Kmart's $3 solution to boiling pot chaos—why didn’t we have this years ago?
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A strange little kitchen tool has caught Aussie shoppers off guard—but once they saw what it could do, they were sold.
The $3 gadget looks more like a toy than a cooking essential.
But it’s solving a messy and frustrating problem in a surprisingly clever way.
Kmart Australia quietly dropped a heat-resistant pot lid holder designed to keep saucepans from boiling over—without the need for a balancing act.
The blue, hand-shaped silicone tool props your lid open just enough to let steam escape, reducing pressure buildup and preventing spills on the stovetop.
Whether you’re mid-stir on a bubbling stew or need both hands free while cooking, the hands-free holder offered a practical solution for busy cooks.
Its compact shape fit most standard saucepan rims, making it a convenient addition to everyday kitchen routines.
‘Okay this is actually genius,’ one shopper commented.
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The unusual release followed another viral gadget from earlier this year: a $6 meat shredder that left social media divided.
That kitchen tool promised to make quick work of shredded chicken, beef or pork.
Users simply placed the meat inside, closed the lid, and turned using both hands to shred meat in seconds.
‘Do I need it? Probably not. Do I want it? Absolutely!’ a shopper said.
Another added: ‘People like me who have disabilities and issues with dexterity, grip, strength, etc would love this. If you don’t need it, don’t buy it.’
But not everyone was convinced.
Critics questioned whether the device was necessary, arguing that two forks did the job just fine.
‘Two forks for the win! This thing would be impossible to clean,’ one person commented.
‘How lazy can we get?’ another said.
Despite the backlash, the chicken shredder sold out across the country—but has since made its return to store shelves.
If you’re loving clever little kitchen gadgets that promise to make life easier, it’s worth knowing not all of them are winners.
While some items earn glowing reviews and fly off the shelves, others spark frustration and regret soon after purchase.
Source: TikTok/hairandmakeupwithallison
Here’s one case where a $3 buy from Kmart didn’t quite live up to the hype.
Read more: This $3 'Cute' Kitchen Gadget from Kmart Is a Must-Avoid, Warns Shopper
Sometimes it’s the smallest kitchen tools that end up making the biggest difference—would you give one a try?
The $3 gadget looks more like a toy than a cooking essential.
But it’s solving a messy and frustrating problem in a surprisingly clever way.
Kmart Australia quietly dropped a heat-resistant pot lid holder designed to keep saucepans from boiling over—without the need for a balancing act.
The blue, hand-shaped silicone tool props your lid open just enough to let steam escape, reducing pressure buildup and preventing spills on the stovetop.
Whether you’re mid-stir on a bubbling stew or need both hands free while cooking, the hands-free holder offered a practical solution for busy cooks.
Kmart’s $3 gadget keeps pots from boiling over. Image source: Kmart
Its compact shape fit most standard saucepan rims, making it a convenient addition to everyday kitchen routines.
‘Okay this is actually genius,’ one shopper commented.
Source: Instagram/ourlifeinmelbourne
The unusual release followed another viral gadget from earlier this year: a $6 meat shredder that left social media divided.
That kitchen tool promised to make quick work of shredded chicken, beef or pork.
Users simply placed the meat inside, closed the lid, and turned using both hands to shred meat in seconds.
‘Do I need it? Probably not. Do I want it? Absolutely!’ a shopper said.
Another added: ‘People like me who have disabilities and issues with dexterity, grip, strength, etc would love this. If you don’t need it, don’t buy it.’
But not everyone was convinced.
Critics questioned whether the device was necessary, arguing that two forks did the job just fine.
‘Two forks for the win! This thing would be impossible to clean,’ one person commented.
‘How lazy can we get?’ another said.
Despite the backlash, the chicken shredder sold out across the country—but has since made its return to store shelves.
If you’re loving clever little kitchen gadgets that promise to make life easier, it’s worth knowing not all of them are winners.
While some items earn glowing reviews and fly off the shelves, others spark frustration and regret soon after purchase.
Source: TikTok/hairandmakeupwithallison
Here’s one case where a $3 buy from Kmart didn’t quite live up to the hype.
Read more: This $3 'Cute' Kitchen Gadget from Kmart Is a Must-Avoid, Warns Shopper
Sometimes it’s the smallest kitchen tools that end up making the biggest difference—would you give one a try?
