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An array of our top picks for the best portable bluetooth speakers against a beige background.

The Best Portable Bluetooth Speaker

by Brent Butterworth

The UE Wonderboom 3 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.

  • A close-up of the Anvil Homeowner's Tool Set, our pick for best basic home toolkit.

    The Best Basic Home Toolkit

    by Doug Mahoney

    The Anvil Homeowner’s Tool Set from Home Depot is the best basic pre-assembled home toolkit we’ve found.

  • Vornado fan

    5 Cheap(ish) Things to Keep Your Bedroom Cool

    by Christine Cyr Clisset

    An air conditioner is the obvious best fix for a hot bedroom. But if you don’t have one, there are some relatively simple and affordable steps you can take to keep your bedroom cool.

  • Two of our picks for best pressure washer, both by Ryobi, sitting side by side in the grass.

    The Best Pressure Washer

    by Doug Mahoney

    New pressure washers are getting smaller and quieter, with plenty of scouring power for outdoor surfaces.

Electronics

  • The Best Soundbar

    The Best Soundbar

    by Brent Butterworth

    The Polk MagniFi Mini AX is the all-around best soundbar because of its big, immersive sound, small footprint, affordable cost, and easy operation.

  • The Best External Hard Drive

    The Best External Hard Drive

    by Joel Santo Domingo

    If you need a lot of storage that you can move around, an external hard drive is a no-brainer, and we have options for almost everyone.

  • The Best Pro Tablets

    The Best Pro Tablets

    by Dave Gershgorn

    If you’re looking to replace or supplement your laptop with a tablet, you have great options but also tough choices ahead of you.

Sleep

Illustration of a man layign on a sofa.

Upgrades to Make a Sleeper Sofa Worth Sleeping On

by Harry Sawyers

Sleeping on a sofa bed doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Here's our advice on how to make it more comfortable.

Kitchen

  • Buying a Gas Stove or Dryer? Read This First.

    Buying a Gas Stove or Dryer? Read This First.

    by Rachel Wharton

    The Inflation Reduction Act could save you thousands of dollars on new and efficient electric appliances. Here’s how to maximize it.

  • The Best Ice Cube Tray

    The Best Ice Cube Tray

    by Nick Guy, Ganda Suthivarakom, and Ciara Murray Jordan

    Everyone needs a basic ice cube tray. Our favorite is the OXO Good Grips Ice Cube Tray, which makes 14 half-moon cubes and has a lid that resists freezer burn.

  • The Best Induction Cooktop

    The Best Induction Cooktop

    by Rachel Wharton

    An induction cooktop—safe, sleek, and efficient—can transform your kitchen and the way you cook. Here’s how to choose the best one for you.

Appliances

A line-up of some of our picks for best air purifier, organized into two rows.

The Best Air Purifier

by Tim Heffernan

Get cleaner air in a range of room sizes with air purifiers we’ve tested and measured firsthand.

  • An image of the Maytag washer and dryer built into a countertop

    The Best Dryers

    by Tyler Wells Lynch

    After 50 hours of research, we learned that all dryers work pretty similarly. If you need one, check out the cheap, sturdy Maytag MEDX655DW.

  • Our top pick portable air conditioner, the Midea Duo MAP12S1TBL, shown in a room.

    The Best Portable Air Conditioner

    by Thom Dunn

    A good portable AC is hard to find, but our picks provide year-round climate control that’s quiet and efficient.

  • Two robot vacuums next to each other, vacuuming a red floor with a few pieces of cereal on it.

    The Best Robot Vacuums

    by Sabine Heinlein

    Robot vacuums never get bored or tired, so with little effort on your part, they can keep your floors consistently tidy.

Gifts

  • The 33 Best Gifts for 4-Year-Olds

    The 33 Best Gifts for 4-Year-Olds

    by Kelly Glass, Caitlin Giddings, and Wirecutter Staff

    Toys that encourage building, puzzling, role-playing, and creating will engage curious 4-year-olds.

  • The 38 Best Gifts for 3-Year-Olds

    The 38 Best Gifts for 3-Year-Olds

    by Caitlin Giddings and Wirecutter Staff

    Open-ended toys that inspire role-playing and beginner board games that encourage cooperation make great gifts for 3-year-olds.

  • The 36 Best Gifts for 2-Year-Olds

    The 36 Best Gifts for 2-Year-Olds

    by Caitlin Giddings and Wirecutter Staff

    Many 2-year-olds are learning to manipulate objects in more-precise ways, so look for toys and gifts that challenge their fine motor skills.

Outdoors

Numerous water bottles of different brands and styles.

The 8 Best Water Bottles

by Eve O'Neill and Sam Schild

We’ve found eight different picks—water bottles suited for everyone from gym rats to frequent travelers.

