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Scary Mommy 2026 Readers' Choice Awards Best Countertop Appliance Brand

After all, you don’t want to clear off coveted countertop space for just any appliance.

by Team Scary Mommy

You don’t want to clear off coveted countertop space for just any appliance. No, no you want to make it count. From coffee makers to air fryers, and loads in between, here are some of our favorite countertop appliance brands that help make life easier and sweeter.

Scary Mommy’s readers have spoken! Congratulations to our top countertop appliance brands:

What Scary Mommy readers love about Cuisinart:

  • LOVE my Cuisinart! It’s dependable and looks like it belongs on the counter all the time.
  • Mine is a powerhouse and has lasted for many years. A high quality purchase that defines 💲well spent.
  • Our Cuisinart food processor cuts my prep time in half. It’s the secret 🦸 of my kitchen!
  • Mine is quiet and blends extremely well. Compact and looks great on my counter!

2. SMEG

What Scary Mommy readers love about SMEG:

  • It looks so cute on my countertop! Beyond that, it's unmatched in functionality and has lasted me years.
  • SMEG's Italian craftsmanship and colorful design make it an obvious standout. Plus, with their large appliances, I can make my whole kitchen feel cohesive.
  • Completely elevates my kitchen’s aesthetic. I intentionally leave my retro kettle on the counter instead of tucking it away!

What Scary Mommy readers love about CAFÉ™:

  • It’s CAFÉ’s commitment to customization and quality. Ours looks fantastic and functions like a champ!
  • We love the look! It’s a true conversation piece in our kitchen–like something you’d get from a high-end designer.
  • So sleek AND beautiful. My CAFÉ helps me romanticize my everyday life, and it’s so amazingly reliable!

5. Dreo

Photos Courtesy of Cuisinart, Dreo, KitchenAid, Vitamix