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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.
The Best Smart Locks
by Jon Chase
A smart lock lets you go key-free and control your door remotely. Our pick, the Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt, isn’t the smartest lock, but it is sturdy, simple, and reliable.
The Best Tape Measure
by Doug Mahoney
After 45 hours of research and durability tests on 17 tape measures, we think that the Stanley 25-foot PowerLock Tape Measure is the best option for most people.
The Best Water Quality Test Kit for Your Home
by Tim Heffernan
SimpleLab’s Tap Score Advanced City Water Test offers comprehensive analysis of your drinking water with easy-to-read results.
Electronics
The Best USB Car Charger
by Nick Guy and Sarah Witman
We’ve tested the best car chargers, and we have recommendations for affordable, reliable options that can fast-charge any device while you’re on the road.
How One Small Startup Is Tackling Apple’s Big AirPods Problem
by Jon Chase
AirPods are a sustainability nightmare, but a small startup called The Swap Club is doing its part to help AirPods owners and the environment.
Which MacBook Should I Buy?
by Dave Gershgorn
Can’t decide which of Apple’s laptops is the best for your needs? For most people, the M2 MacBook Air is the one to buy.
Sleep
The Best Essential Oil Diffusers
by Dorie Chevlen and Shannon Palus
The Urpower 300ml Aroma Essential Oil Diffuser has been our favorite diffuser since 2017.
The Best White Noise Machine
by Joanne Chen and Annie Chou
A white noise machine can mask irritating noises that make it hard to sleep or difficult to focus. The LectroFan EVO is the most effective option for the price.
How to Choose a Mattress
by Joanne Chen
We’ve collected all our big-picture mattress-buying advice to help you find a bed you’ll happily sleep on for years.
The Best Mattresses for Back Pain
by Joanne Chen
There is no actual “best” mattress for back-pain sufferers, though one that feels medium-firm to you is likely to be the best choice. We have six to recommend.
Kitchen
Hop Water Isn’t Trying to Be Beer. That’s Why We Like It.
by Ben Keough
Haven’t heard of hop water? Here’s why your seltzer needs a kiss of herbal, piney, citrusy goodness—and which brands to look out for.
Ask Wirecutter: What Are the Best Buy-It-for-Life (and Beyond) Products?
by Annemarie Conte
These heirloom-worthy products are worth the investment.
The Secret to Making Your Kitchen Great for Cooking and Entertaining: Smart Lighting
by Megan Wollerton
There’s more to a kitchen than just cooking. Smart lighting lets you adjust and optimize the lights for cooking, entertaining, cleanup, and breakfast the next day.
Appliances
The Best Upright and Canister Vacuums
by Sabine Heinlein
Only a powerful plug-in upright or canister vacuum can truly deep-clean your carpets and floors. We recommend four.
What’s the Best Vacuum for Hardwood Floors?
by Sabine Heinlein
Any vacuum can clean bare floors, but some models make it a little easier. We think the Miele Classic C1 Pure Suction does an excellent job.
What’s the Best Vacuum for Pet Hair?
by Sabine Heinlein
We recommend six vacuums that have the tools, power, and maneuverability to tackle pet fur in your carpets, on your couch, or in your car.
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.
Gifts
The 38 Best Gifts for Grandparents
by Samantha Schoech
From life-upgrade gadgets to creative ways to display family photos, the best gifts for grandparents are here.
The 34 Best Gifts for College Graduates
by Samantha Schoech and Mari Uyehara
Whether your college grad is headed to their first real job or a new adventure, these useful gifts will help them on the road to adulthood.
The Best Strategy Board Games
by James Austin
The best strategy games pit you against your friends in an intense battle of wits. These are six of our favorites.
Outdoors
The Best Packable Daypack for Travel
by Kit Dillon
We chose four packable daypacks that you can keep on hand, whether you’re trekking across the globe or just on your daily commute.
I Hate Sleeping in a Tent. So I Turned My Car Into a Cozy Camping Haven.
by Elissa Sanci
In the last two years, I’ve fine-tuned my overlanding setup, which hinges on a car air mattress. Here’s what I use to feel close (but not too close) to nature.
The Best Camping Chairs
by Kyle Fitzgerald and Kalee Thompson
The Coleman Cooler Quad Chair is a classic camping chair to keep you comfortable in most situations. But we recommend other seating options too.
The Best Sandals
by Dorie Chevlen and Zoe Vanderweide
Whether you’re hitting the beach or heading out for a night on the town, we found 9 pairs of comfy, well-made sandals to suit a range of styles and budgets.
Style
These Elastic Shoelaces Turn All My Shoes (From Converse to Doc Martins) Into Slip-Ons
by Elissa Sanci
These $10 Bread Elastic Shoelaces were all I needed to start wearing my name-brand lace-up shoes more often.
Yes, Everyone’s Socks Are Showing. Here’s How to Rock the Trend—and the Pairs We Love.
by Samantha Schoech
The days of hiding your socks—or treating them as an afterthought—are over. In this new era, what’s on your ankles can be the star of your outfit.
The Best Men’s and Women’s Rain Jackets and Raincoats
by Zoe Vanderweide and Jackie Reeve
Want to stay dry? Our four favorite raincoats and rain jackets—in different styles, materials, and lengths—have you covered.
Travel
The Best Carry-On Travel Backpacks
by Kit Dillon
The Cotopaxi Allpa 35L is our backpack pick for most travelers. We also have picks for other travelers, including those who want to carry a bit more.
The Best Travel Power Strips and Surge Protectors With USB Charging
by Sarah Witman
The best power strip for travel in North America is the easily packable Tripp Lite Protect It 3-Outlet Surge Protector—our top pick for eight years running.
