Not-so-New but Still Sensational (Appliances)
While we often tend to focus on what's new, there are some appliances that just keep getting better, whether it's the original model or the upgrade. And these are well worth the second look, because they are still very popular with consumers.
You could say they have earned merit for performance and in a nut shell, these counter appliances have never lost their shine. So instead of trying the new kid on the block, go for the one with the solid track record.
From their very first Griddler® to the newest upgrade, this Cuisinart® appliance has been a hit. One of their most popular models, the GR-4N 5-in-1 Griddler had 3,950 great reviews on Amazon.com, something not many products can boast of.
The appeal for the Griddler® is the versatile removable and interchangeable cooking plates, that turns it into a Panini Maker, full griddle, full grill or half griddle/grill. So this is a very practical appliance for a variety of meals.
You might remember watching infomercials for the popular Popeil Ronco® Showtime™ Rotisserie way back when, well there are now four models including a compact design.
The Showtime was extremely popular and it just got better from there. How can guests resists hovering around the kitchen when you're roasting in one of these ovens.
A counter appliance that started out with a chicken-inspired design, now offers accessories that make this roasting oven more versatile for a variety of meals.
Zojirushi® makes top notch appliances in general, but their rice cookers are the best. You'll pay more for their products but you'll appreciate the quality, performance and cooking technology.
All their rice cookers get excellent ratings so pick the model that best suits your needs for cooking capacity and budget. These rice cookers are designed to reduce sticking and deliver perfect rice, every time.
Hint: If you prefer the very latest, try their new model: Zojirushi NP-NVC10/18. It gets good reviews too.
You have probably been enjoying Bunn® coffee makers at work but did you know that they also have a home line of drip brewers? And their Velocity Brew has been a consumer favorite for years.
Their line of coffee makers is extensive and includes thermal carafe models, but the Velocity Brew and their pour-over brewers remain extremely popular. And they do deliver on taste. Find a model that works for you and start your morning with a Bunn.
Definitely tried and true, these stand mixers are often referred to as a home baker's dream appliance. Their line of stand mixers and especially (color) finishes is quite extensive.
In fact, KitchenAid® puts out a trendy color often, hence why it's not hard to find one that can be your counter's focal point - whether it matches the rest of your appliances or makes a statement on its own.
Available in two styles: Bowl Lift or Tilt-Head and five series of mixers. The novice will probably go for the Artisan®, while the home baker who loves working with large food batches will want one from the Professional™ series.
Though there are other brands of popular mixers on the market, KitchenAid's draw is their power hub and variety of optional attachments, that can turn their stand mixers into THE kitchen machine. With KitchenAid, it's all about choice and there's plenty of it.
Yes, it's very different from a typical pizza oven, but consumers love it and have been super creative with the Presto® Pizzazz® Model 03430. While it was originally designed for pizza, you can also do wings, chicken nuggets, fish and even cookies on this rotating oven.
Performance is enhanced by the fact that it cooks/heats from the top and bottom. Plus it saves energy compared to range oven use. So explore away, but do save some prime counterspace for it, because you'll want to keep it handy, especially for family night.
Classic yet still as practical today as it was decades ago, the Nesco® Roaster Oven now comes in a variety of finishes and sizes. If you want to be able to roast a turkey in it, you'll appreciate the versatility of their 18 Quart model. Optional buffet trays are also available for certain models making this the ideal hosting appliance.
I've baked bread, pies, poultry and large meal batches in one of these, so it can certainly handle your oven's overflow or become the primary cooking chamber when required. In fact, using a Nesco Roaster Oven for the turkey, frees up your regular oven for the rest of the Holiday meal.
Just as popular now as when it was first released, the Cuisinart® Brew Central™ delivers on flavor, set-up/handling ease and performance. It looks pretty nice on the counter too.
There have been upgrades, but the original is still one of the most liked drip style coffee makers. Full frilled in terms of programmable features with a carafe that pours nicely and a good warranty makes this a good buy.
The Instant Pot® made its debut not that long ago, but it's the excellent reviews right from the get go that makes it a success. The original model had six functions; the latest upgrade has seven which includes a yogurt function. This is an electric pressure cooker that offers more (cooking) choices, as well as a warming option.
It's sized for family cooking yet this appliance does not hog the counter and the beauty is that you can cook just for two, and still have light handling ease and quick clean-up.
The idea with this multi-cooker is that you can saute meat and veggies and then add the rest of the soup/stew and then proceed to your desired option either slow cooking or a more rapid pressure cooking. It's versatile and a good performer that saves on appliance clutter.
You've got to hand it to Hamilton Beach®, they've been able to nudge their way past some pretty strong contenders to bring their slow cookers up to the top. But they've done it. Ever since their first Stay or Go® Slow Cookers were out of the gate, they started turning heads.
Now, their Set & Forget® line of slow cookers also seems to be holding its own. Their slow cookers tend to have great track records in general and there's a good assortment of sizes and features to choose from.
You could say they have earned merit for performance and in a nut shell, these counter appliances have never lost their shine. So instead of trying the new kid on the block, go for the one with the solid track record.
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1. Cuisinart Griddler Counter Griddles/Grills
From their very first Griddler® to the newest upgrade, this Cuisinart® appliance has been a hit. One of their most popular models, the GR-4N 5-in-1 Griddler had 3,950 great reviews on Amazon.com, something not many products can boast of.
The appeal for the Griddler® is the versatile removable and interchangeable cooking plates, that turns it into a Panini Maker, full griddle, full grill or half griddle/grill. So this is a very practical appliance for a variety of meals.
