44 Genius Kitchen Products That'll Change Your Life

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A heated ice cream scoop to melt through frozen-solid pints like they're room-temp butter. It'll warm up to 158 degrees so you can get a scoop of your Ben & Jerry's without bending a spoon or breaking a sweat. It'll charge via USB, work cordless, and stay waterproof (obviously).
Promising review: "This heated ice cream scoop is awesome! It warms up quickly to the perfect temp and glides through ice cream. The LED display is a nice touch, and it's super easy to use. Rechargeable, waterproof, and well-made. Definitely worth it if you're tired of bent spoons!" —amysGet it from Amazon for $24.59+ (available in five colors; be sure to clip the 18% off coupon when applicable).
A minimalist fruit bowl that'll double as a secret colander. Because it's on a pedestal, moisture will automatically slide down out of the bowl, so fruits and veggies will dry thoroughly.
A strip of LED Lights to add some extra lighting to your kitchen that can be voice-controlled via Alexa and Google Home. These are super easy to install and have a color spectrum of over 16 million colors. They can even sync with your music! This is a great way to make a major upgrade to your kitchen without spending big bucks, especially if you're a renter.
Promising review: "We love our new strip lights so much that I decided to buy a second set. The first one was installed above the kitchen cabinets, where we placed some artwork and vases. The second set was placed under the kitchen island top. Grandkids love speaking to Alexa to change the colors of the lights. Set up was extremely easy, and it works with the Alexa app." —junin07Get it from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in four lengths; be sure to clip the $4 off coupon when applicable).
A set of silicone oven rack edge protectors, because it absolutely sucks when you're going to get something out of the oven and you burn your hands or forearms on those hot metal racks.
A "Bread Buddy" dispenser to keep your bread fresh for longer. The bread stays in its original bag — which prolongs its life — and dispenses one slice at a time. It's designed to stand upright, which will free up valuable countertop or fridge space.
An aesthetically pleasing dishwasher magnet you stick to yours, so you always know if the dishes inside are clean or dirty. I cook A LOT at home, so the dishwasher is always in use — I'm talking three to four times a day. This saves me and my family a lot of time.
An amazing cheese grater to grate an entire block of cheese in under a minute. It can grate vegetables and nuts, too!
Check it out in this TikTok video by Rachel Meaders to see how easy it is to use IRL.Promising review: "I had seen someone use this on TikTok and wasn't sure if it would be that good, but decided to try it. Loved that you can secure it to the table. It is very easy to use, works great and easy to clean. Highly recommend." —Nathalee PorterGet it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in 13 colors and with three or five blades).
An expandable rack that wraps around your awkwardly shaped kitchen sink pipe, no problem. When you use this, you'll literally double the storage space in your cabinet. Can you say "miracle product"?
Measures 15 inches long x 11.25 inches wide x 15 inches high and can expand to 25 inches long.Promising review: "I'm so glad I bought this. I have a 24-inch vanity in my bathroom, and this fits perfectly. I have it extended to about 23 inches, and it holds sturdy, though I can see if you were to extend it to its full length, it gets weak in the middle. I liked it so much that I ordered another one for the kitchen. I got some clear bins to help organize bottles and other goodies I keep in the bath."—Marlene R.Get it from Amazon for $22.38 (available in three finishes; be sure to redeem the 10% off coupon).
A clear, nonslip cutting board to go right onto your countertop when it comes time to chop up veggies and fruits. This is especially great if you have a beautiful countertop that you want to show off.
See it in action via toponlinefinds's TikTok video.Promising review: "This piece is beautiful. I love how it's clear and shows what is underneath. I can have it on my counter all the time and it looks to be part of the kitchen. I've chopped many things on it, and I have no scratches. Very easy to clean." —Amazon CustomerGet it from Amazon for $49.99.
A slim magnetic stove shelf that converts that awkward space on top of your stove into a little ledge. It's perfect for holding everyday cooking items like spices and olive oil, or all those random spices you'll need to make Mom's world-famous lasagna.
