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Electronics

The Best Laptops
by Wirecutter Staff
From budget-friendly options to thin-and-light ultrabooks to powerful gaming laptops, we’ve spent hundreds of hours finding the best laptops for most people.

The Best Laptops for College Students
by Justin Krajeski
We found that the Asus ZenBook 13 is the best laptop for most college students because it's inexpensive, has all-day battery life, and is thin and light.

The Best Speaker Cable
by Geoffrey Morrison
Through testing we found that speaker cable doesn't actually matter much. That said, the Monoprice 2747 has high value-per-foot per gauge and is the safest bet for most people.
Home & Garden

The Furnace and Air Conditioner Filters We Would Buy
by Tim Heffernan
We help you pick the right filter for your HVAC system and tell you what those MERV numbers mean. Our pick is Nordic Pure's MERV 12.

The Best Smart Display for Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
by Signe Brewster
A smart display adds a tablet-like screen to a voice-controlled speaker, making it an ideal sous chef, a handy way to video chat, or a tabletop media streamer.

The Best Smart Sprinkler Controller
by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy
A smart sprinkler controller makes configuring your irrigation system less tedious while saving water and making it easier to maintain a healthy lawn or garden.

Saatva Mattress Reviews: An Honest Assessment
by Joanne Chen
The Saatva Company sells mattresses that are an upgrade from typical online offerings. We recommend the spring Saatva Classic and the memory-foam Loom & Leaf.
Kitchen & Dining

The Best Dutch Oven
by Kevin Purdy and Ray Aguilera
The Lodge Color 6-quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven braises recipes well—on par with pots that cost six times the price.

The Best Cold-Brew Coffee Maker
by Nick Guy, Kevin Purdy, and Daniel Varghese
After testing 15 cold-brew makers and brewing enough for over 300 cups of coffee, we think the OXO Good Grips Cold Brew Coffee Maker offers the best way to make delicious iced coffee at home.

How to Buy a Dining or Kitchen Table ... and Ones We Like for Under $1,000
by Ayn-Monique Klahre
We spoke with six experts to find out what makes a great dining table, and we recommend 12 tables that combine great style, comfort, and quality construction.
Money

Bank of America Premium Rewards Credit Card Review: Bountiful for Both Cash-Back and Travel Rewards Hounds
by Emily Long
The Bank of America Premium Rewards is ostensibly a travel card, but it’s also a strong cash-back card, especially if you’re a Bank of America account holder.

Amex SimplyCash Review: The Best All-Around, No-Annual-Fee Business Card
by Jenny Hoff
The Amex SimplyCash is our pick for the best business card because it offers the best all-around benefits and rewards for no annual fee.

The Best Ways for Immigrants to Build Credit
by Sally French
Even if you have great credit back home, you may need to start from scratch on building credit in the US.

The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards
by Taylor Tepper
Our travel rewards credit card picks reward big flyers, folks who can get big value out of an annual-fee card, and those who want rewards with no annual fee.
Travel

The Best Gear for Travel
by Wirecutter Staff
We put in another year and tens of thousands more miles of travel to test the best travel gear—and we stand by last year’s choices alongside a few new picks.

The Best Gear for Your Road Trips
by Kit Dillon and Wirecutter Staff
After 120 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.

The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards
by Taylor Tepper
Our travel rewards credit card picks reward big flyers, folks who can get big value out of an annual-fee card, and those who want rewards with no annual fee.
Office

The Best Projectors
by Chris Heinonen
We reviewed every type of projector to find the best projector to fit your needs, whether it’s for a home theater or a home office.

The Best Tech and Apps for Your Home Office
by Wirecutter Staff
After spending more than 150 hours researching and testing, we've found the best gear and tech to equip your home office.

The Best Lap Desk
by Sarah Witman
The LapGear Designer makes working from a couch or in bed easier and more comfortable than with a bare lap or with any other lap desk we’ve found.

