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Bathroom
See all Bathroom reviewsThe Best Electric Toothbrush
by Nancy Redd
We’ve tested 66 electric toothbrushes in hundreds of trials at the bathroom sink. The minimalist yet effective Oral-B Pro 1000 is our top pick.
The Best Tampons
by Nancy Redd
Most tampons are the same, but some stand out. Tampax Pearl and Pure are our favorites with applicators; O.B. Pro Comfort and Organic are the best without.
Ask Wirecutter: Why Can’t Anyone in My Family Manage to Change the Dang Toilet Paper Roll?
by Annemarie Conte
Your family can learn this valuable skill.
Bedroom
See all Bedroom reviewsActually Good Dorm Decor That You’ll Want to Keep (Even After Graduation)
by Joanne Chen
These quality picks are so smart and stylish, you’ll want to keep them long after you move off campus. (And you can!)
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.
The Best Memory Foam Mattresses You Can Buy Online
by Caira Blackwell
A great memory-foam mattress hugs, cuddles, and cradles you just right. We’ve tested dozens to find three we recommend.
Cleaning
See all Cleaning reviewsThe Best Stain Removers
by Andrea Barnes
We tested more than 20 stain removers on fresh and set-in stains, and Amodex Ink & Stain Remover is the most well-rounded choice to have on hand.
How to Organize Life’s Most Important Documents
by Kaitlyn Wells
If your important files dance between a pile on the kitchen table and an unmarked box in the garage, it’s time to develop a proper filing system.
Closet and laundry
See all Closet and laundry reviewsThe Best Washer-Dryer Combo (But We Don’t Recommend It)
by Andrea Barnes and Liam McCabe
Washer-dryer combos have their quirks, but if you’re short on space and want to avoid the laundromat, these all-in-one machines can be better than nothing.
How to Wash Bras
by Sarah Witman
For your bras to feel, function, and look their best, it’s important to properly care for them.
Workout Clothes Stink. Here’s How to Clean Them.
by Ingrid Skjong and Gabriella DePinho
Performance fabrics can present unique laundry challenges. Follow these tips to keep your workout clothes fresh, clean, and in good shape for the long haul.
Cooling
See all Cooling reviewsI Thought I’d Found a $99 Fix for My Balky Air Conditioning. I Was Wrong.
by Roy Furchgott
I had high hopes that Flair Smart Vents would cure my inefficient HVAC. They didn’t work as planned, but they pointed to a better fix that might help most homes.
The Best Smart Thermostat
by Roy Furchgott
Smart thermostats like our pick, the Ecobee Premium, can make your home’s HVAC more energy efficient without sacrificing your comfort.
Window AC Units Are Loud. This One Masks NYC Noise and Almost Feels Like Central Air.
by Alexander Aciman
Midea’s U-shaped window AC is whisper quiet and gets me through sweltering New York summers. But installation nearly broke my spirit.
Entertaining
See all Entertaining reviewsThe Best Grill Tools and Accessories
by Wirecutter Staff
After testing more than 90 tools from grill brushes to chimney starters, we have recommendations for everything you need to barbecue with ease.
The Best Portable Bluetooth Speaker
by Brent Butterworth
The UE Wonderboom 4 is the all-around best portable Bluetooth speaker because it sounds good and looks cool, and it’s the most rugged model we’ve tested.
The Best Gas Grills
by Tim Heffernan, Lesley Stockton, and Michael Sullivan
We’ve tested eight grills since 2017. The Weber Spirit II E-310 is our top pick for its durability, ease of use, and great value.
Furniture
See all Furniture reviewsThe Best Online Framing Services
by Dorie Chevlen
After testing eight online framing services, we think Framebridge offers the easiest way to frame your art and photos with the best results.
The Best Patio Umbrella and Stand
by Kalee Thompson and Joshua Lyon
After years of long-term testing, we recommend Treasure Garden’s Market Umbrella and Article’s Paima Umbrella Base as the best patio umbrella and base.
We Tested Tulip’s Renter-Friendly Boob-Light Cover in 3 of Our Own Homes
by Joshua Lyon
Like a tube top for boob lights, Tulip Shades can hide an ugly ceiling fixture or soften overhead light in homes where replacing the fixture might not be an option.
Garage
See all Garage reviewsThe Best Bike Storage Ideas
by Christine Ryan
After 30-plus hours of research and testing, we think the Delta Cycle Michelangelo Gravity Stand is the best bike rack for storing bikes in limited-space homes.
The Best Bike Pump
by Eve O'Neill, Matthew Edwards, and Dave Yasuda
After seven years of tests, we believe the Lezyne Classic Drive 3.5 is the best floor pump for most commuters, and the Lezyne Pressure Drive is the best handheld.
Gardening
See all Gardening reviewsI Can’t Get Enough of These Steel Tubs in My Garden
by Jackie Reeve
Behrens steel tubs lend flexibility and style to my garden. Mine have remained rust-free for three springs in the PNW, and are affordable enough to collect.
The Best Smart Bird Feeders
by Rachel Cericola
Delight the bird-watcher in your life with a smart feeder that captures close-up videos and photos and can even identify what species visit.
The Best Wasp and Hornet Sprays
by Doug Mahoney
Take out a nest with a pyrethroid-based spray like Terro Wasp & Hornet Killer.
Home Safety
See all Home Safety reviewsThe Best Outdoor Security Camera
by Rachel Cericola
An outdoor security camera will alert you the moment it detects prowlers, package deliveries, and unexpected (or unwanted) animals and visitors.
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.
The Best Security Cameras for Your Home
by Rachel Cericola
Wi-Fi security cameras can help protect your family and possessions. We’ve reviewed and picked the best models for every area of your home.
