These cool kitchen gadgets are a must-try in 2024.
Preparing meals doesn’t have to be painful or tedious! People are always looking to reinvent the wheel, which means there are so many clever inventions out there (and we always love a good kitchen hack). That’s why I love these cool kitchen gadgets for cooks. All of these awesome kitchen accessories are available on Amazon, which truly make life easier, hassle-free, and even more fun!
Check out Lina’s top 6 favorite cool kitchen gadgets on YouTube!
1. Dicing vegetables is a breeze with the Mueller Pro Series 8-in-1 Vegetable Slicer.
This vegetable cutter deserves a spot in every kitchen and has made our list of the best kitchen gadgets for 2024. Trust us; it will save you so much time! Cutting, dicing, and chopping has never been faster, easier, or more uniform. The product comes with 2 different blades, so you can cut your produce in different sizes. Measurements are included on the basin so you know how much you’ve chopped. I received this as a bridal shower gift, and it is a game-changer!
A similar option is The Original Vidalia Chop Wizard which is currently going for the $21.95.
2. This glass oil sprayer dispenses the perfect amount!
This handy oil sprayer is a must-have if you love using cooking oils! It’s super easy to fill with your favorite oils, like avocado or olive oil. Sprinkle it on roasted vegetables, French fries, pasta dishes, and more! The glass container is high-quality, and it sprays just the perfect amount!
3. Drain a can with ease thanks to Prepworks can colander. It’s one of our picks for the best kitchen gadgets of 2024!
This awesome kitchen accessory is about to change your life! This can colander is so simple yet so genius! Simply pop it onto a can of beans, diced tomatoes, or fruit to strain them easily.
Who knew such a small item could make such a big difference?! It saves time, and there is less of a mess!
4. Get precise measurements thanks to the KitchenArt Adjust-A-Cup.
Why have a ton of measuring cups floating around your kitchen drawers when you can have one that’ll do it all?! This handy measuring cup is easily adjustable by sliding the bottom to your desired amount. It even measures both solids and liquids! If you like this concept, check out KitchenArt’s other product, the Adust-A-Teaspoon!
“When I originally bought this measuring cup, I never realized how much I would use it – I absolutely love it!” – Amber, Hip2Save team
5. Prep and de-crust sandwiches in advance with this nifty sandwich cutter, one of our favorite cool kitchen gadgets.
Your kiddos will love this fun kitchen gadget! It de-crusts and seals your sandwiches. The result is very similar to the Smuckers Uncrustables which can cost close to $10 a package!
With this gadget, you can make several sandwiches at once. You can pop them in the freezer or eat them on the spot. This sandwich maker is so easy that kids can use it, too!
6. Don’t dunk your fingers in the pickle juice! Use this innovative jar from Amazon instead.
This clever jar includes a built-in strainer and two compartments designed to separate the juice from the food. Simply flip the jar over to drain the juice into the lower compartment. You’ll be able to grab a pickle without contaminating the liquid or splashing it on yourself.
When you’re done grabbing what you need, just flip the jar back over. The juice will flow back into the main container, allowing the pickles to soak in brine and stay flavorful!
The jar is made of BPA-free plastic, food-grade silicone, and Borosilicate glass. The parts can be disassembled for easy cleaning. In addition to pickles, it can also be used with olives or fruit like maraschino cherries! Yum!
7. Meal prep just got easier with these hands-free baggy racks.
We can all use an extra hand in the kitchen, and if you do a lot of bulk cooking, these fully adjustable, hands-free storage bag holders are fantastic! They hold a variety of bag heights and sizes open while you pour your food into the bags. The non-slip rubber base prevents spills. Cleaning up and storing food has never been so easy!
8. Rid your garbage disposal of waste and odors with the Mr. Scrappy cleaning brush.
Do you have odors coming from your garbage disposal? It might be time for a deep clean, and the Mr. Scrappy Universal Garbage Disposal Cleaner is up for the job! It’s an 11-inch brush with seriously powerful bristles. You’ll be amazed at the food and residue you’ll scrub away from your disposal. Just be careful to go slow as you remove the brush—trust us, you won’t want any gunk to splash on you!
“Where has this been my whole life? I hate a stinky disposal and this brush really does the trick keeping it clean. I was tired of the muck and this quality brush solved my problem!”
