We Test Thousands of Kitchen Products in a Year, and These 12 Favorites Are on Major Markdown for Memorial Day

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, and like other holidays, it’s ushered in with plenty of sales. If you find the scale of holiday sales a bit overwhelming, I’ve been there, too.  But, to help you save time and money, I’ve found deals on some of the best small kitchen appliances and outdoor cooking gear we’ve tested. Scouring the Internet for early Memorial Day sales, I found many of our favorites, like air fryers, marked down by up to 32% or the best gas grill we’ve tested for 19% off. So, if you want vetted, reliable recommendations, here are 12 deals to shop before they disappear.

Best Memorial Day Sales on Food & Wine Faves

• Ninja Foodi FlexBasket Air Fryer with 7-Quart MegaZone, $130 (originally $180)
• Ninja Foodi Digital Air Fry Oven, $150 (originally $220)
• OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder, $80 (originally $100)
• Meater Block, $240 (originally $399)
• Cuisinart CPZ-120 Stainless Steel Indoor Pizza Oven, $200 (originally $400)
• Traeger Pro 575 Grill, $800 (originally $1,000)
• Weber Genesis E-325s 3-Burner Gas Grill, $849 (originally $1,049)
• Paudin Pro Chef’s Knife, $25 (originally $34)
• Cafe Specialty Drip Coffee Maker, $199 (originally $299)
• Vitamix 5200 Blender, $400 (originally $500)
• Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker, $190 (originally $230)
• Anova Culinary Precision Vacuum Sealer Pro, $100 (originally $150)

Ninja Foodi FlexBasket Air Fryer with 7-Quart MegaZone

No need to choose between a one- or two-basket air fryer when the Foodi FlexBasket from Ninja lets you do both. Thanks to a removable divider, you can cook two smaller dishes on different settings or one larger, 7-quart dish under the same setting. One of the best air fryers we’ve tested, it turned chicken wings and hand-cut fries perfectly crispy. We also love its nonstick interior for easy cleaning. Grab it for $50 off while you can.

Ninja Foodi Digital Air Fry Oven

Two appliances in one, an air fryer toaster oven combo can save you counter space and money. Factor in a discount of 32% off for Memorial Day, and you’re saving even more. This Ninja took the title of Best Compact option in our tests thanks to its powerful heating element and efficient cooking. In addition to air frying and toasting, it bakes, roasts, broils, reheats, warms, proofs, slow cooks, and dehydrates, all with a relatively small footprint. It only measures about 15 inches wide by 7.56 inches tall, with a depth of 19.72 inches. 

OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder

If you’re a coffee person, it’s time to invest in a good coffee grinder. This OXO coffee grinder held its own against the more expensive tools we tested, with consistent results and a whopping 15 settings for various coffees and brewing methods. It also has our preferred style of blade, a conical burr, which produces minimal heat (it’s better for the aroma and flavor) and noise. Grab it while it’s 20% off. 

Meater Block

The Meater stands out for its accurate readings and streamlined, wire-free design. That’s because most wireless meat thermometer probes are, despite the name, still actually attached to a wire. The Meater, however, connects to an app via Bluetooth or WiFi, and it charges via batteries in a sleek wooden block, adding to its visual appeal. I think this set of four is the perfect gift for cooks who love gadgets, especially while it’s a rare 20% off.

Cuisinart CPZ-120 Stainless Steel Indoor Pizza Oven

We recently tested this indoor pizza oven and loved how quick and easy it was to use, as it baked beautiful Neapolitan-style pies in under five minutes. So, coming across it for half off, my instinct was to add it to my cart immediately. If you prefer New York, Detroit, or Sicilian pies, the oven has settings for these, too, as well as thin-crust pizza, gluten-free pizza, focaccia, and calzones. And with a temperature range of 350 to 700°F, we wouldn’t hesitate to use it for frittatas or high-heat baking. 

Traeger Pro 575 Grill

As the inventor of the pellet grill, Traeger has spent decades honing grills for outdoor cooks of all levels. If you’re new to the brand, a grill from the Pro series, like the 575, is a great starting point for mid-range prices and sizes. In fact, we recommend the 575 as the best Traeger grill for the average person — especially while it’s $200 off. It offers 780 square inches of cooking space, which equals about six rib racks or six whole chickens. With a temperature range of up to 500°F, it heats evenly, recovers its temperature well, and yields consistent results, like smoky wings with a balanced flavor.

Weber Genesis E-325s 3-Burner Gas Grill

We rigorously tested 13 of the gas grills on the market, and this three-burner from Weber won our top spot. To find it $200 off feels like a win, too. Its design makes grilling extra convenient, with attached side tables for prepping food, an expandable top grate, and thermometer probes on the grates. It can cook up to 20 burgers at once thanks to its 787 square inches of grilling surface. All you have to do is turn up the heat to achieve a nice char.

Paudin Pro Chef’s Knife

The Paudin Pro Chef’s Knife stood out as a great value when we tested it against other chef’s knives, and we even named it one of our top picks for its balanced feel and ability to glide through produce, including tough-to-cut squash. While it’s not a full-tang knife, we liked the smooth, comfortable feel of the wooden handle. Now for just $25 with a coupon, it’s a steal. The blade may not last as long as a more expensive knife’s, but sharpening should help its longevity. 

Cafe Specialty Drip Coffee Maker

We test coffee makers year-round, so rising to the top isn’t easy. But this sleek Cafe machine beat out more popular brands as the best for drip coffee, and it’s $100 off right now. With controls for coffee strength and temperature, plus options to operate it via Wi-Fi or voice command, it makes customizing your cup (or pot) simple. It’s also one of the best-looking coffee makers we’ve tested, so you’ll actually want to give it prime countertop space.

​​Vitamix 5200 Blender

After testing it against other Vitamix blenders, we named the 5200 the best professional grade blender. And at $100 off, it’s also the best discount on a Vitamix I’ve found for Memorial Day. Using two hardened stainless steel blades and 1380 watts of power, it pulverizes whole fruits, vegetables, and grains in seconds. We especially loved it for nut butter and smoothies during testing. And come fall, you can use it to make hot soups. Holding 64 fluid ounces, or 8 cups, it’s fit for families or prepping ahead. 

Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker

I’ve had the Ninja Creami for three years, and it's one of my favorite kitchen appliances. It also reigns as the best ice cream maker we’ve tested. With Ninja speed, it spins ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet, and icy drinks in minutes, and it’s as easy as pressing a preset button. Easy cleanup keeps me using it often, as all parts can go in the dishwasher. Grab it for 14% off for Memorial Day and enjoy cold treats all summer. 

Anova Culinary Precision Vacuum Sealer Pro

Keeping food fresh longer, a vacuum sealer can save you money in the long run. This one from Anova aced our tests, so I’m excited to see it marked down by 33%. We found it easy to use right out of the box. It has settings for sealing different foods, from meat to marinated vegetables to dried fruit. It can also seal canned jar lids and reseal wine bottles. And despite its compact form, it holds a bag cutter and a roll of storage bags.