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An air fryer, steamer, broiler, dehydrator and slow cooker all in one? That’s exactly what you’ll enjoy with the Ninja Foodi (aka the best multi-use pressure cooker). And even though it’s a luxury kitchen appliance, you’ll actually save money by not needing an air fryer or slow cooker—the Ninja Foodi does it all! The hardest part is deciding what recipe you’ll cook first.
What to Look for in Luxury Small Kitchen Appliances
Even small kitchen appliances can be an investment in time, money, space, and more. When thinking about shopping for them, here are some factors you’ll want to keep in mind:
Product Quality
It needs to be said that price alone does not make for a good product. While shopping, pay attention not just to price and name but also to material quality, quality of construction, etc. A lot of this information can also be gleaned from user and professional reviews. If you’re ever curious about a product’s overall value, turn to those testimonials before you decide if it is worth it. Never purchase something like this based on brand name or price alone.
Versatility/Usefulness
Ultimately, you want your small kitchen appliances to be things that you regularly use, especially luxury items, as they can be quite expensive. Ask yourself if you’re actually going to use that ice cream maker. If you’re not a regular ice cream eater, the answer might be no. It’s also important to ask yourself if you can get alternative uses out of them. A blender, for instance, might be a purchase you make for smoothie-making. However, you can also use them to make sauces, soups, emulsions, etc. That makes a blender a much more versatile product than a dedicated smoothie-maker.
Counter Space/Storage
“Small” can be a relative term. Even if an appliance qualifies as small, it will take up space. That means you’ll need a place to keep it if you use it often or to store it between uses if you don’t plan to use it often. If you can’t reasonably find a home for your next appliance purchase, you may want to ask yourself if you’ll really use it or if this is just a fleeting desire.
Style
A luxury small kitchen appliance might look gorgeous on its own, but it could clash horribly with your kitchen. That’s not necessarily a deal breaker, especially if you stash it between uses. But you might want to think about it before buying, especially if you want your kitchen to have a cohesive look.
How We Found the Best Luxury Small Kitchen Appliances
The world of kitchen appliances, even small ones, is as wide as the day is long. To ensure we were doing the category justice and offering the best selection to our readers, we turned to brands we know and love, as well as products we personally have used and tested. Then, we pared down that list based on the popularity of the small appliance categories before choosing a list that’s as versatile and varied as it comprises top-notch products, paying special attention to the appliances’ overall quality, budget-friendliness, reliability, etc. We also turned to both professional and user-generated testimonials to confirm/affirm our selections.
Why You Should Trust Us
Madi Koetting has reviewed hundreds of products in the home space, including kitchen appliances, cooking gear, cleaning gadgets, furniture and home decor. Her work can be seen across lifestyle brands, including Taste of Home, Reader’s Digest and Family Handyman. She is also a founding member of the Taste of Home shopping team. Her extensive personal and professional experience (including hands-on testimonials) makes her especially qualified to speak on luxury small kitchen appliances, among numerous others.
FAQ
Are expensive kitchen appliances worth it?
That’s going to depend on the item and whether or not you actually make use of it. Some products may not be worth it, especially if you just let them sit there, accruing a patina of dust. However, if you get a quality product from a trusted brand and use it to its fullest extent, yes, it will be worth it.
Where should small kitchen appliances be stored?
This will depend more on your space and usage than anything else. Most of these devices are perfectly suited to leave out on the counter, serving to show them off and making them convenient to use. However, there’s nothing wrong with stashing them away in a cabinet or closet if you don’t actively use them all the time (or they’re more seasonally appropriate, like an ice cream maker).
What is considered a small kitchen appliance?
That’s more opinion than anything else, but devices around the same size or smaller than a microwave are usually considered small kitchen appliances. Large devices, like full-size refrigerators and ovens, would generally not qualify.
Do more expensive appliances last longer?
Price alone will not make a product last longer. However, if that price is due to premium materials and technologies, it would not be unreasonable to expect your appliances to last longer.