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Small kitchen, big impact: Space-saving appliances for busy families

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From air fryers to sandwich presses, blenders and coffee machines, kitchen appliances can take up a lot of valuable counter space. 

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Rather than wrestling with bulky equipment stored in cupboards or surrendering your entire benchtop to various gadgets, investing in compact, space-saving appliances offers the perfect solution for both functionality and a clutter-free kitchen.

So, we’ve rounded up our top picks below!

Best compact appliances Australia

01

Ninja Blast Portable Blender

$79.99 at Ninja

Not only is this blender super compact and takes up very little bench space, it’s also portable so you can take it with you on the go.

But despite its small size, it doesn’t compromise on power!

Size: 470ml

Colours: White, Denim Blue, Black, Cranberry, Forest Green, Passion Fruit

Key features:

  • Cordless, hand-held design
  • 30 second blend
  • Re-chargeable base with USB-C

02

Westinghouse Kettle & Toaster Pack

$99 at Betta

Having a matching kettle and toaster is always a good idea, and this set from Westinghouse is not only stylish and practical, it’s also a great compact size.

Sizes: Kettle: 1.7L; Toaster: Two-slice

Colours: Black Stripe, White Stripe

Key features:

  • Easy view water level
  • Pull top lid release
  • Reheat, defrost and stop functions
  • 7 stage browning control
  • Crumb collector tray
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03

DeLonghi Dedica Arte Coffee Machine

$199 at Betta

State-of-the-art coffee doesn’t necessarily need to come from a cafe or even from a big, fancy machine.

DeLonghi is a brand known for their high quality coffee, and this compact machine is the perfect way to make cafe-worthy lattes.

Size: 15cm wide

Colour: Silver

Key features:

  • 15 bar pressure system
  • Dedicated steaming wand
  • Dual cup 
  • Easy to use control panel
  • Ultra slim and stylish

04

Hand Stick Blender Set

$55.99 at Amazon

This versatile Stick Blender set is the ultimate space-saving solution, combining five essential kitchen tools in one compact system.

You can whip, mix, chop, and blend without cluttering your kitchen with multiple single-purpose appliances.

Size: 40 x 6.6 x 6×6 cm

Colour: Black/Silver

Key features:

  • Powerful 1200W motor
  • Motor base works seamlessly with all attachments
  • Includes a whisk, frother and two cups for chopping and blending

05

Chefman TurboFry 2-Litre Air Fryer

$103.85 (usually $118.29) at Amazon

If you’re one to use your air fryer for smaller dishes like veggies or chips, this compact two litre appliance is for you.

It’s quick, versatile and easy to clean!

Size: 2L

Colour: Black

Key features:

  • 60-minute timer
  • Temperature range of 90-200 degrees
  • Automatic shutoff
  • Removable basket and dishwasher safe cooking tray for easy clean

06

Tefal Dolci Black Knight Ice Cream Maker

$299.95 (usually $349.95) at Tefal

Create delicious frozen treats at home with the compact Tefal Dolci Ice Cream Maker. Designed to save space on your benchtop, it fits easily into any kitchen while still delivering smooth, creamy ice cream, gelato, sorbet and more.

The 1-Step Perfector technology ensures perfect results in one simple process, and the auto rinse program makes clean-up quick and easy.

Size: 17.5 x 30.5 x 38.5 cm, 1.4L

Colour: Black

Key features:

  • 10 programs in one
  • Bonus 3x 250kg tins of Nestlé Nesquik: Banana, Chocolate & Strawberry
  • Includes 3x bowls, 3x cover lids, 1x spoon
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