I'm a pro-baker and these Wayfair deals on KitchenAid, Cuisinart and more are tempting my wallet — save up to 70%

This sleek appliance will reeeally come in handy on those hot and humid days when the last thing you feel like doing is turning on your full-sized oven. I actually own this toaster oven and it heats up in no time — plus, it saved my butt a few years ago when my regular oven decided to break the week before Thanksgiving! I've made everything from roasted vegetables to pies and cakes in it, and it doesn't make my kitchen feel like a sauna. 

"This is my favorite appliance!" exclaimed an enthusiastic user. "It heats up so fast that I use it as my preferred oven when I don't need a large-size baking dish. I've had it for a couple years now and it's still going strong. It's also more user-friendly than other toaster/convection ovens because the crumb tray slides out the front. Most models you have to turn the oven around to access the crumb tray from the rear, which is a pain, especially if you have limited space."

If your dull knives make you dread having to slice through a tomato, a new set is in order — and this one's nearly 70% off. It comes with an attractive wood block and includes a carving/slicing knife, chef knife, bread knife, santoku knife, utility knife, paring knife, steak knives and kitchen shears. Plus, it even has a built-in sharpener to keep everything nice and pointy. 

Time to toss out those crusty pans once and for all! If nonstick cookware is your preference, this 16-piece set has just about every vessel you'll need for preparing delicious homemade meals. You'll get two saucepans, three skillets, a sauté pan, stock pot, steamer basket, four glass lids and four wooden cooking utensils. But the best part? The Thermolon ceramic coating is PFAS-free and makes cleaning a breeze. Choose from three colors. 

"The way the food just slides from the pan is the most amazing feeling I didn't know I needed in my kitchen," wrote an impressed buyer. "Would definitely buy more."

If stainless steel is your thing, you can't go wrong with this stunning Cuisinart set that's had its price slashed by an unbelievable $440. It features a Dutch oven, stock pot, sauté pan, steamer basket, two saucepans, two frying pans and five lids, plus cool-touch handles to keep your hands safe. Did we mention this set can also go in the dishwasher?

Ask any culinary professional what their must-have kitchen tool is, and there's a good chance they'll respond with "a knife." And not just any knife — it has to be sturdy and sharp enough to withstand the most rigorous chopping sessions, a la this lovely German stainless steel blade. Its indentations help prevent food from sticking as you slice, while the curved handle was designed to feel comfortable in the hand. A quality knife can set you back $100 or more, so at just $30 (nearly 50% off), this one's a total steal.

"This has turned out to be both of our favorite knives in our house," raved a reviewer. "We use it all the time, for everything! It stays sharp, is easy to sharpen when needed and has an overall good feel in your hand when cutting. This is the knife you will be reaching for all the time!"

(Psst: Check out our roundup of the best knives and knife sets according to top chefs!)

Make meal prep an absolute cinch, thanks to this kitchen wonder that'll do all the slicing and dicing for you. Not only is it great for chopping up vegetables, but it also includes a shredding disc for carrots and cheese, as well as a dough blade should you want to try your hand at bread-making (it can knead up to two pounds of dough at a time!). 

"I really, really love this food processor," swooned a shopper. "I just upgraded from a cheap one I’ve been 'making work' for years — and oh my gosh, the difference is wild. This one is so quiet and so powerful."

Any home baker needs the basics, and this 10-piece set has that and more. It comes with not one, not two, but five cake pans in different shapes/sizes, plus two baking sheets, a loaf pan, cupcake/muffin tin and wire cooling rack. The slick nonstick coating helps ensure your baked goods slide out easily — some of the vessels can even be used for savory dishes like baked pastas and casseroles. 

As much as I adore my KitchenAid stand mixer for more involved baking projects, if it's a simple batch of cookies or brownies I'm making, I'm reaching for my handheld. This one weighs less than three pounds and has five speeds to choose from. But my favorite part? The extra-long beaters don't have that dreaded center post, which is such a pain to clean!

"The lowest setting is truly low," wrote a five-star fan. "Perfect for incorporating dry ingredients. Also, the cord swivels on the blender, making it wonderful for outlet location or left-handed people."

Smoothie season will be here before you know it, and if splurging on a Vitamix isn't in the cards, know that reviewers say this highly-rated Ninja really packs a punch. It uses Total Crushing Technology to blitz ice to a pulp for the smoothest of warm-weather beverages, and if silky-smooth soups and sauces are what you're after, look no further. It also has a giant 72-ounce pitcher — frozen margaritas at your house! 

"I was told I needed a Vitamix for the vegan sauces I make from nuts, whole dates, etc.," shared a Ninja warrior. "Nope, this workhorse does it all. Love the triple blades."

Still wondering what all of the hype surrounding Instant Pots is about? See the magic for yourself with this 6-quart multitasker, which can do everything from slow cooking and pressure cooking to sautéing, steaming and more. In fact, it's equipped with 28 smart cooking programs and, according to the brand, cooks food up to 70% faster than other methods. 

"I bought this a couple of weeks ago, and in that time, I've already made a pot roast, chicken and dumplings and even yogurt," shared a happy home cook. "This thing does everything, and it does it well. The included app is amazing, too. It makes things even easier, and that's saying something for an Instant Pot."