A microfiber spin mop with a very efficient design to keep your kitchen floors sparkling clean. You step on a pedal to make it spin, and it's actually kinda remarkable how much extra wetness it spins off. And the design of the actual mop is brilliant — it's a triangular shape, so you can get into tight corners.
An absolutely gorgeous glass rice dispenser so your bulk grains can be the star of your countertop or pantry. The lid's airtight, and it comes with a glass measuring cup.
See it in action via Miriam.gin's TikTok video.Promising review: "You control the amount of rice, includes a glass measure cup. It's so beautiful." —CettaGet it from Amazon for $76.99+ (available in five or eight liter containers).
A silverware sorter that fits a full 24-piece cutlery set but takes up half the space of a traditional organizer, freeing up a ton of storage in your drawer.
BuzzFeed Shopping Editor Elizabeth Lilly has this and LOVES it: "I have VERY narrow kitchen drawers in my NYC one-bedroom apartment kitchen, and buying one of these organizers has transformed my cutlery drawer. I'm able to safely reach in and grab whatever I need (like a manual can opener for tuna salad or a mini whisk for a hot chocolate) without having to sift tools around."Promising review: "I have a tiny kitchen with only three drawers, so space is at a premium. My silverware organizer took up almost all of one drawer, so this organizer is a godsend. You can fit quite a few spoons, etc., in each slot. My beater attachments fit perfectly into the top two hollows. I will say I have to flip my forks over facedown in order to be able to shut and open my drawer, but then the drawer itself is kind of shallow. You NEED this if you have a small kitchen with few drawers!" —mialroGet it on Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two colors).
A can of fire-extinguishing aerosol spray to keep near your cooking area in case you ever accidentally start a small cooking fire. The can is small enough to fit on a kitchen shelf, but strong enough to provide 32 seconds of firefighting time.
Promising review: "Of course you never want to use something like this but I knew that we needed one in our new condo just in case. I was right! I was toasting taco shells in our large toaster and looked away for a moment. Smoke billowed first, and then it caught fire fast. My husband grabbed the device, aimed and sprayed for about five seconds. He stopped, and I barked for him to do it again because it caught one more time. There's no way I would have been able to toss a blanket up there, and a real extinguisher would have left the biggest mess. This was easy to clean up!" —Mamercs6 Get it from Amazon for $13.98.
A sleek, magnetized dry-erase board for your fridge so you can stay on top of your tasks and grocery shopping list. You can easily keep track of all the eggs, blueberries, and bulk iced coffee concentrate you'll need for your next grocery run.
Promising review: "I have it to write down things to buy. Very convenient and came with a good number of markers. It's really simple to clean. I use a wet cloth when I don't want to use the eraser, and that works easy also." —Stephanie Rios Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
A rapid egg cooker that'll cook up to six eggs any way you want. Poached? You got it. Hard-boiled? Done. It can even make omelets. Simply select your number of eggs and set the timer. When it's done it'll automatically shut off.
Promising review: "I love hard-boiled eggs for protein, especially when I'm on the go as a student/worker but it's hard to wait for the water to boil then put In the eggs and get ready all at the same time. This cooker is amazing!! Saves me time, it's quick and I don't have to watch it while it cooks — I can go get ready and then I hear a loud buzzer notifying me when the eggs are done! (The buzzer is really loud; sounds like a basketball game buzzer.) I was surprised how fast the eggs cooked." —MeganGet it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in six colors).Read more about the Dash Egg Cooker here.
An automatic, odor-absorbing, sensor-activated trash can made of fingerprint-proof stainless steel. It's called a trash can, not a trash cannot.
Promising review: "I bought this trash can eight years ago. At the time, it was hard to find any stainless-steel trash cans for an affordable price, so the fact that this was the most reasonable and it had the automated lid seemed like a pretty easy choice. It still looks great and works great. You can wave over the sensor to open the lid, or there is a button on the front of it to open the lid and keep it open. The lid does a great job of holding any odors in while it's closed." —SomniGet it from Amazon for $67.12+ (available in 11 styles).
