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Home
I Wanted to Love Dyson’s New $1,200 Robot Vacuum. But Our $140 Budget Pick Cleans My Home Better.
by Sabine Heinlein
The Dyson 360 Vis Nav seems like a catch, but a variety of issues keep it from being true long-term relationship material.
The Best Dryers
by Andrea Barnes and Annie Chou
Most dryers perform pretty similarly. We recommend looking for a simple, reliable, sturdy model with access to parts and a decent warranty.
The Best Smart Doorbell Camera
by Rachel Cericola
A smart doorbell camera allows you to see who’s on the other side of your front door so you can screen visitors and package deliveries—even if you aren’t home.
31 Kids Birthday Party Favors That Aren’t Junk
by Marilyn Ong
We looked high and low for fun birthday party favors—including good-quality trinkets and special standalone items—that aren’t bound straight for the trash.
Electronics
The Best All-in-One Printers
by Ben Keough and Kaitlyn Wells
The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e is our favorite all-in-one thanks to its ease of use, great print quality, and low cost of operation.
Free Video Games You Can Download Right Now
by Haley Perry
Plenty of services want to give you video games for free, and we’re here to tell you where to find them.
The Best Electric Vehicle Chargers for Home
by Sarah Witman
After 28 hours of research and 85 hours of testing, we’ve found the best ways to charge your electric vehicle at home.
Sleep
Casper Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Annie Chou
Casper revolutionized the world of online mattresses. They currently offer five models; here’s what to know if you’re considering one.
Tempur-Pedic Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Caira Blackwell
Tempur-Pedic mattresses are known for their signature deep memory-foam sink. Here’s everything you should know about its beds.
The Best Bassinets and Bedside Sleepers
by Caitlin Giddings
Want a bassinet with storage? A co-sleeper with a drop-down side? Automated rocking? Whatever your needs, here are six models worthy of being baby’s first bed.
The Best Mattresses for Side Sleepers
by Caira Blackwell and Joanne Chen
If you regularly sleep on your side, you’ll likely want a cushy mattress that aligns your spine and offers good support. These are our favorites.
Kitchen
The Best Air Fryer
by Mace Dent Johnson, Caira Blackwell, and Michael Sullivan
After testing dozens of air fryers over the years, we like the Philips 3000 Series Airfryer L HD9200/91, which crisps food quickly and costs less than $150.
The Best Personal Blender
by Anna Perling and Lesley Stockton
We’ve spent years making smoothies, pesto, and date shakes to find the best personal blender, the NutriBullet Pro 900.
Our Favorite Kitchen Aprons
by Lesley Stockton
After trying out 24 aprons with the help of friends and colleagues, we found nine we love for a wide range of body types.
Appliances
The Best Carpet Cleaners
by Sabine Heinlein
Has your carpet seen better days? We tested six carpet cleaners to find those with the best combination of stain-busting power and convenience.
The Best Slide-In Electric Ranges
by Tyler Wells Lynch
After sorting through nearly 60 electric slide-in ranges, we recommend the GE JS760 as a reasonably priced, reliable stove that’ll look good in most kitchens.
The Best Window Fans
by Thom Dunn
Window fans work well for ventilation and air circulation in mild, dry summer weather.
‘The Bear’ Is Back. Here’s Every Wirecutter Pick We’ve Spotted in Carmy’s Kitchen.
by Alexander Aciman
Here we list every Wirecutter pick we spotted in The Bear’s first two seasons.
Gifts
Board Games We Love for Kids and Families
by Courtney Schley and James Austin
These games can introduce kids to new genres, help them build skills, and offer provocative and age-appropriate challenges, engaging themes, and distinctive designs.
The Best Kids Scooters
by Katharine Gammon
We’ve compared 19 kids scooters over the past six years, and we’re confident that the popular Micro Maxi is a worthwhile investment in longtime fun.
The 11 Best Engagement Gifts
by Samantha Schoech and Mari Uyehara
Commemorate the sparkle of your favorite newly engaged couple with just the right finds.
Outdoors
The Best Sunscreens for Your Face
by Caira Blackwell
Sunscreen is personal, and the one you choose to slather on your face is even more so. Here are 10 options to suit different preferences and budgets.
The Best Kids Water Bottles
by Ellen Lee
Our picks include metal and plastic water bottles that are easy to use, a cinch to clean, and the least likely to leak.
The Best Basic Snorkel Set
by Paulette Perhach
After testing eight snorkel sets in Central Florida and Key West, we think the Cressi Palau LAF Set is the best snorkel set for most people.
The Best Hurricane Preparedness Supplies and Strategies
by Doug Mahoney and Ellen Airhart
How to plan and protect yourself in areas at risk of hurricanes.
Style
The Best Lip Balms
by Samantha Schoech
Our newly selected six favorite lip balms offer immediate softness, long-lasting hydration, and excellent value. (Your lips will say thanks.)
The Best Tote Bags
by Zoe Vanderweide
Wherever you may be headed, we’ve found five great totes to take along on your schlep.
After a 46-Mile Hike, Everything Hurt. Except My Feet in These Boots.
by Jason Chen
After I hiked 46 miles of canyons, riverbeds, valleys, and hills in the Salomon Quest 4 Gore-Tex Hiking Boots, everything hurt. Except my feet.
Travel
How to Fold a Suit, According to King Charles’s Former Suit Maker
by Alexander Aciman
A Savile Row tailor shares the best way to pack a suit into your carry-on bag.
The Best Packing Cubes
by Kit Dillon
After researching and traveling with packing cubes for more than six years, the Eagle Creek Pack-It Reveal Cube Set is what we keep in our luggage.
