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Cuisinart

Vegetable & Fruit Chopper

"I love it. I can see why some people would love it for a quick salad maker. I used it to chop up little home fries. I can see myself making little fruit salads mid-day."

Chef'n

Salad Chopper

"Eli Rallo was right: this kitchen gadget is ridiculously useful. The chopper is a handy tool that can quickly and easily chop lettuce without any knife blades. It has a comfortable grip, no sharp surfaces, and is dishwasher safe, making it a convenient option for dorm rooms and college kitchens."

Nordic Ware

Microwaveable Ramen Cooker

"This ramen noodle cooker is a game-changer for anyone craving a quick and delicious bowl of noodles. Designed to fit a standard pack of ramen, it offers plenty of space to ensure your noodles cook evenly in just two minutes. The best part? It's not just microwave-friendly cookware — it doubles as the bowl, making cleanup a breeze."

lauren alexander designs

Produce Savers

"These silicone produce savers keep things fresh, are easy to clean, and are very versatile in terms of using them with various produce. As someone who loves sustainability and trying environmentally-friendly products, I would buy them again. They are also really cute and easy gifts for other sustainable-loving friends. "

Dash

Mug Ice Cream Maker

"The Dash My Mug Ice Cream Maker is great for those sharing a fridge with roommates. The potential combinations of ingredients are endless when it comes to this machine — you can make ice cream, sorbet, slush, and smoothie bowls all under 30 minutes."

OXO

Crisper Fridge Inserts

"After tucking the crisper into one of my produce drawers, I noticed produce all over my fridge staying fresher for longer. Apples stayed firm, and carrots and celery avoided the dreaded slimy texture. The most convenient feature is the built-in self-timer that reminds you exactly when to swap out the insert."

Primula Products

Cold Brew Maker

"This cold brew coffee pitcher couldn't be easier to use. You just dump your desired amount of coffee grounds in, add the appropriate amount of water, and let the pitcher chill in the fridge for at least 12 hours. It's a total money-saver — compared to my usual coffee runs, this pitcher paid for itself after just three uses."

Dash MultiMaker

Mini Waffle Maker & GRIDDLE

"The Dash Multimaker is a renaissance gadget. The compact size is great for storage and for making waffles. If you’re feeling adventurous, try making breakfast sandwiches or omelettes with the griddle plates!"

W&P

Microwave Popcorn Popper

"The silicone popcorn popper performs very well. It is super easy to clean and allows for so much creativity with making popcorn. I put melted butter, salt, and pepper on the kernels before popping it and it turned out great."

Mrs. Anderson's

Adjustable Measuring Cup

"This adjustable measuring cup is super user-friendly. It can measure up to 2 cups for liquids and solids, which makes it super versatile. Instead of having 10 different measuring cups out while baking, you’ll only have one."

Hamilton Beach

Egg Bite Maker

"I’m not a big cook at all, but it was really simple for me to use. It allowed me to cook something I don’t usually have the ability to make without it being really complicated and messy. I really appreciated the variety of ingredients you can include. Some days, I just used an egg and cheese mixture. Other days, I added sausage and vegetables."

We asked college students, dove into TikTok trends, and scoured the web to find the kitchen gadgets every student needs in their life. Then, our student writers rolled up their sleeves and put them to the ultimate test: surviving the chaos of a college kitchen. The result? A list of must-have gadgets that make cooking easier, are worth every penny, and totally live up to the hype.

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Cuisinart

Vegetable & Fruit Chopper

Chef'n

Salad Chopper

Nordic Ware

Microwaveable Ramen Cooker

Lauren Alexander Designs

Produce Savers

W&P

Microwave Popcorn Popper

Mrs. Anderson's

Adjustable Measuring Cup

Hamilton Beach

Egg Bite Maker

Dash

Mug Ice Cream Maker

OXO

Crisper Fridge Inserts

Primula Products

Cold Brew Maker

Dash MultiMaker

Mini Waffle Maker & Griddle

TESTED BY Emma F., Pace University

Tested by Julia L., Virginia Tech

Tested by Sophia W., Rutgers University

Tested by Kennedy D., Seton Hall University

Tested by Maria S., Kent State University

Tested by Amanda S., The University of Maryland

Tested by Ashlynne S., Stephens College

Tested by Amanda B., Boston University

Half-pint portions make this an easy-to-store gadget!

Comes with reusable chopsticks, too!

This salad cutter's serrated nylon blades are designed to prevent your lettuce and greens from wilting or browning at the edges.

Includes a small & large blade grid, chopping cover, collection container, and cleaning tool.

At under 8 inches tall, this cold brew maker is compact enough to fit in your dorm fridge.

The collapsible design makes it easy to store and saves valuable space.

Cooks egg bites in less than 10 minutes.

The built-in squeegee and stopper make it perfect for measuring liquids like oil, honey, butter, or mayo with ease.

The replaceable carbon filter absorbs ethylene gas and lasts up to 90 days.

The mini griddle plate makes bacon, eggs, sausage, and pancakes, plus burgers and chicken.

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Editor: Felicia LaLomia • Designer: Addie Abujade © Her Campus Media 2024.

Tested by Sophia W., Rutgers University

Tested by Kennedy D., Seton Hall University

Tested by Julia L., Virginia Tech

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Why we Love IT - Emma F., Pace University

Why we Love IT - Maria S., Kent State University

Why we Love IT - Ashlynne S., Stephens College

Why we Love IT - Kennedy D., Seton Hall University

Why we Love IT - Julia L., Virginia Tech

Why we Love IT - Amanda S., The University of Maryland

Why we Love IT - Emma F., Pace University

Why we Love IT - Amanda B., Boston University

Why we Love IT - Kennedy D., Seton Hall University

Why we Love IT - Julia L., Virginia Tech

Why we Love IT - Sophia W., Rutgers University