Style

  • How to Choose the Best Running Shoes for You

    How to Choose the Best Running Shoes for You

    by Seth Berkman and Ingrid Skjong

    The best shoes for you are the ones you won’t think about much once you’re on the road. Finding them may involve trial and error. Here’s how to get started.

  • The Best Tie-Dye Kits

    The Best Tie-Dye Kits

    by Taryn Mohrman

    Make gorgeous, vibrant tie-dye shirts with our top pick, the Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit.

  • Our Favorite Messenger Bags

    Our Favorite Messenger Bags

    by Sri Rain Stewart

    Stylish and practical, a great messenger bag can be a commuter’s best friend. We found five great options that will suit a range of budgets, tastes, and lifestyles.

Travel

A selection of our favorite gifts for travelers, including Aesop travel cosmetics, a book on national parks, an eye mask, and more.

The 36 Best Gifts for Frequent Travelers

by Samantha Schoech

We’ve put together a selection of fun, useful and clever gifts for that person who always has a trip planned.

Health and fitness

Baby and kid

The Grimm’s Spiel und Holz Small Rainbow, shown with its various nesting pieces.

The 31 Best Gifts for 1-Year-Olds

by Caitlin Giddings and Wirecutter Staff

Some of the best gifts for 1-year-olds are those that engage kids’ rapidly developing motor skills, sensory exploration, and boundless curiosity.

Pets

  • The 22 Best Gifts for Dogs and Dog Lovers

    The 22 Best Gifts for Dogs and Dog Lovers

    by Samantha Schoech and Mari Uyehara

    Here we present very good gifts for very good dogs (and their humans)—all vetted by Wirecutter’s pet-loving staffers.

  • The 12 Best Pet Loss and Memorial Gifts

    The 12 Best Pet Loss and Memorial Gifts

    by Samantha Schoech

    Support a grieving pet companion with a gift that helps them remember their animal friend with joy.

  • What’s the Best Vacuum for Pet Hair?

    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.

Games and hobbies

A handful of cornhole bags.

The Best Gear for Cornhole, Bags, Sack Toss, or Whatever Y’all Call It Where You’re From

by James Austin

After surveying professionals and tossing their recommendations around ourselves, we chose the GameChanger Steady 2.0 Cornhole Bags for our own backyard games.

  • Drawing of a person leaning against a tree with a smart phone leaning against the far side of the tree.

    10 Apps to Add to Your Kid’s First Phone (That Aren’t Social Media)

    by Ellen Lee

    Learn an alien language. Identify local wildlife. Take care of a digital pet—and yourself. These apps can be fun and helpful additions to your kid’s phone.

  • Two of our picks for best beginner keyboards placed next to each other.

    The Best Budget Digital Piano for Beginners

    by Brent Butterworth and John Higgins

    The Roland FP-10 is our favorite budget digital piano for beginners because it offers the most realistic feel and sound among models in its price range.

  • Three disposable cameras laying on a table on top of an assortment of photos and film.

    The Best Disposable Cameras

    by Phil Ryan

    Fujifilm’s QuickSnap Flash 400 and Kodak’s FunSaver one-time-use cameras will give you reliably great color results at your next party or gathering.

Software and apps

Office

A selection of our favorite gifts for coworkers, including a Hoptimist, a glass dry-erase board, a few small succulents, and a mug warmer.

The 27 Best Gifts for Co-Workers

by Samantha Schoech and Mari Uyehara

Whether you’re seeing your co-workers in the office or on a screen, show them you care with these desk- and home-friendly gift ideas.

  • A purple and green illustration showing a person on a too-small bed with stuffed animals and pony posters.

    I Moved Back In With My Parents. These Essentials Are Critical to Making It Work.

    by Gabriella DePinho

    Like many Gen Z folks, I returned to live with my parents after college. Here’s how we make it work.

  • Two of ring lights set up on their stands behind a laptop.

    How to Buy the Best Ring Light

    by Melanie Pinola

    A ring light can make you look more professional on video calls, but not all lights are created equal. Here’s how to find the right one.

  • Four chairs we recomend, clustered close together on a green rug.

    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.

Cars

  • The Best Convertible and All-in-One Car Seats

    The Best Convertible and All-in-One Car Seats

    by Christina Szalinski

    After researching dozens of seats and testing 17, we’ve concluded that the Graco Extend2Fit Convertible is the best convertible car seat for most families.

  • The Best Dash Cam

    The Best Dash Cam

    by Geoffrey Morrison and Sarah Witman

    If you want the peace of mind of having a dash cam record as you drive, we think the Viofo A229 Pro is the best overall choice for most people.

  • The Best USB Car Charger

    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.

Money

Collage with images of three of Wirecutter’s most popular picks of May 2024.

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.