was perfect. I love it!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in three sizes and in three finishes).
18. A TikTok-famous grape cutter to save loads of time on one of the most unexpected and time-consuming parenting chore — quartering grapes for child-safe snacking.
19. A pair of nonstick silicone baking mats so you can say "buh-bye" to burnt-on bits that make your sheet pans impossible to clean. These have all the same slick, nonstick benefits of single-use parchment paper and foil but without the waste!
Promising review: "I started baking with these at Christmas time. They are great! They really save me a lot of money as I haven't needed to buy parchment paper to line my cookie sheets anymore. I use them to roll out sticky doughs also. I am a fan! They fit a regular size cookie sheet very well. They are easy to clean. I wish I would've discovered these sooner!" —Tamara white
Get a pair from Amazon for $8.60.
20. A ceramic nonstick wok if you want one pan that can handle most any cooking challenge you throw its way. You can count on it for even heat distribution and easy cleanup — it's dishwasher safe!
It's made without PFOAs and can even be used in the oven up to 450 degrees.
Get it from our Goodful shop for $34.99.
21. A set of herb saver pods that preserve and protect fresh herbs from becoming a squished, browning mess in the back of your fridge for up to three weeks! The pods store well in the fridge door and simply need to be refreshed with water in the attached reservoir every 3–5 days.
Prepara is a small business creating high-quality food prep tools that are supremely functional to help you enjoy your time in the kitchen.
Promising review: "This really works so great. I keep my mint leaves in here and it really does keep them fresh for about three weeks. Just switch out the water every 3–4 days. Everyone is so intrigued when they see this in my fridge. You should definitely purchase this." —Shaney
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $24.49 (also available individually).
22. An at-home cold brew maker with an airtight seal for skipping the coffee shop line entirely with your own ready-made supply of chilled go juice.
Just add coarse-ground coffee into the mesh filter, pour water into the pitcher, screw the lid on (with the filter attached and submerged in the water), let it brew for 12–24 hours, and serve. You can pour it straight over ice cubes, or cut it with water or milk. Read our Tayeka cold brew maker review!
Promising review: "I LOVE this product so much! I drink iced coffee on the daily but the system I had just wasn't cutting it for me. I found out about this product through TikTok and it is a GAME CHANGER. All you have to do is put coffee grounds in the filter, fill up the main compartment 3/4 full with water (I use water from my fridge), screw the filter into the lid and screw the lid shut, shake it a little to put the coffee grounds to work, and let it do it's magic for 12–24 hours! This is probably the best investment I've ever made. You need this!!" —Carmen E
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors).
23. A set of grocery organizers because the current chaotic nature of your fridge makes it a little too easy to forget what's in there, resulting in spoiled food and wasted money.
The set of 6 includes 5 drawers with built-in handles and an egg tray with 14 slots.
Promising review: "My refrigerator and shelves are organized for the first time ever! I can just pull out a container and get what I need instead of having to move things all around to reach something in the back of a shelf." —..
Get a set of six from Amazon for $18.49.
24. A handy Thaw Claw to keep your dinner plans on track even when you inevitably forget to take the meat out of the freezer. This suction device keeps frozen food submerged for faster thawing without you needing to hang around to drown your chicken thighs.
Thaw Claw is a small startup behind this kitchen tool, designed to solve a seemingly universal household woe.
Promising review: "I am a stickler for properly defrosting meat after working in food service for years and this makes that process super easy and surprisingly quick! I've even convinced my father — a retired rocket scientist — that this is the best way to defrost." —Sarah
Get it from Amazon for $17.95.
25. A set of modular sheet pan dividers so you can quit fussing over DIY tin foil partitions. These nonstick trays make it easy to separate food by cook time, so you can easily remove sections when they're done and avoid over- or undercooking any part of your meal.
26. A compact Dash rapid egg cooker if you're interested in making morning egg prep 1,000x easier. Get boiled, poached, or scrambled eggs in just a couple of minutes. And weighing in at just ONE POUND, it's perfect for small apartment kitchens, dorm rooms, or RV travel!
This cooker includes the base, clear lid, measuring cup, poaching tray, omelet bowl, boiling tray, and a handy little recipe book!
Promising review: "Where has this gadget been all my life?! I love to cook but I always find boiling water for eggs to be annoying. It's very easy to use and the eggs come out perfect! You just pick how you want to make your eggs, fill the cup with water to the appropriate line, pierce the egg, cover it, and turn on. All in all, it's a great product and I’m happy with this purchase." —Death2Barbie
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in eight colors).
