Kitchen Gadgets & Tools

CNET’s tested kitchen-gift guide spans tools, cookware and coffee gear, with picks at several price points and notes on what testers liked.

• TheSmartSous Team
• October 4, 2026

Hot air poppers vs stirring electric popcorn makers: taste, health, speed, cleanup and price compared to help you pick the right one for your kitchen.

• TheSmartSous Team
• September 29, 2026

Make perfect popcorn with an electric popcorn maker. Step-by-step instructions, oil measurements, troubleshooting, and cleanup for hot-air and stir models.

• TheSmartSous Team
• September 29, 2026

Compact drawer air fryers vs. oven-style models compared for small kitchens: counter space, capacity, cooking performance, noise, and value.

• TheSmartSous Team
• September 28, 2026

Discover the best Kitchenaid Flex Edge Beater accessories for 2026. Find top picks for performance, value, and compatibility to upgrade your mixer experience.

• TheSmartSous Team
• September 24, 2026

Discover the top Breville milk jug accessories for 2026. Find the best options for performance, compatibility, and value to elevate your coffee game.

• TheSmartSous Team
• September 24, 2026

Discover the top Kitchenaid stand mixers for beginners in 2026. Our curated picks highlight the best options for new bakers, with key tradeoffs explained.

• TheSmartSous Team
• September 24, 2026

Discover the top instant pot sealing rings in 2026. Our buying guide highlights the best options, tradeoffs, and key factors to help you choose.

• TheSmartSous Team
• September 24, 2026

Discover the top Kitchenaid stand mixers in 2026. Our rankings highlight the best overall, value, premium, and beginner options to suit every kitchen.

• TheSmartSous Team
• September 24, 2026

Learn what truly matters when selecting a home pizza oven—fuel type, heat control, capacity, and costs—to match your pizza style and lifestyle.

• TheSmartSous Team
• September 24, 2026