The short answer on how to upgrade your kitchen appliances: start with an induction cooktop, an ENERGY STAR dishwasher and refrigerator, then a one-second instant-read thermometer, a countertop convection oven, and a hood that vents outside. Contents How we compared 1. Induction cooktop or range 2. ENERGY STAR certified dishwasher 3. ENERGY STAR certified refrigerator 4. ThermoWorks Thermapen ONE instant-read thermometer 5. Countertop convection and air-fry oven 6. Vented range hood Which one fits you Key facts ENERGY STAR certified electric cooking products are 18% more efficient on average than standard electric models. (Electric Cooking Products | ENERGY STAR) Induction transfers about 85% of heating energy into the cookware, versus…