9. This strawberry huller is one of the best kitchen gadgets.
If you end up cutting half the strawberry off when ditching the green stem, this highly-rated strawberry huller is a simple, safe, and effective alternative to hulling or coring strawberries (or tomatoes) with a knife. Now, you’ll have perfectly cored strawberries for slicing or filling with yummy chocolate or cream cheese frosting. 🤤
10. Cut a pineapple in seconds with this stainless steel pineapple corer.
While we’re on the topic of cool kitchen gadgets and fruit, if you love eating pineapple but just don’t like the work that goes into getting it ready to eat, be sure to grab this stainless steel pineapple corer. This innovative tool quickly and easily peels, cores, and slices pineapples for delicious serving-size pieces every time. It’s truly a time saver!
11. Store your bacon grease in this adorable pig-shaped bacon bin.
We’re huge fans of this bacon grease storage container – could it be any cuter?! Now every time you cook up some bacon you can store up to 1 pound of grease and use it for future cooking purposes. Talk about getting the most out of your food! 🥓
The best part is that there’s a built-in strainer, so the results will be clean, pure, bacon grease – just store it in the refrigerator and keep the bacon coming! If cooking with bacon grease isn’t your thing, simply remove the cooled grease from the bin for easy and mess-free disposal.
Hip Tip: Have some grease, soap scum, or mildew to clean up? Use the Scrub Daddy PowerPaste and prepare to be amazed! This chemical-free cleaning agent comes with a scrub brush. Users swear it works like magic!
12. Keep your microwave walls clean with a microwave Hover Cover
If you hate opening your microwave to find spaghetti sauce splattered all over like a bomb went off 😳, this BPA-free microwave cover is a lifesaver. Use it to cover a bowl in the microwave so the food stays where it’s supposed to stay! This innovative kitchen gadget is easy to store, too! It comes with a magnetic lid, so you can just attach it to the top of your microwave when you aren’t using it! 🤯
Hip Tip: Need a cheaper solution? Try a collapsible microwave cover. It’s of the best kitchen gadgets to have. It takes up little space and is super affordable!
13. Get every last scoop of peanut butter with this cool peanut butter knife.
This ultimate peanut butter knife helps you to scoop up the last of your peanut butter from even the deepest jars. With its round stainless steel ergonomic design, you’ll never be dealing with buttery knuckles again! The knife measures just about 12″ in total and has a 7″ blade that can even reach the bottom of an 80 oz jar!
“Lived up to all the 5 star reviews! I have never been able to scrap so much peanut butter out of jar! It really blew my mind how much I had been wasting before I got this. I had it in my cart for so long and am kicking myself for not getting it sooner. Sturdy handle and very easy to clean.”
14. Keep your bread fresh and fluffy with a Bread Buddy.
Raise your hand if you’re tired of bread going bad before you can use it. 🙋 The Bread Buddy was created to keep your bread fresher for longer. Unlike a bread bag, this plastic container can be stored vertically and can’t be smushed. It also uses a lid to keep in freshness versus a twist tie or knot.
To use it, place your bread with its bag inside the Bread Buddy. Open the bread bag and wrap the excess plastic around the outside of the container. When you want to dispense your bread, simply roll your bread bag down the sides and it will dispense you a slice. Check out how Lina uses hers.
15. This Ahyuan roll-up drying rack has been a team favorite for years!
We love cool kitchen gadgets like this drying rack. It is the perfect addition to any kitchen! Since it fits directly over the kitchen sink, water will drain only where it’s wanted, with no more mess on the countertop. The silicone-lined rods keep dishes from slipping, plus it’s even dishwasher safe, making clean-up totally hassle-free.
When you’re done with it, simply roll it up for easy storage, or you can even use it as a trivet for hot pots and pans! Lina and quite a few others on our team swear by this handy kitchen gadget!
“This roll-up kitchen rack is so smart and clever. If you’re like me, you’ll never go back to your old dish drainer again! In fact, I was so excited about this find I recently bought some as Christmas gifts for friends and family this year. It’s funny how something this simple item can be such a game-changer for the kitchen sink area—I love it!” – Lina, Hip2Save Team
16. Any list of cool kitchen gadgets must have this handy avocado slicer.
Cutting avocados just got a whole lot easier. With this unique tool, you can cut, pit, and slice your avocados with ease. It’s a hassle-free way to enjoy all the avocado toast and guacamole that your heart desires!
