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With so many brands and products vying for your attention, it can be hard to know what to add to your cart. Our buying guides and Test Kitchen-Preferred product reviews help you make smart choices for your home and kitchen.

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Tineco iFloor 3 Breeze Review: My Floors Were Never Really Clean Until I Tried This VacMop

The results are disgustingly good. Here's why the Tineco iFloor 3 Breeze vacuum-mop is the best investment you can make for your home.

I Tried the Flaviar Whiskey Advent Calendar That Sells Out Every Year

Flaviar's whiskey Advent calendar is our go-to gift for spirit enthusiasts. Sample 24 curated selections of bespoke bourbons from the...


Our Place Wonder Oven Review: The Easy-Bake Oven for Adults

With six different cooking methods baked-in, the Our Place Wonder Oven is like a better, more aesthetic Easy-Bake oven...


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Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro Review: Why I Ditched My Oven for This All-in-One App...

The Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro is an all-in-one countertop appliance that will crisp foods to perfection and so...


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Thermoworks Smoke X Review: This Dual-Probe Thermometer Is the Secret to the Juiciest Meat

After dozens of uses, it's safe to say our prep kitchen manager has made up her mind about the Thermoworks...

Vellabox Review: This Candle Subscription Service Keeps Your Home Cozy All Year Long

Who wouldn't want seasonal candles to show up on their doorstep? Our Vellabox review puts this candle subscription service to...


We Tried an Electric Juicer and Unlocked the Secret to Fuss-Free Homemade Lemonade

Make lemonade quickly and easily in the electric Proctor Silex juicer.

I Tried a Bean Box Subscription and It Changed My Mornings for the Better

Whether you're in a coffee rut or want a morning blend that's more upscale than store-bought coffee, a Bean Box...


The Beautiful by Drew Barrymore Hero Pan Is a One-Pot Cooking Solution

Is the Beautiful by Drew Barrymore Hero Pan truly the hero it claims to be?


I Cook Everything in This Smithey Cast-Iron Skillet—An Heirloom Kitchen Workhorse

I own a lot of cast-iron skillets, and this is my favorite. Smithey cast iron cooks like a dream and...


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The Nespresso Vertuo Plus Is the Best Coffee Pod Machine Money Can Buy

Bye-bye stale coffee! This machine brews coffee shop-level espresso and coffee every. single. time.

We Tried a KitchenAid Pasta Press—And It’s the Gadget of Our Italian Dreams

The nifty KitchenAid Pasta Press is a top-tier mixer attachment, according to our Executive Culinary Director. Read her full review...


We Tried the Viral, Steam-Powered Balmuda Toaster Oven—and It Reheats Pizza Like a Dream

Is the glamorous, steam-powered Balmuda toaster oven worth the price? One Shopping Editor put it to the test.


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I Tried the Bissell Steam Shot All Over My Home—and the Results Are Mind-Blowing

Think your home is clean? My Bissell Steam Shot review certainly made me second guess the cleanliness of my bathroom...


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The Best Sheet Pans for Your Kitchen, According to Our Pro Team

Your cookies deserve the best sheet pans. Find out which brands our Test Kitchen uses so you can get pro-level...


Pressed Floral Bouquets Are a Stunning Way to Preserve Life’s Most Special Moments

Transform your cherished blooms into timeless pieces of art with the Pressed Floral trend, extending their beauty for a lifetime.

Xtrema Ceramic Cookware Review: How Does a 100% Ceramic Frying Pan Hold Up?

What is fully ceramic cookware, and how does it differ from ceramic-coated pans? Our Sales Editor put the 100% ceramic...


This $15 Container Makes Perfect Pasta in the Microwave

Perfect pasta dishes don't have to take hours. Say goodbye to boiling water and draining noodles—the Nordic Ware microwave pasta...


Be Your Own Barista with the Mr. Coffee Single-Serve Latte, Iced and Hot Coffee Maker

The Mr. Coffee 4-in-1 coffee maker whips up iced coffee, cappuccinos and lattes in under four minutes—but do the results...


I Tested the Internet-Famous Beast Blender to See If It’s More Than a Pretty Kitc...

The Beast Blender has won the internet's heart for its chic aesthetic and unique features, but how does it compare...


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I Tried the Bartesian Cocktail Maker—Is It Worth the Splurge?

Also known as the "Keurig for cocktails," the Bartesian cocktail maker is the next best thing to having an in-house...


We Tried Hidden Valley Pickle Flavored Ranch and It’s Dill-icious

Hidden Valley Pickle Ranch blends two complementary tastes for a dill-lightful dip.


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The Best Wine Openers: Pro Corkscrew Picks of 2023

Time to grab your favorite bottle of rosé. Our experts found the best wine opener options on the market, including...


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Pro Picks: The Best Orange Juice Brands

Complete your breakfast spread or weekend brunch mimosa with the best orange juice. Our pros sampled 10 to find the...


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The Best Bread Machines for All Types of Bakers

Make baking easy with a bread maker. Our Test Kitchen tried 10 different brands to find the best bread machines...

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The Best Yellow Cake Mix: We Tried Betty Crocker, Pillsbury and 5 More

Pillsbury, Duncan Hines, Betty Crocker: Which brands make the best yellow cake mix? Our team tried eight different boxed mixes...


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The Best Mandoline Slicers, Tested by Our Pros

Make prep work a breeze with the best mandoline slicer. Our Test Kitchen team put nine popular brands to the...


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You’ll Want to Ditch Your Box Grater After Seeing This Viral Cheese Shredder

Spoiler alert: It slices, shreds and grates cheese (and beyond) in seconds!


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These Viral TikTok Storage Containers for Flour and Sugar Are a Total Game Changer

Yes, there is an easier way to store flour and sugar, and the answer is these TikTok famous baking containers....


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The Best Gluten-Free Bread You Can Buy

The best gluten-free bread is a must on any GF shopping list. Our Test Kitchen tried eight brands to find...


Ooni Pizza Steel Review: Make Homemade Pizzas in Your Kitchen Oven in Half the Time

Want to make homemade pizzas with crispy crusts and have them ready in no time? Here's our full review of...