We reviewed 400+ home products this year — these are the under-$100 finds worth buying for 2025

Size: 9.65"L x 5.63"W x 45.87"H | Weight: 4 pounds | Bin capacity: 0.55 liters | Vacuum type: Corded, featherweight | Anti-allergy (HEPA) filter: Yes | Power: 240 watts

Featherweight vacuums are among the lightest and most compact, with Eureka's hitting the sweet spot in our testing of the best lightweight vacuums for value, form and function. The dust cup holds 0.55 liters, which is fairly generous for a featherweight vacuum, and detaches easily for handheld use. We also like how it's transparent, so you can see when it's getting full.

For being so lightweight (only 4 pounds), this model packs a good amount of suction power and proved a solid match for all the materials in our tests. That included sand, which foiled most of the other models we evaluated.

In real-life testing, we appreciated the Eureka Featherweight's 18-foot-long cord for skirting around bigger rooms and pieces of furniture. The vacuum is also freestanding, with the cleaner head remaining propped at a 90°-angle for easier carrying.

Weight: 3.2 pounds | Dust cup capacity: 17 ounces | Battery life: about 15 minutes | Features: Cordless, for pets | Warranty: 2 years 

I tested for the best car vacuums in my compact SUV and was so impressed by this little gadget, which has the power of some of the bulkier car vacuums we tried, but in a more compact body. Pebbles, crushed leaves, crumbs of all sizes and larger clumps of dirt proved no match for its powerful suction. 

But what really makes this cordless vacuum stand out is its reach. It has a flexible 4-foot hose with a curved nozzle that helped me access the tightest, most awkward spaces. For the first time ever, I was able to get alllll the way under the front seats of my car without having to strain my back or crouch down. 

The vacuum comes with a crevice tool, a nozzle with a flip-down brush and a pet hair tool. Some of the other models I tried came with more attachments, but I found these worked on most messes. Expect about 15 minutes of run time off a single charge. Not too shabby!

Sizes available: 8-inch, 10-inch, 12-inch | Weight: 2 lbs | Material: Aluminum with removable silicone grip | Oven safe: Yes, up to 400°F | Dishwasher safe: Yes | Induction: Compatible | Warranty: Lifetime

Full disclosure: Our resident cookware tester, Lisa Schweitzer, has been using a Tramontina nonstick pan for years. She says (and this is a direct quote), "Cooking with this pan is a dream! With only a slick of oil, eggs slide right off the surface and over the flared edge onto the plate." It performed as well or better than the other pans we tested, crisping salmon skin to brown ASMR perfection and cooking golden pancakes without hot spots. 

Cleanup is a breeze and only requires a few swipes with a soapy sponge, even around the rivets that secure the handle. About that handle: The removable silicone grip is a plus, as it keeps the handle cool on the stovetop. It also provides added grip and makes it extra comfortable to hold. Read more about this skillet in our guide to the best nonstick pans.

Sizes: 7-inch, 10 ¼-inch, 12-inch | Material: Triple-seasoned cast iron | Oven safe: Yes, up to 650°F | Dishwasher safe: No | Induction: Compatible | Warranty: Limited lifetime

As longtime Lodge skillet owners, we home editors can attest to the fact that the company makes a pan that will last forever, as long as you care for it properly. The brand's Blacklock-edition pan, our top choice for the best cast iron skillet, is lighter and easier to maneuver than the classic version, with slightly thinner walls.

When Schweitzer fried eggs in it, they came away with little effort and crispy edges. Yum! Also of note is the handle — it has Lodge's signature teardrop shape, but is more ergonomic and a little longer than on other models, and it feels more comfortable in hand. Schweitzer had no trouble moving the pan from the stove to the oven and back. It's a breeze to clean (as most cast iron skillets are) with nothing more than hot water and a synthetic scrub brush.

Sizes: 8-inch, 10-inch, 12-inch | Material: 3-ply clad stainless steel | Oven safe: Yes, up to 500°F | Dishwasher safe: Yes | Induction: Compatible | Warranty: Lifetime

After testing the Tramontina nonstick pan and loving it, Schweitzer had high hopes for the company's stainless steel skillet and was duly impressed with its performance. For roughly $30 (the retail price is $60, but this pan always seems to be on sale), you can't beat the quality. It features 3-ply clad construction, as opposed to the 5-ply clad construction of our best stainless steel pan overall from Made In, so there are fewer layers of metal — but it's still a solid budget choice as far stainless steel pans go. 

Just a note that Schweitzer found that the cooking surface on this Tramontina pan showed some discoloration and marks (see photo above) right away, but it didn't affect its performance.

Size: 6 quarts | Weight: 13 pounds | Material: Enameled cast iron | Max oven temperature: 500°F | Dishwasher safe: No | Warranty: Limited lifetime

Most enameled cast iron Dutch ovens will allow you to perform the same cooking tasks, so the big differences come down to each pot's shape, size, weight and durability. This 6-quart Dutch oven from Lodge (the brand behind Ina Garten's favorite cast iron skillet) is an excellent choice if you're looking to keep costs in check, and you don't necessarily expect to pass this piece on to your kids.

The weight of this 6-quart pot (13 pounds) is on par with most, though it's about one pound heavier than the Le Creuset Dutch oven — Schweitzer's go-to and the one she deemed best Dutch oven overall. It also remains to be seen if the enamel on this pot is as durable as what's coating the Le Creuset, but at a quarter of the price, it's worth the waiting game.

Material: High-carbon stainless steel | Weight: 8.5 oz | Style: Western

When Schweitzer started culinary school, she was issued a set of tools for the 600 hours of training she needed in order to graduate. This Mercer Culinary chef's knife was the one she received and what she used for 90% of her daily tasks. That should give you an idea of what this knife is capable of — and of its durability.

