9 beautiful stainless steel appliances everyone can afford
You don't need to spend a fortune to have a luxury kitchen
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Like homemade apple pie, wearing all black, and the Beatles, stainless steel is timeless. Having an all-stainless kitchen enhances virtually any design or layout, giving you a modern and clean look. Stainless appliances also draw in consumers because they are easier to clean, don't fade, and in some cases, are more durable. However, the price turns a lot of people away. At Reviewed, we've tested thousands of products and we've got a list of stainless steel appliances that won't put a big dent in your wallet.
1. This stand mixer's retro design adds a homey feel
Even after a 100 years, KitchenAid still reigns supreme.
There's a reason why KitchenAid still dominates the stand mixer market 100 years after its introduction. In our roundup, the KitchenAid Artisan stood head and shoulders above the rest. Okay, so the whole thing isn't actually made of stainless steel, but the bowl and many of the internal part are, and you can get it in a stainless steel color. While the Artisan is expensive compared so some cut-rate mixers, it's money well spent because it's easy to use and clean.
Get the KitchenAid Artisan stand mixer from KitchenAid for $349.99
2. You need a stainless steel pan too
While not an appliance, everyone could use a set of stainless steel pans.
Okay, so a skillet isn't an appliance, but I still think you need one. Hanging pots and pans are a great way to accent a kitchen with a touch of stainless. We hired a trained chef to test a bunch out, and she found that the Cuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless Cookware Skillet was the best value. For $50, you can get a pan that retains heat, cleans easily, and light enough to hold in one hand.
Get the Cuisinart Chef's Classic Stainless Cookware Skillet from Amazon for $49.98
3. Your countertop needs some stainless too!
Bake bread in a toaster? Sure!
If getting a whole new oven is too daunting, try getting a toaster oven instead. After testing the five best-selling toasters on the market, we think Breville makes the best one. Yeah, it's more expensive than most, but it's way more affordable than its full-sized cousins. And unlike other toaster ovens you can totally bake a loaf of and roast a whole chicken in it!
Get the Breville Smart Oven Pro from Best Buy for $279.99
4. A French door fridge that's literally half the cost
Samsung makes the most affordable french door fridge we've ever tested.
No sane person would tell you that a French door fridge is cheap. But for an option that runs you less than $2,000, you can still get a design that keeps food better, is easier on your back, and fits specialty items like a deli platter or an entire pizza. For those of us who are more cost conscious, Whirlpool makes the remarkably affordable WRF535SWHZ for around $1,800. It has a same massive 25-cu.-ft. interior and a stainless exterior.
Get the Whirlpool WRF535SWHZ fridge from Appliances Connection for $1,794.10
5. The stainless steel top freezer that can fit anywhere
This is our favorite stainless steel fridge that's under $1,000.
After weeks of testings, we crowned the Whirlpool WRT318FZDM as the best fridge under $1,000. Indeed, you can get this 18-cubic-foot fridge for around $630. Not only does it look good, but our temperature sensors showed that it performed well–keeping the fridge interior a steady 35°F. While it doesn't have an ice maker or water dispenser, it does stand out against all the plain-white fridges at this price point.
Get the Whirlpool WRT318FZDM fridge from Appliances Connection for $786.10
6. Class up your man cave for under $250
Hold my beer!
In recent years, beer has gained the same cultural cache as wine. You can keep it cool in style with the Igloo RF332. Amongst the beer fridges we've tested, we found it's a hat trick with good performance, at a reasonable price, and has a stainless accented exterior.
Get the RCA RF332 fridge from Amazon for $210.06
7. GE leads the way with this electric range
This oven has great warming zones so all your food gets served at the same temperature
The GE JB655SKSS has a sleek stainless steel finish to accent is black-ceramic body. With a four-burner cook top and a 5.3-cu.-ft. convection oven, this GE is average-sized, which is good, because it means it can probably fit right where your current oven is now. Performance-wise, our reviewers liked the 655 for its power and evenness. For example, the stove top could boil six cups of water in a little over nine minutes and the broiled a pan of bread without a single burned spot.
Get the GE JB655SKSS oven from Appliances Connection for $848
8. The Bosch brand name doesn't have to be super expensive
Bosch dishwashers don't have to break the bank.
When it comes to dishwashers, Bosch has a cultural cache that no other manufacturer can match. They do tend to be expensive, but models like the SHPM65W55N can be had for under $1,00. The 500 series has innovated features, like a deep third rack that has space for ladles and other cooking utensils. When you combine features like this with stellar cleaning ability, you understand why Bosch dominates the market.
Get the Bosch 500 Series from Appliances Connection for $999
9. Whirlpool makes a heavy-duty dishwasher for under $550
This Whirlpool focuses on performance.
If you're looking for a dishwasher that doesn't focus on features, then the Whirlpool WDF330PAHS might be more your speed. This dishwasher performs way above its price point. It aced our tests, getting dishes 100 percent clean. While the 330 isn't as pretty other stainless steel dishwashers, it is one of the most affordable. If you're renovating a rental property, this dishwasher should be on your short list.
Get the Whirlpool WDF330PAHS from Appliances Connection for $524