A granite and stone cleaner that'll make stone countertops that look dull and are sticky instead be shiny and bright. Not only will this restore yours to its former glory, but it's also a disinfectant that kills up to 99.9% of germs and bacteria.
Promising review: "This is my go-to granite cleaner and I've tried a lot! Actually gets counters clean without a film or streak and not a lot of elbow grease." —LoriGet it from Amazon for $7.99.
A garbage disposal cleaner if your disposal smells a little funky. This product works in a matter of minutes and requires no elbow grease on your part. Just run the water, put the packet into the drain, then let the magic happen. The foam appears, it gets into all the hidden areas in your disposal and drain, and then removes the toughest gunk and foul odors.
Promising review: "Seeing is believing. Not only does it do a great job, but you can see it happening. It doesn't just mask the smell and leave a lemon scent like some products, it cleans too and looks fun. Idk. Blue foam comes out and that's good enough for me." —sylvie yahGet a two pack of four-count bags on Amazon for $11.
A washable, reusable sponge in vibrant prints that you just throw in the dishwasher or washing machine to make them like new again. You'll save a nice chunk of change by not needing to buy new sponges every couple of weeks.
Porter Lee's is a family-owned small business based in Portland, Oregon, that specializes in homemade reusable goods.Promising review: "So glad I finally found an environmentally friendly sponge THAT WORKS! I tried all the other kinds of eco-friendly sponges before these — silicon (don't work on stuck stuff), vegetable fiber (got so mildew-y so fast), and even crocheted (felt so gross and didn't work great). These do the job and then after a few days I just throw them in the wash! Hooray! And they're cute!" —willowbe041Get it from Porter Lee's on Etsy for $12+ (available in packs of one, three, five, and 10 and in four colors).
A roll of bamboo towels if you're done spending money on single-use paper ones. These are soooo strong, and when they get yucky you can just throw them in the washing machine to make 'em like new again. A single roll replaces up to six months of paper towels.
Promising review: "I've had these bamboo towels for a month now and am incredibly impressed with their performance! They're much larger than a regular paper towel, thicker, softer, and more absorbent. I've washed the first ones I've torn off the roll several times now, and they DO survive the laundry and perform just as well afterward. I've only used five bamboo towels this month, washed them, and re-used them. Several times. I would have been through a whole roll of Brawny by now. One caveat...when you wash them, you're supposed to air dry them, so I haven't sent any through the dryer. And I haven't needed to, because allowing them to air dry has not affected the quality of the towels when I 're-roll' them!" —A. ClarkGet a roll from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in packs of two and four).
A cleaning kit to remove all the burnt food and gunk that's residing on your glass stovetop. It comes with a soft pad for everyday messes and a hardcore scraper if something doesn't want to budge.
The kit comes with a bottle of cleaner, a cleaning pad, and a heavy-duty scraper, all designed to break down burnt-on foods and tough stains. Promising review: "As soon as I used this stuff, I couldn't believe it! We had a new stove that I didn't clean for months and assumed the burnt pea juice (my enemy) would just be a new stain forever. However, after one application, it was basically gone. I used the scraper that came with it and did one more small application on just that spot, and it was gone! Every time I use this it looks like my stove could be brand-new." —Christi LambertsonGet it from Amazon for $14.98.
A handheld veggie spiralizer if you're trying to incorporate more produce into your meals and want a fun way to do it. With just a few twists, an ordinary carrot, cucumber, zucchini, squash, or potato can be turned into veggie spaghetti and more.
Promising review: "I love veggie noodles because they're faster to cook than regular noodles, healthier, and super delicious! Before this device, I would buy the pre-spiralized ones at the store for a huge markup, but this device is so quick and easy to use it's no extra trouble to do it myself, plus it's fresher!" —PhobGet it from Amazon for $11.99.
