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What we like: Our budget pick for best kitchen towel. Terry cloth is durable, absorbent, and easily washable. Endured extensive runs through the washer/dryer during testing.

Other things to know: Not the cutest option, but fairly neutral and functional. Comes in a pack of 12, individual towels measure 15" x 17" after washing and drying. Lightning deal for limited colors.

What we like: Our former upgrade pick for best Android phone that we still like on sale. Excellent software and five years of update support. Versus the base-model Pixel 7, offers larger OLED screen, higher resolution and refresh rate, more expansive 5G support, and 5x telephoto camera.

Other things to know: Isn't quite as impressive as the newer Pixel 8 Pro, but still a great phones. Pixel 8 software features such as Best Take and Magic Editor will eventually make their way to the Pixel 7 series. Free (delayed) shipping for Amazon Prime members.

What we like: Our former top pick for the best Android smartphone, which we still like when on sale. New software features like Best Take, Magic Editor, and the updated At A Glance widget, as well as Read Aloud and Translate with Assistant, will eventually make their way to the Pixel 7 series.

Other things to know: Camera lacks optical-zoom. Fast-charging speeds are underwhelming. Comes with 128 GB internal storage. Free shipping for Prime members. Available in colors obsidian and snow. One-year Google warranty.

What we like: Our pick for a side-scrolling action-adventure video game to ride out the end of winter. A stunning return to 2D acrobatic exploration. Responsive, intuitive controls. Play as Sargon, an Immortal tasked with rescuing a prince from a time-distorted castle.

Other things to know: Expect to see cameos from familiar faces scattered throughout this reboot of a legendary classic. Fans of the Metroidvania structure will find plenty to love about this game. Digital code available for Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S with Smart Delivery. Use code SSDRA545 to get the deal price.

What we like: Our runner-up pick for the best home security system. Affordable and reliable. Easy to use and install. Consistent response times. Compatible with voice-control systems including Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and August Smart Locks. Offers a good selection of add-ons.

Other things to know: Optional monitoring plan is slightly cheaper than that of our top pick, but doesn’t provide video storage. 17-piece kit includes base station, keypad, key fob, panic button, two motion sensors, eight entry sensors, glassbreak sensor, indoor camera, and outdoor camera.

What we like: Our budget pick for the best Android phone. Powered by Google’s latest processor. Has an improved 64-megapixel camera sensor, wireless charging, Comes with Face Unlock and an upgraded 1080p display with a smoother 90 Hz refresh rate.

Other things to know: Pricier than Google's typical budget phones. Made of recycled plastic body and an aluminum frame. Android 13 operating system with five years of security updates. Deal price available in charcoal gray and sea blue. One-year Google warranty. Free shipping for Amazon Prime members.

What we like: Our pick for the best trunk suitcase for checking. Made of a robust polycarbonate with aluminum corner guards and an aluminum frame around the center seam that reinforces the body of the luggage. Has two TSA locks, which close with a satisfying latch.

Other things to know: Due to the design, some travelers consider trunks to be easier to pack and to maneuver. Does away with the standard zipper closure. Doesn’t have a ton of built-in organization. Lifetime warranty. Use code MOM.

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best Wi-Fi mesh-networking system. Ideal if you have gigabit internet (or plan to get it). Supports Wi-Fi 6 and improved WPA3 security. Significantly faster than our top pick. Has extra useful ports.

Other things to know: Extra Ethernet ports can support a wired connection between a router and satellites or connect directly to a PC or console. USB port can be used for network storage with a portable SSD, as a printer connection, or with a cellular modem.

What we like: A runner-up pick in our guide to the best essential oil diffusers. Produces strong, rich streams of mist. 500 ml tank is bigger than that of our top pick and allows diffuser to run for up to 16 hours on low-output mode. Lights up in 7 colors.

Other things to know: Takes up more space than our top pick. The lid on this diffusers doesn’t snap onto the base, which could be a good or bad thing depending on the person. Faux-wood base is polarizing. Deal for the A-yellow color.

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best indoor security camera. Good choice if you need longer, more advanced recordings. Can shoot 1080p video clips up to 5 minutes. Records 24/7 to the cloud (with a subscription). Distinguishes among people, pets, and vehicles.

Other things to know: Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Offers limited free cloud storage of recordings, though only for three hours following motion capture. Nest Aware subscription adds great features and starts at $8/month.

What we like: Our affordable, easy-to-read digital alarm clock pick. Largest numerical display of all the options we tested. Intuitive to set the time, with clearly labeled buttons. Two USB ports to charge most mobile devices and to power the clock.

Other things to know: Two backup AAA batteries only maintain time and alarm settings during power outages. DreamSky logo emblazoned at the top (underneath the snooze button) is downright ugly. Down to $14 for the black case with white digits.

What we like: Our budget pick for the best first pedal bike is the top contender among the sub-$200 bikes we tested. It's simple to put together, sturdy, and unfussy. Its geometry was comfortable enough for our younger testers, and also allowed our experienced 7-year-old tester to accelerate quickly and charge up hills.

Other things to know: Its steel frame makes it much heavier than our other picks (20.5 pounds). On sale in pink and mint green, but there's low stock on the green color.

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best DNA testing kit. Great for genealogy buffs. FamilyTreeDNA's kit offers optional add-ons that provide highly detailed analysis of maternal and paternal lineages. Submitting your sample is straightforward. You can opt in to a family-matching service.

Other things to know: Optional add-ons can get pricey. Those concerned about privacy should know that FamilyTreeDNA is the only DNA testing service we’re aware of that is voluntarily providing customer data access to law enforcement.

What we like: Our budget pick for the best portable solar battery charger. Smaller, lighter, and less expensive than our top pick. Has three weatherproof output ports. IPX4 rating means it’s protected against water spills and splashes.

Other things to know: Former top pick. Held closed with just a weak strip of Velcro. Long and a bit unwieldy when unfolded. Minimal resistance to dust and other solid particles. Recurring deal price.

What we like: Our budget pick for the best laptop sleeve and MacBook Pro case. Fits laptops better and offers more protection than most similarly priced options. The stiff polyester fabric is a little bit more water-resistant than that of some of our other picks.

Other things to know: Its front pocket, which barely holds a laptop charger, adds bulk. Surprisingly attractive, but not particularly sleek or refined. Deal is for the gray sleeve that fits a 14-inch MacBook Pro.

What we like: Our simple but stylish shelf pick in our guide to decluttering small entryways. Looks nicer and is more compact than other single wall shelves. Plenty of space to hold mail or other organizing accessories. The only shelf we found with key storage (four small hooks).

Other things to know: Comes with matching mounting hardware. 30 inches long. Deal price is for white and pine finish.

What we like: Our top pick for the best overall reading light. Chic and compact, with the most light settings of all our picks. Power indicator on the front makes it easy to monitor charge. Simple to twist and adjust brightness and light temperature.

Other things to know: Small. Buttons can be a bit too sensitive when adjusting clip placement. Available in select colors. Reoccurring deal but still the best price we see outside of major holidays.

What we like: A newer model of our wearable reading light pick is bright and easy to use, with adjustable arms that angle the light at the page just how we wanted. It never felt heavy or uncomfortable on our necks during testing.

Other things to know: Fewer brightness and temperature settings than our clip-on pick, but removes the need to adjust a traditional clip-on reading light. Best deal price is currently only available in posh grey.