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2. Ronco Counter Rotisseries
You might remember watching infomercials for the popular Popeil Ronco® Showtime™ Rotisserie way back when, well there are now four models including a compact design.
The Showtime was extremely popular and it just got better from there. How can guests resists hovering around the kitchen when you're roasting in one of these ovens.
A counter appliance that started out with a chicken-inspired design, now offers accessories that make this roasting oven more versatile for a variety of meals.
- Compare Prices of the Ronco Rotisseries
- Compare Prices of all Ronco products
- If you have the space and want a winner, go for the Ronco Model 4023, 5000 or 5500. Note that some come in a different finishes.
- Need to save space? You'll love the EZ-Store 5250
- Have a stainless kitchen? The 5500 Stainless Rotisserie will fit right in.
- And if you want to do more - get the optional accessories
- Learn more from the manufacturer
- Compare Prices of Rotisseries
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3. Zojirushi Rice Cookers
Zojirushi® makes top notch appliances in general, but their rice cookers are the best. You'll pay more for their products but you'll appreciate the quality, performance and cooking technology.
All their rice cookers get excellent ratings so pick the model that best suits your needs for cooking capacity and budget. These rice cookers are designed to reduce sticking and deliver perfect rice, every time.
Hint: If you prefer the very latest, try their new model: Zojirushi NP-NVC10/18. It gets good reviews too.
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4. Bunn Velocity Brew Coffee Makers
You have probably been enjoying Bunn® coffee makers at work but did you know that they also have a home line of drip brewers? And their Velocity Brew has been a consumer favorite for years.
Their line of coffee makers is extensive and includes thermal carafe models, but the Velocity Brew and their pour-over brewers remain extremely popular. And they do deliver on taste. Find a model that works for you and start your morning with a Bunn.
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5. KitchenAid Stand Mixers
Definitely tried and true, these stand mixers are often referred to as a home baker's dream appliance. Their line of stand mixers and especially (color) finishes is quite extensive.
In fact, KitchenAid® puts out a trendy color often, hence why it's not hard to find one that can be your counter's focal point - whether it matches the rest of your appliances or makes a statement on its own.
Available in two styles: Bowl Lift or Tilt-Head and five series of mixers. The novice will probably go for the Artisan®, while the home baker who loves working with large food batches will want one from the Professional™ series.
Though there are other brands of popular mixers on the market, KitchenAid's draw is their power hub and variety of optional attachments, that can turn their stand mixers into THE kitchen machine. With KitchenAid, it's all about choice and there's plenty of it.
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6. Presto Pizzazz Plus Counter Pizza Oven
Yes, it's very different from a typical pizza oven, but consumers love it and have been super creative with the Presto® Pizzazz® Model 03430. While it was originally designed for pizza, you can also do wings, chicken nuggets, fish and even cookies on this rotating oven.
Performance is enhanced by the fact that it cooks/heats from the top and bottom. Plus it saves energy compared to range oven use. So explore away, but do save some prime counterspace for it, because you'll want to keep it handy, especially for family night.
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7. Nesco 18 Qt Classic Roaster Ovens
Classic yet still as practical today as it was decades ago, the Nesco® Roaster Oven now comes in a variety of finishes and sizes. If you want to be able to roast a turkey in it, you'll appreciate the versatility of their 18 Quart model. Optional buffet trays are also available for certain models making this the ideal hosting appliance.
I've baked bread, pies, poultry and large meal batches in one of these, so it can certainly handle your oven's overflow or become the primary cooking chamber when required. In fact, using a Nesco Roaster Oven for the turkey, frees up your regular oven for the rest of the Holiday meal.
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8. Cuisinart Brew Central DCC-1200 Drip Coffee Maker
Just as popular now as when it was first released, the Cuisinart® Brew Central™ delivers on flavor, set-up/handling ease and performance. It looks pretty nice on the counter too.
There have been upgrades, but the original is still one of the most liked drip style coffee makers. Full frilled in terms of programmable features with a carafe that pours nicely and a good warranty makes this a good buy.
- Compare Prices of Cuisinart Brew Central Coffee Makers
- Read my Cuisinart Brew Central Coffee Maker Review
- Learn more from the manufacturer
- Compare Prices of More Cuisinart Products
- Compare Prices of Coffee Makers
- Coffee Makers 101 - From Buying to Care
- Another good choice: Cuisinart Coffee Plus (Hot Water) - Read review; Compare Prices
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9. Instant Pot IP-LUX60 6 Qt Multi Cooker
The Instant Pot® made its debut not that long ago, but it's the excellent reviews right from the get go that makes it a success. The original model had six functions; the latest upgrade has seven which includes a yogurt function. This is an electric pressure cooker that offers more (cooking) choices, as well as a warming option.
It's sized for family cooking yet this appliance does not hog the counter and the beauty is that you can cook just for two, and still have light handling ease and quick clean-up.
The idea with this multi-cooker is that you can saute meat and veggies and then add the rest of the soup/stew and then proceed to your desired option either slow cooking or a more rapid pressure cooking. It's versatile and a good performer that saves on appliance clutter.
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10. Hamilton Beach Slow Cookers
You've got to hand it to Hamilton Beach®, they've been able to nudge their way past some pretty strong contenders to bring their slow cookers up to the top. But they've done it. Ever since their first Stay or Go® Slow Cookers were out of the gate, they started turning heads.
Now, their Set & Forget® line of slow cookers also seems to be holding its own. Their slow cookers tend to have great track records in general and there's a good assortment of sizes and features to choose from.
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