One of the biggest challenges is perhaps trying to buy or upgrade your kitchen appliances within a budget. Given that there are endless options out there with features that all seem essential, making the right choice becomes all the harder. It requires a lot of work to figure out what you need and what may not be useful to one.

Here are three budget-friendly kitchen appliances that can help you narrow down your search.

1. Refrigerators
If you want a top-performing refrigerator with sufficient storage space, then choose Haier HB21FC75. This cabinet-depth refrigerator costs about $2,000 and is well-known for steady temperature maintenance. You can also look at the LG LTCS20220, priced at just under $900 if you want a basic model with a top freezer and a capacity of 20.2 cubic feet. If you prefer a bottom-freezer type of refrigerator, then you can go for the Whirlpool WRB119WFB, priced at around $900. This model has a capacity of 18.7 cubic feet and is suitable for smaller kitchens with fewer requirements.

2. Gas stoves
One of the best-rated options under a budget of $500 is the Whirlpool WFG515SOE, replete with basic gas stove features. It is equipped with two powerful stoves and an oven that has the keep-warm mode and self-cleaning option. Samsung NX58K2210S, another model in the same price range, is only solid built and has a fifth burner, easing cooking in large pots. The oven has an efficient preheating feature and even allows cooking, making this model a great option for both gas and oven use. If you prefer an electric stove, then the Frigidaire FFEF3013L is the best you can get for under $600.

3. Dishwashers
A dishwasher can sometimes be too noisy. However, you can always go for a quitter one within a budget by picking the Bosch Ascenta SHX5AV5 that is priced at about $550. While it is a lower-end model from Bosch, it still is one of the best energy-saving choices with good washing arms. It can hold up to 13-14 place settings and has additional features such as half-load and overflow protection. If you want a dishwasher with high-tech features, then Maytag MDB4949 is the best choice for under $500. It has temperature controls, is built using a stainless steel tub, and has tiered racks with a holding capacity of 13 full-place settings. The best thing is that a pre-rinse is not required to start the cleaning. Another dishwasher with a top control option is the Whirlpool WDT720PAD that is priced below $500.

There are innumerable options out there when it comes to budget-friendly kitchen appliances. All you need to do is a little bit of research to get the perfect fit for your kitchen. The ultimate choice of appliance would rest on its utility value.