Start with our best air fryers under $100 if you need a compact model that still fits a real dinner for two, then browse the scored comparisons below.
16 tests in this category
A review of the Kitchen Artifacts four-segment hand-held sharpening stone: coarse-to-fine slots in an aluminum body, what a sharp edge actually needs, and who should still buy a whetstone.
7.4/10 top score
Choosing kitchen hand tools: wood versus steel versus silicone, non-stick safety, and which utensils, gadget sets and sharpeners a home cook actually uses.
What to check before buying a single-serve portable blender direct from the maker: capacity, blade material, USB charging, and the safety interlock that stops the motor off the base.
What the five-angle magnetic roller knife sharpening system (listing WW388005) actually does differently from pull-through sharpeners, who it suits, and where a whetstone still wins.
6.9/10 top score
A practical review of household vacuum sealers for sous vide: water displacement vs true vacuum, food safety, bag costs, and who should skip the gadget.
7.2/10 top score
The Bentgo Chill Kids bento box packs a built-in ice pack and four portioned compartments into a leak-proof, BPA-free lunch container for ages 3–7 — but the small capacity and tricky latch may leave older kids wanting more.
7.8/10 top score
Three pocket knife sharpeners tested on portability, edge restoration speed, and field durability — including a pocket whetstone, a multi-tool sharpener, and a carbide-ceramic combo — using manufacturer specs and verified buyer feedback.
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BlendJet 2 blenders were recalled for fire and laceration hazards. BlendJet Inc. is out of business, the free replacement is gone, and CPSC's current advice is to stop using the blender and throw it away.
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Countertop ice maker specs explained: daily output, reservoir size, first-batch time, and cleaning mode, using manufacturer specifications and aggregated buyer feedback — not an in-house lab test.
8.4/10 top score
A rechargeable stick-cup portable blender and a wired stick immersion blender compared by motor power, cleanup, and best use case, using manufacturer specifications and aggregated buyer feedback — not an in-house lab test.
8.5/10 top score
Three portable blenders compared on motor power, battery life, and cleanup, using manufacturer specs and aggregated buyer feedback — not an in-house lab test.
8.5/10 top score
COSORI Pro LE (5 Qt) is our top pick at $99.99 — three compact air fryers compared for small kitchens and one- or two-person meals.
8.8/10 top score
Useful portable blender accessories compared by fit, cleaning value, and travel utility — plus a required safety note for BlendJet 2 owners.
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Pull-through, electric, and whetstone starter sharpeners compared for speed, safety, storage, and edge quality for busy home cooks.
8.3/10 top score
Cordless or corded for a single-serve smoothie? A specification comparison of the Ninja Blast BC151BK and the Hamilton Beach 51132, built only from what we could actually read and cite.
8.5/10 top score
Corded or cordless, frozen fruit or soft ingredients, capacity, cleaning, and leak resistance — a source-backed checklist for choosing a portable blender.