Don’t Waste Money On These Pointless Kitchen Appliances
As technology advances, people invent more kitchen appliances to solve certain dilemmas. But do you really need all of these appliances? Kitchen tools aren't cheap, and we only have so much cabinet and counter space to spare. Most of the time, you can accomplish the same goal without these gadgets.
Some needless appliances--such as taco holders and pickle pickers--are not worth your money.
Egg Separator, $5-$13
Sometimes having a tool to separate the egg yolks from the whites makes like easier. However, the egg separator is not a tool that needs to be added to anyone's kitchen.
Not only will it take up space, even with its small size, but there is a natural way to separate eggs, just use the shells!
Banana Slicer, $6
While it is a fun kitchen tool for kids to use, there are other things in the store that are worth the $6 a person would spend on a banana slicer.
The truth is, when there are already knives in the kitchen, there is no need to purchase a special banana-shaped slicer to do the job.
Tuna Press, $7
For those who eat canned tuna on a daily basis, a tuna press that helps strain the liquid might be worth the whopping $7 it costs to own. On the other hand, but more canned tuna with that $7 and bypass the useless appliance altogether.
It is just as easy to strain the tuna via the tin lid that comes already attached to the can.
Microwave S'mores Maker, $14
While s'mores are a delicious treat, there are easier ways to make them that don't involve a space-hogging Microwave S'mores Maker that costs $14 or more.
If the kids are in the mood for s'mores, it is just as easy to cook them over a fire grill or gas stove top! Even a normal microwave will do the trick.
Taco Holder, $16
It is no secret that eating tacos and placing them on plates can be a messy ordeal. So, a taco holder might sound like a sound purchase. The thing is, the mess is all part of the experience.
Also, the funky-looking appliance will do people no good when it comes to storage, as it is a zig-zag plate that really doesn't fit anywhere easily.
Baby Food Maker, $30-$120
A baby food maker might sound like a great idea, as it allows parents to know exactly what their child is eating. The thing is, they can get very expensive and take up a lot of room in the kitchen.
Instead of buying a baby-specific food processor, a typical blender or food processor will not only do the same job but will save people between $30 and $120.
Countertop Pizza Oven, $38-$275
Although countertop pizza ovens market themselves as being energy-efficient and small enough to evenly cook pizza, it isn't that simple. First, the appliance really isn't that tiny, making it difficult to store.
Secondly, a countertop pizza oven is expensive and only good for one thing: cooking pizza. Thankfully, most kitchens come with an oven which is able to cook everything, including pizza!
Fondue Set, $30-$100
Fondue sets went out of style for a reason: they are a single-use appliance that takes up a whole lot of cabinet space and they can get pretty pricy.
For those who love melted cheese and chocolate, though, there's nothing a good cast iron skillet or even a pot can't do!
Soda Maker, $30-$220
Carbonated beverages are pretty affordable when bought in bulk at the store. On the other hand, a good countertop soda maker can cost over $200. Not only that, but they also take up just as much counter space as a blender!
For those who drink a lot of soda water, a handheld device is a better option.
Hands-Free Bag Holder, $11-$30
The hands-free bag holder is a good concept in theory but it is most likely something that will wind up in the back of someone's junk drawer.
Costing up to $30, it is a device that holds open plastic bags while a person fills them with chips, cereal, or other foods.
Cupcake Maker, $18-$60
It might be fun to have an appliance that's sole use is to make cupcakes and muffins but think again. This large appliance will not only take up a lot of unnecessary space in the kitchen, but it also can cost a pretty penny for a good one.
Save the $60 and buy some cupcake pans to put in the oven instead (they also make more than six at a time!).
Pickle Picker, $4-$15
A pickle picker is used to grab pickles out of a jar via a claw-like mechanism without getting one's hands in all of the juice. In theory, it is a sound idea. That being said, the long straw-like contraption is very awkward and a fork would do the same exact thing.
Save the $4 to $15 dollars and stick with a fork.
Breakfast Station, $40-$222
While a breakfast station might sound very fun and cool it will get old pretty quickly. The station is massive, with a place to heat up coffee, a griddle, and even a toaster oven.
Pricing in at a whopping $222, the cost for a good station, not to mention the space needed to store it, is not worth the hassle.
Burger Press, $10-$40
A burger press might be a nice gadget for those who really enjoy a perfectly-shaped burger patty. That being said, they really are not necessary, since people have been pressing patties with their hands for quite some time.
For a good burger press, people are looking to spend around $40.
Microwavable Bacon Cooker, $7-$40
When there are ovens, microwaves, and stovetops to work with, there is no need to go out and purchase a microwavable bacon cooker for up to $40.
Not only will this device not cook crispy bacon but it will also take up a lot of storage space. Cleaning the container is also not the easiest thing in the world, considering all of the grooves.
Garlic Press, $7-$43
While many people have a garlic press lying around their kitchen, it isn't really a necessary tool to purchase. Hard to clean, a garlic press does nothing more than literally press garlic cloves.
There is no other way to prepare garlic with a press. A better use of $7 to $43 would be purchasing a good knife to chop, slice, and crush the cloves.
Yogurt Maker, $20-$60
A yogurt maker is another appliance people should steer away from. Large and unnecessary, a yogurt maker takes up a lot of counter space and only churns out a small bit of yogurt every day or two.
It would be more beneficial for people to make their own yogurt in a blender and then freeze it for later.
Musical Cake Server, $14
At Birthday parties, it is usually enough to have people sing "Happy Birthday" and call it a day. That's probably the main reason why the magical cake server, complete with a song while cutting the cake, is an unnecessary purchase.
Also, the battery-operated tool can't go in the dishwasher, so that's another downside.
