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  • The Best Sprinkler

    by Thom Dunn and Meg Muckenhoupt

    The Melnor XT45200M is the best garden sprinkler we’ve found in over three years of research.

  • One of the Rachio smart hose timers that we tested to find the best.

    The Best Smart Hose Timers

    by Megan Wollerton

    A smart hose timer allows you to automate watering your lawn or garden without having to install a complex and pricey irrigation system.

  • A Saatva Loom & Leaf mattress on a bed frame in a room setting.

    Saatva Mattress Reviews: An Honest Assessment

    by Christina Colizza

    Saatva is known for elegantly designed mattresses made with high-quality materials. Here’s everything you need to know if you’re considering one.

  • A Midea U MAW08V1QWT air conditioner shown setup on a window.

    The Best Air Conditioner

    by Thom Dunn

    Our firsthand tests have found air conditioners that will keep you cool, quietly and efficiently.

  • The Leesa Hybrid in a bed room.

    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.

  • A few of our picks for best stain removers next to red wine stain.

    The 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.

  • Dense white smoke rising into the air.

    How Can I Clear My Home of Wildfire Smoke?

    by Tim Heffernan and Ellen Airhart

    HEPA air purifiers, such as our picks from Coway and Airmega, are excellent at filtering wildfire smoke from your home’s air.

  • Two of our picks for the best flashlight, shown with both lights turned on next to a lit candle.

    The Best Flashlight

    by Doug Mahoney

    You can do better than the flashlight on your phone.

  • Two irons resting on top of a T-shirt on an ironing board.

    The Best Clothing Iron

    by Jackie Reeve

    After testing dozens of irons (and researching many more), we think the Black+Decker Allure Steam Iron D3030 is the best clothing iron for most people.

  • Where Should You Buy Appliances?

    by Michelle Ma

    What you need to know about getting a fair deal on delivery, installation, and customer service.

  • Close-up of a person using a silicone brush applying sauce on a rack of ribs on a charcoal grill.

    The 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 various handheld vacuums that were tested resting amongst each other and scattered cereal and pet hair.

    The Best Handheld Vacuum

    by Sabine Heinlein

    Handheld vacs ferret out crumbs from cushions, dirt from car seats, and fur from sofas. We recommend the Ryobi 18V One+ Performance Hand Vacuum Kit.

  • Three of our picks for best mousetraps, shown side by side.

    The Best Mousetrap

    by Doug Mahoney and Sarah Witman

    Our ethical, effective solutions to a mouse problem.

  • Four different colored wire cutters with colorful wires between them.

    The Best Wire Cutter

    by Doug Mahoney

    It took hundreds of cuts and years of reader requests for us to finally post the best wire cutter: The Channellock 337CB is a truly superior snipper.

  • Three smart sprinkler timers sitting in front of a brick wall.

    The Best Smart Sprinkler Timer

    by Megan Wollerton

    A smart sprinkler timer transforms a regular home irrigation system into an automated one that optimizes water usage and better ensures the health of your greenery.

  • Our three picks for best indoor security camera, displayed next to each other in front of a yellow background.

    The Best Indoor Security Camera

    by Rachel Cericola

    Security cameras keep a watchful eye on all your prized possessions—not only your stuff, but family and pets, too—and send an alert when motion is detected.

  • A person using a red pair of scissors to cut purple paper, surrounded by other scissors and materials to be cut.

    The Best Scissors for Every Task

    by Gabriella DePinho

    We love a good pair of standard scissors for multiple uses, but we also have favorite shears for when you need a special pair for a special project.

  • The contents of a bike patch kit spread on a work table.

    Build a Bike Patch and Flat Kit

    by Eve O'Neill

    If you own a bike, you need a patch kit. After 96 hours of testing, here are our picks for the best levers, patches, hand pumps, and more for most bike owners.

  • The Best Bike Repair Stand

    The Best Bike Repair Stand

    by Christine Ryan

    If you want to repair your bike at home, a sturdy, easy-to-use stand helps. After testing 12 stands, we recommend the Feedback Sports Sport Mechanic Bike Repair Stand.

  • A blue and white striped rug with its corner pulled back to reveal a rug pad.

    The Best Rug Pads

    by Alex Arpaia and Daniela Gorny

    After researching 23 rug pads and testing 15, we found that the Mohawk Home Dual Surface Rug Pad offers the best combination of cushion and grip.

  • A top down view of a living room with a rug we like.

    The Best Area Rugs

    by Shannon Palus, Gregory Han, and Daniela Gorny

    We tested 42 rugs and found 14 different styles to suit a variety of price ranges and preferences.

  • Young couple packing and checking stuff by using checklist before moving to new residence.

    The Ultimate Moving Checklist

    by Dorie Chevlen and Kit Dillon

    Our expert-backed moving checklist has all the tips and advice you need to make moving less stressful.

  • The L.L.Bean Pima Cotton Percale Sheet Set and the Cultiver Linen Sheet Set, our picks for best sheets for hot sleepers.

    The Best Sheets for Hot Sleepers

    by Jackie Reeve

    If you sleep hot in the summer (or any other season), we think high-quality cotton or linen sheets are the best choice for keeping you cool.

  • A person sitting with their legs crossed in a folding chair next to one of our picks for the best folding chair.

    The Best Folding Chairs

    by Ganda Suthivarakom and Alex Arpaia

    Our favorite folding chair, the HDX Plastic Folding Chair, is affordable, durable, and feels more comfortable for long sits than any other chair we tried.

  • Three photos, clockwise: an outdoor pathlight in a lawn, a lawn mower, and a person wearing a portable neck fan.

    The Best Lawn and Garden Deals for Spring

    by Kaitlin Mahar and Dan Kim

    Spring has sprung—and so have these deals on our experts’ favorite lawn and garden picks, just in time for summer.

  • The Zinus Moiz bed frame with a blanket wrapped mattress on top.

    The Best Platform Bed Frames Under $600

    by Gregory Han and Dorie Chevlen

    These stylish and sturdy, yet inexpensive, platform bed frames offer great support for most foam and spring mattresses.

  • The Riley Textured Cotton Coverlet in white.

    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.

  • Duvet Covers We Love

    by Jackie Reeve

    After spending almost 100 hours testing 16 duvet covers, we recommend five to style your bed for every season.

  • The front of the Ego Power+ 21” Select Cut Mower LM2135SP.

    The Best Lawn Mower

    by Doug Mahoney

    Keep your lawn looking great with these low-hassle, high-performing mowers.

  • Our four picks for the best Alexa speakers situated in a group next to a flower in a glass vase.

    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.

  • Four of our favorite dehumidifiers, shown next to each other in front of a sand-colored background.

    The Best Dehumidifiers

    by Tim Heffernan

    We’ve found dehumidifiers that are easy to live with and effectively reduce ambient moisture in your home.

  • The Scott reel mower being pushed over a bed of short grass.

    The Best Reel Mower for Your (Small) Lawn

    by Ed Grabianowski and Doug Mahoney

    After 30 hours researching and testing reel mowers, we think the Scotts 2000-20 20-Inch Classic Push Reel Lawn Mower is the best pick for manual lawncare.