A universal descaling solution that'll have your single-cup coffee and espresso machine in tip-top shape in no time. It'll remove limescale and other hard water mineral deposits and prevent corrosion, so basically, the whole shebang.
It's compatible with all single-use coffee and espresso machines, like Keurig, Nespresso, Delonghi, Hamilton Beach, Braun, Bunn, Cuisinart, Tassimo, Krups, Saeco and more.Promising review: "I had never even thought of descaling my 2-year-old Keurig before Amazon suggested it, but this stuff was cheap, I knew I was supposed to descale regularly, and I knew this kind of descaler wouldn't be as hard to rinse out as the smell of vinegar. I honestly wasn't expecting much, but the next morning it took much less time for the water to heat up and my coffee tasted twice as strong and rich as it did before descaling, which means the brewing temperature is higher now that the heating element isn't caked with mineral deposits. Now I feel a little silly for drinking mediocre coffee for so long." —LenoreGet it from Amazon for $9.99+ (also available in a pack of two).
An anti-fatigue, ergonomic kitchen mat to make sure you can be comfortable on your feet while you work in the kitchen. It's also waterproof and cushioned, so it's basically the perfect rug if you stand in one place in the kitchen for long periods of time (like dishwashing at the sink).
Promising review: "Wish I would have gotten this years ago. As my back gets worse with time (and my age) standing to do dishes was starting to be far too uncomfortable. This makes me feel as if nothing is wrong with my back. It's wonderful. Comfortable and stays where you put it. Almost wish I could have this put down as a carpeting in my whole house. I love it." —cheyenne44Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in seven colors and 12 sizes; be sure to redeem the 50% off coupon when applicable).
A tub of the TikTok-famous Pink Stuff that's great if you want an all-purpose cleaning paste that can pretty much take on any stains, smudges, scruffs, and more on any hard surface. This is easily one of the most popular cleaning products out there — there are over 151,000 5-star reviews on Amazon for a reason.
Promising review: "I added before and after photos of my filthy oven so you all would know this stuff is the real deal and worth it. I like that it didn't have a strong odor and it didn't use much effort at all to clean my oven. You can really see it removing the burnt-on grease after a few circular motions." —DNICEANDFAMGet it from Amazon for $5.97.
A paper towel roll holder to literally stick to your wall or under the cabinet, all thanks to being backed with self-adhesive. That's right, this genius product requires no tools to install and won't damage your walls or cabinets with nails or screws. You're going to save so much countertop space, too!
A food storage set with eight 30-ounce containers with lids, perfect for meal prepping. These are made out of thick glass that doesn't get that food stain fog like traditional plastic ones.
Promising review: "Absolutely love this product! Makes storing and transporting my meals extremely easy and keeps everything fresh all week. Portion size is perfect. I fit a whole chicken breast plus rice in them with room to spare. The leak-proof design holds in freshness and gives me peace of mind when transporting them in my backpack. When all is done they are extremely easy to clean." —RHGet it on Amazon for $39.99 (available in two colors).
A cabinet door organizer so your cutting boards and paper boxes (that hold aluminum foil, parchment, etc) don't take up countertop or drawer space, and instead are stored in a space that would otherwise go unused.
Promising review: "This organizer is so useful! I recently moved and ended up with a much smaller kitchen, so I've been doing everything I can to make sure there's a place for everything and no wasted space. Luckily, I have pretty wide cabinets, so this works out perfectly. I have one holding my cutting boards (four standard plastic boards) and another holding my foil, cling wrap, and parchment paper boxes. The organizer is super easy to assemble, and it's completely versatile. Hang it over the cabinet door or attach it to the wall/cabinet door, which means it's great for renters and owners." —KerryGet it from Amazon for $17.97.
A jar of Humble Suds' all-natural scour cleaning paste for taking on tough cleaning jobs like baked-on grime in the oven to removing difficult stains on your kitchen's grout. Thanks to a combination of castile soap and essential oils like sweet orange and lemongrass, not only does this do the job of removing grime, but it smells amazing, too!