Home tools and toolboxes
See all Home tools and toolboxes reviewsThe Best Handsaw
by Doug Mahoney
Try these saws for precise cuts in wood that are simpler and safer than using power tools.
The Best Painter’s Multitool
by Doug Mahoney
After testing four Painter’s multitools, we believe that the Hyde 17-in-1, the most versatile, is the best for most people.
Smart home devices
See all Smart home devices reviewsIf You’ve Turned Your Home Into an Airbnb, You Need Smart Devices
by Jon Chase
Smart-home gear is ideal for managing short-term rentals, making it easy to keep tabs on your property while offering convenience for your guests.
The Best Smart Plugs
by Kathryn Rath
A smart plug boosts the IQ of un-brainy devices such as lamps, fans, or string lights, letting you easily set them to turn on or off on a schedule or on command.
The Best Alexa Smart Speakers
by Rachel Cericola and Grant Clauser
Amazon’s line of Echo smart speakers are the best option for bringing Alexa into your home. We’ve got picks for nearly any setup and situation.
Storage
See all Storage reviewsThe Best Label Makers
by Elissa Sanci
A label maker can restore order where chaos reigns and provide context where it’s needed, and the best one is the Brother P-touch Cube Plus.
10 Great Ideas to Declutter Your Home’s Small Entryway
by Alex Arpaia
We interviewed four interior designers and spent 20 hours testing to find the tools that’ll make any small entryway more efficient, functional, and stylish.
Closet Organizing Ideas
by Jackie Reeve, Katie Okamoto, and Alex Arpaia
We spent 42 hours on research and consulted five professional organizers to find the best tools for tackling messy closets of every size.
Weather
See all Weather reviewsThis $30 Portable Fan Was the Unexpected MVP of My Wedding Day
by Elissa Sanci
Though it was designed for strollers, this grapefruit-sized fan has cooled me off everywhere from my car to the dance floor.
With Air Conditioners, Bigger Could Actually Be Worse
by Thom Dunn
We tested multiple sizes and types of air conditioners to confirm: A too-big AC can’t balance heat and humidity.
Cheap(ish) Things to Cool Down Your Hot, Stuffy Car
by Elissa Sanci
These affordable items can help you survive a hot car summer.
More Home Posts
A Heat Pump Might Be Right for Your Home. Here’s Everything to Know.
by Thom Dunn
Here’s the single biggest change you can make to reduce your home’s energy use.
Purple Mattress Review: An Honest Assessment
by Ayanna Redwood-Crawford
Purple’s gridded, jiggly foam may feel weird—or it may be just what the doctor ordered. We recommend trying the mattresses in person before you buy.
The Best Cheap Mattresses (Under $500)
by Caira Blackwell
It takes some effort, but you can find a decent, comfortable mattress that won’t break the bank. Here are five we recommend.
The Best Hybrid Mattresses
by Caira Blackwell
Part coil, part foam, hybrid mattresses have a range of feels. Here are our favorites, plus what you need to know to find one that’s right for you.
What’s the Best Vacuum for Carpets?
by Sabine Heinlein
To clean carpets and rugs well, you need a vacuum that is equipped for the task. The SEBO Felix Premium and SEBO Airbelt K3 Premium are excellent choices.
The Best Portable Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner
by Sabine Heinlein
A spot cleaner like the Bissell Little Green Portable Carpet Cleaner 1400B can help you tackle spills, splats, and other messes on your carpet or upholstery.
We Cleaned a Filthy Old Rug on a Queens Sidewalk. It Was Extremely Satisfying.
by Sabine Heinlein
Restoring an antique rug to its former luster isn’t as hard as you might think—as long as you aren’t afraid to get a little wet.
The Best Cordless Stick Vacuum
by Sabine Heinlein
Power cords got you wound up? We’ve tested dozens of cordless stick vacuums to find those with the best combination of cleaning power, comfort, and convenience.
The Best Dishwasher Detergent
by Andrea Barnes
Dishwasher detergents are better than ever, and after testing 24 of them, we’ve found that Cascade Free & Clear ActionPacs deliver the best overall clean.
How to Clean a Yoga Mat
by Ingrid Skjong
Here’s how to keep your mat fresh, clean, and primed for your practice.
The Best Chainsaw
by Doug Mahoney
These large and small chainsaws work well for property maintenance and storm cleanup.
The Best Comforters
by Jackie Reeve
We’ve tried dozens of comforters, spending hundreds of hours sleeping on them. Here are the six best.
The Best Blankets
by Jackie Reeve
These seven good-looking, durable blankets will work for a variety of seasons and styles, on top of the bed or layered with other bedding for extra warmth.
Kitchen Compost Bins We Love
by Katie Okamoto
Our favorite kitchen compost bins are affordable (or free), easy to clean, and may help you keep up a composting habit for the long run.
The Best Shoe Rack
by Jennifer Hunter and Katie Okamoto
After considering roughly 50 shoe racks and cabinets, we recommend the Seville Classics 3-Tier Shoe Rack for organizing shoes in closets and entryways.
The Best Roll-Top Dry Bag
by Nicole Gull McElroy
After we tested 15 models on land and water, the durable and watertight Ortlieb Dry-Bag emerged as the standout winner.
Olympic Athletes Are Sleeping on Cardboard Beds. Should You?
by Rose Maura Lorre
The viral cardboard beds are back for the Paris Olympics. We put two similar(ish) models to the test to see what they’re like.
Our Favorite Printed Sheets
by Jackie Reeve
We’ve highlighted some of our favorite prints and patterns among the tried-and-true sheets we love.