Accessories

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If it goes on your device or plugs into it, we have you covered with reviews of everything from cases to cables to docks to keyboards, and whatever other accessories you may need for your smartphone, computer, tablet, and more. Our team's picks will help you personalize, protect, and be productive—this is the stuff you use every day, and we've found the best of it.
  • The Insignia 8-Device Backlit Universal Remote (left) and the Sofabaton U2 Universal Remote Control (right) leaning up against a couple of throw pillows.

    The Best Universal Remote Control

    by Adrienne Maxwell

    The Sofabaton U2 offers a good physical design and lots of features for the price. Though it has flaws, it’s the best remote we’ve found in a dying category.

  • All of our smart plug picks against a green background.

    The Best Smart Plugs

    by Kathryn Rath

    A smart plug boosts the IQ of un-brainy devices such as lamps, fans, or string lights, letting you easily set them to turn on or off on a schedule or on command.

  • A selection of various apple watch bands of different colors and types, and an apple watch in the middle with a gray band.

    Apple Watch Bands We Like

    by Haley Perry

    Apple Watch bands can be expensive, but you don’t need to spend a fortune on an everyday watch strap—or even a nice leather one.

  • Our three picks for the best trackballs including two finger operated and one thumb-operated trackball.

    The Best Trackballs

    by Thorin Klosowski

    Trackballs aren’t for everyone, but the best models offer a comfortable and customizable alternative to traditional mice.

  • An orange surface holds a selection of bluetooth trackers that we tested to find the best bluetooth tracker.

    The Best Bluetooth Tracker

    by Nick Guy

    If you’re worried about losing your stuff, a Bluetooth-enabled tracker can help. We have recommendations for iPhone and Android users.

  • Five of our favorite webcams lined up next to each other on top of a flat-screen computer monitor.

    The Best Webcams

    by Arriana Vasquez and Melanie Pinola

    If you’re unsatisfied with the camera that’s built into your computer—or if it doesn’t have one—the Logitech Brio 505 is your best option for sharp Zoom calls.

  • Our four picks for best USB-C laptop and tablet chargers, placed next to a laptop that is being charged with a USB-C cable.

    The Best USB-C Laptop and Tablet Chargers

    by Sarah Witman

    The best replacement for your original charger is the Nekteck 60W USB-C GaN Charger. It’s cheaper and smaller but just as powerful and reliable.

  • Our two picks for the best iPad Pro case, shown with a stylus.

    The Best iPad Pro Cases

    by Roderick Scott

    If you’re spending $1,000 on an iPad Pro, it makes sense to protect that investment with a good case.

  • Three of our picks for best laptop stands, shown next to each other.

    The Best Laptop Stands

    by Melanie Pinola

    The Rain Design iLevel 2 is our favorite laptop stand because it makes it easy to raise your screen to proper ergonomic height.

  • Three Uninterruptible Power Supply units resting next to each other.

    The Best Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)

    by Sarah Witman

    We tested leading UPS models and found that the CyberPower CP900AVR is the best option to keep essential gear running for up to four hours during a blackout.

  • Our top picks for the best iPad Pro keyboard cases, shown with a tablet and a stylus.

    The Best iPad Pro Keyboard Cases

    by Roderick Scott and Nick Guy

    If you want to turn your iPad Pro into a laptop, you need a keyboard case. Our favorite is much cheaper than Apple’s option.

  • Two Anker USB hubs plugged into a Mac laptop.

    Accessories for Your USB-C Laptop

    by Ivy Liscomb

    We've tested the best cables, hubs, and dongles to help you connect your all your peripherals to your new laptop, even if it has only USB-C ports.

  • Our picks for best USB phone charger displayed on a pink surface next to an iphone with a charging cable plugged in.

    The Best USB Phone Charger

    by Sarah Witman and Nick Guy

    No matter what kinds of USB-powered devices you own, we have picks to power them at their fastest charging speeds.

  • Our five picks for best kindle cases beside a candle and a pair of glasses.

    The Best Kindle Cases

    by Ivy Liscomb

    If you want a case for your Kindle, we have options that are colorful, tactile, or simply practical.

  • A few of our picks for best lightning cables for iPhones and iPads.

    The Best Lightning Cable for iPhone and iPad

    by Sarah Witman

    The best Lightning cable isn’t made by Apple. We tested dozens of options to find the best cable for charging an iPhone, iPad, AirPods, and Mac accessories.

  • A variety of USB-C cables and adapters.

    The Best USB-C Cables and Adapters

    by Jared Newman

    Although USB-C cables look similar, they’re not one-size-fits-all. We have recommendations for every situation.

  • Seven of the surge protectors we tested, all different sizes and shapes, shown next to each other.

    The Best Surge Protector

    by Sarah Witman

    Tripp Lite’s Protect It 12-Outlet Surge Protector TLP1208SAT absorbs thousands of volts so they won’t fry your gear, and it helpfully lets you know when its protection wears out.

  • From left, the Joby GorillaPod 1K Kit, mounted on a rock, and the Ulanzi ST-27 Metal Phone Tripod Mount Clip holding a blue iPhone.

    The Best Tripod for iPhones and Other Smartphones

    by Arriana Vasquez, Erin Roberts, and Phil Ryan

    Joby’s GorillaPod 1K Kit and the Ulanzi ST-27 tripod mount are the best choices to steady your smartphone when shooting photos and video.

  • A portable monitor connected to a laptop computer and displaying a vibrant orange wallpaper.

    The Best Portable Monitor

    by Dave Gershgorn

    If you need to get work done on the go, our portable monitor pick is an excellent second screen.

  • A collection of fast charging power sources and adapters, along with the devices they charge, laid out in an orderly fashion on top of a cream color surface.

    The Best Fast Chargers for Every Device

    by Nick Guy

    We’ve researched and tested the fastest chargers available and collected our recommendations of the best ones, no matter what device you need to charge.

  • A selection of compact mechanical keyboard that we tested to find the best.

    The Best Compact Mechanical Keyboards

    by Kimber Streams

    A compact mechanical keyboard takes up less space on a desk than a regular one—but you might need to be prepared to give up some keys in return.

  • Four laptop sleeves in various colors and styles; one with a laptop poking out.

    The Best Laptop Sleeves and MacBook Cases

    by Ivy Liscomb

    If you need an extra layer of protection for your pricey laptop, a sleeve is a great option that doesn’t take up a lot of extra space.

  • Two of our keyboard picks, the MX Keys full-size and the Logitech k380 compact, which is paired with a standalone number pad.

    The Best Keyboards

    by Kimber Streams

    We’ve spent thousands of hours typing on keyboards of all kinds to help you find a comfortable, satisfying option that fits your needs and budget.

  • Four of the mechanical keyboards that we tested to find the best, shown together with replacement keys.

    The Best Mechanical Keyboards

    by Kimber Streams

    If you spend a lot of time typing, a mechanical keyboard can be a great quality-of-life improvement. We have recommendations for just about every budget.

  • Several microSD cards next to a black Nintendo Switch.

    The Best microSD Cards

    by Joel Santo Domingo

    Most microSD cards are good enough, but if you know what to look for, it’s not hard to get one that’s great.

  • A computer monitor next to one of the monitor arms that we tested to find the best monitor arm.

    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.

  • Car keys and four cell-phone mounts placed next to each other, one holding a phone, against a green background

    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.