Humble Suds is a small cleaning brand run by two moms in Colorado. All of their products are made from humble yet powerful plant and mineral-derived ingredients and scented with pure essential oils. Promising review: "I just cleaned my boyfriend's oven that hasn't been cleaned in five years 😲 with this magical stuff, and I was amazed. This works like a dream. Will be buying more immediately" —Tarah Redburn Get it from Humble Suds on Etsy for $15.95+ (available in an 11-oz or 18-oz jar).
A 15-piece set of airtight food containers, because your most-used pantry items deserve special containers that'll help prolong their freshness.
Promising review: "I ordered this set to continue on the road to an organized pantry. There are enough containers and a variety of sizes to make me happy. I have stored pasta and noodles, dried beans, rice, sugar, instant mashed potatoes, crackers, etc. When I open a box of something, I put whatever is unused into one of the containers and feel very secure that the contents will be fresh and protected from any possible insect problems." —R MGet it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in three colors).
Or a 10-piece set of Oxo food storage containers if you want something with a little more pizzazz. Not only do they look great and make pantries so organized, but the airtight seal really does prolong the life of dried goods like pastas, flour, and chips.
A set of magnetic glass spice jars if you have a ton of spices but nowhere to store them. Not only will this product fix that problem, but it looks cool, too!
Promising review: "I am in love with my magnetic spice jars! I recently moved to a small apartment and don't have the counter or wall space to store spices or a spice rack, so magnetic jars it was! I love how these have a decorative feel while providing a secure way to store the spices. Unlike other magnetic spice jars, I feel that these add an extra flair to displaying your assorted spices." —rae.m.wriGet a 12-pack of small jars from Amazon for $70+ (also available in 24 small jars, 12 large jars, and 24 large jars).
An easy-to-use blender that can chop, mix, blend, whip, grind, and more. And because of its tiny size, it's the perfect fit for single servings like a smoothie or cup of salsa.
Promising review: "I work in a vegan restaurant and use these once in a while for small amounts of dressings. So when I was in the market for a personal blender for smoothies and dressings/sauces for two, I knew I wanted this ... and boy, does it deliver! I love prepping the smoothies the night before in the containers. It's the perfect size for a small apartment, and it easily stores in the cabinet if you need to clear off the countertop." —BernadetteGet it from Amazon for $39.29+ (available in black or silver).
A practical cereal dispenser for your countertop or in your pantry if you're really into cereal but not necessarily the various boxes it comes in. Now you'll have the perfect bowl ready to go with the twist of a knob.
A spice rack drawer organizer in a 10-foot roll that you can cut to size if you have a lot of drawers and spices but not cabinets. The roll provides enough length to organize 30+ full-size spice bottles.
YouCopia is a woman-owned small business that specializes in home storage solutions.Promising review: "This is one of my favorite things I've ever purchased from Amazon! The fact that they are so customizable allows you to cut them for any drawer size! I think this will be my go-to gift for all of my friends who love cooking as much as I do! Freeing up cabinet space and having something that can easily be rinsed off in the sink makes this a for-sure buy!" —momononoGet a 10-ft roll from Amazon for $16.99 (available in gray or sandstone).
A garlic chopper to take on the time-consuming task of chopping or mincing garlic. You put up to five regular-size cloves in it and then use your hand to roll this thing on any smooth surface, and it chops it all up in a matter of seconds. If you want to mince it, you keep rolling for maybe 10 more seconds. It's seriously the best!
Promising review: "Love! Love! Love the GarlicZoom! Mincing garlic has never been easier or more fun. It makes mince work out of garlic, onion, chilies, and herbs. I'm not sure what I love most about this little gadget. Not smelling stinky garlic fingers all night? No burning fingers or eyes from chopping a super hot chile? Or mincing fresh herbs in a blink of an eye. I have a problem wrist from an injury and an arm and hand that suffers from nerve damage. I can still manage to zoom this. When people ask if they can help in the kitchen, this is the chore that I give them, and everyone loves it. They think it's the neatest little thing." —Kennedy CollinsGet it from Amazon for $19.95.
