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The Best Online Flower Delivery Service

by Hannah Morrill and Mari Uyehara

Ordering flowers online can feel like a shot in the dark. Of the 14 we considered, a few standouts were consistently fresh, beautiful, and timely enough to recommend.

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Home

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A person removing lint from a shirt as they're taking it out of the dryer.

11 Cheap(ish) Laundry Aids to Help Your Clothes Look Better and Last Longer

by Zoe Vanderweide and Dorie Chevlen

The right tools can keep your clothing looking better for longer. Here’s what you need to wash, dry, and spruce up your favorites.

  • Four of our picks for the best flashlight side by side with their lights turned on.

    The Best Flashlight

    by Doug Mahoney

    The best flashlights, such as the ThruNite Archer 2A V3, offer unmatched illumination, versatility, and durability.

  • The Leesa Hybrid in a bed room.

    The Best Hybrid Mattresses

    by Joanne Chen

    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 person sleeping on their back from our review of the best mattresses for back sleepers.

    The Best Mattresses for Back Sleepers

    by Joanne Chen

    If you prefer to sleep on your back, you’ll probably want a medium-firm mattress to align your spine and keep your shoulders, hips, and lower back comfortable.

Electronics

Computers, Audio, Smartphones, or see all in Electronics
  • The Best Bluetooth and Wireless Keyboards

    The Best Bluetooth and Wireless Keyboards

    by Kimber Streams

    The best wireless keyboards are comfortable, reliable, and a joy to type on, whether you want a compact option like the Logitech K380 or something full-size.

  • How to Shop for a Mechanical Keyboard

    How to Shop for a Mechanical Keyboard

    by Kimber Streams

    Most keyboards suck. Upgrading to a mechanical one might be the right move. Here’s how to find the perfect mechanical keyboard for your needs.

  • The Best Mirrorless Camera

    The Best Mirrorless Camera

    by Phil Ryan

    After testing dozens of cameras over the years, we can say that the Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV is the best mirrorless camera for most people.

Sleep

How to sleep better, Sleep gear, Mattresses, or see all in Sleep
An individual sleeping on their stomach, from our guide to best mattresses for stomach sleepers.

The Best Mattresses for Stomach Sleepers

by Joanne Chen

We like these six medium-firm mattresses best for stomach-sleepers because they’ll support and cushion your midsection while still aligning your spine.

  • A person sitting cross legged on top of a mattress with our pick for best mattress topper on it.

    The Best Mattress Toppers

    by Alex Arpaia and Daniela Gorny

    After 300 hours sleeping on 17 models, we’ve chosen four memory-foam, latex, and fiber-filled mattress toppers that we think will work for most sleepers.

  • our six sunrise alarm test models lined up in a row side-by-side

    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.

  • A person sleeping on their side while using two white pillows and a comforter.

    The Best Mattresses for Back Pain

    by Joanne Chen

    There is no actual “best” mattress for back-pain sufferers, though one that feels medium-firm to you is likely to be the best choice. We have six to recommend.

Kitchen

Cooking tools and utensils, Small kitchen appliances, Food and grocery, or see all in Kitchen

Appliances

Small home appliances, Large home appliances, Vacuum cleaners, or see all in Appliances
The Rusk W8less hairdryer on an orange background with a pink and blue border.

The Lightweight Rusk W8less Beats All the Pricey Hair Dryers I’ve Tried. And It’s Under $100.

by Kalee Thompson

The quiet, lightweight Rusk W8less works as well as hair dryers five times the price. It blows hot air fast and will last for years.

  • 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.

  • Two glasses filled with different kinds of ice cubes.

    Clear Ice Is Better Than Cloudy Ice. Here’s Why.

    by Elissa Sanci

    Clear ice can keep your sodas and seltzers fizzy. Here are a few ways to make it at home.

  • The Best Stand Mixer

    by Lesley Stockton and Anna Perling

    After over 50 hours of research and testing since 2013, we think the KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer is the best you can buy.

Gifts

Gifts for grown-ups, Gifts for babies and kids, Holiday decorating, or see all in Gifts

Outdoors

Outdoor gear, Apparel, Camping, or see all in Outdoors
A person wearing jogging equipment, stretching their leg in a park as they get ready to run.

The Best Running Gear

by Ingrid Skjong and Wirecutter Staff

The right running gear can help you make the most of your training. After extensive research and testing with passionate runners, here’s what we recommend.

  • The Best Ski Socks

    by Colin Rosemont

    We spent 50 hours researching and testing 12 pairs of ski socks, and chose the men’s and women’s Smartwool Ski Targeted Cushion Over the Calf socks as the best for most people.

  • The Best Bike Racks for Small Homes and Apartments

    The Best Bike Storage Ideas

    by Christine Ryan

    After 30-plus hours of research and testing, we think the Delta Cycle Michelangelo Gravity Stand is the best bike rack for storing bikes in limited-space homes.

