I bought an older model of this Cuisinart air fryer oven three years ago that I still swear by, which has since been discontinued (though you can still purchase it on Amazon). This newer model still has the seven functions I love using on the old one (air fry, toast, bake, convection bake, broil, convection broil and warm), but it's also been upgraded with a grill feature and includes a dual-sided grill and griddle plate.

I can't stress enough how useful this thing is for saving counter space on so many appliances — not to mention making mealtime arrive so much faster and without heating up the whole kitchen like a traditional oven would. Considering it's garnered over 1,000 5-star ratings on Amazon, Target and Sur La Table each, reviewers seem to agree.

Promising Amazon review: "This oven is very simple to operate, with a set of four knobs to select the cooking mode, oven temperature, baking timer, and toast darkness. It is kind of "retro" with no digital controls or screens to wade through, which we really like. We have had this for about a month now, and it has operated perfectly and meets all of our needs. It is also compact and fits well on our counter. At a fraction of the price of more elaborate air fryer/toaster ovens, this is a great buy in our opinion." — Daniel Miller

However you take your eggs — scrambled, poached, hard or soft boiled — this electric egg cooker can have up to seven eggs ready for you at once with the press of a button. It comes equipped with an omelette bowl, poaching tray and boiling tray, all of which are nonstick and dishwasher-safe. The auto-shut off feature also keeps your eggs from overcooking.

Target currently only has the black version, but seven colors are available at Amazon And if you want to cook more than seven eggs at once, Amazon also carries a deluxe version that can cook an entire dozen at once.

Promising Target review: "What a smart design! And it sings to let you know when the eggs are done cooking which delighted me. You can make so many different styles of eggs with this product and cleaning is a breeze." — Allison

We've covered this versatile indoor grill before, lauded by reviewers for its even cooking of meats and smart thermometer that takes the guesswork out of under- or overcooking. The 7-in-1 appliance has a 12-inch flat-top griddle, a grilling grate that can fit six steaks and an air crisper basket.

Promising Amazon review: "We have had a few different brands and models and this Ninja Foodie is our absolute favorite.
EVERYTHING we have made in it has been fabulous! It’s especially great to use in the Summer when we don’t want to heat the kitchen up with the oven.
Thinks cook even and perfect!
Veggies, meats, frozen foods. All excellent!" — Mom of 2

Though this is definitely a splurge item, the thousands of positive reviews on Amazon, Sur La Table and Best Buy alike are a sign that this appliance is worth the money. It has 13 cooking functions including toast, bagel, broil, bake, roast, warm, pizza, proof, air fry, reheat, cookies, slow cook and dehydrate. The device also has a smart LCD display and a capacity of 1 cubic foot (in other words, you can fit an entire 12-muffin tray or 14-pound turkey inside). It even uses smart algorithms and digital temperature control to make sure your food cooks evenly.

Promising Amazon review: "We have a big, double-oven arrangement in a fairly large kitchen. But since we bought the Breville last year, we almost never use the big oven anymore. It's just too, well, big... It consumes too much electricity, it's too hot in the summer, and it doesn't have near the versatility of the Breville. The only downside to owing the Breville is that you'll have to check your big household oven every year or two to make sure it still works, since you won't be using it much anymore." — AMZShopper

This 6-quart Instant Pot is the "set it and forget it" appliance you didn't know you needed. Able to do everything from pressure cooking to steaming and even yogurt making, it has a smart display that's easy to read and able to execute all nine functions with the press of a button. Plus, there are 10 safety features, including one that prevents overheating. The lid, inner pot and accessories are also all dishwasher-safe, making cleanup a breeze.