16 Things That Will Make Your Commute Better
by Alex Roth
Whether you drive, carpool, or take public transit, this gear will help you arrive at work with your good mood intact.
Appliances

The Best Portable Air Conditioner
by Thom Dunn
After another round of testing, the LG LP1419IVSM is now our pick for portable air conditioners. We have three other new recommendations as well.

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 Cordless Stick Vacuum
by Liam McCabe and Michelle Ma
We’ve tested a couple dozen cordless vacuums over the past few years, and the Dyson V7 Motorhead is easily the best one for most people.
Health & Fitness

The Best Insoles for Running and Walking
by Jim McDannald
After researching and testing 32 types of insoles, we think the Superfeet Green for men and the Superfeet Blueberry for women are the best for most people.

The Best Bike Rack, Basket, and Panniers for Commuting
by Eve O'Neill
After spending nine months toting everyday objects around on a bicycle, we’ve found the best rack, basket, and pannier setups for your two-wheeled commute.

The Best Rear Bike Rack
by Eve O'Neill
After considering 38 models and testing eight top contenders, we’re confident the Topeak Explorer is the best rear rack for the average bike commuter.

The Best Medical Alert Systems
by Shannon Palus
After more than 40 hours of research and over a month of testing 12 devices, we think the GreatCall Lively Mobile is the best medical alert system for most people.
Baby & Kid

The Best Breast Pumps
by Katie Peek
We pumped 600 ounces of breast milk with eight different pumps to find that the Spectra S1 is the best electric model and the Medela Harmony is the best manual.

Our Favorite Baby-Proofing Tools
by Wirecutter Staff
Once babies become mobile, they can get themselves into all kinds of trouble. These are our favorite tools for baby-proofing our homes.

The Best Apps for Managing Your Kid’s Phone
by Ellen Lee
We tested seven parental-control options and found that Apple Screen Time is the best for iOS users, and Google Family Link is best for Android users.
Outdoors

The Best Insoles for Running and Walking
by Jim McDannald
After researching and testing 32 types of insoles, we think the Superfeet Green for men and the Superfeet Blueberry for women are the best for most people.

Our Favorite Kids Beachwear
by Wirecutter Staff
These are some of our favorite ways to keep little ones covered up from head to toe at the beach or pool.

The Best First Aid Kit for Hiking and the Outdoors
by Anna Perling
After 14 hours of research and tests of 12 wilderness first aid kits, we think Adventure Medical’s Mountain Backpacker Kit is best for most weekend warriors.

Great Gear for Picnics and Grilling
by Wirecutter Staff
We spent over 85 hours researching and testing—and selected our favorite tools and gadgets from past guides—to bring you the best gear for picnics and cookouts.
Pets

The Best Fish Tank, Heater, Light, and Accessories
by Sabrina Imbler
The Marina 20G LED Aquarium Kit is the best aquarium kit to get started with freshwater fish—but we have recommendations for assembling your own tank, too.

Flying With Your Cat or (Small) Dog
by Christine Ryan
After much research and hundreds of air miles traveled, Wirecutter pet owners have learned to rely on this gear when flying with cats or small dogs.

What to Buy Before Adopting a Dog
by Kaitlyn Wells
When you bring a new pup home, make sure you have everything you’ll need to keep your pet—and yourself—safe and happy.
Hobby & Crafts

The Best Ukulele for Beginners
by Brent Butterworth
The Alvarez RU22C is the best ukulele for beginners because it has great sound and styling, and its concert-size body is good for kids and adults alike.

The Best USB Audio Interface
by Daniel Varghese
The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is our favorite USB audio interface because it offers the best combination of features, portability, and ease of use.

The Best Budget Digital Piano for Beginners
by John Higgins
The Casio PX-160 is our top pick for a budget digital piano because it has a realistic feel and sound as well as great features for teachers and students.

The Best Record Player Setup for Beginners
by Adrienne Maxwell
Start your vinyl music journey here with our picks for turntable, receiver, speakers, and more.



















































