Best Kitchen Appliances Under $100 | Gear Heads

We've tested thousands of appliances over the years, and some of them can get pretty pricey. Lisa and Hannah are going to talk you through some of their favorite inexpensive appliances so you can make great food at home without breaking the bank.

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[aronc]

The best thing ATK ever recommend I buy is the Breville Bit More toaster. That thing is epic and I never thought I'd feel so ok with spending so much for a toaster. lol

[SSDD_NYC]

I genuinely love that this is the foodware, kitchen appliance, and general cooking version of something like tech's "Best Tech Under 100" videos. I love seeing people love the things they use.

[rosagroen]

only just discovered this channel. I really Lisa and Hannah, they really know their stuff and are great in front of the camera.

[janemartin]

I've had my GE toaster oven for 43.5 years and it is still one of my favorite appliances. I can toast any size slice of bread; I open buns or bagels and toast them on the tray so that only the insides toast, I can reheat frozen waffles; I can make mini pizzas, etc. It even came with a broiler pan with adjustable heights. It is multifunctional and earns its spot on my counter.

[dawnbowie]

The equipment review portions of the shows are so essential to me. I want the best bang for my bucks, so keep these gems coming! My kitchen and wallet thank you. 😊❤

[walterbarr]

I'm about to introduce my child to my kitchen and so I have watched so many youtube videos; learning what safer options there are and fun devices. Most of them are boring or padded with irrelevant fill to make them longer. Yours are brilliant! Hands down the most useful information in the shortest amount of time; with very engaging presenters. Thanks so much. Love your work.

[brianbeedavis]

Great vid! And the humor weaved in was a nice garnish. :-)

[debrankine]

Hi Lisa, in the cooking school where I taught for years, I showed my students how to clean a particularly sticky food processor blade (think hummus, pizza dough and, right on!... aioli) by returning the blade and pulsing a few times before scraping every last bit of goodness from the processor bowl. Clean up so much easier, too.

[CoolCakesandCraftswithAmalia]

I have had my Cuisinart mini food prep, 4 cup processor since the late 80's! I adore it for it's tini-ness! You need to do an episode on mini appliances!

[Dr-Alexandria]

I have all of these but the waffle maker. I find ATKs recommendations for appliances incredibly reliable! My favorite gear!

[waterjade]

My favorite appliance is the Braun multiquick immersion blender. I use to make smoothies, sauces, dressings, mayo. Because the bottom is metal, you can stick it in a pot to make pureed soups. It also has extra attachments to whisk and chop like a mini food processor.

[trevorreniger]

I love how angry Hannah gets about toast. I feel that in my soul.

[pattil]

I ate my first Belgian waffle (actually several of them over the few days we were there) at the World’s Fair in Seattle (1962). Love your videos - extremely helpful! 🥰

[craig]

More more more videos from these two - the best food videos on the internet. They need their own channel.

[catalinalucianabajanaru]

I have a Braun immersion blender since 2005 and it's still working and just as powerful. The thing is that the plastic accessories are starting to break, but the motor is still going strong. Wish I could buy just the accessories, but probably I'll have to buy a new one. I just love it. I've made tons of cream soups with it, chopped tones of veggies in its chopping accessory and mixed quite a lot of cake batter with the whisk. I'm giving it a grand funeral when it dies on me.

[howardlevinger]

Love that toaster! What a find. Thank you for choosing great appliances that are bargains. We are well-served by this. 👍😃❤️

[vinniediaz]

I got the Dash toaster today. It is so great. The browning was perfect but you better be ready to catch it! The number 5 was perfect and I could see it brown tp perfection. The toaster is very attractive. I am so happy to catch your video on the toasters because I needed a new one so badly! The toast was so crunchy but still moist in center. Thank you so much.

[kathleensmith]

So appreciate your extensive testing and practical recommendations. I really rely on your opinions. Thanks so much!

[GibranJabbour]

I appreciate you all so much for your diligence and full disclosure reviews with consideration of so many different factors. I always enjoy watching and it really does shape my purchasing decisions. Thank you!

[hobotify]

Forgot my favourite breakfast appliance, the panini grill. It makes better toast than a toaster: the outside of the bread is crispy while the inside stays moist (though it takes a bit longer). It´s also versatile: it can make grilled cheese, function as an electric grill for burgers or sausages, and of course make paninis. It cost me $30, and it has a permanent place on my counter.