Value PlayThe Morning Hero
OXO Brew 8-Cup
Press one button and get a properly brewed pot.
- Thermal carafe
- Single-button brewing
about $220Shop On Amazon ↗
Kitchen
Kitchen
Coffee, blenders, air fryers and cookware. Three picks each, from a solid daily driver to the one you keep for decades.
Featured pick
I have this one, and I love it.
Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro
The big Breville acts like a second oven. It is the appliance I reach for before I turn on the big one.
- A second oven on the counter. Air fries, bakes, roasts and toasts.
- Even, fast cooking. Convection moves the heat for crisp results.
- Room for real meals. Fits a 14-pound turkey or a 13-inch pizza.
about $320Shop On Amazon ↗
I also own the smaller Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer. See It On Amazon ↗
Coffee Makers
Great drip coffee at home without the guesswork.
Smart MoneyThe Daily Ritual
Moccamaster KBGV Select
Hand-built in the Netherlands and made to last decades.
- Brews 10 cups in 6 minutes
- 5-year warranty
$359Shop On Amazon ↗
The BestThe Clean Brew
Caraway Coffee Maker
No plastic touches the water or the coffee. I waited for this one.
- Glass and stainless steel
- Reusable stainless filter
French Press
Rich, full-bodied coffee with hot water and a plunger.
Value PlayThe Slow Morning
Bodum Chambord
The classic glass press. Simple, cheap and hard to beat.
- Borosilicate glass
- Stainless frame
Smart MoneyThe Grit Free
Espro P7
A double micro-filter that keeps the sludge out of your cup.
- Double micro-filter
- Insulated stainless steel
$110Shop On Amazon ↗
The BestThe Showpiece
Fellow Clara
Insulated, plastic-free where it matters, and beautiful on the counter.
- Double-wall stainless
- Walnut handle
$130Shop On Amazon ↗
Pour-Over
For coffee lovers who enjoy the ritual.
Value PlayThe Easy Start
Hario V60 02
The simple cone that makes a bright, clean cup.
- Ceramic dripper
- Makes 1 to 4 cups
Smart MoneyThe Sunday Pour
Chemex 6-Cup
Part brewer, part sculpture. Thick filters, very clean coffee.
- Hand-blown glass
- Wood collar
The BestThe Barista at Home
Fellow Stagg EKG Pro
The kettle that gives you full control of the pour.
- Exact temperature hold
- Precision gooseneck
$200Shop On Amazon ↗
Blenders
Smoothies, soups and sauces in seconds.
Value PlayThe Smoothie Starter
Ninja Professional Plus
Crushes ice and frozen fruit without a big bill.
- 72 oz pitcher
- Auto-iQ programs
Smart MoneyThe Kitchen Workhorse
Vitamix 5200
Silky smoothies and hot soup, and it lasts for years.
- 64 oz container
- 7-year warranty
$440Shop On Amazon ↗
The BestThe Family Powerhouse
Breville Super Q
Big, quiet and powerful enough for the whole family.
- 68 oz jug
- Quieter motor
$500Shop On Amazon ↗
Air Fryers
Crispy food with less oil and less waiting.
Value PlayThe Weeknight Crisper
Ninja AF101
A simple 4-quart basket for fries, wings and leftovers.
- 4-quart basket
- Dishwasher-safe parts
$119Shop On Amazon ↗
Smart MoneyThe Family Fryer
Philips Premium XXL
Big enough for a whole chicken, and it gets rid of excess fat.
- Fits a whole chicken
- Fat removal tech
$150Shop On Amazon ↗
The BestThe Dinner Doubler
Instant Vortex Plus XL
Two baskets, so the main and the side finish together.
- 8 quarts, 2 baskets
- See-through windows
$190Shop On Amazon ↗
Basic Cookware
Stainless pans you will reach for every night.
Value PlayThe Workhorse
Cuisinart MultiClad Pro
Tri-ply stainless that heats evenly at a fair price.
- 12 pieces
- Oven safe to 550°F
$290Shop On Amazon ↗
Smart MoneyThe Daily Driver
Caraway Stainless 12-Piece
Five-ply build, clean look and storage that keeps it tidy.
- 5-ply stainless
- Storage racks included
$446Shop On Amazon ↗
The BestThe Heirloom
All-Clad D3
Made in the USA and built to be handed down.
- Bonded tri-ply
- Lifetime warranty
$800Shop On Amazon ↗