Kitchen & Dining

Dishwasher-safe cutting boards that come out of the machine flat, hold the counter and take a knife, ranked by what survives real use.

We tested plastic cutting boards for grip, warp resistance and how they age under a knife. Our top pick is a three-board set that stays put.

We tested family-sized air fryers from 5 to 14 quarts to find the best fit for four, from a do-it-all 6-quart basket to dual-zone and oven-style picks.

We tested air fryers for low-carb cooking and picked the ones that sear at 450°F, dehydrate at 90°F, and rinse clean after a tray of wings.

We tested compact air fryers from 1 to 3.5 quarts to find the ones that hold a single portion well, fit a small counter, and run quiet.

We tested air fryer toaster ovens that crisp, toast, and bake without eating the whole counter — here’s the one we recommend for most kitchens.

We tested full-size and personal blenders on frozen strawberries and ice. Here’s which ones leave no chunks, and which need a gentler load.

We tested personal blenders for protein shakes and picked the Ninja Fit as the best default, with the Nutri-Plus for thicker shakes and a budget grinder option.

We compared stick blenders for pot-in-place soup: the most power, the best cookware protection, and a budget pick that keeps up with both.

We tested stand mixers for stiff bread dough, comparing kneading power, bowl size, stability, and durability to find the right one for home bakers.

We tested hand mixers for thick cookie dough and found the best defaults with dough hooks, slow-start control, and enough power to keep the beaters moving.

We tested full-size food processors to find the best for kneading bread, pizza, and pastry dough, from a one-touch Ninja to a 14-cup Cuisinart.