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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 2024, 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 2024, 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 2024, 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 October 2024, 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 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

Household Appliances

Best microwaves for cooking meals in minutes

<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>
<p>We tested a host of different models to find the best one to suit you and your needs </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best food processors for chopping, slicing and more, expert-approved

<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>We looked for speedy boiling, noise levels and how easy it was to tweak the settings</p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best kettles 2024, tried and tested

<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>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>Sage’s was the smartest appliance in our review of the best indoor pizza ovens </p>
SPONSORED

Sage the smart oven deal on Amazon sees £200 discount

<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>They’re speedy and often suitable for many different foods, aside from pizza, of course </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Best indoor pizza ovens 2024, tried and tested

<p>This model is perfect for big families and ambitious chefs </p>
SPONSORED

Save big on this Ninja air fryer at Amazon

<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>Tis the season for snuggling up and avoiding the cold outside world. At IndyBest we strongly believe that treating yourself is a vital survival tactic for these cold winter months. </p>
SPONSORED

Salter’s answer to Hotel Chocolat’s velvetiser has been reduced to £30

<p>We chose recipes based on a variety of fruits and vegetables to see how our juicers coped with different consistencies, textures, shapes and juice content</p>
Kitchen Appliances

14 best juicers for a delicious health kick

<p>Even foods such as bread, cakes and yoghurt fall within this appliance’s repertoire </p>
Kitchen Appliances

9 best slow cookers for effortless, energy-efficient dinners

<p>Even foods such as bread, cakes and yoghurt fall within this appliance’s repertoire </p>
Kitchen Appliances

9 best slow cookers for effortless, energy-efficient dinners

<p>Whip up frothed hot milk, frothed cold milk, and hot milk with the touch of a button</p>
SPONSORED

This electric Lavazza milk frother is currently just £50

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

IndyBest-approved slow cooker is 40% off right now

<p>Once you own one, you’ll start to wonder how you ever lived without it </p>
SPONSORED

Slice food prep in half with this £17 mini chopper

<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>The six-in-one air fryer really can do it all </p>
SPONSORED

This Instant vortex air fryer is 30% off in Amazon’s Black Friday sale

<p>Our tester called it “small but mighty” </p>
SPONSORED

Nespresso’s vertuo pop coffee machine costs just £59 right now

<p>Amazon’s October Prime Day sale sees lots of great discounts </p>
SPONSORED

Nespresso’s vertuo next coffee machine is almost half price

<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>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

Kitchen Appliances

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

<p>Cue everyone adding the Ninja creami ice cream maker to their shopping baskets </p>
<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>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>We tried various different recipes, including white, wholemeal and brioche loaves</p>
Kitchen Appliances

8 best bread makers for freshly baked goods at home

<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

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

8 best rice cookers for flawless, fluffy results every time

Kitchen Appliances

8 best rice cookers for flawless, fluffy results every time

<p>Meal for one or family feast? Choose the size to suit your needs</p>
<p>Extra points were awarded to those that were easy to use and clean</p>
Kitchen Appliances

8 best soup makers for easy, speedy lunches and more

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

12 best baking trays to get your mitts on

<p>The appliance allows you to froth hot and cold milk </p>
Kitchen Appliances

Aldi’s hot chocolate maker looks just like Hotel Chocolat’s velvetiser

<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

<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>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

<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>Pouring lips and racks earned bonus points, while we were also on the lookout for manoeuvrability and ease of cleaning </p>
Kitchen Appliances

10 best roasting tins for rustling up the perfect Sunday lunch

<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>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

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