Kidde Fire Extinguisher for Kitchen, Residential, Single-Use, 711A

Finding a fire extinguisher specifically rated and designed for kitchen use is harder than it should be. Most of what you see on shelves is generic ABC dry chemical, which works but isn't ideal for grease fires and can make a serious mess of your cooking area. This Kidde is built for exactly that scenario, and that specificity is why I bought it. The sodium bicarbonate agent is what sets it apart for kitchen duty. It handles flammable liquids and cooking grease, and the proprietary nozzle is designed to cut down on oil splash, which matters when you're dealing with a grease fire. Spraying the wrong thing on a grease fire, or even spraying the right thing too aggressively, can spread it fast. The fact that someone thought about nozzle design for this application is a good sign. It's single-use and residential, so be clear-eyed about that. Use it once and you're buying another one. But for a kitchen extinguisher that you hope you never actually need, that's fine. The pressure indicator is easy to read, the wall mount bracket makes placement straightforward, and the pull pin is simple enough that you won't be fumbling in a panic. The aluminum body keeps it light, the handle is comfortable, and at 2.5 lbs it's not going to strain anyone to grab it in a hurry. UL Listed, 6-year warranty, non-toxic agent that won't ruin your appliances if you use it. If you've been putting off getting a kitchen extinguisher because everything you found felt wrong for the application, this is the one to get.

Great little duo pack for our house! Perfect size, weight is not too heavy and gives the reassurance we have the safety we need in case of emergency.

This extinguisher is the right size for easy storage access and quick use in a kitchen. It is also the only one sold that won't damage expensive kitchen appliances. It also has a long unused service life making it very reliable in spite of its low price. I also have a large commercial grade extinguisher nearby, but this one will be the first "go to" if ever needed. Be sure to get a discount on your homeowners policy for having fire extinguishers.

Smart and great little insurance to have. For small fires ( Thank God I have yet to use it). Small enough to fit in confined places and easy to operate, They fit in most places and are out of the way. They are also color coded. White for kitchen fires and Red for most other fires. Can't go wrong with these. They also have a round clear window so you can check if it has enough pressure. Keep in mind, These are for small fires, any major or spreading flame should be an immediate call to your local fire department. Small grease fires or paper bin fires are the best use for these. A definite must have for any home.

Thankfully, I haven't had to actually use these yet, but both extinguishers feel well made and are nice and compact. They’re easy to store under a sink or in a closet without taking up much space. Kidde is pretty much the brand I go with when it comes to fire extinguishers, so I feel good having these around the house. Hopefully they'll stay there as emergency equipment and never actually have to be used, but it's nice having them on hand just in case.