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When it comes to kitchen gadgets, our editors have tried them all and agree: while some belong in the trash, others are absolute life-savers. From lazy susans to citrus juicers to jar openers, these handy kitchen gadgets have a place in our own homes, so recommending them to our readers is a no-brainer. These gadgets bring a whole new meaning to "work smarter not harder" thanks to their useful and unique approaches to our everyday problems in the kitchen.

The best part about all of these products? Most are available on Amazon, meaning that your new favorite kitchen gadget is just two days away from arriving right on your doorstep. Get ready to save time, energy, and even a bit of money thanks to these useful gadgets.

Thrifty Old Time Ice Cream Scooper

"Easiest way to scoop ice cream! Works immediately (no running under hot water or waiting for ice cream to soften)."

—Stephanie Lepore, Copy/Research Editor

The Grip Jar Opener

"I don't have this one exactly, but my house came with an under cabinet-mounted jar opener and it is truly the gift that keeps on giving. No longer do I struggle with pickles, jam, or anything else contained in jars with this bad boy."

—Hannah Jones, Associate Commerce Editor

Rubbermaid 6-Piece Produce Saver Containers

"Buying fresh produce can sometimes be a pain because certain items go bad so quickly. But that's not the case when these containers are used. They can keep lettuce crisp and fresh for weeks before you notice any wilting. Yes, I said weeks."

—Hannah Jones, Associate Commerce Editor

Ziplock Bag Organizer

These bamboo plastic bag organizers conveniently wrangle all those different boxes of bags into an aesthetically pleasing setup.

Fridge Turntable with Mat

Talk about a brilliant solution for more fridge space.

"Putting a lazy Susan in my fridge makes me feel like an organized Pinterest mom (which I am NOT)."

—Katie Bowlby, Digital Director

Chef'n FreshForce Citrus Juicer

This citrus juicer comes recommended by both our Senior Food and Gardens Editor and our Food and Crafts Director, so you know it's a good one.

"After using this lemon juicer a few times in the Country Living test kitchens, I finally broke down and bought one of my own. The sturdy plastic and steel makes it easy to use on even less juicy lemons, and the gear design makes getting every last drop a breeze."

—Chris Michel, Senior Food and Gardens Editor

"The best citrus juicer. The hinge guarantees that you get all the juice out."

—Charlyne Mattox, Food and Crafts Director

Vacu Vin Wine Saver Pump with Vacuum Bottle Stoppers

"This vacuum sealer has saved so many bottles of wine from going bad in our house. It's simple to use and comes with bottle stoppers."

—Hannah Jones, Associate Commerce Editor

Swiss Stainless Steel Paring Knives

"You've gotta have these pairing knives for everyday use. They never go dull and they are a super good deal."

—Charlyne Mattox, Food and Crafts Director

Cuisinart Smart Stick

This immersion blender earned submissions from multiple editors as a kitchen staple.

"What makes this immersion blender stand out above the rest is the mini food processor. It's perfect for making breadcrumbs, whipping up guacamole, and so many other things. It gets used almost daily in our home."

—Hannah Jones, Associate Commerce Editor

"A must-have for pureed soups (think Tomato-Basil or Butternut Squash) to save you from the transfer-hot-liquid-to-blender mess. You simply stick it into whatever needs blending in its pot or bowl, blend it, pull it out, and then stick the attachment in the dishwasher in the end. Easiest blender cleaning job out there! I also like it for making crepe batter and blending up carrots for carrot souffle at Thanksgiving."

—Madoline Markham, Assistant Managing Editor

Kitchen Scissors

"There’s nothing I hate more than cutting up raw chicken, but with these, I don’t mind so much. They pull apart for easy cleaning and make cutting up just about anything easier."

