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Kitchen appliances

Our experts review the best new kitchen appliances in tried and tested guides

Find all of our kitchen appliance reviews here. Whether you're looking for a stand mixer that does the hard work for you or a pod coffee machine for the perfect brew, our reviews provide the info you need. We'll also bring you the latest deals on kitchen appliances to help you find a bargain.

Kitchen appliance top picks

<p>Size, shape and noise level were all key considerations when testing air fryers </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best air fryers for 2025, reviewed by experts

Models from the likes of Ninja, Tower and Lakeland will soon have you cooking up a storm

<p>Freestanding solo microwaves are most suited to anyone looking to just plug in and heat up</p>
Kitchen Appliances

8 best microwaves for quick and easy cooking

<p>We considered attachments, functions and – very importantly – how easy they were to clean </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best blenders for 2025, tested in the kitchen

<p>There’s something here for every kitchen, with options from Samsung, Beko and more</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best fridge-freezers for 2025, tried and tested

Deals on kitchen appliances

<p>Air fryers also use little or no oil to cook food, meaning healthier chips could be on your menu</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best air fryer deals in January 2025, from Ninja to Tefal

<p>Save money and whip up meals in minutes </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best cheap microwave deals this month, from Samsung to Sharp

<p>It pays to keep an eye out for offers on large appliances</p>
Kitchen Appliances

The best fridge freezer deals in the sales for July 2023

Coffee machines

<p>An experienced barista used these machines for two weeks to put them through their paces</p>
Coffee

Best bean-to-cup coffee machines 2023, tried and tested

<p>If you’re purchasing to specifically to enjoy a certain Costa coffee you enjoy, make sure the capsules will be compatible</p>
Kitchen Appliances

7 best coffee pod machines for an easy at-home brew

<p>We tested aesthetics, how much space they take up, and the noise they produce when making our drink just so you can have the perfect cuppa</p>
Coffee

12 best espresso machines for barista quality coffee at home

Baking

<p>We baked plenty of bread to find out which of these mighty machines is worth your dough </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best stand mixers 2023: Tried and tested by bakers

<p>We creamed butter, whisked egg whites and kneaded dough, to find the ones that stood out </p>
Kitchen Appliances

8 best electric hand mixers that whizz up a storm in the kitchen

<p>We looked for strength and durability, the evenness of the bake and ease of cleaning</p>
IndyBest

10 best cake tins to make showstopper bakes in

More kitchen appliance reviews and deals

<p>We spent a month slow cooking everything from soups and stews to pie fillings and desserts</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best slow cookers for low-maintenance meals, tried and tested

Kitchen Appliances

Best slow cookers for low-maintenance meals, tried and tested

<p>We spent a month slow cooking everything from soups and stews to pie fillings and desserts</p>
<p>We looked for speedy boiling, noise levels and how easy it was to tweak the settings</p>
Kitchen Appliances

10 best kettles 2025, tried and tested

<p>During testing, we looked at how easy it was to set up and use the juicers, awarding bonus points for handy settings and features </p>
Kitchen Appliances

10 best juicers for blitzing fruit and veg with ease

<p>Meal for one or family feast? Choose the size to suit your needs</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best rice cookers 2025, tested for perfect grains

<p>We considered the effectiveness of the non-stick surface, ease of handling, sturdiness and longevity, and price</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best baking trays 2024, tested by a food expert

<p>We considered the effectiveness of the non-stick surface, ease of handling, sturdiness and longevity, and price</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best baking trays 2024, tested by a food expert

<p>We picked a range of microwaves that had different functions to try and find the best for all those who enjoy microwave cooking</p>
Household Appliances

Best microwaves for cooking meals in minutes

<p>Get the most out of tea and coffee, with the help of one of these kettles </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best temperature control kettles that promise to boil the perfect brew

<p>How do you like your bread in the morning? We’ll take ours toasted </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best toasters 2024, tried and tested

<p>We looked for easy cleaning, storage and portability</p>
Kitchen Appliances

7 best coffee grinders to help make brewing a breeze

<p>This air fryer comes with a whopping 6.2l drawer, making it a great pick for big families and busy midweek meals</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Aldi’s £50 air fryer is back in stock – but you’ll have to be quick

Kitchen Appliances

6 best tabletop dishwashers for squeaky clean plates in small spaces

<p>From lattes to iced americanos, here’s how to get your cool caffeine fix at home </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best iced coffee makers and cold brew machines 2024, tried and tested

<p>During testing, we made hot drinks for coffee-lovers and discerning fans of hot chocolate</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best milk frother 2024: Nespresso, Lavazza and more

<p>An air fryer’s versatility is not to be sniffed out </p>
Kitchen Appliances

How to make a jacket potato in your air fryer

<p>Jamie Oliver says the gadgets are a great solution for the modern family </p>
Kitchen Appliances

How to watch Jamie Oliver’s new air fryer cooking show

<p>Around half of local authorities collect food waste, so unless home composting is accessible, it goes to landfill</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Lomi home composter review: Did I dig the nearly £400 gadget?

