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Home
![Five of the best alarm clocks, all powered on and showing a time of 12:40.](https://cdn.thewirecutter.com/wp-content/media/2021/04/alarmclocks-2048px-0S1A6550.jpg?auto=webp&quality=60&crop=3:2&width=509)
The Best Alarm Clocks
by Gregory Han
We found the best alarm clocks for all kinds of spaces, from analog and digital ones to smart alarms that gradually wake you up.
You’re Probably Not Cleaning Your Water Flosser As Often As You Should. Here’s How It’s Done.
by Elissa Sanci
We recommend cleaning your water flosser every one to three months to stave off mold and other buildup. Here’s how.
I Test Cleaning Appliances for Wirecutter. Here Are the Best Prime Day Deals on Vacuums and Organizing Gear We Recommend.
by Sabine Heinlein and Wirecutter Deals Team
We’ve collected the best Prime Day deals on Wirecutter picks to keep your home (and car and anywhere else) spick-and-span.
The Best Clothing Steamers
by Zoe Vanderweide
Looking to smooth wrinkles without an iron? We found three terrific steamers that will work for a range of situations and budgets.
Electronics
The Meta Quest 3 Is On Sale for Prime Day. Here’s How To Get the Most Out Of It.
by Signe Brewster
These tips and tricks will help you use our top-pick Meta Quest 3 VR headset better, whether you’re a first-time buyer looking for a Prime Day deal or a seasoned pro.
The Massive AT&T Data Breach Doesn’t Just Affect AT&T Customers. Here’s How to Protect Yourself.
by Max Eddy
If you called or texted with an AT&T number during this time, you should take certain steps.
These Board Games Will Bring You Immense Joy, and They’re All on Sale for Prime Day
by Wirecutter Deals Team
Stock up for your next game night with these fun-to-play board games, all on sale for Prime Day.
Sleep
![our six sunrise alarm test models lined up in a row side-by-side](https://cdn.thewirecutter.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/sunrisealarmclocks-lowres-6095.jpg?auto=webp&quality=60&crop=3:2&width=509)
The Best Sunrise Alarm Clock
by Joanne Chen and Annie Chou
We’ve tested over a dozen sunrise alarm clocks to find those with bright lights, soothing dawn and dusk simulations, and sleek designs.
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.
The Best Memory Foam Mattresses You Can Buy Online
by Caira Blackwell
A great memory-foam mattress hugs, cuddles, and cradles you just right. We’ve tested dozens to find three we recommend.
Why It’s Worth It to Spend a Little More on Sheets, Even for a Dorm Room
by Gabriella DePinho
Here’s our advice on how to shop for quality dorm sheets without breaking the bank.
Kitchen
The Case for Hand-Grinding Your Coffee
by Nathan Burrow
The Timemore C2 manual coffee grinder is elegant, durable, and has become an essential part of my morning routine.
The Best Growler
by Ben Keough
Thanks to its consistently excellent performance and beautiful handling, the Stanley Classic Easy-Pour is the growler to get.
The Best Oven Mitts and Pot Holders
by Michael Sullivan, Anna Perling, and Arianna Flores
After testing dozens of models, we’ve found a variety of great options to protect your hands while cooking.
Appliances
![The Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 sous vide machine in a pot with water, set next to a carton of eggs.](https://cdn.thewirecutter.com/wp-content/media/2024/07/sous-vide-machine-2048px-0675-3x2-1.jpg?auto=webp&quality=60&crop=3:2&width=509)
The Best Sous Vide Machine and Gear
by Ben Keough
We’ve been testing sous vide gear for over 10 years. Here’s what you need to get started.
The Best Car Vacuum
by Sabine Heinlein
We recommend four handheld vacuums that have helpful tools and the ability to reach into the nooks and crannies of a car.
How to Shop for a Heat Pump Water Heater
by Thom Dunn
We discuss how to know if a new, efficient electric heat pump water heater is right for your home.
I Wanted to Love Dyson’s New $1,200 Robot Vacuum. But Our $140 Budget Pick Cleans My Home Better.
by Sabine Heinlein
The Dyson 360 Vis Nav seems like a catch, but a variety of issues keep it from being true long-term relationship material.
Gifts
The 27 Best Gifts for 10-Year-Olds
by Ellen Lee and Wirecutter Staff
Many 10-year-olds are on the brink of teenage-dom, and value their friendships, independence, and personal passions.
