Author: Brian Sutton
Brian Sutton
Brian Sutton is a kitchen appliance and electronics reviewer based in Raleigh, North Carolina, with a background in consumer electronics testing before he shifted his focus to kitchen tech five years ago. Brian specializes in breaking down the real performance differences between blenders, air fryers, stand mixers, and small electrics, going beyond spec sheets to test actual cooking results, noise levels, and long-term durability. He holds a degree in mechanical engineering, which informs his technical approach to evaluating motor performance and build quality. Brian is known for his no-nonsense, jargon-free explanations that help readers avoid overpaying for features they won't use.
Our induction heat tests reveal which stovetop pressure cookers sear evenly, reach pressure fast, and hold up over time. Our top induction.
A pile of takeout containers on your desk? The right tiny rice cooker makes single-serving meals effortless. Our tests reveal which.
After 10 dishwasher cycles, these rice cooker dishwasher safe picks from Cosori and GreenLife still looked brand new. No peeling, no warping—just.
We put six popular non stick pan in oven claims to the test, heating them to extremes to separate truth from marketing fluff. The results.
A stainless steel electric pressure cooker can transform weeknight cooking, but which withstands daily use without a sticky mess? After rigorous.
We put six Aroma Simply Stainless rice cookers through grueling rice tests. One delivered improbably fluffy jasmine rice without sticking to the.
Over half of the non-stick pots we tested showed wear after just 40 cycles. We found three that hold up far longer — our top electric, stovetop.
Worried about PFAS in your slow cooker? We tested three non-toxic slow cookers to find the one that delivers clean, safe meals with no chemical.
Searching for a grain that cooks faster than standard brown rice but still delivers nutty depth? Our tests of 7 popular light brown rice brands.
We tested three mini rice cookers for traveling to find the one that makes perfect rice in a hotel room — and won’t trip the breaker or soak your.
Looking for a 10 qt multi cooker that can handle big batches? Our team tested 7 models to find the largest, easiest-to-clean options. Honest picks.
Are you stuck with a rice cooker that burns the bottom or steams vegetables unevenly? Our tests reveal which 3L electric steam models actually.
I put four compact blenders through a messy five-smoothie stress test—the Beast Mighty 850 Plus won with the easiest cleanup I’ve seen in a.
Which food processor actually lives up to its wattage claims? Our real-world tests with raw carrots, bread dough, and nut butter reveal one model.
We chopped, pureed, and ground our way through four mini food processors to find one that truly delivers. Our top pick? The Cuisinart Mini-Prep.