It’s rare to find a specialized kitchen appliance that you use every single day, but I swear I’ve found that unicorn in the Chefman Everything Maker. It’s become such a dependable mealtime solution that it’s become my go-to gift for folks who like to cook.

For Amazon’s October Prime Day, you can get it 33% off, bringing it to just $40. 

The normal list price of $60 already feels like a good deal for what this appliance can accomplish, which is, well, everything. Currently, the Concrete and Midnight colors are just $40 on Amazon, which makes the deal even sweeter. Here’s why it’s earned a permanent spot on my counter.

How I use my Chefman Everything Maker

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I’ve made crispy hash browns, gooey grilled cheese, breakfast sandwiches and perfectly golden pancakes — all in one compact machine. And it’s not just a breakfast tool. I’ve used it for late-night quesadillas and quick lunches more times than I can count in the past few weeks. 

The design is intuitive, easy to store upright (although I rarely put it away) and surprisingly durable. No extra bells and whistles here. It’s just a well-made, easy-to-use appliance that works every time.

The Chefman Everything Maker lives up to its name by offering a versatile, all-in-one cooking tool that fits easily on a countertop. With a 12-inch nonstick cooking surface and a slim, compact design, it’s well-suited for small kitchens or anyone looking to simplify meal prep. I’ve found it particularly convenient for cooking breakfast foods like eggs and pancakes with the lid open, then switching to grilled sandwiches or quesadillas with the lid closed. 

It also heats quickly and evenly, reaching up to 428 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius), which is enough for searing, sautéing or even light grilling. I made a summer flatbread (with burrata, pesto and prosciutto) over the weekend and used the Everything Maker to lightly sear some peaches to add as a topping. They came out perfectly. 

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Cleanup is another strong point. The nonstick surface wipes down easily after use (no scrubbing or soaking required), making it a reliable go-to for quick weekday meals. 

The Everything Maker also comes with a digital cookbook with 16 chef-crafted recipes, which I’ve used as inspiration for trying new dishes beyond my usual routine. While it doesn’t replace every kitchen tool, the Everything Maker handles a surprising variety of tasks in a compact footprint.

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My buying advice

Whether you’re shopping for a gift or looking to level up your own culinary skills, the Chefman Everything Maker is a surprisingly versatile little appliance. Even at full price, it offers solid value and delivers big on convenience. At $20 off, $40 gets even better.

The Chefman Everything Maker is sold out on the Chefman website currently,  but it’s still worth checking Chefman’s website from time to time since they run promotions regularly.

Macy is a writer on the AI Team. She covers how AI is changing daily life and how to make the most of it. This includes writing about consumer AI products and their real-world impact, from breakthrough tools reshaping daily life to the intimate ways people interact with AI technology day-to-day. Macy is a North Carolina native who graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a BA in English and a second BA in Journalism. You can reach her at mmeyer@cnet.com.

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