Life-Transforming Kitchen Gadgets: 56 Smart Innovations You Need
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Yo, check out these wicked kitchen upgrades that will transform your space! All of our picks, from smart organizers to fun gadgets, have been independently selected by the BuzzFeed crew. Just a heads up, BuzzFeed and our publishing partners might collect a bit of cash if you click through and make a purchase.
1. A slick under-shelf spice organizer to optimize cabinet storage. This genius contraption is perfect if your spice collection has outgrown your current space.
2. A minimalist fruit bowl with a hidden colander, sitting pretty on a pedestal. The moisture slips down the bowl as fruits and veggies dry, keeping them fresh and hygienic.
Check it out on TikTok
"This fruit bowl is a total game-changer! Love the way it looks on my counter. Such a simple and practical addition to my kitchen!" - Jami Lively
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in white or green)
3. A strip of LED lights that'll illuminate your kitchen and can be voice-controlled via Alexa and Google Home. These energy-efficient lights are easy to install and offer over 16 million color options. Plus, they can sync with your tunes! Perfect for a fun and affordable way to level up your kitchen, especially if you're renting.
4. A set of silicone oven rack edge protectors to shield your hands from those hot metal racks. Burns are a bummer, and these protectors take the heat off.
Check it out on TikTok
"The oven rack Edge protectors are a lifesaver! A TikTok recommendation put 'em on my wishlist, and they've been one of my favorite gifts! A must-have for any kitchen!" - Amanda B.
Grab a four-pack from Amazon for $7.98 (available in red or gray)
5. A "Bread Buddy" dispenser to keep your bread fresh and snazzy. The bread stays in its original bag, which prolongs its life, and dispenses one slice at a time. It frees up valuable counter or fridge space.
Check it out on TikTok
"After years of my kids neglecting to seal the bread, we finally found a solution with those Bread Buddies! Not only do they prevent waste, but they also allow me to stand the loaves on end, freeing up counter space! It's a win-win!" - Katherine Anthony
Get it from Amazon for $12.49 (available in white or red lid)
6. A sleek, rotatable cabinet organizer with adjustable shelves. This space-saving organizer tidies up your cabinet by stacking spices vertically and is easy to install. TikTok-inspired kitchen hacks never disappoint!
Promising review: "The organizer worked like a charm. So many of my spices that didn't fit on my spice rack were taking up prime real estate in the cabinets, but this organizer has solved the problem efficiently, quickly, and reasonably! We added some extra tape to the bottom for extra security. Love it!" - Kaitlyn B.
Grab it from Amazon for $29.99
7. An aesthetically pleasing dishwasher magnet so you'll always know if your dishes are clean or dirty. No more questioning if that last load finished.
Promising review: "Bought this based on a TikTok video. Super cute and functional! No more asking if dishes are clean or not." - D. Washington
Get it from Amazon for $7.97 (available in three styles)
8. A rechargeable mini USB fridge deodorizer to keep your refrigerator smelling fresh. This air purifier not only eliminates odors but circulates the air, too. A single charge lasts 30 days!
Check it out on TikTok
"Typically my fridge smells like the giant tub of kimchi we always have, but this little deodorizer has made a real difference in minimizing the odor! Perfect for cars and small spaces, too!" -Sofina
Get it from Amazon for $22.99
9. An amazing cheese grater that can shred blocks of cheese in a flash. Great for more than just cheese, this versatile tool can handle veggies and nuts, too!
10. An expandable rack for your kitchen sink pipe that doubles your storage space. Perfect for awkwardly shaped sinks, this space-saver is a true miracle worker.
11. A clear, nonslip cutting board that goes right on your countertop. Perfect for showcasing your beautiful counters while chopping up veggies and fruits.
12. A slim magnetic stove shelf for organizing everyday cooking items like spices and olive oil on top of your stove. Ideal for small spaces, this nifty shelf is just what you need for Mom's world-famous lasagna.
StoveShelf is a US-based small business that specializes in stove shelves for various sizes of stoves.
Check out a TikTok of StoveShelf in action
"Love this stove shelf! It's so handy to have these items at arm's reach instead of cluttering the counter. I'm glad I saw it on TikTok!" - Yesenia
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in three sizes and six finishes)
13. A microfiber spin mop that's super efficient at keeping your kitchen floors sparkling clean. Step on the pedal to make it spin, which spins off even more wetness. The design makes it perfect for tight corners.
