The 23 Best Amazon Labor Day Kitchen Deals You Can Still Get

Shop them before they’re gone.

Labor Day weekend is the perfect time to relax, start planning the cozy fall recipes you want to make, and, of course, score some serious bargains for your kitchen before the season turns. Every time a holiday weekend rolls around, we like to check out the kitchen sales to find discounts on the best gear we’ve vetted. After poking around Amazon’s Labor Day sale, we detected deals on the very best Dutch oven from Le Creuset, Made In’s superior stainless steel skillet, a Gozney pizza oven that helped us make Neapolitan-style pies with ease, and more kitchen finds you shouldn’t miss out on.  

The Best Amazon Labor Day Weekend Deals, at a Glance:

• The Very Best Dutch Oven: Le Creuset 5.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
• The Best Stand Mixer for Casual Bakers: KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer
• The Best Keurig Coffee Maker: Keurig K-Supreme Single-Serve K-Cup Coffee Maker
• The Best Stainless Steel Skillet: Made In 12-Inch Skillet
• A Fancy New Vitamix Blender: Vitamix Ascent X2
• The Best Dry Food Storage Containers: Rubbermaid Brilliance Storage Containers
• The Best Water Filter Pitcher: LifeStraw Home Water Filter Pitcher
• The Best Insulated Tumbler in Any Size: Yeti Rambler 42-Ounce Straw Mug
• The Best Electric Can Opener: Kitchen Mama Auto Electric Can Opener
• An Outdoor Pizza Oven We Love: Gozney Roccbox Outdoor Pizza Oven

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  The Very Best Dutch Oven: Le Creuset 5.5-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven

  $420 $280 at Amazon

  Le Creuset’s Dutch oven is a kitchen MVP that we’ve recommended for years. It can tackle a multitude of meal-prep tasks, including making hearty stews, roasting chicken, and baking sourdough. Crafted from cast iron and scratch-resistant enamel, this editor-loved essential heats quickly and gives meats a beautifully burnished crust—and it still looks good after several years of use. Amazon’s Le Creuset sale includes the classic flame color for 32% off.

  We Tested 22 Dutch Ovens to Find the Best Ones for Stews, Braises, and Loads More

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  The Best Stand Mixer for Casual Bakers: KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer

  $500 $400 at Amazon

  For the average home baker, the KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer does a fantastic job at creaming butter, whipping heavy cream, and making cake batter. Its smaller frame takes up less counter space than its bulkier 7-quart sibling (the winner of our tests), and it doesn’t move much while in use, as long as you don’t knead too quickly. Shop now to save $100 on the stand mixer and its four included attachments: a paddle, a whisk, a dough hook, and a splash guard.

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  The Best Keurig Coffee Maker: Keurig K-Supreme Single-Serve K-Cup Coffee Maker

  $190 $150 at Amazon

  Though we’ve been skeptical of Keurig machines in the past, you can’t argue that the brand’s single-serve coffee makers are convenient and perfectly acceptable for many coffee drinks. Our top Keurig machine, the space-saving K-Supreme, is perfect for anyone with limited counter space. But don’t let its small size fool you—this mini machine packs quite a punch. It can brew 6 to 12 ounces of coffee in a flash, and if you prefer your beverage cold, it has a mode specifically for brewing coffee over ice.

  To Find the Best Single-Serve Coffee Makers, We Made More Than 45 Cups of Coffee

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  The Best Stainless Steel Skillet: Made In 12-Inch Skillet

  $138 $119 at Amazon

  We tested skillets in a range of materials and determined that Made In’s pan is a stainless steel superstar. It heats evenly, gives chicken a golden brown sear, and has a comfortable, round handle that lets us toss and sauté with precision and control. Oven safe up to 800°F, this durable 12-inch skillet is a bit cheaper than usual at Amazon’s Labor Day sale.

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  A Fancy New Vitamix: Vitamix Ascent X2

  $550 $500 at Amazon

  There are a lot of Vitamix blenders on the market, but if you want one that truly has all of the bells and whistles, you want the Ascent X2. This newer model has an easy-to-navigate digital control panel with 10 speed settings and three blending programs (smoothies, frozen desserts, and soups). We found that it’s a solid performer, especially for blitzing nut butter and making hot soup. We also think the tamper holder at the side of the base is an especially nice touch.

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  The Best Dry Food Storage Containers: Rubbermaid Brilliance Storage Containers

  $50 $32 at Amazon

  These Rubbermaid Brilliance containers are hands-down our favorite for storing dry food. The airtight, leakproof set guarantees that nuts, cereal, flour, sugar, candy, and whatever else you store stay fresh. The stackable containers are a great pantry organization tool, and we find the lids to be very secure.

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  The Best Insulated Tumbler in Any Size: Yeti Rambler 42-Ounce Straw Mug

  $45 $36 at Amazon

  The Yeti Rambler is a joy to drink from, no matter what size you choose. It has great cold retention, and the straw has a bumper on the bottom to prevent it from slipping out of the lid. Despite not having a silicone stopper, we found that it prevented leaks shockingly well. And even though we’ve dropped this tumbler many times, the only damage was a few chips in the handle’s coating. 