17. Chopping ground meats is a breeze with this hamburger chopper.
If you frequently chop food over your stove, such as ground meat, you’re going to love this time-saving tool that quickly and effectively chops meat into tiny bits for all your dishes. It’s so versatile! You can use it to mash potatoes or even break down fruits for all your favorite jam recipes. YUM! 😋 Hip2Save’s Angie says it makes it super easy to get your hamburger into smaller pieces and break up meat that isn’t fully thawed.
Hip Tip: Thaw your meat “7x faster” with the Thaw Claw!
18. This under-the-cabinet jar opener is one of the best kitchen gadgets and has over 15,000 5-star reviews.
Save yourself from struggling or walking around the house looking for anyone to help you open a stubborn jar. This jar lid removal is a lifesaver for anyone, especially those with weaker hands, carpal tunnel, or arthritis. Attach it under the cabinet for easy access!
19. Get perfectly chopped salad with Trudeau Toss and Chop salad tongs.
Do you love a fresh, crisp salad but hate the work of chopping it all up? This genius invention will chop and dice a perfect salad right in any bowl. It doesn’t get any more mess-free, easier, or healthier than that!
Best of all, it never needs sharpening! Simple and clever tools like this make food prep so quick!
20. Silicone oven mitts keep hands protected from oven rack burns.
Keep yourself safe with extra-long silicone oven mitts! These ones resist heat up to 484 degrees, so you never have to worry about burning your hands in high temperatures. They’re also waterproof, easy to clean, and won’t get dingy like a lot of cotton or terry cloth mitts usually do!
21. Store pizza efficiently with The Perfect Pizza Pack.
Are you tired of bulky pizza boxes taking up room in the fridge? We hear you! The next time you have leftover slices, store them in The Perfect Pizza Pack. It’s an expandable silicone container made just for pizza. Not only will your leftovers take up less space in the refrigerator, but the container has a vacuum-sealed lid to keep your pizza slices fresh. It also has trays to separate each slice so they don’t stick together.
This container and trays accommodate pizza up to 18 in. but are best for thinner slices. Everything is BPA-free, microwave-safe, and dishwasher-safe. When you’re ready to eat some leftovers, just pop the container in the microwave! It’s easy-peasy!
22. Serve your favorite sauces in these snazzy dip clips.
Keep your dipping sauce separate from your food with these genius dip clips that attach to your plates. You’ll get 8 of them in a set. Fill them up with BBQ sauce, ketchup, teriyaki sauce, ranch, or your other favorite dip. You can also use them for small garnishes like grapes, cheese, or nuts. If you have a sauce lover or a picky eater at home, these make a cute stocking stuffer or gift. They do tend to work best with thin, flat plates, so keep that in mind when purchasing.
23. Use this utensil rest to keep your countertop clean while cooking.
Sometimes, you have to put down your utensil while in the middle of cooking, and nobody wants to set a dirty spoon down on a clean counter. Instead of fumbling for a plate or paper towel to set your utensil on, use this practical silicone holder instead. This BPA-free and heat-resistant rack will help you keep your countertops splatter-free. More than 29,000 people rated this kitchen gadget 5 stars, and it even comes with a lifetime warranty!
24. Take your home-cooked meal on the go with an electric lunchbox from Crock Pot.
This portable food warmer is one of the cool gadgets for cooks that you’re going to want to have in your cabinet. Use this Crock Pot Electric Lunch Box to warm up your food while at your work or in your home office. It easily heats up your oatmeal, soups, dips, leftovers, and more!
“Best buy yet! I love this lunch warming pot. I am a teacher and it is so nice to plug it in when I arrive in the morning then grab it on the way to lunch room. Wonderful to have a good hot meal – love home made soup in the winter in this pot.”
25. Clear the clutter with these cord wrappers.
Too many cords can be an eye sore! Tuck them away by using these appliance cord wrappers. Stick them on your blenders, toasters, and other small appliances!
Now that you have some cool gadgets to store check out our favorite pantry organization ideas!
