The Best College Dorm Essentials

We’ve spent more than 150 hours evaluating the best dorm bedding, appliances, and other essentials. Here's what our experts found. | Continue reading


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Can I Trust My Bathroom Scale?

Bathroom scales can give you a different weight from day to day, or even moment to moment. We looked into whether you can trust your scale. Here’s what we found. | Continue reading


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The Best Everyday Audiophile Headphones

We tested 20 pairs of headphones with a panel of audio professionals to find the best everyday headphones for most audiophiles. Here’s what we recommend. | Continue reading


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The Best Nail Clippers

After interviewing experts and testing a total of 10 nail clippers over the past five years, we're certain that we've picked the best. Read on to learn more. | Continue reading


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The Best Budget Digital Piano for Beginners

We spent 29 hours researching 21 budget digital pianos, then tested seven with a panel of experts to find the best pick for beginners. Here's what we recommend. | Continue reading


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Our Favorite Backpacks for High School and College Students

Over the years we’ve tested dozens of backpacks in a variety of styles to find the best bags for high school and college students. Here's what we recommend. | Continue reading


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The Best Online Sofa

We spent over 40 hours researching online-order couches. Here's what we found. | Continue reading


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The Best TV Wall Mount

If you want to hang your flat panel TV on the wall, check out our pick, with an easy install and good tilt range—plus, a budget pick and an upgrade hinged pick. | Continue reading


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The Best Outdoor Watering Can

After 10 hours of research and testing plus ongoing daily use in a community garden, we recommend this outdoor watering can for most people. Read on to learn more. | Continue reading


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The Best Wine Glasses

After researching 250 glasses and testing 80 with winemakers and sommeliers, we think the Libbey Signature Kentfield Estate All-Purpose Wine Glass is the best. | Continue reading


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The Best 4K Blu-ray Player

Our 4K Blu-ray player pick supports both Dolby Vision and HDR10 video, and it does a great job upscaling DVD and Blu-ray discs. Read on to see our other picks. | Continue reading


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The Best Bag Organizers

Always losing cables, SD cards, and tubes of lip balm in the depths of your backpack? These bag organizers will help you corral what you carry every day. | Continue reading


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The Best Immersion Blender

In our quest for the best immersion blender, we've considered 63 models, interviewed pros, and pureed gallons of soup, smoothies, and sauces. Here's what we found. | Continue reading


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The Best Clear and Mesh Backpacks and Bags

Some schools, festivals, and sports venues require you to use a clear or mesh bag for your supplies—these backpacks (and one tote) are the best we’ve found. | Continue reading


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How to Build Credit

Follow these tips to learn how to successfully build credit from scratch and avoid common pitfalls and mistakes. | Continue reading


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The Best Electric Toothbrush

After almost 100 total hours of research, expert interviews, and evaluating every model on the market, we think the Oral-B Pro 1000 is the best for most people. | Continue reading


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The Best Budgeting Apps and Tools

After researching nearly 50 budgeting apps, and having eight people test six options, we think You Need a Budget is the only budgeting app we’d spend money on. | Continue reading


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The Best Windows Ultrabook

After putting in more than 80 hours of research and testing 15 laptops over the past two years, here is the Windows ultrabook we recommend for most people. | Continue reading


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The Best Baby Monitor

We've spent over 120 hours researching and testing 42 of the highest-rated baby monitors. Read to find out which model offers the best features and performance. | Continue reading


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Why You Should Avoid Knockoff Oral-B and Philips Sonicare Brush Heads

We spent six months testing brand-name and generic replacement heads for electric toothbrushes to see if it was worth paying more. Here’s what we found. | Continue reading


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The Best Mosquito Control Gear for Your Patio or Yard

After 40 hours of research and testing, we found the best option for mosquito control that doesn’t leave you sticky from DEET spray. Here’s what we learned. | Continue reading


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When to Switch Car Seats

Car seats and booster seats are most effective when they are the right size and fit for your kid. Read on to learn more about when it’s safe to make the switch. | Continue reading


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The Best School Backpacks for Elementary School Students

We’ve looked at 20 backpacks over the last 3 years. See our favorites for elementary schoolers of all age groups, plus alternatives with more colors and rolling options. | Continue reading


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The Best Labels for Kids Lunch Boxes and Clothing

We put labels from seven companies through 12 wash cycles to see how well they stuck. Read to see which we think is the best to put on kids clothes and gear. | Continue reading