Promising Amazon review: "My favorite kitchen appliance, after the air fryer. We use this almost every day and CONSTANTLY on the weekends for food prep. I even make my own yogurt which I thought sounded ridiculous until I started making it and discovered how good it is, making for a cheap, healthy snack for the whole family.
We use it for chili, soup, boiled eggs, meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and much more. Its really great in the summer when you don’t want to heat the oven." — Jamie

Who doesn't love a good breakfast sandwich? This sandwich maker, which is available in five colors, lets you customize your ingredient choices for bread, cheese, meats and more, and can cook a sandwich up in just five minutes. It even has an egg cooker ring. Once you're done using it, all removable parts are nonstick and dishwasher-safe, and the appliance is less than a foot tall so you can easily store it away.

Promising Amazon review: "I have wanted this for so long and boy am I glad I bought it! Easy set up right out of the box. It took about 5-8 minutes to heat up properly and then I was a sammich making fool! 5 minutes per sandwich, super easy and very easy clean up. The machine is non stick, so everything wiped off easy peasy. Step and fast food!" — Rachael E.

This rice cooker is chef-approved, and for good reason: It uses fuzzy logic technology to cook your rice perfectly, has multiple settings for white rice, brown rice, steaming and even cake (no more turning on the oven to bake), two delay time features, reheating and keep warm functions — plus a retractable power cord for easy storage. The appliance is available in two colors, black or white, and two sizes, 5.5 cups or 10 cups.

Promising Amazon review: "This is the first high end rice cooker we’ve ever bought, and it’s far surpassed all our expectations. I cannot rave about this product enough. Perfect fluffy and EVENLY cooked rice every time. Very easy to use. It’s also versatile; it makes cake and other recipes, and doubles as a steamer. My only regret is not having bought this sooner." — Amazon Customer

What's better than one air fryer? One air fryer that cooks two things at once, of course. This Ninja Foodi two-basket air fryer has two 3-quart cooking baskets and dualzone technology so you can easily prepare your main and sides at the same time. It has a wide temperature range of 105 to 400 degrees, nonstick cooking baskets and dishwasher-safe crisper plates. The dual-basket design can air fry, bake, roast, reheat and dehydrate.

Promising Amazon review: "I never thought I would get an air fryer, but I had several people rave about this model, so I rolled the dice. This is amazing! Very versatile and does not take up too much room. Super easy to use and clean when done. I like that it has the two basket areas, that you can utilize to multi-task and get multiple things made. This will definitely be getting a lot of use in my household!" — Bobby D

This electric skillet can hold up to six quarts and heat up to 400 degrees. Reviewers say it heats up fast, cutting down on preheating time, and it requires less oil than a traditional nonstick skillet. It also has a durable ceramic copper coating, and the glass lid is dishwasher-safe. Reviewers have been impressed with its ability to perfectly cook chicken, vegetables, fish and more.

Promising review: "I can’t live without my electric frying pan. I can make absolutely any meal in it. It’s so easy. Why mess with a grill or heat up your oven!! And this is extra deep so you can double up on your ingredients and plenty of food to go around!! Don’t look any further because you won’t find a better one than this electric frying pan." — nancy fletcher

There's no denying the gorgeous, sleek look of this viral, HuffPost editor-approved toaster oven, which comes in five colors, but the aesthetic value isn't the only thing it has going for it. The device utilizes steam technology to heat food quicker but keep moisture from escaping (because who wants dry toast?). You can also use it for much more than toast, with modes for artisan bread, pizza, pastries and more.

Promising Amazon review: "If you really enjoy toast and eat it frequently then this toaster oven is for you. Or if you just want great toast AND a great toaster oven for pizzas, grilled cheese sandwiches, etc. then this is for you as well. Unlike most toaster/toaster ovens it is very precise and consistent. It’s what you would expect from a Japanese product. Whatever you make comes out the same every time so you can make adjustments on the timer for your personal preferences. And the water feature makes even refrigerated bread taste fresh. So is it worth $299? For a toaster and toaster oven that works perfectly? Yes!" — DT

This air fryer from Beautiful by Drew Barrymore is sleek and simple — the touch-activated display cuts down on confusing knobs and dials. The temperature is adjustable between 90 and 400 degrees, and the 60-minute automatic shut-off function will help keep you and your food safe. It comes in nine pretty colors, and has a 6-quart and 3-quart version.

