This $400 Touchscreen Toaster Is a Waste of Your Dough
This toaster costs a small fortune and doesn’t even toast that well—a bad deal any way you slice it.
There Is Some Good in ‘No-Recipe’ Cookbooks
Such books offer little guidance and rely on a home cook’s good judgement. Some of these are more successful than others.
Finally, a Smart Air Fryer We Actually Like
Breville’s new countertop air fryer oven can be controlled by a mobile app. Unlike with many other connected appliances, that’s a good thing.
We Put a Bunch of Multicookers Under Pressure. These Are the Best
Electric pressure cookers—also known as multicookers—prepare meals with speed and convenience. These are the best ones we’ve tested.
Apple’s Conversation Boost Works, but It Makes Things Awkward
While the feature makes spoken exchanges more clear, having to keep your AirPods in your ears during in-person chats can send the wrong social message.
Scared of Induction Cooking? It’s Going to Be OK
If you’re using a gas stove, give your kitchen the faster, safer, and more environmentally responsible upgrade.
Le Creuset’s Bread Oven Bakes Great Loaves—for a Price
The new bread-baking set from the top name in cast-iron cookware makes beautiful loaves—and commands a premium price.
Wirelessly Whip Your Cream With This Battery-Powered Hand Mixer
Cuisinart gives the venerable plug-in kitchen gadget a cordless update.
This Countertop Ice Cream Machine Churns Out Tasty Frozen Treats
The Ninja Creami produces ice cream, gelato, and sherbet of store-bought quality, but it doesn’t leave much room for creativity.