Air fryers got smart in 2026. The newest models add WiFi and app control, built-in food thermometers, food-recognition presets and dual-zone baskets that cook a whole meal at once — so dinner is crispier and far more hands-off. We compared the leading smart air fryers on connectivity, cooking performance, capacity, noise and price to find…
Nugget ice — the soft, chewable “good ice” you love from Sonic and Chick-fil-A — is the most requested countertop upgrade of 2026. A home nugget ice maker sits on your counter, fills from a reservoir (no plumbing), and pumps out pebble ice all day. We compared capacity, ice texture, noise, smart features and price…
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From the precise OXO Brew gooseneck to the premium Fellow Stagg EKG, we ranked the best electric kettles of 2026 for coffee and tea.
From the value-king Ninja Professional Plus to the premium Vitamix, we ranked the best blenders for smoothies in 2026 for every budget.
We compared the most-recommended air fryers of 2026 to find the best under $100, from the versatile Cosori TurboBlaze to the accurate Instant Vortex Plus.
