Prime Big Deal Days are here! Amazon is rolling out thousands of discounts, which sounds great in theory, but we all know not every deal is actually a deal. To help you sort through the chaos, we asked readers and BA editors what they’re most excited to shop for, then dug into our testing archives to find the products we use, love, and recommend.
Our top picks
- A new nonstick pan: GreenPan Paris Pro Nonstick 8" Frying Pan (43% off)
- A cutting board you’ll have forever: John Boos Chop-N-Slice Series Rectangular Wooden Maple Cutting Board, $51.19 (15%)
- Incredibly precise electric kettle: Fellow Corvo EKG Pro, $144 (20% off)
- A great air fryer: Cosori Turboblaze Smart Air Fryer, $90 (25% off)
- A smart meat thermometer: Typhur InstaProbe, (this will be the best price we've seen all year: $50 instead of the usual $75)
- A fresh pack of kitchen sponges: Euroscrubby Original, 3 Pack, $11.70 (16% off)
- GARLIC PRESS! I need a new one: Oxo Good Grips Stainless Steel Garlic Press, $15 (29% off)
- Glass food storage containers: Rubbermaid Brilliance Glass Food Storage Containers, $60 (25% off)
- Somewhere to keep my coffee: Planetary Design Airscape Stainless Steel Coffee Canister, $30 (15% off)
From kitchen gadgets to cookware, these are the items worth adding to your cart this Prime Big Deal Days.
“A cutting board!”
BA recommends: John Boos Chop-N-Slice Series Rectangular Wooden Maple Cutting Board, 18”x12”
My aunt is shopping for a new cutting board, and I suggested John Boos. Boos blocks are known as heirloom-level for a reason. The solid maple surface is gentle on knives, has enough weight that it won't move around while you're chopping, and looks so good you’ll want to leave it out on your counter. With proper oiling, it’ll last decades (and maybe outlive a few of your knives).
“An air fryer rec would be great.”
BA recommends: Cosori Turboblaze Smart Air Fryer
This air fryer is so good that it just replaced our longtime “best overall” pick in our official product review. So when a friend asked for a brand recommendation, I didn’t hesitate to point her to the Cosori Turboblaze Smart Air Fryer. We tested the Smart version (the only difference between that and this one on sale is app connectivity), and it turned out the crispiest food of any model we’ve tested—and fast. Variable fan speeds automatically adjust to your cooking mode, optimizing texture no matter what’s inside. In short: a powerful, high-performing air fryer at a truly great price.
“What's a good electric kettle with adjustable temperature?”
BA recommends: Fellow Corvo EKG Pro
Senior Service Editor Kelsey Youngman is ready to retire her decade-old electric kettle and upgrade to one with adjustable temperature control. This electric kettle from Fellow is a great investment for tea and coffee drinkers who are looking for a little more precision with their brews. The Fellow Corvo lets you dial in temps to the exact degree so your matcha, oolong tea, and pour-over coffee all hit their sweet spots.
"A fresh pack of kitchen sponges, please!"
BA recommends: Euroscrubby Original, 3 Pack
If your current sponge smells like… well, anything, it’s time to get a new sponge. Youngman wants to stock up on Prime Day, and grabbing a pack of Euroscrubbies might be the last sponge purchase she ever needs to make. These sponges last for years, resist odors, and are gentle on nonstick pans while still tough on cast iron skillets. Bonus: They come in bright patterns that bring some joy to cleaning, and at under $12 for a 3-pack, it’s a no-brainer Prime Day add-to-cart.
“I need an airtight container for coffee.”
BA recommends: Planetary Design Airscape Stainless Steel Coffee Canister, Medium (1lb.)
Youngman is also on the hunt for a better way to store her coffee beans and guessed that an Oxo Pop container might do the trick. It's a good instinct (your beans deserve more than a floppy bag with a piece of tape and we love Oxo for kicthen basics), but we’d suggest stepping it up with Planetary Design’s Airscape canister. The Airscape canister pushes out excess oxygen with a patented plunger lid, keeping your coffee fresher way longer. It’s sleek, useful, and looks right at home next to your coffee grinder.
“A grill. Just a simple, compact, gas grill that's powerful but small.”