Promising review: "When my college-aged son told me he wanted an air fryer, I hesitated. Ours at home always burned food on the outside and left it cold in the middle. However, I picked him up this Beautiful Air Fryer and I am so glad that I did. It cooked our chicken perfectly and was simple to clean. This is how an air fryer is supposed to work!! I love it so much that I just ordered another one for home!" — laurie

A friend bought this for me as a gift, because I'd wanted a slow cooker but knew I would never use a large 6-quart one because I had neither the space nor the mouths to feed. At its affordable price, though, I'd totally buy this with my own money. I've become obsessed with my trusty little pink slow cooker, which cuts down on a lot of the bells and whistles for just one, easy-to-understand knob with three temperature settings. I'm no expert cook, so the simplicity is a relief, but even those cooking up a storm for friends and family will find the appetizer-friendly size of this thing useful. It's available in four colors and comes with a pack of five liners so you can get cooking ASAP.

Promising review: "I really like this little guy! I live alone and wanted something small to throw dinner for one in so that it’s ready when I get home from work. This works perfectly and is cute too! Super easy and no big mess to clean up. I make up a lot of my own recipes so I can scale them down and give me options." — Debbie S.

Homemade pizza is a dinnertime classic, but this nonstick Betty Crocker countertop pizza maker saves you from the oven cleaning hassle that usually follows. This 1440-watt electric griddle isn't limited to pizza, however: Consider it your new go-to for quesadillas, nachos, pancakes, grilled cheese, paninis and so much more. It's available in red, silver or white.

Promising Amazon review: "I bought this for homemade pizzas...BUT surprise....I have ended up using it for literally everything else. It's too handy, heats up quickly and well hot enough to take care of business and it doesn't heat the whole house up in the heat of summer like the oven would. I have ended up using it far more for hot sandwiches and homemade quesadillas, light tarts/quiche and all those "don't feel like really cooking" quick meals and snacks. Also, a friend found out her's is a great hors d'ouerve warmer (she's a caterer) on the fly when one of her warmer's bit the dust. It's surprisingly versatile and the perfect size to be able to serve a meal for two easily. Also simple enough a youth (with reasonable responsibility) could fix them something quick & hot after school I do wish it had an auto shut-off feature for this reason. It does well for what it is intended but so much more. Very happy with it." — A.D. Jernigan

Perfect for steaming veggies, as well as fish, meat and dumplings, this two-tier steamer has two stackable containers for easy multitasking and cutting down on cooking time. It has an indicator light, 60-minute timer and an auto-shut off feature when it's done. The two tiers can hold up to a total of 5 quarts.

Promising Amazon review: "This thing has made my life so much easier, let me tell you. Shamefully easier, even.

It's compact, SUPER EASY to clean, incredibly straightforward- ..I mean, it's a steamer, not brain surgery. BUT! For someone who works full time with about two seconds of free time, this thing is a godsend! I've missed steamed foods terribly, as it's about half of what I ate growing up. I've had a hard time finding a good steam pot duo I've wanted to really sink money into, and like I said, with a full time job I don't have a lot of time to cook as much as I'd like to. I didn't want to spend money on a big pot that I won't have much time to use, or even adequately utilize, as it's just my girlfriend and I right now. I tried those collapsing basket steamers as a happy compromise, but you know what? Ain't nothing happy about those my guy. Those baskets are hot trash.

Enter: this thing. I come home, pop it out of the cabinet and it takes literal seconds to set up. I love this steamer. Cleanup is fast, the stacking chamber is dishwasher safe. The price is great. This thing is perfect honestly for anyone, but especially if you're a single person or couple living in an apartment, or just don't want another appliance taking up half your counter. If you're like me and have been looking for a convenient steamer, you really can't find anything lazier than this. If you've never cooked with a steamer before, the price and ease of use also makes it a good entry point!" — Nolan