The 27 Best Gifts for 9-Year-Olds
by Ellen Lee and Wirecutter Staff
Many 9-year-olds can take on grown-up activities—like baking and sewing—and use grown-up tools.
The 38 Best Gifts for 8-Year-Olds
by Ellen Lee and Wirecutter Staff
Many 8-year-olds are starting to discover their passions, from sports to STEM activities to the arts.
Outdoors
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Yeti Hard Coolers Are Great but Heavy. Our Fave Is Sleeker, Lighter, and on Sale for Prime Day.
by Kit Dillon
I’ve dragged my RITC down cliffs and across park paths. I haven’t been particularly kind to it. But this cooler is more than a sidekick—it’s a survivor.
The Best Folding Bike
by Amy Roberts and Duncan Niederlitz
After 85-plus hours of pedaling, shifting, folding, and unfolding, we’re convinced that the Dahon Mariner D8 is the best folding bike for most commuters.
7 Cheap(ish) Things for a Park Hang
by Elissa Sanci
Heading to the park? These affordable Wirecutter picks will make your outing more enjoyable.
How to Clean a Fire Pit
by Christine Ryan
Fire pits (smokeless or otherwise) don’t require much maintenance. To keep yours burning brightly, go easy on the water, and follow these simple steps.
Style
Levi’s Wedgies Jeans Are on Sale This Prime Day. Here’s How to Find the Perfect Pair for You.
by Rose Maura Lorre
Perhaps the only problem with Levi’s Wedgies, one of our top-pick women’s jeans, is that picking the right pair can be tricky. Here’s what to know before you buy.
The Best Laptop Tote Bags
by Kaitlyn Wells
Our favorite laptop bags are not only a stylish step up from utilitarian messenger bags but also more refined and work-appropriate than classic canvas totes.
Your Purse Is Filthy. Here Are Some Expert-Recommended Ways to Clean It Up.
by Rose Maura Lorre
Cleaning a purse or handbag can be trickier than you may think. Find out why—plus, how to care for yours and when you should take it to a pro.
Travel
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I Take This Backpack Everywhere. After Two Years, It’s Still Practically Flawless.
by Sri Rain Stewart
For two years and counting, Everlane’s ReNew Transit Backpack has been my go-to for commutes and weekend trips, thanks to its size, storage, and adjustability.
This Dependable Backpack Will Get You Through College—and Beyond
by Hana Stepnick
The Herschel Classic Backpack XL can help college kids carry what they need for campus life. It’s sturdy and stylish enough for the real world, too.
We Found the Optimal Way to Pack for a 3-Day Trip With Just a ‘Personal Item’
by Gabriella DePinho
If a free carry-on isn’t included in your ticket, don’t pay extra for it. Here’s how you can pack a personal item for a weekend trip.
Keeping Houseplants Alive and Happy When You’re Away Is Easier Than You Think
by Rose Maura Lorre
Many houseplants require no special attention when you leave them home alone. Here’s the little you need to do for them when you go on vacation.
Health and fitness
The Best Walkers
by Richard Eisenberg
Our favorite walkers and rollators help prevent falls and increase mobility indoors and outdoors.
The Best Bike Panniers
by Eve O'Neill
After spending five years testing dozens of panniers, we’ve chosen five that’ll be great for daily duty no matter what you’re toting or where you’re going.
The Best Lumbar Support Pillow
by Ayanna Redwood-Crawford
If you slouch while sitting at your desk for long periods or suffer from back pain after a long workday, a lumbar support pillow can make all the difference.
Baby and kid
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40(ish) Wirecutter Picks for Heading Back to School
by Wirecutter Staff
Here are 40(ish) of our favorite school supplies.
The 31 Best Gifts for Tweens
by Ellen Lee and Wirecutter Staff
Tweens are quickly transforming into young adults, but they can still appreciate gifts that are silly and fun.
14 Antiracist Books for Kids and Teens Recommended by BIPOC Teachers and Librarians
by Jackie Reeve
We asked librarians and teachers—all Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC)—to share books that they’ve found can help kids understand race and racism.
The Best Full-Size Strollers
by Elise Czajkowski
We considered more than 100 full-size strollers to determine the best ones to transport your kids and all of their stuff. These are the top five.
Pets
The Best Chicken Coop and Accessories
by Jackie Reeve
The best prefab chicken coop, plus all the accessories and professional advice you need to start a small backyard flock.
