12 Walmart Kitchen Gadgets Under $15 That Work Better Than Luxury Brands

Is there anything more annoying than checking the price on a popular kitchen gadget just to do a double-take and dismiss the whole thing as out of hand expensive? Most folks don't need the pricier luxury brand kitchen accessories for standard everyday cooking, and sometimes the inexpensive "dupes" actually do the job better.

If you're looking to cut back on your budget while still keeping your kitchen in working order, try some of these Walmart shopping hacks and get the best deals for your kitchen for under $15.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $4.00

Silicone spatulas are great for not scratching up cookware like their metal counterparts, and they don't melt like the ones made of plastic. The Mainstays set of four contains silicone spatulas with wooden handles in bright colors for just $1 per spatula. High-end alternatives like Williams Sonoma have a boring white silicone set that is $29.95 for a set of five.

Price: $5.77

Buying pre-shredded cheese can add dollars onto your final bill, so it can be more economical in the long run to have a grater on hand to do it yourself. The simple classic design of a box grater starts at $32.95 at Crate & Barrel and goes all the way up to $45.95, depending on the model, while you can get everything you need in a box shredder for under $6 at Walmart.

Price: $5.97

Toss the plastic and upgrade to ceramic measuring spoons with a country floral design. You'll get a tablespoon as well as standard quarter-, half-, and full teaspoon measurers in bright colors with a beautiful pattern for less than $6. A set of plain stainless steel measuring spoons will run you $25, and that's without the pretty floral pattern.

Price: $14.60

A lazy Susan is the perfect way to keep all your favorite spices organized and within easy reach. This 10" bamboo version is double-tiered and coated in black paint for a sleek, modern look. Williams Sonoma offers a similar size but only has a single support beam, which can leave it unstable, and it's priced almost seven times higher at $99.95.

Price: $10.99 (on sale from $20.99)

There are two main problems with spice grinders: they're difficult to refill, and they don't hold enough. The attractive hourglass shape of these grinders offers a wide mouth for refilling salt and pepper and a large capacity, so you won't have partial refill containers cluttering your pantry. A similar set from Sur la Table is priced at $99.95 with no significant functional improvements from the Walmart option.

Price: $7.81 (on sale from $10.29)

A refillable spray mister for cooking oil saves money on disposable spray cans, and it also saves money on oil by ensuring none goes to waste. This Walmart option is made with stainless steel and food-grade glass and comes with a funnel for easy refilling and will set you back less than $8. A similar spray mister from Williams Sonoma costs almost four times as much and doesn't have the same features. The Walmart option offers a wide, non-slip button with a cap-less design that outshines the more expensive version.

Price: $14.99 (on sale from $32.99)

Everybody needs a system to organize pots and pans so they aren't a mess constantly spilling out of the cabinets. Walmart offers an expandable option that will fit any size cabinet, and has adjustable dividers to accommodate a variety of pots and pans. Grabbing a similar style from Crate & Barrel will hit your wallet with a $46 price tag, and it's not even expandable.

Price: $12.99

Unlike traditional can openers that slice through the top and leave behind sharp, jagged edges, this safety can opener cuts along the side of the can for a smooth, clean edge. It also features a built-in magnet that lifts the lid without spilling a drop. A similar version from Crate & Barrel — without the magnet — sells for $24.95.

Price: $12.44

This food scale measures accurately within 0.1 oz increments, can handle up to 11 lbs., has an easy-to-use touch button design, and has a blue-light backlit digital display for easy viewing. Buying a scale with similar features at Williams Sonoma would cost you $49.95, and the main difference for all that extra money is that it can measure up to 15 lbs.

Price: $12.00

It's not just lemonade you'll want to keep cool without diluting your beverage! This set of eight stainless steel ice cubes comes with a freezer tray and serving tongs, so your drinks will stay cool and look even cooler. Williams Sonoma sells a set of two nearly identical cubes for $29.95, so Walmart definitely has the better deal.

Price: $8.98 (on sale from $10.26)

Diamonds are a drink's best friend, or at least ice shaped like diamonds is. These silicone ice molds make two diamonds and two roses, so your beverages can be more fun. Grabbing an all diamonds version from Sur la Table will get you only two diamond molds for $16.

Price: $11.99

The best part of a cake is eating it, but the second-best part is decorating it. You can get a full set of cake decorating supplies that includes a 55-piece piping tip set, reusable piping bags, disposable bags, cake scrapers, converters, bag ties, and more from Walmart. Just a 60-piece piping tip set alone costs $44.95 from Sur la Table.

Everybody loves a high-quality luxury item, but there is no sense in paying a huge price for a brand name when a nearly identical product is available as an off-brand at Walmart. Avoid wasting your money on "luxury" brands that aren't really all that luxurious, and instead focus on the actual quality of the product to see if it's worth cracking open your wallet.