Cooking Tools

Research-backed buying guides for kitchen appliances, cooking tools, prep essentials, and more.

Buying guides

• Best Mandoline Slicers for Home Cooks

  Research-based picks for mandoline slicers for home cooks. We compare specs, durability, and value.

• Best Garlic Presses

  Research-based picks for garlic presses. We compare specs, durability, and value.

• Best Pot Strainer Clips

  Research-based picks for pot strainer clips. We compare specs, durability, and value.

• Best Vegetable Choppers

  Research-based picks for vegetable choppers. We compare specs, durability, and value.

• Best Pepper Grinders

  Research-based picks for pepper grinders. We compare specs, durability, and value.

• Best Instant-Read Meat Thermometers

  Research-based picks for instant-read meat thermometers. We compare specs, durability, and value.

• Best Cast Iron Skillets

  Research-based picks for cast iron skillets. We compare specs, durability, and value.

• Best Non-Stick Frying Pans

  Research-based picks for non-stick frying pans. We compare specs, durability, and value.

• Best Vegetable Peelers

  Research-based picks for vegetable peelers. We compare specs, durability, and value.

• Best Cookware Sets Under $200

  Research-based picks for cookware sets under $200. We compare specs, durability, and value.

• Best Vegetable Spiralizers

  Research-based picks for vegetable spiralizers. We compare specs, durability, and value.