25 Must-Have Multi-Tasking Tools for Super Small Kitchens

1. An electric potato peeler might seem like a luxury that takes up valuable counter or storage space, but anyone who’s ever had to peel enough potatoes to feed 40+ people will swear by it. It’s perfect for potatoes, apples, kiwis, oranges, and even tomatoes. A true kitchen investment.

2. Kitchen shears that can handle a variety of tasks, from slicing green onions and raw chicken breasts to cutting open a bag of frozen mozzarella sticks for your Monday night dinner.

3. A Mr. Coffee 4-in-1 coffee maker with an integrated milk frother that brews individual servings of iced coffee, hot coffee, and lattes, both hot and iced. It’s a perfect solution for small kitchens with limited counter space. (I own one and still have room to prep food in front of it.)

4. A Dash mini rice cooker is perfect for cooking a quick and satisfying side dish to complement that leftover salmon or chicken. But it doesn’t stop there – it also makes oatmeal, stew, soup, quinoa, rice, and pasta, offering plenty of meal options. Its compact size ensures it’ll fit neatly on the counter of even a small one-bedroom apartment.

5. An ambidextrous can and jar opener that adjusts to fit any lid or can you're opening. Ditch the bulky electric can opener or the old crank-style one that takes up too much drawer space. Plus, it’s highly recommended by users with limited dexterity.

6. A bench scraper/pastry cutting tool that fits comfortably in your hand and takes up minimal drawer space. Even if it’s not used often, it’s still a valuable tool. Reviewers especially love it for gathering chopped ingredients.

7. A compact salad spinner with an integrated colander, so you can easily wash strawberries or other produce separately. I actually own this and store it in my small kitchen cabinet under the sink.

8. A spring-loaded cookie scoop, perfect for creating uniform dessert masterpieces. You can also use it for ice cream, meatballs, and even rum balls!

9. A 16-inch foldable electric skillet that allows you to roast, fry, grill, stew, bake, and even serve your delicious dishes as a warmer. When you're adding an appliance to your kitchen, make sure it earns its spot!

This 4-in-1 colander and bowl set makes it easy to grate, rinse, mix, and more, while saving valuable cabinet space by avoiding awkward stacking of oddly shaped items.

A tilt-out trash can cabinet that helps conceal last night's dinner leftovers, making your trash can less of a hazard for your clumsy dog, and doubles as an extra food prep surface.

This fast-acting, refillable plug-in fly trap covers up to 400 square feet, attracting and trapping pesky bugs like fruit flies, moths, gnats, and regular flies—perfect for when you're cooking or just trying to relax with a meal. It’s well worth the outlet space.

13. This dual-purpose tool, a hybrid digital food scale and measuring cup, is perfect for precise measurements, especially when you're baking and accuracy is key.

14. A fish turner is perfect for finally preparing a well-cooked salmon filet at home that looks just as good as it tastes. It’s also great for flipping pancakes and moving warm, gooey cookies from the baking tray. (I use mine all the time for everything from roasted salmon to quesadillas to grilled cheese sandwiches.)

15. An incredibly effective Oxo Tot grape cutter is something every parent or grape lover (or even grape tomato lover) will truly appreciate.

The "Dream Cooker" by Our Place is a small yet charming appliance that offers pressure cooking, slow cooking, searing, sautéing, and food warming. Reviewers find it incredibly user-friendly, making it a versatile addition to any kitchen.

A manual food chopper designed for swiftly cutting herbs, fruits, vegetables, and even ice—perfect for those who need a bit of help with knife skills or simply want to make meal prep more enjoyable.

A much-loved veggie chopper that makes chopping onions and prepping food mess-free, saving you time and effort—no more struggling to get perfect cuts, it’s an easy solution for all your chopping needs!

A rapid egg cooker that ensures your eggs are cooked to perfection every time, preventing the frustration of throwing away poorly cooked eggs. It’s the perfect tool to elevate your at-home lunch salads with perfectly hard-boiled eggs.

A personal blender that makes creating a quick, drinkable lunch effortless. No more spilling smoothie when transferring from a regular blender to a drinking cup. It’s also great for baby food, salad dressings, and more!

An immersion blender that takes care of smaller tasks without the need for dirtying extra dishes or pulling out a stand mixer.

An electric air fryer packed with crispy onion rings and many other delicious options, offering a new way to view every food item in your kitchen, so you can skip the drive-thru.

A colander spoon that allows you to easily scoop food directly from the pot or a baking sheet for a quick trip to Flavortown. Plus, it's far easier to clean than a traditional colander.

A Crack'em egg cracker and spoon rest for a clean, perfect crack and a designated place to rest your spoon on your small kitchen counter.

A compact 8-in-1 spiralizer that can grate cheese, juice fruits, cut ribbons, and perform several other tasks, reducing the need for multiple gadgets.