Kitchen Appliances

Lomi home composter review: Did I dig the nearly £400 gadget?

<p>Around half of local authorities collect food waste, so unless home composting is accessible, it goes to landfill</p>
<p>The 6.5kg appliance has a 5.7l capacity and can do everything from steam and bake to air fry, grill, slow cook, dehydrate and roast</p>
SPONSORED

This Ninja air fryer is now £100 cheaper, thanks to Amazon

<p>Cook up a storm in this appliance </p>
SPONSORED

IndyBest-approved slow cooker is 40% off right now

<p>The gadget heats and whisks the milk and chocolate together, to create a silky-smooth mixture and frothy top</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Hotel Chocolat velvetiser review: Is the hot chocolate maker worth it?

<p>Insights from the Energy Saving Trust could help you save money</p>
Kitchen Appliances

An expert-led guide to energy-efficient kitchen appliances

<p>Insights from the Energy Saving Trust could help you save money</p>
Kitchen Appliances

An expert-led guide to energy-efficient kitchen appliances

<p>Whip up homemade ice cream and much more</p>
Kitchen Appliances

We tried the Ninja creami and we never need to buy ice cream again

<p>The Create range is available to pre-order now </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Urban Outfitters’ new range of home appliances is perfect for students

<p>Get the scoop on the best ice cream makers </p>
Kitchen Appliances

13 best ice cream makers for frozen treats at home this summer

<p>Cue everyone adding the Ninja creami ice cream maker to their shopping baskets </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Ninja creami: The brand’s ice cream maker has gone viral on TikTok

<p>We’ve used this air fryer to cook everything from chicken nuggets and chips to butternut squash and burgers</p>
Kitchen Appliances

The Ultenic K20 dual air fryer is a pocket-friendly appliance

<p>Best for solo cooks, Asda’s air fryer can house up to two portions of food </p>
Kitchen Appliances

This Asda air fryer is less than £30, but is it really worth buying?

<p>These models are hundreds of pounds cheaper than some market leaders </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Aldi’s Ambiano extra large air fryer is back in stock online

<p>This appliance can also bake, grill, roast and even dehydrate food</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Aldi’s air fryer is an affordable dupe of Ninja’s £150 appliance

<p>The appliance can bake, roast and even dehydrate </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Aldi’s £35 air fryer is back to help whip up healthier meals for less

<p>Reduced down from £119.99, this appliance is an affordable winner </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Lakeland’s £99 digital air fryer has replaced my oven at meal times

<p>Multi-functional culinary options include steam, bake, grill, roast, and dehydrate modes </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Ninja’s new 10-in-1 speedi rapid cooker and air fryer is here

Kitchen Appliances

Ninja’s new 10-in-1 speedi rapid cooker and air fryer is here

<p>Multi-functional culinary options include steam, bake, grill, roast, and dehydrate modes </p>
<p>Rivalling other big name brands, this can help you rustle up dishes in a flash </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Aldi air fryer that feeds six is back in stock – here’s how to buy it

<p>The Wonderbag comes in a variety of vibrant designs </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Wonderbag: Can this non-electric slow cooker replace the real deal?

<p>When it comes to coordinated cooking, two baskets are better than one </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Sur La Table’s £99.99 air fryer rivals Ninja’s £200 dual zone

<p>A good pasta machine will be sturdy, smooth, easy to set up and operate, and will halve the time and effort you spend rolling and cutting</p>
Kitchen Appliances

8 best pasta makers for a nonna-worthy taste of Italy

<p>A good pasta machine will be sturdy, smooth, easy to set up and operate, and will halve the time and effort you spend rolling and cutting</p>
Kitchen Appliances

8 best pasta makers for a nonna-worthy taste of Italy

<p>We’ve baked pizza, air fried chips and toasted many a grilled cheese </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Can Russell Hobbs’s express air fry mini oven really do it all?

