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Cookware Critic is where serious cooking meets honest gear reviews. We cut through the marketing fluff to bring you straight-up insights on kitchen appliances and cookware that actually work—whether you're whipping up a midnight Maggi or hosting a Sunday biryani showdown. We test, research, and obsess over everything from mixer grinders and OTGs to pressure cookers, pans, and air fryers. Our goal? Help you spend wisely, cook smarter, and avoid overpriced junk. This blog started with one simple idea: most people don’t need expensive, complicated appliances—they need reliable ones that fit their kitchen, budget, and cooking style. We’re here to make that choice easier. Every review is driven by real usage, not brand sponsorships. If a product is great, we’ll tell you why. If it’s garbage, we’ll tell you that too. Expect brutal honesty, detailed comparisons, and practical tips that make your kitchen life easier.

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