Our Favorite Gifts for 1- to 3-Year-Olds

Figuring out what to get a toddler can be tough, but our staff has some ideas for great gifts for 1- to 3-year-olds. Read on to learn what we recommend and why. | Continue reading


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The Best Hair Dryer

After over 35 hours researching and testing 15 hair dryers (and some extensive long-term testing), we're sure our pick is the best hair dryer. Read on to learn more. | Continue reading


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How to Keep Your Smart-Home Technology Secure From Domestic Abusers

Domestic abusers have learned how to use smart-home devices to harass their victims, but there are ways to protect yourself. Read on to learn how. | Continue reading


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The Best Spatulas

We spent over 40 hours researching and testing six different types of spatulas to find the best in each category. These are our top picks for each. | Continue reading


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The Best Ice Scraper and Snow Brush

We spent 40 hours researching and testing ice scrapers, including in the Ford facility where it tests its vehicles in extreme conditions. Here's what we found. | Continue reading


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The Best Sunrise Alarm Clock

We tested six sunrise alarm clocks to find the best models, with soothing dawn and dusk simulations, sleek designs, and a good price. Here's what we recommend. | Continue reading


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The Best Gear for Your Bug-Out Bag

Don't get a premade bug-out kit. See how to assemble one that meets your needs for water, nourishment, comfort, and more while you evacuate to a safe location. | Continue reading


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The Best Washer-Dryer Combo (But We Don’t Recommend It)

We can’t strongly recommend any washer-dryer combo. They take too long and often break down. But if you must get one, this model is your safest bet. | Continue reading


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The Best Single-DIN Bluetooth Car Stereo

We researched 122 single-DIN, Bluetooth-equipped car stereos and testing nine to find the best one for integrating with your phone. Here's what we recommend. | Continue reading


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The Best White Noise Machine

After 20 hours of research and testing with experts, we're confident the LectroFan by ASTI is the best white noise machine to help most people get to sleep. | Continue reading


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Our Favorite Tools for a Tricked-Out Halloween

From superior carving tools and candy buckets to twinkly lights and vampire fangs, read our suggestions to help make this Halloween both safer and spookier. | Continue reading


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The Best Cross-Training Shoes

We put more than 20 hours into lifting weights, sprinting, leaping, and doing circuit training in seven pairs of cross-training shoes. Here’s what we found. | Continue reading


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The Best Surround-Sound Speakers for Most People

After nearly 25 hours of research and more than 60 hours of audio testing, we think the ELAC Debut is the best surround sound speaker system for most people. | Continue reading


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The Best iPhone XS, XS Max, and X Cases

After testing new and favorite cases for the iPhone XS and XS Max, we’ve found the best ones to protect your phone. Read on to see our picks for every style. | Continue reading


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Gift Baskets That Don’t Suck

After taste testing 14 gift baskets, we think these seven unique options offer the best combination of taste, presentation, and value. Here’s why. | Continue reading


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The Best Gaming Laptop

We spent more than 60 hours researching and testing eight gaming laptops to find the best one. Here's what we recommend. | Continue reading


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The Best Space Heaters

We've spent 95 hours researching space heaters and tested more than three dozen models over the past six 6 years to find the best one. Read on to see our pick. | Continue reading


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The Best Food Dehydrator

We spent many hours drying 168 pounds of meat and produce to find the most even, efficient dehydrator. Read on to find out which one we recommend. | Continue reading


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The Best Webcams

We researched 19 top webcams and tested six, and the Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920 has the best picture, with great autofocus and white-balance adjustment. | Continue reading


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The Best Transcription Services

We tested services to find the best option for readable and affordable transcripts. Find out which AI-based and human transcription services we recommend. | Continue reading


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The Best Earbuds

We tested more than 120 wired earbuds and considered 150 more looking for models that sound fantastic, fit well, and are built to last. Here's what we found. | Continue reading


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Which iPhone Should I Get?

