The deeper you delve into the world of kitchen tools and appliances, the more likely you are to find some very special (and sometimes really weird) equipment. As a professional shopping writer, I love endlessly scrolling through the digital aisles of kitchen gadgets, searching for interesting and unique gadgets. For example, a few weeks ago, my s’mores shopping spree led to some amazing roasting sticks that I never thought I’d own. Also, a recent stroll through the kitchen department at Walmart turned up a ton of weird and wonderful gadgets.
In fact, Walmart really excels when it comes to smart, time-saving gadgets that improve your kitchen usability. Need some ice for lounging in the backyard? This portable ice maker might be just what you need. Interested in making your own rotisserie chicken or sealing mason jars more efficiently? We’ve got just the thing for you. Here are the smartest, time-saving gadgets and cooking tools we found at Walmart.
7 of the best time-saving gadgets you can buy at Walmart
Kissair Portable Ice Maker, $69, RRP $130 Vavsea Hand Blender & Chopper, $30, RRP $100 OXO Softworks Silicone Cookie Spatula, $10 Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker, $169, RRP $199 Coca-Cola Classic 4 Liter Mini Fridge, $28, RRP $50 Ronco Rotisserie Oven, $140 Ninja Foodi 4-in-1 DualZone Air Fryer, $149
Kissair Portable Ice Maker
Walmart
Countertop ice makers are nothing new, but why not try something portable and self-cleaning? This flash freezer creates bullet-shaped ice in just minutes, and it comes with a carrying handle so you can skip the middleman and take the entire basket to your living room, backyard, or the park.
Vavsea Hand Blender & Chopper
Walmart
This hand blender has all the typical features (blender, whisk, and whisk) but also features an ingenious chopping mechanism with an attachable chopping bowl. Boasting 1,000 watts of power and 12 speeds, this appliance definitely goes above and beyond your average stick blender.
OXO Softworks Silicone Cookie Spatula
Walmart
Introducing the best spatula for cookies. This heat-resistant silicone tool from OXO has a thin cutting edge and a flexible steel core to lift and support even the most decorated cookies. It’s truly the next generation spatula.
Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker
Walmart
Ninja Creami is one of the most loved ice cream makers on the market. It can make ice cream, milkshakes, sorbets, and even “light ice cream” – even dairy-free ice cream. With Creami, you can customize your own flavors and textures. Basically, all you have to do is make the base, freeze it, and use the machine’s touch screen to find the right shape for your dessert. Plus, it’s super easy to clean.
Coca-Cola Classic 4L Mini Fridge
Walmart
Cans can take up a lot of space in your fridge, especially if you store a variety of beers, sodas, sparkling waters, and non-alcoholic drinks. The Coca-Cola branded mini fridge might seem tacky at first, but once you know you can have a cold soda anytime without taking up valuable fridge space, it becomes a more interesting option. It has a clean, vintage look and is portable.
Ronco Rotisserie Oven
Walmart
Rotisserie chicken is a classic choice on the market for people looking for a quick and hearty meal. While it may seem like rotissers are only used in restaurants and grocery stores, in reality, it can be easily mastered at home with a rotisserie oven equipped with a skewer and heating coils. This oven can cook chicken, turkey, sausages, kebabs, fish, and more, and has three cooking settings to ensure that your protein is cooked to perfection.
Ninja Foodi 4-in-1 Dual Zone Air Fryer
Walmart
Air fryers are great for making quick, healthy meals. With multiple compartments for frying, roasting, cooking, and drying, the air fryer is truly a powerhouse. With a 7-quart “Mega Zone” basket and two smaller 3.5-quart spaces, you can easily prepare multiple dishes and serve up a large feast. And it’s all dishwasher safe, making it the ideal appliance for those weeknight quick meals.