The SuperAging Kitchen: 5 highly ranked smart appliances on Amazon
Here at SuperAging News, our editors work diligently to bring you the latest longevity news, studies, and scientific discoveries, as well as expert tips for living your healthiest, happiest and most fulfilling life, no matter your age. In much the same way, we’ll now be curating exciting and highly-ranked products, not to mention the best deals, for all you SuperAger shoppers out there. We’ll do the research and the grunt work so you don’t have to! Â
We’ve recently reported on how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is stirring things up in the kitchen, with smart cooking appliances, meal-planning apps and, coming soon, even robots. It’s all in the service of greater Autonomy (one of the 7A’s of SuperAging).
As Technology continues to evolve, smart cooking appliances have become valuable tools in the kitchen, especially for older adults who wish to maintain their independence and stay in their homes as they age. These devices offer convenience, ease of use, and importantly, improved safety.
Below, we’ve curated a list of highly ranked AI-powered cooking appliances available on Amazon.com. While some of them may seem a bit of a splurge, keep in mind that they are mostly multi-purpose, meaning you’ll need fewer appliances, and at the same time save on valuable counter and cabinet space. Some are voice-activated, hands-free, and can be easily connected to your devices. And even better, many of these items are now on sale! Let’s get cooking …
1. COSORI Smart Air Fryer Toaster Oven
Price: $179.99 (Currently on sale for $149.99)
The COSORI Smart Air Fryer Toaster Oven is a super versatile 13-in-1 appliance that combines the functions of an air fryer, toaster, convection oven, rotisserie and more. It comes with a smartphone app that allows you to control the device remotely, monitor cooking progress and access over 100 recipes. The AI-powered features adjust cooking times and temperatures based on what you’re preparing, and for enhanced safety, includes an automatic shut off.
Amazon reviewer: “My biggest fear is that by the time I need to replace it [the appliance], they won’t make it anymore. As old as I am, I’ve had to deal with that before. Makes me even consider [purchasing] one to store for the future. I don’t want to ever be without this versatile, hardworking, dependable, easy to clean, lovely appliance for the rest of my life.”
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2. Instant Pot Smart WiFi 10-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker (8 quart)
Price: $189.99 (Currently on sale for $149.95)
This electric pressure cooker can also sauté, slow cook, steam, bake cakes and more. It connects to your smartphone, allowing you to monitor and control cooking from anywhere. With built-in safety features such as overheat protection, as well as customizable cooking programs, it’s perfect for batch cooking and freezing meals for later. (A smaller version – 6 quarts – is also available for $169.99 and is currently on sale for $129.95. ) Need inspiration for your meal planning? The app contains over 800 recipes.
Amazon reviewer: “The Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1 Pressure Cooker is an absolute powerhouse in the kitchen! This versatile appliance does it all—whether you’re pressure cooking, slow cooking, steaming, sautéing, making yogurt, or even trying sous vide, it handles every task with ease…”
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3. Anova Culinary Precision Cooker Pro
Price: $399.00 (Currently on sale for $199.99)
If you’re into sous-vide cooking (sealing a protein like chicken or steak – along with its marinade or sauce – into a vacuum sealed bag and then cooking in temperature-controlled water), this smart device simplifies what was once the purview of elegant restaurants for the home cook. The Anova Precision Cooker Pro connects to your phone via Wi-Fi, letting you start, stop, and monitor your cooking from anywhere. The precision temperature control takes the guesswork out of cooking, so your food can be prepared to your liking. The app also provides access to thousands of recipes, created by award-winning chefs and home cooks alike.Â
Amazon reviewer: “This brings a whole new way of cooking. Tried it with the egg, the fish, the lamp chops, and the chicken. Everything comes up perfect without the need to constantly monitor it. Nothing gets over-done even if you forgot about it and leave it in for beyond the desired time. The remote control / monitoring via the app is another very useful feature. The unit shows temperatures in the tenth digit and you can tell how accurately the unit is controlling it. This thing basically opened a new world of cooking…”
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4. Ninja Foodi Smart XL 6-in-1 Indoor Grill
Price: $259.99 (Currently on sale for $240.47)
The Ninja Foodi Smart XL Grill is more than just an indoor barbecue. Yet another appliance that does heavy lifting in the kitchen, it also air fries, bakes, roasts and more. It features a smart cook system with a built-in thermometer that monitors the internal temperature of your food, so it’s cooked to your preference. The large capacity makes it perfect for batch cooking or family meals, and it’s easy to clean with dishwasher-safe parts.
Amazon reviewer: “Literally life changing. No more heating up the place with the oven in the summer, no more waiting forever for something small to be cooked in the oven, no more stove top hamburgers due to not having a grill, and no more guessing with overcooked or undercooked meats. This literally does it all. …The hype is real. The air fryer makes chicken nuggets and everything else super crunchy and tastes like it was fried, even my oven never could crisp like this. The grill cooks veggies, meats, fish, etc. perfectly and the thermometer cooks it to your liking (no more cutting open steaks and chicken to check). Chef-quality results in minutes…”Â
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5. GE Smart Countertop Microwave Oven
Price: $159.00 (Currently on sale for $140.00)
Hands full, literally? Left your readers in another room? No worries. The sleek, space-saving GE Smart Countertop Microwave Oven is a Wi-Fi-enabled device that can be controlled via smartphone or voice commands using Alexa or Google Assistant. Another great feature is scan-to-cook technology, which adjusts settings, including cooking times and power levels, based on the barcode of the food package.Â
Amazon reviewer: “I needed a replacement and wanted something that worked with Alexa, this is the perfect size for me and far exceeded my expectations cooking or reheating food. Easy to use and control with or without your voice…”
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