We spent weeks testing Apple's newest iPhones, the XS and XS Max. Read to learn which iPhone we think is best for you, as well as whether or not you should upgrade. | Continue reading


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The Best Bluetooth Kits for Every Car Stereo

We’re confident our pick is the best way to add Bluetooth audio to your car via an aux-in jack. See it plus picks for FM transmitters and speakerphones. | Continue reading


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The Best Winter Boots

After 100 hours of research and testing, we think we've found the best pair for most people. Read to see what we recommend. | Continue reading


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The Apple Watch Is the Best Smartwatch for iPhone Owners

After our tests of every version of the Apple Watch since the original, our current pick is the easiest recommendation we've made. Read on to find out why. | Continue reading


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The Best Fire Extinguisher

After 30 hours of research, and talking to eight experts in the fire-safety industry, we found the best fire extinguisher for your home. Read on to learn more. | Continue reading


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Small Bathroom Ideas

After 20 hours researching dozens of organizing solutions, we recommend these 14 things to maximize storage and keep small bathrooms clutter-free. | Continue reading


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The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards

We spent weeks poring over nearly 40 travel credit cards. Read on to learn which cards came out on top. | Continue reading


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The Best Hammer

After testing 10 new hammers in 2018, we're sticking with our existing pick. Read on to see why, plus the best straight claw hammer, the best small hammer, and more. | Continue reading


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The Best Comforter

After a combined 220 hours researching more than 100 comforters and testing dozens, we've found our favorite. Read on to learn which comforter we recommend. | Continue reading


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The Best Indoor Security Camera

We spent over a year testing 35 indoor W-Fi home security cameras. Read to see which camera we recommend based on its sharp video, continuous recording, and more. | Continue reading


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The Best Everyday Rain Jacket

We spent four weeks hiking, bushwhacking, mountaineering, and taking the trash out in the rain. Read to find out what we think is the best rain jacket for most people. | Continue reading


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The Best Wall Outlets With USB Charging Ports

After researching 14 wall outlets with USB charging ports and testing five, we recommend a model that has both USB-A and USB-C ports. Read on to learn more. | Continue reading


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The Best Tablet for Kids

After considering the needs of kids and parents, we've chosen the best all-around tablet for kids, plus a good cheap option. Read about our picks here. | Continue reading


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The Best Wireless Headset for the Office

After 60 hours of wireless office headset tests, we've picked the headset we’d save up to buy—it has the best microphone we tested. See our choice here. | Continue reading


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The Best Packing Cubes

We tested seven packing cubes sets and found Eagle Creek’s Pack-It Original Cube Set is the best. They’re easy to pack and built to last, and they zip smoothly. | Continue reading


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The Best Range Hoods on a Budget

After 30 hours of researching dozens of different range hoods, this is the basic, affordable model we recommend you check out first. Read on to learn more. | Continue reading


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The Best Flannel Sheets

We've spent 120 hours researching and testing flannel sheet sets to find the best options for cozying up during colder months. Here's what we recommend. | Continue reading


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The Best Home Bluetooth Speaker

After researching 27 Bluetooth speakers and testing 18 contenders, we think our pick is the best home Bluetooth speaker for most people. Read on to learn more. | Continue reading


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The Best Stand Mixer

We’ve spent over 50 hours testing stand mixers since 2013, and our pick can’t be beat. Read on to learn more about which mixer we recommend and how we tested. | Continue reading


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The Best Heating Pad

We talked to experts, read hundreds of reviews, and tested seven top heating pads to find the best one for most people. Here's what we learned. | Continue reading


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The Best Baby Bathtubs and Bath Seats

After 25 hours testing 10 baby bathtubs and bath seats with our own infants, we recommend these safe, easy to use, adaptable products. Read on to learn more. | Continue reading


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The Best Upright Carpet Cleaners

We tested eight upright carpet cleaners, and our pick was the only one that completely cleaned up our mess. Read on to learn more. | Continue reading


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The Best Notebooks

No one notebook is going to match every person’s needs, so we found nine of them in different sizes and styles. Read to see what we recommend. | Continue reading


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The Best Probe Thermometer

Most cooks just need a regular meat thermometer, but if you’re set on a probe thermometer, we spent 20 hours searching for the best one. Here's what we learned. | Continue reading


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What Is a VPN and What Can (and Can’t) It Do?

A VPN can secure a public Wi-Fi connection and reduce some types of online tracking, but is it reliable to access video sites or limit tracking? Read on to see. | Continue reading


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The Best Nonslip Traction Devices

After more than 12 hours of testing 15 different traction devices, we think the ICEtrekkers Diamond Grip is the best ice gripper for most people. | Continue reading


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The Best Humidifier for a Large Room

We’ve been testing humidifiers in controlled settings and using them in our daily lives for years. Read to see what we recommend to humidify a large room. | Continue reading


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