Top 10 Gadgets · Week of October 15, 2026
Etekcity Digital Kitchen Scale
A small digital scale that weighs in grams and ounces. Makes baking far more reliable than measuring cups, and it's cheap.
KitchenAid Classic Multifunction Can Opener
A sturdy manual can opener with a bottle opener built in. Simple, cheap and lasts.
KitchenAid All-Purpose Kitchen Shears
Sturdy kitchen scissors for herbs, packaging and cutting up chicken. They come with a cover and go in the dishwasher.
Alpha Grillers Instant-Read Meat Thermometer
Tells you the inside temperature of meat in a couple of seconds, so you stop guessing whether the chicken is done.
Amazon Basics Digital Kitchen Scale
A cheap digital scale that weighs up to 11 pounds. Good for baking and portioning.
Chicken Shredder Twist Tool
Twist it over cooked chicken or pork and it shreds the meat in seconds. Handy for tacos and slow-cooker meals.
KitchenAid Ribbed Silicone Oven Mitts, 2-Pack
Silicone oven mitts that grip hot pans and wipe clean. Safer than thin cloth mitts.
Fullstar Vegetable Chopper and Spiralizer
Push a vegetable through the grid and it dices it evenly. Saves time on onions and peppers. The blades are very sharp, so clean it carefully.
ChefAide 5-Piece Silicone Spatula Set
Five heat-safe silicone spatulas for scraping bowls and stirring hot pans. Won't scratch nonstick.
Astercook Bamboo Cutting Boards with Storage Stand
A set of bamboo cutting boards in a few sizes with a stand to keep them upright.