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The Best Induction Cooktop
by Rachel Wharton
An induction cooktop—safe, sleek, and efficient—can transform your kitchen and the way you cook. Here’s how to choose the best one for you.
How I Came to Love the Dusty Powdered Dishwasher Detergent of My Childhood
by Annemarie Conte
Inexpensive doesn’t necessarily mean bad. Cascade Complete Powder costs just pennies per load and is the best powdered dishwasher detergent we’ve tested.
The Best Electric Stoves and Ranges
by Rachel Wharton
The GE GRF600AV has a high-performing cooktop and a basic convection oven, plus a strong customer-service track record.
The Best Dishwashers
by Andrea Barnes
We’ve stress-tested more than 30 dishwashers, and we recommend the Miele G5008 for its strong cleaning performance, features, and reliability for the price.
Home Energy Rebates Are on the Way. Here’s What to Know.
by Rachel Wharton
The Inflation Reduction Act could save you thousands of dollars on new and efficient electric appliances. Here’s what to do next.
I Tried the Tesla of Induction Stoves. It Could Be the Future.
by Rachel Wharton
The first battery-assisted induction range works with a regular wall outlet. We tried it out.
The Best Pellet Smoker Grill
by Ben Keough
After smoking hundreds of pounds of meat, we think the Camp Chef Woodwind Pro 24 is worth the cost. It helps even beginners make great barbecue.
The Best Refrigerators
by Rachel Wharton
Whether you want a big, feature-rich refrigerator or a smaller, pared-down model, our recommendations will help you find the fridge that’s right for you.
The Best High-End Ranges
by Sharon Franke and Tyler Wells Lynch
After talking to kitchen experts about high-end ranges, we found that Wolf and Miele are the most-respected brands, while Monogram is great for the price.
How to Clean a Refrigerator
by Rachel Wharton
This efficient approach to cleaning a refrigerator lets you tackle the interior in sections—and it doesn’t require unplugging.
Can’t Get an Even Bake? This ‘Toast Test’ Can Help.
by Maki Yazawa
If unevenly baked cakes or burnt cookies are common in your household, hot spots in your oven are likely to blame. Here’s how to easily locate them.
The Best Cookware Set
by Michael Sullivan
The Tramontina Gourmet 12-Piece Tri-Ply Clad Cookware Set is our top pick because it offers solid construction and comfortable design at a reasonable price.
7 Things Our Microwave Expert Does to Instantly Improve the Performance of Any Microwave
by Rachel Wharton
These seven tips will improve the cooking performance of any microwave.
Is It You, or Is Your Dishwasher Just Lousy? Here’s How to Tell.
by Liam McCabe
If you’ve tried all the tricks and tips, and nothing gets your dishes clean, you might just have a terrible dishwasher. Here’s how to spot a dud.
How to Use Your Dishwasher Better
by Andrea Barnes
Dishwashers save water, time, and energy. Here are some tips for getting the most out of your machine.
We Smeared Hundreds of Dishes With Peanut Butter, Egg Yolk, Red Sauce, and Lipstick to Test Dishwashers
by Andrea Barnes
Testing dishwashers is a dirty job—but we’ve gotta do it.
Is an Induction Stove for You? Here Are the Pros and Cons.
by Rachel Wharton
Cooking with an induction cooktop or range has many advantages over using a gas or radiant-electric version, but the technology may not be for everyone.
This Rotary Grater Seems Gimmicky, But I Think It Might Be Worth the Hype
by Abigail Bailey
Influencers love these graters (and they have for quite a while now), so we put the most popular model to the test.
The Best Slide-In Gas Ranges
by Tyler Wells Lynch
We looked at more than 60 gas-powered slide-in ranges, and we think the GE JGS760 is a good-looking, reliable performer that will work in most kitchens.
The Best Gas Stoves and Ranges
by Rachel Wharton
The GE JGB735 has a convection oven and an excellent cooktop for the price, and it offers the best looks and build quality of any affordable gas range we found.
This Old-Fashioned Apple Peeler Is the Best Way to Peel Apples
by Sofia Sokolove
Even if you bake one apple pie a year, you’ll want this old-fashioned apple peeler, which peels, cores, and slices apples faster than anything else we’ve tried.
The Best Counter-Depth Refrigerators
by Rachel Wharton
A counter-depth fridge is shallower than a standard-depth model and can make your kitchen feel more streamlined and spacious. But it may cost a bit more.
Why You Should Clean Your Dishwasher Filter
by Andrea Barnes
There’s a good chance your dishwasher will be put to the test this Thanksgiving. You can prevent a smelly mess and a possible bill by cleaning your filter.
The Best Side-by-Side Refrigerators
by Rachel Wharton
The GE GSE25G is a spacious, sturdy side-by-side fridge with an exceptionally adjustable interior layout from a brand known for high customer satisfaction.
The Best Wall Ovens
by Sharon Franke
The Café CTS70DP2NS1 has a clean design that will look great in most kitchens, and it costs a lot less than other wall ovens with a similar aesthetic.
The Best French Door Refrigerators
by Rachel Wharton
The LG LRFLC2706S is a handsome, capacious French-door refrigerator from a brand that ranks at the top of our surveys for customer satisfaction.
The Best Garage Refrigerators
by Rachel Wharton
The LG LHTNS2403S is a sleek and spacious garage-ready fridge from a company that ranks at the top of our surveys for customer satisfaction.
The Best Upright Freezers
by Tyler Wells Lynch and Winnie Yang
Just about any upright freezer you pick should work fine, but the GE FUF17DLRWW has a few extra features that make it stand out.
Everything You Need to Make Amazing Pizza at Home, According to Cookbook Author (and Wirecutter Staffer!) Katie Quinn
by Rose Maura Lorre
Want to live la dolce vita without ever leaving home? Try making your own Neapolitan-style pizza. Cookbook author Katie Quinn has a few ideas.
How to Clean Your Grill
by Lesley Stockton
To keep your grill in working order, take time to do some simple cleaning tasks, as well as the occasional deep scrub-down, every time you cook.
Worried About Your Gas Stove? Here’s What to Do.
by Rachel Wharton
You can reduce or eliminate many health risks associated with a gas stove or cooktop with fresh air and a few countertop appliances.
The 3 Cheap Accessories I Use to Avoid Cleaning My Fridge
by Rachel Wharton
Cleaning a fridge is no fun, but you can avoid it with just a few cheap, flexible fridge mats, shelf liners, and tea towels.
The Best Chest Freezers
by Tyler Wells Lynch
After more than 40 hours of research, we think the GE FCM11PHWW is the best chest freezer for most people.
Should You Use Your Oven’s Self-Cleaning Setting? It Depends.
by Rachel Wharton
A self-cleaning oven setting may be safe, but if you’re prepping for a holiday or can’t afford to fix or replace your stove, think twice before using it.
Redesigning Your Kitchen? Here’s Why a Cooktop Is Better Than a Range.
by Rachel Wharton
Versatile, design-forward, and great to cook on, a cooktop allows you to customize your kitchen with more flexibility than a freestanding stove.
Do You Really Need to Clean Your Fridge Coils?
by Rachel Wharton
Unless you have a really fancy (or old) fridge, you probably don’t need to worry about cleaning your condenser coils. But here’s how, just in case.