The Best Travel Strollers
by Elise Czajkowski
After testing seven travel strollers on various trips and excursions, we’re confident that the Uppababy Minu V2 is the one to get.
The Best Gear for Your Road Trips
by Kit Dillon and Wirecutter Staff
After hundreds of hours of research and 1,500 miles behind the wheel, we’ve singled out the gear that’s absolutely essential for your next journey on the open road.
Health and fitness
The Best GPS Running Watches
by Seth Berkman and Ingrid Skjong
After logging more than 600 miles, we’ve concluded that the dependable Coros Pace 3 is the running watch to train and race with.
The Best Personal Lubricants
by Bianca Alba
There are far better lubes than those you most often see in stores. We’ve found the best water-based and other personal lubricants for vaginal and anal use.
Ask Wirecutter: I’m So Bad At Drinking Enough Water. Help!
by Annemarie Conte
Make drinking water fun! Or at least less of a drag.
Baby and kid
Is the $1,700 Snoo Smart Sleeper Bassinet Worth It? What to Know Before You Buy.
by Caitlin Giddings
After recruiting eight new parents to put their infants to sleep in this robotic cradle, we’ve concluded you cannot predict what will make any given baby happy.
The Best First Pedal Bike
by Laura Motley
Learning to ride a bike is a rite of passage. Depending on the bike, the process can be either unnecessarily frustrating or, well, like a ride in the park.
The Best Umbrella Stroller
by Elise Czajkowski
An umbrella stroller should be hassle-free and inexpensive enough to buy as a spare to store at Grandma’s house.
The Best Baby Swings
by Dori Zinn and Jessica Bernhard
A swing can help soothe and entertain a fussy baby. After testing 10 swings, we think the Graco Glider LX Gliding Swing is the best one.
Pets
The Best Chicken Coop and Accessories
by Jackie Reeve
The best prefab chicken coop, plus all the accessories and professional advice you need to start a small backyard flock.
The Best Travel Carrier for Cats and Small Dogs
by Kaitlyn Wells
After lugging eight pet carriers around NYC, we found that the Sherpa Original Deluxe is the best for taking your small pet on a plane or to the vet.
How to Block Fireworks Noise for Adults, Kids, and Pets
by Rose Maura Lorre
Loud fireworks can be scary. Here’s how to keep yourself, your kids, and even your pets calm and stress-free.
Games and hobbies
The Best Board Games
by Wirecutter Staff
Thousands of board games are released each year. We share some staff favorites that require more strategy, have deeper narratives, or are particularly beautiful.
The Best Card Games
by James Austin
Card games may be the simplest kind of game, but that doesn’t mean they’re lacking fun or innovation. We’ve tested 28 card games to find the best of the best.
The Best Removable Wallpapers
by Katie Okamoto
After months of researching and testing removable wallpapers, we found the three best peel-and-stick papers with endless patterns to choose from.
The 3 Best Speed Cubes (And Why the Rubik’s Cube Isn’t One)
by James Austin
Speed cubing turns the iconic fidget toy into a competitive challenge. We tested 14 cutting-edge cubes to find the best options for all skill levels.
Software and apps
The Best Dictation Software
by Kaitlyn Wells
Apple Voice Control and Nuance Dragon Home 15 are the best dictation tools we’ve tested, though both struggle with some accents and speech impediments.
Back Up and Secure Your Digital Life
by Ivy Liscomb
From password managers to backup software, here are the apps and services everyone needs to protect themselves from security breaches and data loss.
The Best Two-Factor Authentication App
by Max Eddy and Thorin Klosowski
Two-factor authentication is critical to securing your online accounts, and Duo Mobile offers the best combination of security, accessibility, and ease of use.
Office
The Best Security Key for Multi-Factor Authentication
by Max Eddy
A physical security key helps you protect your online accounts, and Yubico still makes the best one.
The Best Office Chairs
by Melanie Pinola and Kaitlyn Wells
The impressively supportive, adjustable, and durable Steelcase Gesture is still our pick for the best office chair for most people, as it has been since 2015.
The Best Laser Printer
by Ben Keough and Kaitlyn Wells
The fast, reliable, and easy-to-use HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M283fdw is the laser printer we recommend for most home offices.
Getting Work Done on an iPad
by Ivy Liscomb
You can do a surprising amount of work on an iPad with the right gear. These are the best accessories for turning your iPad into a mobile work space.
Cars
Cheap(ish) Things to Cool Down Your Hot, Stuffy Car
by Elissa Sanci
These affordable items can help you survive a hot car summer.
The Best Gear for a Roadside Emergency
by Wirecutter Staff
After over 60 hours of research and talking with safety experts and mechanics, here are the items we recommend you keep in your car for a roadside emergency.
The Best Infant Car Seats
by Christina Szalinski
After extensive research and field testing, we found that the Graco SnugRide SnugFit 35 DLX is the best infant car seat for most families.
Money
Some 4th of July Sales Are Still Going. These Are The Deals That Are Worth It.
by Dan Kim
Not every Fourth of July sale is worth it. We’ve rounded up the best sales on expert-recommended products.
Wirecutter’s 100 Most Popular Picks of June 2024
by Wirecutter Staff and Gabriella DePinho
These are the top 100 things our readers loved most in June, including portable chairs, air conditioners, stylish sun hats, and more.
21 Exclusive Deals on Wirecutter’s Favorite Summer Essentials, Luggage, and Clothes
by Dan Kim
Wirecutter’s Deals team is kicking off summer by bringing you exclusive savings on our favorite seasonal staples.
Wirecutter’s 100 Most Popular Picks of May 2024
by Gabriella DePinho and Kathryn Rath
From mosquito repellents to frying pans, here are the most popular Wirecutter picks from May 2024.