—Amy Mitchell, Managing Editor

Carter Move Mug + 2 Lids

"I’ve been running around with this coffee travel mug (and both lids) for a few weeks now, and I love it. I’ve tried all the coffee mugs — ones that hold heat for 9 hours straight, ones with all kinds of fancy options, but this is my go-to mug, for a few reasons. 1) the ceramic lining inside makes it easy to clean (no more old coffee smell) and also makes the coffee you’re drinking smell better and taste better. You get all the taste from a ceramic mug, but with the portability of a travel mug! Second, the lids: When I’m not worried about spills, the 360° lid is genius. It somehow keeps coffee hot, and lets me drink from it without fiddling with it, but it also keeps me from getting coffee all over my nose (which happens with all those flip-up lids). When I am worried about spills, the slide-lock lid is great. It’s a little more fiddling, and a little less simple to clean, but it seals completely (I can toss that coffee in my backpack without worrying about spills), keeps the coffee piping hot, and it’s still solved that flip-up-lid coffee-on-the-nose problem that clearly so haunts me."

—Chris Michel, Senior Food and Gardens Editor

Slim Safety Smooth Touch Can Opener

Of course a can opener is something most people have on hand, but this one doesn't have any exposed sharp edges for safe use.

"I like this can opener because there are never any sharp edges and it's super easy to use."

—Charlyne Mattox, Food and Crafts Director

Classic Tomato Knife

"I don't know who needs to hear this, but please stop cutting your tomatoes with regular knives. This tomato knife will preserve that plump, juicy interior so you don't end up with a crushed tomato on your sandwich."

—Hannah Jones, Associate Commerce Editor

2 in 1 Max XL 8 Qt Air Fryer

Air fryers have become a kitchen necessity in recent years for good reason: they're easy to use, make healthy food, and clean up quickly. We love the dual compartment basket on this one, but this version with racks instead of a basket is also an editor favorite.

"We use it for everything from potatoes and chicken to frozen food. It’s especially great for a teenage son who is hungry all the time."

—Katie Bowlby, Digital Director

Whitehaven Basin Rack

If you have a classic white farmhouse sink, this is a purchase you want to make now.

"My farmhouse sink would be a disaster if it weren’t for this wire protector."

—Amy Mitchell, Managing Editor

Bar Keepers Friend Soft Cleanser

"And for when my sink does get marks and stains, this stuff works wonders."

—Amy Mitchell, Managing Editor

4-Piece Bamboo Spurtle Set

"These are primarily the only utensils we use for cooking. They're safe on all our cookware and easily wash up in the dishwasher. We've had them 8 months now, using them almost every night, and only one has kicked the bucket."

—Hannah Jones, Associate Commerce Editor

Nordic Ware Half Sheet with Oven Safe Nonstick Grid

"A sheet pan that won’t warp is worth its weight in homemade cookies. I dealt with popping, twanging, and things sliding around for years before I picked up a pair of Nordic pans and threw those old ones out."

—Chris Michel, Senior Food and Gardens Editor

Zyliss Easy Spin Salad Spinner

Salad spinners can be a bit cumbersome in your cabinets, but there's just no denying how useful they are. They make lettuce unbelievably crisp.

"I much prefer this spinner over the competition because it spins A LOT faster so gets everything dryer."

—Charlyne Mattox, Food and Crafts Director

Silicone Pot Holders

These silicone trivets play double duty as a jar opener in a pinch.

"I love my silicone hot pads. They're easy to clean and don't take up much room in the kitchen drawer."

—Katie Bowlby, Digital Director

rezip 5-piece Stand-Up Reusable Storage Bags

"These bags aren't only cheaper than the competition, but they also include both flat-lay and stand-up versions that make snacking a breeze."

—Hannah Jones, Associate Commerce Editor

OXO Good Grips 5-Piece POP Container Set

"I'll admit it—I originally got this container set because I liked the look of an organized pantry. But these containers blew me away with just how well they preserve food. They can keep a bag of chips crisp for weeks on end."

—Hannah Jones, Associate Commerce Editor

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