The Best Travel Carrier for Cats and Small Dogs
by Kaitlyn Wells
After lugging eight pet carriers around NYC, we found that the Sherpa Original Deluxe is the best for taking your small pet on a plane or to the vet.
How to Block Fireworks Noise for Adults, Kids, and Pets
by Rose Maura Lorre
Loud fireworks can be scary. Here’s how to keep yourself, your kids, and even your pets calm and stress-free.
Games and hobbies
![A Nintendo Switch surrounded by Nintendo Switch joy-cons, controllers, and headphones.](https://cdn.thewirecutter.com/wp-content/media/2023/12/switchaccessories-2048px-06928-3x2-1.jpg?auto=webp&quality=60&crop=3:2&width=509)
The Best Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite Accessories
by Haley Perry
Whether on the go or connected to your TV, accessories will make your Nintendo Switch experience easier and better.
I Can’t Get Enough of These Steel Tubs in My Garden
by Jackie Reeve
Behrens steel tubs lend flexibility and style to my garden. Mine have remained rust-free for three springs in the PNW, and are affordable enough to collect.
New Portable Cassette Players Transport You Back to the ’80s. But Do You Really Want to Go There?
by Brent Butterworth and Arriana Vasquez
We checked out the new generation of portable, Walkman-style cassette players to find out if an old-school audio format could really replace streaming services.
The Best Board Games
by Wirecutter Staff
Thousands of board games are released each year. We share some staff favorites that require more strategy, have deeper narratives, or are particularly beautiful.
Software and apps
The Best Password Managers
by Max Eddy
Everyone should use a password manager, and after researching dozens and testing six, we recommend 1Password because it’s secure and easy to use.
Turn Your Latest Adventure Into an Insta-Worthy Reel With These Video-Editing Apps
by Geoffrey Morrison
CapCut is the best app for editing your action-cam footage. If you’re just starting out, also consider the GoPro and Insta360 mobile apps.
The Best Mobile Scanning Apps
by Ben Keough and Melanie Pinola
These free apps turn your phone into a scanner and produce high-quality PDFs, JPEGs, and text documents.
Office
![Our top pick for best all-in-one printer, the HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e.](https://cdn.thewirecutter.com/wp-content/media/2023/05/allinoneprinters-2048px-3x2-5889.jpeg?auto=webp&quality=60&crop=3:2&width=509)
The Best All-in-One Printers
by Ben Keough and Kaitlyn Wells
The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e is our favorite all-in-one thanks to its ease of use, great print quality, and low cost of operation.
The Best Security Key for Multi-Factor Authentication
by Max Eddy
A physical security key helps you protect your online accounts, and Yubico still makes the best one.
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.
The Best Laser Printer
by Ben Keough and Kaitlyn Wells
The fast, reliable, and easy-to-use HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M283fdw is the laser printer we recommend for most home offices.
Cars
The Best Electric Vehicle Chargers for Home
by Sarah Witman
After 28 hours of research and 85 hours of testing, we’ve found the best ways to charge your electric vehicle at home.
Cheap(ish) Things to Cool Down Your Hot, Stuffy Car
by Elissa Sanci
These affordable items can help you survive a hot car summer.
The Best Gear for a Roadside Emergency
by Wirecutter Staff
After over 60 hours of research and talking with safety experts and mechanics, here are the items we recommend you keep in your car for a roadside emergency.
Money
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We’ve Found the 9 Best Deals Still Available for Walmart’s Anti Prime Day Sale.
by Kaitlin Mahar
Amazon’s 2024 Prime Day sale is July 16–17. But Walmart’s big sale is already here. We sifted through the Walmart Deals sale to find only the best discounts.
Some 4th of July Sales Are Still Going. These Are The Deals That Are Worth It.
by Dan Kim
Not every Fourth of July sale is worth it. We’ve rounded up the best sales on expert-recommended products.
Wirecutter’s 100 Most Popular Picks of June 2024
by Wirecutter Staff and Gabriella DePinho
These are the top 100 things our readers loved most in June, including portable chairs, air conditioners, stylish sun hats, and more.
21 Exclusive Deals on Wirecutter’s Favorite Summer Essentials, Luggage, and Clothes
by Dan Kim
Wirecutter’s Deals team is kicking off summer by bringing you exclusive savings on our favorite seasonal staples.