BA recommends: Weber SPIRIT 3-Burner Grill E-325 Liquid Propane Black
This product request came straight from food director Chris Morocco, who’s been hunting for a grill that fits his backyard patio without sacrificing power. The Weber Spirit line’s 2025 refresh hits that sweet spot, which is why we named the Weber Spirit EP-435 our top pick in our review of the best gas grills. The improved Spirit line gets blazing hot (up to 800°F in the new sear zone) and this E-325 three-burner model still fits neatly in tight outdoor spaces. It’s built for everything from serious cooking experiments or casual weeknight dinners. At 24% off, it’s the best deal we’ve seen all year.
“I need more glass food storage containers.”
BA recommends: Rubbermaid Brilliance Glass Food Storage Containers
Morocco has also been hunting for a better way to store leftovers, and we’d recommend these sturdy containers from Rubbermaid. The glass in Rubbermaid’s Brilliance line is thick and oven-safe, the lids snap down with a satisfying click, and they make your meal prep look impressively organized.
"I’m looking for a dish rack."
BA recommends: Simplehuman Compact Dish Drying Rack
Staff writer Sam Stone is ready for a dish rack upgrade, and we have just the pick. Simplehuman’s dish rack is built to last, with a swivel spout that drains directly into the sink, a smart wine glass holder, and a drip tray with a hydrophilic coating that helps it dry quickly. This is the best deal we’ve seen all year, so if you’ve also been side-eyeing your flimsy old rack, today’s your moment.
"Mixing bowls! Such a simple item, but I need a set with many sizes."
BA recommends: KitchenAid Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls, Set Of 3
If you’re like social media manager Cristina Correa, you might be tired of chipped glass bowls or stained plastic ones. The KitchenAid Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl set is a fresh start. Made from stainless steel, they’re lighter than glass but won’t stain like cheap plastic. Each bowl has a non-slip bottom to keep it steady while you whisk, and the set includes 1.5-quart, 3-quart, and 5-quart bowls—perfect for everything from small prep to big baking projects.
“GARLIC PRESS! I need a new one!!”
BA recommends: Oxo Good Grips Stainless Steel Garlic Press
My friend is very ready to get a new garlic press, and we have to recommend our winner from the best garlic press review, Oxo Good Grips Stainless Steel Garlic Press. The Oxo Good Grips crushes cloves (even unpeeled ones) into a perfect paste without the hand strain. We're fans of the self-cleaning design where the grid flips down and clears out everything in one go. It’s dishwasher-safe, but honestly, it’s so easy to rinse off that I just clean it by hand. It’s the quality garlic press our editors have used for years, and at under $15, there’s no excuse for mincing by hand tonight.
“What meat thermometer should I get?”
BA recommends: Typhur InstaProbe
One of the most common questions I get from friends and family is, “How do you always cook protein so perfectly?” and my answer is always, "A meat thermometer!" The Typhur InstaProbe gives an instant reading in less than a second, which means no more guessing whether your steak’s medium-rare or oops-too-long. In our testing of the best meat thermometers, this probe came a close second to our top pick, the Thermapen One, only edged out by small design differences. At its lowest price all year (and almost half the price of the Thermapen One), it’s a Prime Day essential for anyone who cooks meat (even occasionally).
“I’m looking for a small microwave for a college student’s apartment.”
BA recommends: Toshiba Air Fryer Combo 4-in-1 Countertop Microwave Oven ML-EC42P(SS)
One of our Instagram followers was wondering what the best small microwave for a dorm or tiny apartment might be. This Toshiba is a great option for convenience-food enthusiasts: It’s multi-function, serving as a microwave, convection oven, and air fryer all in one. We tested everything from snacks to a full 12-inch pizza, and it performed just like a regular oven. Bonus: It’s easy to use and affordable.
"I need to replace my nonstick pan. What brand do you recommend?"
BA recommends: GreenPan Paris Pro Nonstick 8" Frying Pan
My brother's scratched-up old pan has seen enough eggs, which is why he's searching for a replacement this Prime Day. The GreenPan Paris Pro is one of our go-tos for a non-toxic nonstick pan. It’s one of BA readers’ most-bought pans, and at 43% off (only $40!), it's your sign to retire that flaking Teflon.
“Okay, this is only tangentially kitchen-related, but I really want an air purifier.”
BA recommends: Coway Airmega AP-1512HH(W)
If you’re like staff writer Sam Stone, you might be wondering how to get rid of lingering cooking smells and dust in your apartment. Enter the Coway Airmega. This air purifier quietly tackles post-cooking odors, city dust, and allergens with a HEPA filter. Normally $230, it’s 30% off for Prime Big Deal Days, making it $160 to breathe a little fresher while you cook (or just hang out in your apartment).