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by Rory Evans

We tested more than 30 vitamin C products touting sky-high claims. Our top picks live up to their hype.

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The Wirecutter Show Bonus Episode: Delete Your Data from 23andMe

by Wirecutter Staff

23andMe, maker of popular DNA test kits, has filed for bankruptcy and is looking for a buyer. Here’s why customers should delete their info before it’s sold.

Home

Cleaning, Smart home devices, Bedroom, or see all in Home

The Best Tape Measure

by Doug Mahoney

After 45 hours of research and durability tests on 17 tape measures, we think that the Stanley 25-foot PowerLock Tape Measure is the best option for most people.

  • Five patio umbrellas tested shown setup outdoors side by side.

    The Best Patio Umbrella and Stand

    by Kalee Thompson and Joshua Lyon

    After years of long-term testing, we recommend Treasure Garden’s Market Umbrella. We also recommend bases from Article and Best Choice.

  • two rolls of duct tape and a box cutter on a periwinkle background

    The Best Duct Tape

    by Doug Mahoney

    Duck Max Strength is the best all-purpose duct tape.

  • Our pick for best smart deadbolt lock, the Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt, installed on a white door.

    The Best Smart Locks

    by Jon Chase

    A smart lock lets you go key-free and know whenever someone comes and goes. Our pick, the Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt, is sturdy, simple, and reliable.

Electronics

Smartphones, Audio, Computers, or see all in Electronics

Sleep

How to sleep better, Sleep gear, Mattresses, or see all in Sleep
A person sleeping on their side while resting on one of our picks for the best mattresses for side sleepers.

The Best Mattresses for Side Sleepers

by Caira Blackwell and Joanne Chen

If you regularly sleep on your side, you’ll likely want a cushy mattress that aligns your spine and offers good support. These are our favorites.
  • A woman sleeping on her stomach on a Leesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress.

    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.

  • Two people smiling at the camera while wearing robes.

    9 Great Robes We Love for Every Season

    by Zoe Vanderweide

    We found nine ultra-comfy women’s, men’s, and unisex robes in a wide variety of fabrics and styles.
  • 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.

Kitchen

Cooking tools and utensils, Small kitchen appliances, Food and grocery, or see all in Kitchen
  • The Best Wall Ovens

    The Best Wall Ovens

    by Sharon Franke

    The Café CTS70DP2NS1 has a clean design that will look great in most kitchens, and it costs a lot less than other wall ovens with a similar aesthetic.
  • We Believe in Buy-It-For-Life Products. Here Are Our 25 Favorites.

    We Believe in Buy-It-For-Life Products. Here Are Our 25 Favorites.

    by Gabriella DePinho

    These buy-it-for-life Wirecutter picks will pass the test of time thanks to durable materials, solid construction, and generous warranties.
  • The Best Boxed Cake Mix

    The Best Boxed Cake Mix

    by Mace Dent Johnson

    We baked and tasted nine boxed yellow cake mixes, and we found four fluffy, golden favorites.

Appliances

Small home appliances, Large home appliances, Vacuum cleaners, or see all in Appliances
The Bissell Little Green Portable Carpet Cleaner 1400B and the Bissell Little Green Pet Pro 2891 situated next to each other, between two messes of ice cream and red wine.

The Best Portable Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner

by Sabine Heinlein

A spot cleaner like the Bissell Little Green Portable Carpet Cleaner 1400B can help you tackle spills, splats, and other messes on your carpet or upholstery.

  • Our two picks for best Carpet Cleaners, displayed side by side on a carpet, each one next to a bottle of their included cleaning formula.

    The Best Carpet Cleaners

    by Sabine Heinlein

    Has your carpet seen better days? We tested six carpet cleaners to find those with the best combination of stain-busting power and convenience.
  • Our top pick portable air conditioner, the Midea Duo MAP12S1TBL, shown in a room.

    The Best Portable Air Conditioner

    by Thom Dunn

    A good portable AC is hard to find, but our picks provide year-round climate control that’s quiet and efficient.

  • 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.

Gifts

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  • Wirecutter's 76 Essential Wedding Registry Items

    The Best Wedding Registry Gift Ideas

    by Samantha Schoech

    Our list of what to register for contains the basics and upgrades for practical necessities, like towels, dishes, and drinking glasses, along with more fun and unusual finds.
  • The 35 Best Mother’s Day Gifts

    The 35 Best Mother’s Day Gifts

    by Mari Uyehara and Samantha Schoech

    Your mom gave you life. Mother’s Day is a chance to shower her with love and gratitude, with a gift that shows you see and appreciate her.
  • 5 Gifts That Are Really, Truly Funny

    5 Gifts That Are Really, Truly Funny

    by Samantha Schoech

    We make the case for genuinely funny (not junky) gag gifts. Plus, some under-$25 delights and a swanky leather fly swatter.

