Luxury gifts: When is it worth it?
Spotting real quality in a world of high-priced items.
Material Integrity
At higher price points, you should be paying for better materials (leather, solid wood, high-end electronics) rather than just a brand name.
Longevity and Support
A luxury gift should come with a great warranty or the ability to be repaired over time.
A few picks to start with
These are filtered to match the guide's theme. Click any item for on-site details and a quick buying checklist.
Instant Pot Duo Plus 9-in-1 Multicooker, Pressure Cooker, Slow Cook, Rice Maker, Steamer, Sauté, Yogurt, Warmer & Sterilizer, Includes App With Over 800 Recipes, Stainless Steel, 6 Quarts
Electric Pressure Cookers•luxury
9 Cooking Functions: Pressure cook, slow cook, sauté, sous vide, steam, steralize, keep warm, make rice and yogurt—all in one appliance.
T-Fal Ultimate Hard Anodized Nonstick Cookware Set 17 Piece, Nonstick Pots and Pans Set with Fry Pan, Saucepans, Saute-Pan, Griddle, Dishwasher Safe, Black
Cookware Sets•luxury
Durable Construction: The hard anodized exterior and forged design of this hard anodized cookware set is built to stand the test of time. Titanium Non-stick coating keeps food sliding smoothly, making cooking easier and cleanup a breeze
Chef’sChoice 15XV EdgeSelect Professional Electric Knife Sharpener with 100-Percent Diamond Abrasives and Precision Angle Guides for Straight Edge and Serrated Knives, 3-Stage, Gray
Knife Sharpeners•luxury
CONVERT YOUR KNIVES: Ideal for converting traditional 20-degree factory edges of household knives into high performance Trizor XV 15-degree edges
De'Longhi Nespresso Vertuo Plus Coffee and Espresso Maker by De'Longhi, Grey
Espresso Machine & Coffeemaker Combos•luxury
SINGLE SERVE COFFEE MAKER: Single serve coffee or espresso at the touch of a button. Innovative programs and features such as 25 sec heat up and energy saving automatic shut off
T-fal 3.5L Stainless Steel Deep Fryer with Basket for Home Use, 1700W, Deep Fryer with Oil Filtration, Temp Control, Digital Timer
Deep Fryers•luxury
Oil Filtration System: Advanced technology automatically filters and stores oil in a sealed container ensuring easy cleanup and cost savings through reusable oil. Enjoy hassle-free deep frying with this innovative feature.
Nespresso Essenza Mini Espresso Machine by Breville, Piano Black
Semi-Automatic Espresso Machines•luxury
Note: 1)Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted.Please refer to user guide or user manual or user guide (provided below in PDF) before first use
Philips Premium Airfryer XXL with Fat Removal Technology, Black, HD9630/98
Air Fryers•luxury
The Philips Airfryer XXL is the healthiest way to fry, using little or no added oil to fry your favorite food. It's the only air fryer with fat removal technology that reduces and captures excess fat
Dash Chef Series Digital Sous Vide Bath - Sous Vide Machine for Steak, Poultry, Seafood & Vegetables - Includes Vacuum Pump, 10 Bags & Recipe Guide - 8.5 Quarts
Sous Vide Machines•luxury
Effortless, Gourmet Results: The Dash Chef Series Digital Sous Vide Bath makes it easy to achieve restaurant-quality meals at home with precise temperature control
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