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Best pizza stones and steels (2026)

Want a blistering, restaurant-quality pizza crust at home? We rigorously tested the best pizza stones and steels to find the ultimate top picks.
19 min read
side by side of two small air fryers, including one showing a basket of broccoli and another has a viewing window cooking chicken wings

The best compact air fryers for small kitchens

The best small air fryers crisp fast without eating up counter space. We tested top compact models from Chefman, Instant Pot, and Dash for 1-2 people.
12 min read
4 rice cookers lined up on a a counter

The 3 best rice cookers

Our kitchen expert tested rice cookers for restaurant-quality rice at home. Her top pick is a model she's used in her own kitchen for 10 years.
15 min read
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The best air fryers of 2026

We put 65 air fryers through the paces to find the best for crispy fries, wings, and veggies. The Cosori TurboBlaze is our new top pick for its consistent cooking and sleek design.
23 min read
A side by side image of two of the best vacuum sealers, including a Nesco option suctioning from a pork chop and a handheld Zwilling suctioning a bag with an avocado.

The best vacuum sealers

We tested vacuum sealers to find the best for keeping meat, produce, and pantry staples fresh while reducing food waste.
12 min read
We tested 12 mid-range and premium blenders to find the top 3.

The 3 best blenders

After testing 12 blenders, only three stood out for power, durability, and real-world performance. Here's what made the cut.
11 min read
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