The Genesis is forged from a single piece of high-carbon German steel and features a handle made from Santoprene (a rubbery material) that ensures a firm grip even in damp hands. The Western-style blade feels slightly chunkier than those of Japanese knives — whether you like this is all a matter of personal preference. 

At roughly $40 (there is almost always a discount), it's affordable enough that you don't have to stress about someone putting this knife in the dishwasher when you're not looking. Read about Schweitzer's other top picks in our guide to the best chef's knives.

Blade material: High-carbon steel | Handle material: Santoprene | Blade length: 10" | Wash instructions: Hand wash

Made by the same brand as our pick for best budget chef's knife test, this carving knife should perform well for years. It has an ergonomic handle and offers a no-slip grip, which is certainly a plus when you're trying to separate meat from bone. The blade on this knife is quite sharp and should cut easily through a turkey or other roast. Check out our full guide to the best carving knives.

What a value this manual knife sharpener is! It costs just $13 — and that's when it's not on sale. The Longzon 4-in-1 offers three progressively finer slots for Western knives and one that's meant for scissors and shears. The directions were easy to understand and they included a QR code that linked to a helpful how-to video. The sharpener even comes with a pair of cut-resistant gloves for anyone brand-new to sharpening.

What we like about this sharpener is that it's a compact size (9 inches long by 3 inches wide) and gets the job done and does it well, though admittedly not quite as well as our best knife sharpener overall, the electric Chef'sChoice 1520. It also offers so many safety measures at such a reasonable price. 

Capacity: 14 cups | Size: 9"W x 7.75"D x 14"H | Features: Programmable, can make a single cup, permanent filter, brew strength selector, water filter | Warranty: 3 years

At its regular retail price of $100, this machine isn't dirt cheap, but it costs significantly less than our other best drip coffee makers and is still rich in features. You can set it and forget it, or you can get a little nerdy with it and experiment with all the different options, like brew strength (bold or regular) and the temperature of the warming plate (low, medium or high). You can also make a smaller amount of coffee (one to four cups) and set an audible alert so you know when your brew is ready to drink.

Following the theme of "more is more," the Cuisinart comes with lots of extras, including a coffee scoop, charcoal water filter, paper #4 cone filters and a reusable gold-tone filter. It makes a flavorful cup of joe, especially if you choose the bold option and use more grounds than what Cuisinart recommends — the provided scoop is on the small side. 

Machine size: 14.5"H x 7.3"W x 11.4"D | Water tank capacity: 13 ounces | Brew style: Basket | Servings: 13 ounces | Modes: Iced

Looking for a budget- and tumbler-friendly option? This simple model is a solid bet. Aside from being incredibly straightforward, it's quick, yielding a 13-ounce coffee in under two minutes every time. It's also very compact and lightweight — only 1.4 pounds, making it the most portable of any option we evaluated. And while we experienced slight ice melt in our tests (more than with our best iced coffee maker overall, the Ninja DualBrew), the coffee we brewed still held up pretty well in terms of strength and taste. 

Size: 5"D x 7.5"W x 9.5"H | Capacity: 32 ounces | Brewer type: Pitcher with infusion filter | Function: Cold or hot brew

Our top pick for the best cold brew maker is not only easy to use but easy to maintain — all the parts are top-rack dishwasher-safe. At less than 10 inches tall, the pitcher is large enough to yield 1 quart of cold brew coffee yet compact enough for smaller refrigerators, narrow cabinets and traveling. 

The pitcher is shatter-proof, plus stain- and odor-resistant and the lid screws on tightly so your coffee stays fresh for up to two weeks. Unlike other cold brew coffee makers we tested, it's also completely spill-proof — even when you turn the pitcher upside down. Last but certainly not least, the cold brew itself is high quality, similar to what you might expect from a café. 

Water tank capacity: 42 oz. (about 4 cups of coffee) | Machine size: 5.1" width x 12.6" height x 12.8" depth | Colors: Black | Watts: 1,520

Our winner for the best Keurig coffee maker — and best single-serve coffee maker for lattes — delivers everything you'd want from a single-cup machine and more. It makes four drink sizes (8, 10 and 12 ounces, and a 2-ounce shot), the buttons are clear and intuitive and it offers an "over ice" option that automatically adjusts brew temperature for less-watery iced coffee. Plus, it comes with a bonus for anyone who likes lattes, cappuccinos and other espresso-style drinks: an excellent standalone milk frother.

Keurig makes four versions of the K-Café, all of which feature frothers. The Barista Bar is the most affordable and streamlined of the bunch. The frother is incredibly easy to use, whipping up both hot and cold froth that strikes the balance between creamy and cloudlike fluffy. 

Size: 9.21"L x 6.39"W x 10.51"H | Capacity: 1.7 liters | Automatic shutoff? Yes | Max temp: 212°F

This beautiful pick from Drew Barrymore's home collection gives our other top-rated electric kettles a run for their money. It gets high scores for its large capacity and unmatched visibility (you can see the temperature read from even a room away). We like how it not only has presets for different drink types, but "+" and "-" buttons for selecting a desired temperature manually. When kicked into "warm" mode, the kettle holds that temperature for up to 30 minutes, and there are automatic shutoff and dry-boil features for added protection.

What's more, the kettle heats up fast (under six minutes for the max capacity/temp) and the body has a matte plastic coating that remains warm, though not hot, to the touch (as compared to stainless steel and glass). And the color choices are endless: Last time we checked, there were nine finishes!