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How to Avoid Counterfeits When Looking for Deals

When looking for good deals online, you're bound to run into dubious discounts. Here are our tips for minimizing shopping risks to avoid getting ripped off. | Continue reading


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The Best Mechanical Pencils

Our pick is the best mechanical pencil for most people thanks to a unique rotating mechanism that keeps the lead at a sharp point. Read on to learn more. | Continue reading


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The Best Tripod

After spending 40 hours researching tripods and 15 hours testing four, we've picked the most versatile platform for challenging shooting situations. | Continue reading


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How We Evaluate Retailer Reliability

A true deal not only has to hit the right price but also has to come from a reputable retailer. Here's what we look for, and how you can check for yourself. | Continue reading


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The Best Tent for Family and Car Camping

We researched more than two dozen family car-camping tents and tested 13 models overnight in the great outdoors. Here’s what we learned. | Continue reading


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Our Favorite Briefcases

We tested 19 briefcases over two years to find the best to carry everything you need for a day on the job. Read to see what we recommend. | Continue reading


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The Best Twin XL Sheets for Your Dorm Room

After considering 29 sets of twin XL sheets and testing six, we have new picks for the best dorm bedding. Read on to see what's best for you. | Continue reading


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The Best Extension Cords for Your Home and Garage

After a new round of testing, we’ve found the most flexible cord for use in any temperature. Learn more about our pick, plus others for indoor, low-power needs. | Continue reading


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How to Pick the Best Extension Cord at the Hardware Store

If you need an extension cord right now and can’t wait to order a better one online, here are our tips for selecting the best one at your local hardware store. | Continue reading


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The Best and Worst Ways to Store Extension Cords

We’ve spent dozens of hours researching and testing the best extension cords, and along the way have picked up tips to keep cords at their best. | Continue reading


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The Best Bed Pillows

We tested 57 bed pillows for a combined 956 nights and talked with nine bedding experts. Here's what we recommend. | Continue reading


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The Best USB 3.0 Hubs

The Best USB 3.0 Hubs. After 120 hours of doing research we determined that the Anker 10-Port USB 3.0 Hub is the best USB hub for most people. It's compact | Continue reading


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How to Keep Your Home Cool

In five years of research, we’ve put hundreds of hours of work into finding the best tools to help you keep cool. Here are the products and methods we recommend. | Continue reading


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Join Us for Our Very First Wirecutter Deal Day on August 21

On August 21, our Deals team is trying something new: our first Wirecutter Deal Day. It's a day to thank you, our readers, with some rare deals on our picks. | Continue reading


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Can I Use an Air Purifier to Clear My Home of Wildfire Smoke?

As frequent wildfires become the new normal, it's important to have a plan. Here are simple, effective ways to get rid of the wildfire smoke in your home. | Continue reading


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Where Should You Buy Appliances?

How to shop for large appliances: what you need to know about getting a fair deal on delivery, installation, and customer service. | Continue reading


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The Best Window Air Conditioner Bracket

After more than 20 hours of research and a hands-on look at five models, here's what we think is the best window air conditioner bracket. | Continue reading


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The Best Bike Helmet for Commuters

After 3 years of consecutive rigorous testing, our top pick for the best helmet for commuters remains the same. Read on to see some new favorites in our lineup. | Continue reading


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The Best Projector for a Home Theater

We researched and tested 6 awesome projectors for dedicated home theaters, and these models have the best contrast ratio, input lag, and flexible setup options. | Continue reading


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The Best Vacuum Cleaners

We've looked at more than 525 vacuums over hundreds of hours. Here's what we recommend. | Continue reading


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The Best Wireless Headphones

We reviewed all the best wireless headphones, including over-ear, earbuds, and true wireless, to find the best for you. Here's what we recommend. | Continue reading


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The Best Workout Headphones

We put all the best workout headphones to the test at the gym, on the track, and even in the pool. Here's what we recommend. | Continue reading


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How to Make Espresso at Home: A Starter Guide

To make good espresso shots, you’ll need a little practice and patience to get the hang of it. If you want to learn, this how-to guide can walk you through it. | Continue reading


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The Best Espresso Machine, Grinder, and Accessories for Beginners

We’ve spent over 60 hours researching and testing five espresso machines, four grinders, and a dozen accessories. Here’s the best espresso setup under $1,000. | Continue reading


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