An ice cube tray with a lid to make over 200 tiny cubes without needing a bulky and expensive ice machine. Traditional ice cube trays only make 12 cubes, and because there's no lid, they can get gross and absorb the smells of other foodstuffs in your freezer. With this one, you plop the cubes into the bin when they're frozen, and use the lil' scoop to get ice whenever you need it.
Promising review: "This was a really pleasing purchase, I first saw it on TikTok. Product was received as described and pictured. The ice cubes are small and cute. The bin can hold about four trays, a lil over 200 ice cubes — that's with the scoop inside as well. The entire product doesn't take up much freezer space… I almost forgot it was there. Overall good purchase." —Gee inghamGet it from Amazon for $13.97+ (available in three colors).
A drip catcher for soaking up water splashes and puddles that form around your kitchen faucet. Make sure you never have pools of still water (a breeding ground for bacteria!) around your faucet again.
Hustle & Sew is a woman-owned small business based in Saint Helens, Oregon making fabric goods for the home.Promising review: "LOVE these splash catchers! They save me from having to chase the puddles that form around the base of our faucet before they start creeping over the counter. So reasonably priced, made well with neatly finished edges, and packaged with gift-ready care." —AlinaGet it from Hustle & Sew on Etsy for $13.50+ (available in four sizes and five colors).
A set of fruit and vegetable containers for folks who love efficiency and a well-organized fridge. The containers are stored within their own colander, so you can drain your produce and then nestle them right in. There's an adjustable divider in each, so you can store multiple types of produce in one container. Each one has vents that can be adjusted for fruits (vent stays open) and veggies (vent stays closed). Oh, and they're airtight, which will prolong the life of whatever you're storing.
Check out this TikTok by Selina to see them in use. Promising review: "I love this set. I've been trying to eat breakfast more and saw them all over TikTok! These make it so much easier to clean the produce and keep it crisp! Will be getting another set!" —Jane DoeGet it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in six colors).
A drink dispenser to keep your favorite drinks organized. As you pull a can or bottle out of the dispenser, it'll push all of the drinks behind it forward. Reviewers rave that it holds so many bottles while also freeing up a ton of fridge space.
Check out Rachel Meaders' review on TikTok.Promising review: "This is a true 'TikTok made me buy it!' I saw this and thought I'd love to have it, but the price is pretty steep. I splurged, and I'm so glad I did. It has revolutionized the cleanliness and ease of our drink supply!!!! We always know where we are with stock, and it looks so clean. The best part is that it can be customized to fit almost any fridge. We could have even just had four rows on one shelf and four rows on another if we wanted to — the rows are so easy to separate and adjust! Do yourself a favor and bite the bullet on the purchase. You'll be so glad you did." —Jacqueline FoleyGet it from Amazon for $57.39+ (be sure to clip the 18% off coupon).
A peel-and-stick yogurt holder that can go on the walls or ceiling of your refrigerator, which is otherwise space that would go unused.
Promising review: "I had seen them on TikTok and immediately bought them because my yogurts always tip out of my refrigerator and splat all over the floor! They have been so great, now my yogurts stay and don't fall out." —Amazon CustomerGet it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in packs of one or two).
An under-cabinet lid opener so you never struggle to open a jar again. And because it mounts to the underside of your cabinet, it'll be out of sight and out of mind when you don't need it.
And a wine rack that stacks one bottle on top of another. Because it goes up and not horizontal, you'll be utilizing the normally unused vertical space in your fridge, therefore freeing up more shelf space.
Promising review: "Fantastic product. Sturdy and stacks very well. Holds the wine with no worries of anything falling apart or out of the rack itself. Looks beautiful, giving your fridge a great look of organization." —Amazon CustomerGet it from Amazon for $28.99.
You looking around your kitchen now that it's all tricked out with the best gear out there:
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