<p>The device enables you to heat and froth milk at the touch of a button</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Aldi’s £19.99 milk frother is back in stock to elevate your coffee

<p>The range starts from £24.99 </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Aldi’s range of energy-efficient appliances could help you save money

<p>We had a pretty good repertoire of recipes to use with this new model</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Instant Pot duo crisp with ultimate lid is perfect for batch-cooking

<p>It’s one of the cheapest air fryers on the market </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Lidl’s bargain £50 air fryer is coming back this Sunday

<p>The budget-friendly frother has taken TikTok by storm </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Asda has restocked its £25 dupe of Hotel Chocolat’s velvetiser

<p>Cut down on your oven usage with this handy countertop appliance </p>
Home & Garden

Ninja’s foodi max grill and air fryer will revolutionise your cooking

<p>Modern styles have additional features such as sauté functions </p>
Kitchen Appliances

7 best pressure cookers to get dinner on the table in a flash

<p>The baking buy arrives just in time for<em>The Great British Bake Off </em>returning to our screens</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Aldi’s £50 stand mixer is 10 times cheaper than KitchenAid’s model

<p>Control the humidity inside to help fruit and vegetables stay crisp for longer</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Can Hotpoint’s total no frost fridge freezer help reduce food waste?

<p>Put the mixture in the freezer for 24 hours and voila, your snack is ready</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Aldi’s £35 ice cream maker will keep you cool this summer

Kitchen Appliances

Aldi’s £35 ice cream maker will keep you cool this summer

<p>Put the mixture in the freezer for 24 hours and voila, your snack is ready</p>
<p>We tried weighing both wet and dry ingredients and tested how accurate each scale was</p>
Kitchen Appliances

9 best kitchen scales that’ll help you master any recipe

<p>The fryer has already sold out once this year</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Aldi’s sell-out compact air fryer is back and it’s just £29.99

<p>The controls are incredibly easy to use</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Is Tower’s gluten-free digital bread maker worth £129.99?

<p>The 12 programs vary from gluten-free and wholewheat to crusty French bread </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Is Lakeland’s digital bread maker a budget baking essential?

<p>The 12 programs vary from gluten-free and wholewheat to crusty French bread </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Is Lakeland’s digital bread maker a budget baking essential?

<p>Our reviewer found that it takes just two and a half minutes to create a ‘Willy Wonka worthy’ hot chocolate with this appliance </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Hotel Chocolat’s velvetiser deal is sweet if you love hot chocolate

<p>Choose from electric models to fun stencil designs </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Pancake Day 2022: The best pans for a flipping good crepe

<p>We’ve been whizzing up everything from soups and nut butters to frozen daiquiris </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Vitamix’s A2500i blender makes light work of the toughest ingredients

<p>Powerful but not too loud, this is a portable blender that should last for yonks </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Cuisinart cordless mini prep pro review: Cut ties with the plug

<p>Recreate that authentic French crêperie experience at home with this pocket-friendly appliance </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Aldi’s £17.99 crepe maker is back in time for Pancake Day

<p>Smart food steamers can take care of all the timings for you</p>
Kitchen Appliances

9 best food steamers for quick, easy and healthy meals

<p>We liked how it worked out the right time and speed to use to make our blend a success </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Does Ninja’s foodi power nutri 2-in-1 blender rival a Nutribullet?

<p>The no-nonsense gadget boasts a pourable spout for easy serving</p>
Kitchen Appliances

We gave Gastroback’s budget mixer a whirl

<p>Smart food steamers can take care of all the timings for you</p>
Kitchen Appliances

9 best food steamers for quick, easy and healthy meals

<p>We liked how it worked out the right time and speed to use to make our blend a success </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Does Ninja’s foodi power nutri 2-in-1 blender rival a Nutribullet?

<p>The no-nonsense gadget boasts a pourable spout for easy serving</p>
Kitchen Appliances

We gave Gastroback’s budget mixer a whirl

<p>The 290-year-old brand is built on a long history of craftmanship – and it shows </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Zwilling enfinigy power blender review: A force to be reckoned with

<p>Simply designed but innovative and comes in at an accessible price point</p>
Home & Garden

Morphy Richards compact soup maker: WFH lunches just got easier

<p>From crushed ice to soups and smoothies, the £159.99 gadget does it all</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Braun multiquick 9 hand blender: A versatile, mean blitzing machine

<p>The budget-friendly retailer is here to make your dinners more convenient</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Aldi’s air fryer is back to help take healthy meals to the next level

<p>The machine looks like the real deal and is an eyecatcher on any countertop</p>
Coffee

De’Longhi dedica electric coffee grinder: Invest in your inner barista

<p>Idiot-proof and comfortable to hold, this is a sleek investment for any kitchen</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Dualit 700W hand blender review: Blitz, whisk and chop like a pro

<p>Costco is selling the appliance for £30 less than the RRP </p>
Kitchen Appliances

How to get Hotel Chocolat's velvetiser for £69.99 right now

<p>There are now a dazzling array of kits on offer to help aspiring mixologists with their happy hour kitchen experiments</p>
Spirits

7 best cocktail making kits to impress your friends with your mixology

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