In need of an egg cooker deep dive? Check out our Dash Egg Cooker review.
27. A compact knife sharpener that'll keep your blades in tip-top shape to eliminate any time wasted vigorously sawing through your food when you should be effortlessly slicing.
This teeny-tiny knife sharpener features two slots with carbide blades on one side to provide quick edge setting capabilities, and ceramic rods on the other for the final edge honing. Plus, there is a nonslip base for added stability and control.
Promising review: "I am a former chef and have many knife sharpeners. I rotate about 10 knives at home and have found this to be a tremendous sharpener to put an edge back on a blade. Use along with a honing steel after sharpening. I have purchased a bunch of these for friends due to their effectiveness and ease of use." —drockchef
Get it from Amazon for $9.22.
28. A plant-based cooking oil solidifier for the lover of all things fried who hates the messy cleanup after. Adding this powder to hot oil turns it into solid organic waste you can safely toss in the trash or compost without risking any congealed messes clogging up your pipes.
FryAway is a woman-owned small business helping fried food lovers avoid goopy cooking oil messes.
Promising review: "This stuff really worked!!! I never know what to do with used oil and was watching a video about home products and saw this being used. So I figured I would try it. I didn't really think it would work, but I was amazed at how well it did and how easy it made it to put the solid oil in the trash afterward. The seller was awesome, not only did he send me the stuff in a super quick timely manner but also sent me a PDF on directions on how to use it to get it to work properly. Really nice." —Sabrina Bax
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three styles).
29. A Dracula garlic crusher because it's obnoxiously cute and can mince several cloves at once with a simple twist of his head. Now you can quickly prep garlicky goodness that'll keep the vampires at bay. Well, all of them except this one!
This little bloodsucker is 100% food-safe, BPA-free, and dishwasher safe!
Promising review: "I was getting very tired of the garlic presses that turn garlic into a mush and require incredible force to mash the clove into unrecognizable oblivion. This is far easier and turns the garlic into pieces rather than mush." —C. Pearlman
Get it from Amazon for $22.95.
30. A spoon/colander combo to dramatically simplify the draining process. Now you can fish food straight from the pot without heading to the sink for a face full of steam while you pour it over a strainer.
It's heat resistant up to 392 degrees Fahrenheit and is 100% dishwasher safe!
Promising review: "This pooper scooper–looking strainer has become one of the most used gadgets in the kitchen. I didn’t like wire strainer because they were so hard to clean. This is super easy. And really good at picking food when I deep fry in the wok. I also use it for straining leftover soup when I’m done eating so I don’t clog up the sink drain. And super easy to clean." —oel
Get it from Amazon for $9.95+ (available in two colors).
31. A space-saving drawer organizer so you can cram a full 24-piece set of silverware in half the space of a traditional organizer and actually find the cutlery you need when you need it.
Suitable for drawers with a minimum height of 3.25 inches, this organizer fits up to 24 pieces of cutlery.
I am the proud owner of a kitchen that has a total of ONE suitable silverware drawer. I knew this drawer's limited space was going to need to work very hard for my partner and I. Fortunately, being a writer on this team, I knew just the product to turn to and snagged this cutlery organizer, which currently houses all of our silverware, while still leaving over half of the drawer open to store other tools. I have zero complaints, other than that it can take just a smidge of getting used to. since you can't see the tops of your cutlery at-a-glance. Thankfully, this brand thought of everything, and added little icons to each row so you know what's stored in each.
Get it from Amazon for $9.59.
32. A Dawn Powerwash spray bundle that eliminates the time-consuming dish presoak so you can clear out your sink sooner. Just spray, wait a few minutes while it works it's magic, and wipe the stains away.
This bundle includes one spray bottle and three refills. It also works great for any other greasy messes you have around the house!
Promising review: “The first place I tried this was in my air fryer basket. It gets caked with the grease that comes from the food. The dishwasher doesn't get it clean. I sprayed this on it and within a few minutes, the soap started turning a brownish color. I sprayed a little more and let it sit for an hour. All of the grease came off with a rinse!! Bonus use: I just used it to get resin off of mine and my daughter's hands!! How did I ever live without this??" —A D
Get it from Amazon for $17.50.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.