The draining spout can move between three different positions to adapt to your sink’s layout, and the tray has both raised ribs to prevent water from piling up on the bottom. There are also steel prongs to hold items up so they won’t scratch. There’s a limited amount, however, so this may be ideal for smaller households.

This multifunctional piece of kitchen gear unfurls over your sink when you need a place for hand-washed dishes to air dry and then rolls up for easy storage. It’s made with stainless steel, which makes it sturdy enough to hold even your heaviest pots and pans. It also creates space for drip-drying your delicate china, ceramic, and porcelain items. The tradeoffs: If you’re dealing with an irregular faucet or a cabinet over your sink, you’ll have to verify that the sizing will be compatible. The tradeoffs: The setup is a bit too tight to accommodate rounded plates or more than a couple bowls. NON-SLIP RUBBER FEET】: There are 5 anti-slip rubber feet at the bottom, keep the kitchen drainer in balance and stay stably in place. They perfectly prevent slipping and tilting, while protect your countertop and sink from scratching. SELF-DRAINING: The angled drainboard directs water right into the sink without pooling, allowing for smooth draining and keeping countertops dry. Plus, it’s removable for easy cleaning.The author of this roundup, Joy Manning, is a food writer and recipe developer. Her work has appeared in many publications including The Philadelphia Inquirer and The Washington Post. She’s the author of " Almost Meatless" and " Stuff Every Cook Should Know." The subtly angled design encourages the water that drains from your dishes to flow where you want it and not make a mess on your counter. When it’s not in use, the spout snaps closed, preventing any remaining drips from escaping. Two movable utensil holders provide the perfect place to dry your knives, forks, and spoons. Its circular crown design is multifunctional. You can position large baking sheets or cutting boards across it, and you can use the spokes as holders for inverted glasses and mugs. Who it’s for: People who have double basins and would like to make use of the second sink while washing up. While you’re shopping, keep an eye out for other helpful features, like lots of capacity, dedicated spots for glasses and utensils, and rust resistance.

The tradeoffs: If you don’t have a double sink, you may need to remove dishes before running the faucet.