Not every kitchen tool is an essential — some are simply nice to have. And, although you’ve gotten by fine for years without them, a select few of these gadgets can help you make tackling all of your kitchen duties quicker, easier, and way more efficient. These are the kinds of tools that you may have put off buying (or assumed would be too expensive), but once you get them in your kitchen, you’ll never want to part ways with them.
Our editors have their personal favorite kitchen upgrades that they recommend to everyone. From tools that save you time chopping and dicing to accessories that leave you with less to clean up when you’re done cooking, these are all smart and worthwhile additions to your kitchen. What’s more, they’re all budget-friendly! Grab some of these for your home or get them as a gift (Mother’s Day is just around the corner) and discover how quickly they become some of your favorite kitchen tools.