Games and hobbies

Plan a game night, take on a craft project, learn a new musical instrument, or find the tools and supplies you need to practice a new pursuit with our thoroughly tested picks. Our experts have found the best tools and accessories to keep you and your family learning, playing, and making something new in your spare time.

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  • Four USB microphones lined up next to each other alongside a pencil holder and an alarm clock.

    The Best USB Microphones for Musicians and Podcasters

    by Freddy Gerngross and Brent Butterworth

    Monoprice’s Dark Matter Sentry is an excellent all-purpose USB microphone that sounds great, offers an array of features, and comes at an affordable price.

  • Four ukuleles piled over each other in different direction.

    The Best Ukulele for Beginners

    by Brent Butterworth

    The Kala Satin Mahogany is our favorite starter uke for beginners. It sounds good, is easy to play, and comes in concert and soprano sizes.

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  • A cartoon of people playing football on top of a phone screen

    The Best Fantasy Sports Apps

    by James Austin

    Fantasy sports can seem intimidating, but ESPN Fantasy, with its useful features and user-friendly layout, is the best option for most beginners.

  • The Best 3D Pen

    by Signe Brewster

    After 35 hours of testing, we think the easy-to-use, comfortable, full-featured 3Doodler Create+ is the best tool for drawing 3D sculptures.

  • A screenshot from the video game "Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden."

    Video Games to Ride Out the End of Winter

    by Wirecutter Staff

    Winter isn’t done yet, but there’s good news: These video games are ready to hang out with you inside until it warms up out there.

  • A Bambu Lab A1 Mini 3D printer loaded with a teal colored filament.

    The Best 3D Printer

    by Dave Gershgorn

    The Bambu Lab A1 Mini is the fastest and easiest-to-use 3D printer we’ve found that is also compact enough to fit on a desk.

  • Three DNA testing kits on a green background

    The Best DNA Testing Kit

    by Brishette Mendoza and Amadou Diallo

    If you’re okay with the privacy risks that accompany a DNA testing service, AncestryDNA is best for exploring your ethnicity or finding contemporary relatives.

  • An assortment of drones in various colors along with a couple remote controllers.

    The Best Drones for Photos and Video

    by James Austin and Signe Brewster

    After testing 33 drones, we found the DJI Air 3 to be the best for most photographers and videographers.

  • A view of the SmartLab Smart Circuits

    The Best Electronics Kits for Kids and Beginners

    by Signe Brewster

    We tested electronics kits with kids ages 7 to 12 and got feedback from parents and makers to find the most engaging ways for kids to learn about electronics.

  • A drawing tablet sitting to the right of an open MacBook Pro, showing a drawing of a person, with a stylus next to the drawing tablet.

    The Best Drawing Tablets

    by Arthur Gies

    Drawing tablets are nearly indispensable for creating art on a PC or laptop, and models such as the Huion Inspiroy 2 M are great for beginners and veteran artists alike.

  • A collage of three photos: an Apple iPad (9th generation) (left), an open box of the game Sushi Go! (right top), and a Meta Quest 3 VR headset (right bottom)

    Wirecutter Picks to Curb Cabin Fever

    by Gabriella DePinho

    Make the most of your chill time at home with Wirecutter-approved games, Lego sets, puzzles, and more—for kids and grown-ups.

  • Fireworks going off next to a body of water.

    How to Photograph Fireworks Like a Pro

    by Phil Ryan

    Whether you have a dedicated camera or a smartphone, getting in a good position, holding still, and using a slow shutter speed will help get you the best shot.

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