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  A Bigger Version of Our Favorite Multifunctional Slow Cooker: Instant Pot Pro 8-Quart Slow Cooker

  $200 $160 at Amazon

  We tested the 6-quart model of the Instant Pot Pro, which did a wonderful job at slow cooking, turning out perfectly creamy, buttery beans and pulled pork that fell apart and wasn’t stringy. Because the Pro is designed for pressure cooking, the outside of the machine stayed cool while it was in use, which isn’t always the case with slow cookers. Ahead of big holiday meals, grab the larger, 8-quart size that’s on sale for Labor Day. 

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  The Best Instant-Read Thermometer: Thermoworks Thermapen ONE

  $119 $101 at Amazon

  Nearly every one of our editors owns the Thermapen ONE, and for good reason: It’s the gold standard of instant-read thermometers. We found that it’s more accurate than any thermometer we’ve tested, plus, it delivers readings in a flash and has an auto-rotating screen and backlight. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, you’ll want to score this game-changing tool while it’s discounted during Amazon’s Labor Day sale.

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  The Best Water Filter Pitcher: LifeStraw Home Water Filter Pitcher

  $50 $40 at Amazon

  Most of the water filter pitchers we tested were strictly utilitarian, but the LifeStraw pitcher has an elegant design that looks lovely on any dining table. Crafted from BPA-free plastic, the tall, slender pitcher holds up to 10 cups of water and takes up little space in the refrigerator. Its tight-fitting lid features a slide top for easy refills, and the pitcher’s smooth lip makes for spill-free pours. The NSF-certified filter reduces bacteria, lead, chlorine, mercury, and other unwanted elements for pure, clean sips every time. LifeStraw’s water filter pitcher is currently $40 during Amazon’s Labor Day sale.

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  An Excellent Espresso Machine Under $500: Gaggia Classic Pro Espresso Machine

  $499 $449 at Amazon

  A longtime editor favorite and review winner, the Gaggia Classic Pro pours a great shot. The single-boiler model is built similarly to a commercial espresso machine and offers more control over brewing variables such as water temperature. Though it took a few minutes to heat up, the steam wand was powerful and we were able to pour latte art. The Gaggia Classic Pro’s intuitive interface is easy to operate, and we think it’s ideal for espresso lovers who want to tinker with their temperature options.

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  The Best Rice Cooker for Control Freaks: Cuckoo Micom 6-Cup Rice Cooker

  $100 $72 at Amazon

  If you’re particular about rice texture, the Cuckoo gives you complete control over the cooking process. Though it has pre-programmed settings for long-grain, brown, and glutinous rice, you can also customize how long to heat the rice, the water temperature setting, and how long the rice soaks before cooking. We found that the Cuckoo did an excellent job at making jasmine and basmati rice, but it’s so much more than a rice cooker. It also has settings for multicooking, steaming dumplings and veggies, and making porridge and baby food. It even has a cleaning function that sterilizes the interior. 

  To Find the Best Rice Cookers, We Tested 23 of Them and Made Countless Batches of Rice

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  The Best Budget Food Processor: Cuisinart 14-Cup Food Processor

  $320 $260 at Amazon

  This Cuisinart food processor is all about simplicity. It was the easiest model we tested, with only two control buttons: on/stop and pulse. It also comes with just an S-blade and two disks; one for slicing, the other for grating. The Cuisinart doesn’t have a lot of bells and whistles, and it doesn’t need them. It did an excellent job at slicing potatoes, shredding mozzarella, whipping up mayonnaise, and kneading pizza dough. It’s the least expensive model we tested and is worth every penny.

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  The Best Electric Can Opener: Kitchen Mama Auto Electric Can Opener

  $40 $30 at Amazon

  Ideal for those with limited hand strength, Kitchen Mama’s compact electric can opener passed our tests with flying colors. We used it on a variety of cans in different sizes, and it whizzed around them, quickly removing lids without leaving sharp edges. Unlike countertop electric can openers and clunky hand-turn models, this ergonomically designed beauty is a cinch to store.

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  A Really Great Popcorn Machine: Dash Hot Air Popcorn Popper

  $25 $22 at Amazon

  Available in a variety of fun colors, Dash’s Hot Air Popcorn Popper is perfect for movie nights or a quick snack. We found that it made very good popcorn with a low percentage of unpopped kernels. The lid features a measuring cup that doubles as a butter warmer, but we found that it made the popcorn a bit soggy and chewy. We suggest heating butter on the stovetop or in the microwave instead.

  We Tried 11 Popcorn Makers to Find the Best Ones with the Least Amount of Unpopped Kernels

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  The Best Deep Fryer: All-Clad Easy Clean Pro 3.5-Liter Electric Deep Fryer

  $250 $200 at Amazon

  All-Clad doesn’t just make great pans — the iconic brand also makes an excellent air fryer. The Easy Clean Pro did a wonderful job at making golden brown deep-fried pickles, French fries, and fried chicken. The machine is also self-filtering and self-draining, funneling the clean used oil into a container so it can be reused. That’s a huge win for home cooks who don’t want to deal with liters of used oil. We also love that the machine has a deep yet narrow design, so it won’t eat up too much counter space. Currently 20% off, this All-Clad find won’t last long on sale.