Check it out on Amazon
"Bought this O-Cedar Mop and Bucket based on the great reviews. Not only did it clean my floors, but it made the entire process easy (and dare I say fun?). Used it on my entire first floor - tile and hardwood! Then, I couldn't resist giving the upstairs a try, too. The swirling action is so impressive. This mop cleaned up lots of dirt and grime, then easily went into the washing machine. Wish I'd bought one sooner!" -LauraP320
Get it from Amazon for $54.11
14. A smart cutting board and knife set to keep your cutting boards and knives neatly stored and sanitized. Press a button, and it'll dry and sanitize the entire set. Four color-coded cutting boards (produce, bread, fish, meat) and four knives are included.
## 15. An egg drawer that organizes your eggs perfectly. It's slightly angled, so each egg rolls forward as you grab one, making it easy to find what you need.
16. An absolutely gorgeous glass rice dispenser to make your bulk grains the star of your countertop or pantry. The lid is airtight, and it comes with a glass measuring cup.
17. A silverware sorter that takes up half the space of a traditional organizer, freeing up tons of drawer space. It fits a full 24-piece cutlery set.
18. A can of fire-extinguishing aerosol spray to keep near your cooking area in case of small cooking fires. It's small enough to fit on a kitchen shelf, but tough enough to provide 32 seconds of firefighting time.
19. A sleek, magnetized dry erase board for your fridge so you can stay organized and keep track of tasks, grocery lists, and more.
20. A rapid egg cooker to handle all your egg needs. Cook up to six eggs (poached, hard-boiled, or even omelets) with ease. Set the number of eggs and a timer, and it'll shut off when it's done.
21. An automatic, sensor-activated trash can made of fingerprint-proof stainless steel. It's called a trash can, not a trash cannot!
22. A kitchen sink drain cover to capture crumbs and food scraps, preventing unwanted smells from lingering.
23. A granite and stone cleaner to restore your stone countertops to their former glory and disinfect them. Kills up to 99.9% of germs and bacteria.
24. A garbage disposal cleaner to combat funky smells and remove gunk. It works in a matter of minutes, no elbow grease required.
25. A washable, reusable sponge in vibrant prints, saving you money on single-use paper ones. A single roll replaces up to six months of paper towels.
26. A roll of bamboo towels to replace single-use paper towels. These are strong and reusable, saving you cash and helping the environment.
27. A metal stand to store your mixing spoon and pot lid while you cook. No more pot lids taking up counter space or unstable spoon rests.
28. A lazy Susan for organized cabinets. No more digging around for jars and canisters—you'll find what you need in a snap.
29. A cleaning kit for tackling burnt food and grime on your glass stovetop. Includes a soft pad for everyday messes and a hardcore scraper for stubborn spots.
30. A handheld veggie spiralizer to make zoodles and other veggie noodles easily. Transform regular veggies into fun, delicious alternatives with just a few twists!
31. A universal descaling solution to keep your single-cup coffee and espresso machine in tip-top shape. Removes limescale and other hard water mineral deposits, preventing corrosion.
32. An anti-fatigue, ergonomic kitchen mat to provide comfort while you're on your feet in the kitchen. Waterproof, cushioned, and easy on the eyes.
33. A tub of the TikTok-famous Pink Stuff to tackle tough cleaning jobs. This all-purpose cleaning paste takes on stains, smudges, scuff marks, and more, leaving any hard surface gleaming. Over 122,000 5-star reviews on Amazon speak for themselves.
34. A paper towel roll holder that sticks to your walls or under the cabinet, saving you countertop space. No tools required, and no damage to your walls or cabinets.
Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok and immediately bought it! Matches my stainless steel kitchen, easy to install with included adhesive stickers, sturdy! Looks fabulous, great price." -Nana
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in five finishes)
35. An Instant Pot to make pressure cooking, slow cooking, rice cooking, sautéing, and even yogurt-making a breeze. The perfect all-in-one kitchen appliance.
36. A food storage set with airtight containers for meal prepping. This set includes eight 30-ounce glass containers with lids, keeping your nonperishable items fresh for longer.