  • Three kids scooters in blue, green, and black standing next to each other near a wooden step stool with a kids water bottle on it.

    The Best Kids Scooters

    by Katharine Gammon

    We’ve compared 16 kids scooters over the past five years, and we are confident that the popular Micro Maxi Deluxe is a worthwhile investment in longtime fun.

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Travel

Gear, Bags, Luggage, or see all in Travel
The Trtl travel pillow.

The Silly-Looking Trtl Travel Pillow Is the Only Way I Can Sleep on Flights

by Elissa Sanci

You might look funny while wearing the one-sided Trtl travel pillow in flight, but you won’t care when you land at your destination bright-eyed and bushy-tailed.

Health and fitness

Coronavirus coverage, Personal care, Exercise, or see all in Health and fitness
  • The Best Adjustable Dumbbells

    The Best Adjustable Dumbbells

    by Seth Berkman and Ingrid Skjong

    After months of lifting, we recommend the compact, easy-to-use Core Home Fitness Adjustable Dumbbell Set for at-home strength training.

  • The Best Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids and Other Hearing Solutions

    The Best Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids and Other Hearing Solutions

    by Lauren Dragan

    No single over-the-counter hearing device is perfect for everyone, so we offer different recommendations for different priorities and budgets.

  • The Best Bathroom Scales

    The Best Bathroom Scales

    by Nancy Redd

    Most scales under $50 have significant drawbacks, but the EatSmart Precision+ Ultra-Wide Bathroom Scale has proved reliable over years of long-term testing.

Baby and kid

Baby, Toys, School, or see all in Baby and kid
Five pairs of kids headphones sit against an orange backdrop, with an iPhone playing music.

The Best Kids Headphones

by Lauren Dragan

Whether you need kids headphones for entertainment, school, or travel, we have recommendations—and they all limit the maximum volume to protect young ears.

Pets

Dogs, Gear for pets, Cats, or see all in Pets

Games and hobbies

Games and puzzles, Survive and thrive at home, Music, or see all in Games and hobbies
Our favorite karaoke machines lined up side by side with microphones and accessories.

The Best Karaoke Machines

by Thom Dunn

After months of research and straining our vocal cords, we think the Tonor K20 Wireless Karaoke Machine is the best karaoke machine for most people.

  • 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 gingerbread house that has been fully built and decorated and is underneath a glass cover, surrounded by a holiday wreath.

    Expert Advice to Avoid Gingerbread House Disasters

    by Taryn Mohrman

    Building a gingerbread house isn’t as easy as it looks, but these tips will help you avoid shoddy construction.

  • Five neatly decorated gingerbread houses placed on a festively decorated table.

    The Best Gingerbread House Kits

    by Taryn Mohrman

    We spent over 15 hours building gingerbread houses to help you have a stress-free construction and decorating experience.

Software and apps

  • The Best Online Fax Services

    The Best Online Fax Services

    by Melanie Pinola

    If you need to send occasional faxes for free, no service does it better than Dropbox Fax. Need to fax sensitive info? Give mFax a try.

  • The Best Meditation Apps

    The Best Meditation Apps

    by Caira Blackwell

    After testing 19 meditation apps, we think Headspace best serves most people seeking a convenient way to practice mindfulness.

  • Back Up and Secure Your Digital Life

    Back Up and Secure Your Digital Life

    by Haley Perry

    From password managers to backup software, here are the apps and services everyone needs to protect themselves from security breaches and data loss.

Office

Home office, Office furniture, Printers and scanners, or see all in Office
A small document on the flatbed face of a Canon CanoScan LiDE 300.

The Best Cheap Scanner

by Ben Keough and Phil Ryan

We think the Canon CanoScan LiDE 300 is the best for high-resolution scans of delicate or thick items, and the Epson Perfection V600 is best for film.

  • An illustration of a person talking on a phone while eating at a desk in between two other people.

    8 Ways to Avoid Being Annoying at Your Coworking Space

    by Melanie Pinola

    Coworking spaces foster community and productivity, but there are social rules to follow. Coworking experts share the dos and don’ts.

  • Two polaroid pictures of the Brother P-touch Cube Plus and the labels it can make on folder dividers.

    I Felt Lost in My Own Home Before This Little Label Maker

    by Elissa Sanci

    Our top-pick label-maker, the Brother P-touch Cube Plus produces good-looking, durable labels that can survive multiple runs through the dishwasher.

  • Our two picks for best home projector for a living room, side by side with a vertical stack of DVDs in between.

    The Best Projectors

    by Wirecutter Staff

    We reviewed every type of projector to find the best projector to fit your needs, whether it’s for a home theater or a home office.

Cars

Accessories for your car, or see all in Cars

Money

Deals and sales, Knowing when to buy, Managing your money, or see all in Money

Escape the Morning Blahs With These Cyber Monday Deals on Self-Care Essentials

by Wirecutter Staff

Upgrade your morning routine with these Wirecutter-approved health and grooming picks—all on sale.

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