  We Tested 6 Deep Fryers to Find the Best for Crispy, Crunchy Food

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  An Outdoor Pizza Oven We Love: Gozney Roccbox Outdoor Pizza Oven

  $500 $400 at Amazon

  If you want to make Neapolitan-style pizza from scratch, you need an outdoor pizza oven. Unlike a kitchen stove, a pizza oven can reach temperatures as high as 1000°F, which gives dough a spotted, crisp crust. The weatherproof Gozney Roccbox can be heated using gas, wood, or charcoal, and it’s able to maintain wood-fired oven temperatures throughout the cooking process. We found that it’s easy to use, reliable, and doesn’t require a lot of monitoring, so you can enjoy homemade pizza nights with family and friends without hovering over the oven.

  The 8 Best Outdoor Pizza Ovens for Making Beautiful, Wood-Fired Pies Without Leaving Your Backyard

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  The Best Single-Serve Coffee Maker: Kalita Wave Dripper

  $29 $19 at Amazon

  The Kalita Wave Dripper aced our pour-over tests, thanks to its narrow base that creates a deeper bed depth for coffee grounds. That means more even saturation, better flow restriction, and consistent extraction. The result? A smooth cup of coffee with no bitterness. The Kalita Wave Dripper was the least expensive of all the single-serve coffee makers we tested, and at $19, it’s one of the best Amazon Labor Day deals we’ve seen.

  To Find the Best Single-Serve Coffee Makers, We Made More Than 45 Cups of Coffee

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  The Best Immersion Circulator with Onboard Display: Anova Precision Cooker Sous Vide

  $230 $140 at Amazon

  Immersion circulators make cooking easier because they hold a water bath at a consistent temperature. We liked the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 for its large onboard display, simple interface, and accurate temperature control. It’s also quiet and has an adjustable clamp that can fit on a variety of vessels, including stockpots and Dutch ovens, letting you prep salmon, chicken breasts, and soft-cooked eggs to perfection. Grab it on sale for 40% off. 

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  The Best Juicer for Lemons and Limes: Chef’n FreshForce Citrus Juicer

  $25 $18 at Amazon

  A longtime favorite of our editors, the Chef’n FreshForce Citrus Juicer has a deep, ridged cup to hold lemons and limes in place, with slotted holes that allow juice to flow out without seeds getting in. A dual-hinged, leveraged mechanism makes squeezing a breeze and much easier on the wrist. Just $18 during Amazon’s Labor Day sale, this juicer is ideal for lemons and limes, but Chef’n also makes a larger model just for oranges (it’s 30% off).

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  A Larger Version of a Pan We Love: USA Pan Bakeware Rectangular Pan

  $28 $25 at Amazon

  Of all the nonstick baking pans we tested, USA Pan’s 8-inch square pan was the best. The rectangular pan features all the same qualities we love, and it’s currently on sale for $25. It has rolled edges for a better grip when transferring it to and from the oven and a clear, nonstick silicone coating; plus, it isn’t prone to hot spots or uneven baking. Whether you’re making cakes, blondies, or brownies, this pan delivers bakery-quality results every time.

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  The Best Budget Wooden Cutting Board: Ironwood Gourmet End Grain Wood Cutting Board

  $106 $90 at Amazon

  This beautiful acacia wood cutting board is high in silica, a natural component of wood, which could mean it’ll be tougher on your knives. Still, we found that the lightweight board didn’t dull our chef’s knife, even after 200 strokes. To keep the Ironwood in top form, it should be hand-washed and thoroughly dried after each use, and coated with food-grade mineral oil every few weeks. One of our testers reports that their cutting board has held up well for years. 

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  The Best Charcoal Grill for Beginners: Weber Performer Deluxe Charcoal Grill

  $699 $599 at Amazon

  The Weber Performer Deluxe ignites with the push of a button, eliminating any fears you may have about lighting a charcoal grill. In our tests, steaks were beautifully browned, and chicken had a smoky, crispy skin. We also liked the grill’s design, which includes a cart for holding food, a built-in digital thermometer, a charcoal storage bin, tool hooks, and a storage shelf. Cleaning the grill was effortless, thanks to a fan-style system that pushes ashes into a catch bin below.

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FAQs

When is Labor Day 2025?

Labor Day falls on the first Monday of September every year. This year, it’s September 1. Labor Day weekend technically starts on Saturday, August 30, but you can find early Labor Day sales on kitchen gear happening now. 

Does Amazon deliver on Labor Day?

Yes, Amazon delivers packages on Labor Day. Delays are more likely around holidays and big sales events, though, so if you have your eye on something, buy it early.

Why We’re the Experts

• Mark Marino is a writer for Serious Eats.
• He’s been testing and reviewing kitchen products since 2019.
• We conduct rigorous product testing to find our favorite kitchen gear. During big sales events (like Labor Day weekend!), we comb through the discounts to find the best deals on the products we actually recommend.