37. A cabinet door organizer for storing cutting boards and paper boxes under repurposed cabinet space.
38. A jar of Humble Suds' all-natural scouring paste to take on tough cleaning jobs like baked-on grime in the oven and removing difficult stains on kitchen grout.
39. A 15-piece set of airtight food containers to prolong the freshness of your most-used pantry items.
40. Or an Oxo food storage container set if you want something with a bit more flair. These containers not only keep your items fresh but are easy to clean and look great in your pantry.
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"Love the Oxo pop-top canisters! They seal well and open easily with a press of the pop-top. I have arthritis in my hands, and these are fabulous and so easy to open, yet so secure when the lid is popped closed. Also has a useful knob on the bottom of the lid so you can stick an Oxo scoop inside the container to the lid rather than down in whatever you are storing in the container." -Lori A. Fregin
Get a ten-piece set from Amazon for $109
41. A set of fridge organization labels for keeping your fridge tidy and organized. Spare yourself the frustration of searching for items!
42. A set of magnetic glass spice jars to keep your spices organized and easy to reach.
43. An easy-to-use blender that doubles as a food processor, chopper, and more. Perfect for small spaces, this versatile appliance is a kitchen game-changer.
44. A practical cereal dispenser for your countertop or pantry, keeping your favorite cereals neat and organized while freeing up fridge space.
Check it out on Amazon
"No, I didn't need this BUT because I saw it on TikTok... I had to have it! Love that this cereal dispenser took my kitchen up a few points. Great as a gift! (Believe me because someone definitely stole mine out of the mailroom the first time around) lol!" -Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $28.42
45. A set of cup organizers for storing your drink containers under your cabinets, keeping them neat and accessible.
46. A cabinet hammock for storing fruits and veggies in style. This macrame hammock is not only functional but also adds a touch of appreciation to your kitchen.
Macra-YAY Macrame is a woman-owned small business based in Indianapolis, Indiana, creating macrame goods for the home.
Promising review: "I was so excited to clear off counter space by getting rid of my fruit bowl. The quality is great, thank you!" -Melinda Myrick
Get it from Macra-YAY Macrame on Etsy for $33
47. A garlic chopper to easily and quickly chop or mince garlic. Roll this handy tool on any smooth surface, and it'll effortlessly chop up the garlic for you.
48. An ice cube tray with a lid to create over 200 tiny cubes without the need for a bulky ice machine. Traditional ice cube trays make 12 cubes, and because there's no lid, they can get gross and absorb the smells of other foodstuff in the freezer. With this one, you can store the cubes in the bin when frozen, and use the little scoop to get ice whenever you need it.
49. A drip catcher to soak up water splashes and puddles around your kitchen faucet, keeping your area clean and free of bacteria.
50. A set of fruit and vegetable containers for organizing your produce in the fridge. Adjustable vents for fruits (open vent) and vegetables (closed vent), airtight lid, and a divider make these containers a fridge game-changer.
51. A drink dispenser for organizing your favorite drinks in the fridge, freeing up valuable shelf space. As you pull a can or bottle out, the dispenser pushes those behind it forward.
52. A peel-and-stick yogurt holder for mounting on your fridge walls or ceiling, keeping your yogurt easily accessible and stylish.
53. An under-cabinet lid opener to effortlessly open jars without straining your wrists. The opener mounts to the underside of your cabinet, so it's out of sight when not in use.
Amazon link
"This thing is amazing. Saw it on TikTok, haha! I struggle to open things, and this uses minimal effort. You wouldn't know it's under my cabinet." -Carrie Comer
Get it from Amazon for $18.55
Read BuzzFeed's full EZ Off jar opener review.
54. A wine rack that stacks bottles one on top of another, utilizing vertical space in your fridge and freeing up shelf space.
You're now staring at your transformed kitchen, excited to put these amazing gear to work to elevate your culinary game and keep your space clean and organized!
- A shiny, aerosol can of fire-extinguishing solution could be a helpful safety measure, keeping it near your cooking area for quick access in case of small cooking fires.
- For labels enthusiasts, a set of aesthetically pleasing, fridge organization labels might be a perfect addition to your kitchen, helping you keep your fridge tidy and easily accessible.
- A stunning glass rice dispenser, with a label-friendly airtight lid and a matching glass measuring cup, could be an eye-catching piece in your pantry or on your counter, enhancing both its functionality and appearance.
