In the age of Instagram and targeted advertising, homeware devices that purport to make your life easier cost about a dime. That being said, innovations are not created equally, and there are a few key ones that are worth your time. D Home Editorial Director Jamie Roban Oliver shares her favorite (and tested!) home appliances, from countertop ovens and wine storage systems to herb farms and smart water monitors.
Coravin wine storage system
“As someone who doesn’t drink and likes to entertain, this allows me to pour a glass of wine and not waste the rest.”
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braava oven
“This countertop oven… Guess-free meals cooked to perfection every time. The camera allows you to check your progress from your phone. ”
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Simple Human Sensor Mirror Trio
“This was the best purchase I’ve ever made. This wireless makeup mirror helps keep my vanity tidy.”
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Eufy home doorbell camera
“The clarity of the sound and video of this doorbell overwhelms our competitors. And there’s no annual storage fee!”
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solo stove
“The warmth and ambience of a fire pit without any smoke, so you won’t end up smelling like an ashtray afterwards.”
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Coolant catch:3 wireless charging tray
“I love having everything live in one place. This leather valet and charging dock allows me to keep track of my bedside items.”
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Ooni Karu Pizza Oven
“Create restaurant-style stone oven pizza with this portable oven that heats up to 900 degrees and cooks in minutes.”
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Farm stand growing lettuce
“Here’s a garden I can go to in the back. Thanks to this self-watering, self-fertilizing planter, I have fresh herbs all year round.”
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