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The best home espresso machines of 2026

We tested the best manual, semi-automatic, and super-automatic espresso machines across all budgets to help you make cafe-quality drinks at home.
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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.
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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.
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The 7 best cookware sets (2026)

Upgrade your kitchen with the best cookware sets for every budget. From stainless steel to nonstick, we tested top brands for durability and heat.
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Best titanium cookware

We tested titanium cookware from Our Place and Hestan to find the absolute best options for everyday cooking, searing, and budget-friendly nonstick.
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The best grills

We cooked everything from steaks to pork shoulder to find the best grills for easy temperature control, smoky flavor, and reliable performance.
Three of the best microwaves — a white GE model, a turquoise Galanz retro-style model, and a silver model with chrome accents — are lined up side by side on a wooden table in a kitchen.

The best microwaves

After testing more than a dozen microwaves, we found the best models for fast, even cooking, defrosting, and reheating without cold spots.
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Best gas grills

We put 10 gas grills through real cooking tests to find the top picks for performance, ease of use, and value.
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The best coolers

We tested dozens of coolers for ice retention, durability, and portability to find the best options for camping, fishing, and everyday use.
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The best chocolates

A professional chocolatier tested over 100 chocolates from 45 brands to find the best boxed options for gifts, everyday treats, and special occasions.
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Best picnic blankets

We tested 14 picnic blankets for comfort, water resistance, and portability to find the best options for beach days, picnics, and camping.
The Traeger Pro and Camp Chef Woodwind pellet grills next to each other on an outdoor patio.

Best pellet smokers

We tested over a dozen pellet grills to find the best for smoking meats and vegetables. Our picks include options for every budget and skill level.
A side-by-side of two charcoal grills on a patio.

Best charcoal grills

We tested dozens of charcoal grills by cooking pounds of food and evaluating heat retention, durability, and flavor.
A side by side image of a smoker sitting in grass and pork shoulder cooking on a smoker.

The best smokers

We tested pellet, charcoal, and electric smokers to find the best for different cooking styles, from hands-off smoking to traditional barbecue.
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Best slow cookers

We tested 16 slow cookers to find the most consistent performers for chili, roast, and everyday meals.
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