As much as I love a good kitchen appliance, I don’t love them taking over my entire countertop. When I moved into a new apartment, I quickly realized that I needed to downsize some of my cooking gear. Between my large air fryer, my coffee machine, my collection of pots and pans and my matcha station essentials, I had little to no space left. And let’s just say my kitchen looked more cluttered than a junk drawer.
If you’re having the same issue and want to save space, consider stocking up on mini versions of your must-have appliances. They’ll get the job done and save you space for meal prepping, chopping veggies and cooking. Don’t know where to start? We’ve crafted a list of staples just for you. Shop 18 of our top picks on small appliances and other must-have items for your kitchen, from air fryers to coffee makers to rice cookers, starting at just $10.
16 Kitchen Staples That Don’t Take Up Tons of Space
- Caramel Latte, Please: This Keurig K-Express Single Serve Coffee Maker got me through all four years of college and saved me a ton of money that I would’ve spent at Starbucks. The small size is perfect for small apartments and dorm rooms, and it brews anywhere from 8-12 ounces of coffee that you can take on the go — just $90!
- Fried Goodness, No Guilt: Having an air fryer will save you a ton of time on cooking meals for yourself, and if you have limited counter space, grab this Chefman Two Quart Mini Air Fryer. From crispy fries to seasoned veggies, you can make your favorite foods in minutes without accumulating a pile of dishes you don’t feel like washing — just $50!
- Bliss in a Cup: If you can’t live without your morning smoothie, whip up strawberry banana, avocado kale and more of your favorites with this Magic Bullet Blender. It even comes with portable cups and lids, so you can just blend and go if you’re in a hurry — just $40!
- Sip Fresh Blends: Skip your daily trips to that nearby juice shop that’s charging $10 a pop and grab this cold press juicer to make your own fresh drinks at home. The wide-mouth chute even fits whole fruits and veggies, so you don’t have to spend time cutting up your produce before juicing — just $130!
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner: Who doesn’t love some smash burgers or a quick breakfast for dinner night? Make all of your favorites and more on this mini-sized Ninja Indoor Griddle — just $140!
- Vegan Friendly: If you eat a lot of tofu, this NOYA Adjustable Tofu Press will make your life and meals so much easier. It presses out all of the water with no hassle, and you can even use it to marinate your tofu — just $19!
- Rice, Rice and More Rice: Craving some mango sticky rice for dessert? How about a rice bowl? Make your favorites with this easy to use, affordable Aroma Housewares Rice Cooker, which makes six cups of rice at a time — just $18!
- All You Can Eat Buffet: This Instant Pot Pressure Cooker is small enough for your kitchen counter but large enough to cook a whole meal. And with seven different cooking functions, it’s so versatile that you can use it for practically every meal — just $80!
- Leggo My Eggo: If you love waffles, make some mini ones on this Dash Mini Waffle Maker. Blueberry, chocolate, pecan—the possibilities are endless! The kids will love them, and they’re perfect for busy mornings — just $10!
- Quick Breakfast Sandwiches: Instead of spending money at the bagel shop every morning, you’ll love making your own bacon, egg and cheese sandwich on this Hamilton Beach Dual Breakfast Sandwich Maker. You can make two sandwiches at a time and spice them up with toppings like tomatoes, spinach, cheese, ham or whatever else you like — just $54!
- Tea Time: This Chefman Electric Kettle boils water in just three minutes, and the easy-grip handle and small spout make it easy to pour into your favorite mug — just $25!
- Heat Up Food: Reheat your leftovers, melt butter and pop popcorn at the touch of a button in this small but mighty Farberware Countertop Microwave — just $25!
- Retro Vibes: Feel like splurging a bit? Treat yourself to this SMEG Two-Slice Toaster. Yes, it looks good on your counters, but it also doesn’t take up too much space — just $230!
- Mix Things Up: If you want a KitchenAid Mixer but don’t have space for the standard-sized one, go with the mini KitchenAid Artisan 3.5-Quart Mixer instead. It does everything the larger one does, just in a tinier version, so you can easily make cookies, cake batter and more — just $350!
- Whisk Dough: Prefer to use a hand mixer instead? Grab this KitchenAid Five-Speed Ultra Power Hand Mixer. The gorgeous pistachio green color makes us want to display it on our countertops, and it’s also small enough to stuff in your kitchen cabinets — just $45!
- Grab a Drink: Whether you’re living in a dorm room, studio apartment or just need additional refrigerator space, this Frigidaire Retro Refrigerator will look so sleek. It includes a built-in can dispenser, multiple movable shelves and a door basket to hold sodas, juices, beer and over beverages — just $159!