The Best Laptop Backpacks
by Zoe Vanderweide
A great laptop backpack protects your tech, is comfortable to carry, and looks good, too. These five bags are our favorites for wrangling your workday gear.
Traveling in a Wheelchair Is Hard. But This Wheelchair Let Me Do a Fulbright in the Philippines.
by Olivia Mae M. Asuncion
Traveling in a wheelchair can pose countless challenges. The EZ Lite Cruiser power wheelchair helped this writer get past the obstacles and see the world.
Health and fitness
The Best Smartwatch for Android Phones
by Ryan Whitwam
Smartwatches offer a good way to wrangle notifications and track activity. Samsung’s Galaxy Watch6 is the best option for Android users.
I’m Particular About My Toothpaste. This One Is Nearly Perfect.
by Katie Okamoto
Davids toothpaste doesn’t irritate my gums, comes in a neat recyclable tube, and fights cavities with a promising fluoride alternative, nano-hydroxyapatite.
The Best Electric Razor
by Ben Popken and Dan Koeppel
Across 10 years of testing, we’ve found that Braun foil shavers are the best for most faces. The Series 8 models shave closely and are easy to maintain.
Baby and kid
The Best Tricycles
by Jenni Gritters and Katharine Gammon
Over the past six years, we’ve enlisted dozens of kids to try out 21 three-wheelers, and we have four top trikes to recommend.
The Best Baby Wraps and Slings
by Kerry Davis McGuinness
A stretchy wrap or ring sling allows babies to securely snuggle up to their caregivers. We have the best options for you and your little one.
Now Is a Great Time to Buy a New Car Seat
by Rose Maura Lorre
Target’s semi-annual car seat trade-in event is happening through April 27, 2024.
What to Pack for Camping Trips With Kids
by Kalee Thompson
Investing in some high-quality basics can get kids excited about camping out—and help you avoid a mid-trip detour to the nearest big-box store.
Pets
Adopting a New Dog Checklist
by Kaitlyn Wells
Before you bring home a dog for the first time, make sure you have everything to keep your new pet happy and healthy.
How to Buy the Best Dog Food
by Kaitlyn Wells and Mel Plaut
Is the food you’re feeding your pup up to snuff? We’re here to help you find out.
The Best Water Fountain for Cats and Dogs
by Mel Plaut
These fountains might make a pet more excited to stay hydrated.
Games and hobbies
The Best Pickleball Paddles
by Seth Berkman
We tested eight pickleball paddles for players looking to buy their first serious paddle. The Paddletek Bantam EX-L is our top pick.
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.
How to Connect Your New Turntable to Any Audio System
by Brent Butterworth
No matter what kind of turntable and audio gear you have, it is possible to get them working together. Here’s how.
Ready to Get Serious About Vinyl? Start With These Affordable Accessories.
by Ian D. White
If you’ve discovered a passion for vinyl, a few affordable accessories can make a positive difference in your turntable setup.
Software and apps
So You’re Locked Out of Your Two-Factor Authentication App. Don’t Panic.
by Max Eddy
If you lose your phone or switch devices, you might get locked out of your online accounts. Here’s how to prevent that from happening.
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.
I Visited 14 National Parks In One Year. Here Are the Apps I Used to Plan and Pull Off Those Trips.
by Elissa Sanci
To explore national parks across the country successfully, I relied on these trusted apps to plan out every last detail.
Office
The Best Standing Desk Converters
by Kevin Purdy and Melanie Pinola
We built and worked on 17 standing desk converters, and we found that the Ergo Desktop Kangaroo Pro Junior remains the best way to stand at a stationary desk.
The Best All-in-One Computer
by Dave Gershgorn
If you need a family computer or want to cut down on cords in a home office, an all-in-one computer like Apple’s iMac is worth buying.
How Do You Get Rid of Shredded Paper? Think Twice Before Recycling.
by Melanie Pinola
PSA: Putting shredded paper in the recycling bin could do more harm than good.
The Best Monitor Arms
by Melanie Pinola
We researched and tested more than a dozen monitor arms and stands to find the best options to raise your screen and free up space on your desk.
Cars
The Best Car Phone Mount
by Roderick Scott and Nick Guy
No matter where you want to mount it, we’ve got plenty of options to keep your phone safely in view while you’re driving.
The Best Wireless Charging Phone Mounts for Cars
by Sarah Witman
A wireless charging mount lets you safely use a phone while driving and keep it juiced up along the way. iOttie’s Easy One Touch Wireless 2 remains the best.
The Best Dash Cam
by Sarah Witman
If you’d like the peace of mind of having a dash cam record as you drive, we think the Vantrue N4 is the best overall choice for most people.
Money
7 Earth Day Deals on Refurbished Wirecutter Picks
by Kaitlin Mahar
Shopping sustainably is no walk in the park, but these deals on refurbished Wirecutter picks can help you save some green while you go green.
4 Great 4/20 Deals on Our Favorite Vapes and Accessories
by Dan Kim
Break free from the haze of mediocre vaporizer deals. We’ve found 4 great discounts on Wirecutter picks to help you observe this high holiday for less.
The Best Target Circle Week 2024 Deals to Shop Now
by Kaitlin Mahar
Here are the very best Target Circle Week deals we’ve spotted, including deep discounts on Wirecutter picks from Apple, Lego, and Casaluna.
Is Target Circle 360 Right for You? Here’s Everything You Need to Know.
by Kaitlin Mahar
Target offers three different membership programs. We dissected the pros and cons of each one so you don’t have to.