Outdoors

Outdoor gear, Apparel, Camping, or see all in Outdoors
An assortment of sandals, in a wide variety of colors and styles, that we tested to find the best sandals.

The Best Sandals

by Dorie Chevlen and Zoe Vanderweide

Whether you’re hitting the beach or heading out for a night on the town, we found 6 pairs of comfy, well-made sandals to suit a range of styles and budgets.

  • The Best Water Bottles

    by Kit Dillon

    The Hydro Flask 24 oz Wide Mouth with Flex Chug Cap is our choice to keep your water cold for hours, wherever you may take it.

  • Two different hydration packs pictured together.

    The Best Hydration Packs for Day Hikers

    by Jenni Gritters

    After eight years of hikes, we still recommend the Osprey Skarab 18 and the Osprey Skimmer 16 to stay comfortable and hydrated. 

  • Several different dinnerware plates in multiple colors and patterns.

    The Best Outdoor Dinnerware

    by Dorie Chevlen

    From festive melamine and bamboo plates to classic enamelware, our favorite outdoor tableware pieces are perfect for taking dinner outdoors.

Style

  • How to Clean White Sneakers

    How to Clean White Sneakers

    by Andrea Barnes

    Dish soap and a soft scrub brush can brighten dirty, dingy sneakers. Stinkier shoes may call for a spin in the washing machine.
  • 50(ish) Apparel and Accessory Picks to Get You Ready for Spring—Rain or Shine

    50(ish) Apparel and Accessory Picks to Get You Ready for Spring—Rain or Shine

    by Gabriella DePinho

    Here are all the apparel and accessories you need to get through spring, from rain boots to sneakers and from rain pants to hip denim.
  • The Best Beach Bag

    The Best Beach Bag

    by Kit Dillon

    After testing beach bags in Northern California and Hawaii, we’re convinced that the L.L.Bean Boat and Tote is a classic for very good reasons.

Travel

Bags, Gear, Luggage, or see all in Travel
A person reading a road atlas while sitting on the hood of their car, parked on the side of a road in the desert.

The Best Gear for Your Road Trips

by Kit Dillon and Wirecutter Staff

After hundreds of hours of research and 1,500 miles behind the wheel, we’ve singled out the gear that’s absolutely essential for your next journey on the open road.

Health and fitness

Personal care, Coronavirus coverage, Exercise, or see all in Health and fitness

Baby and kid

Baby, Toys, School, or see all in Baby and kid
Our three picks for best stroller wagon, shown side by side in front of a pink background.

The Best Stroller Wagons

by Liz Iversen

Got kids and gear you need to schlep to the soccer field, the beach, or the neighborhood block party? A stroller wagon might be for you.
  • Our three picks for best baby swings, including our overall pick, the Graco Glider LX Gliding Swing.

    The Best Baby Swings

    by Dori Zinn and Jessica Bernhard

    A swing can help soothe and entertain a fussy baby. After testing 10 swings, we think the Graco Glider LX Gliding Swing is the best one.
  • Four cans of infant formula.

    The Best Baby Formula

    by Christina Szalinski

    After reading studies, talking to experts, and examining 60-plus baby formulas, we think Kirkland Signature ProCare Non-GMO Infant Formula is the one to try first.
  • The contents of our top pick kids' crafts subscription boxes laid out in an orderly fashion.

    The Best Kids Craft Subscription Boxes

    by Ambreia Meadows-Fernandez

    Craft subscription boxes are a fun, educational way to keep kids entertained. We tested 18 options with a total of 23 kids to find the best.

Pets

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

Games and hobbies

Games and puzzles, Music, Survive and thrive at home, or see all in Games and hobbies
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The Best DNA Testing Kit

by Brishette Mendoza and Amadou Diallo

If you’re okay with the privacy risks that accompany a DNA testing service, AncestryDNA is best for exploring your ethnicity or finding contemporary relatives.

  • An illustration/collage of basketball players and basketball themed legos.

    Why Lego Is the Hottest Off-Court Obsession in Basketball

    by Rose Maura Lorre

    What do Paige Bueckers, Myles Turner, Dereck Lively II, and other big-time hoopers have in common—besides basketball? Their total love of Lego.
  • Eight board games stacked on top of one another.

    The Best Beginner Board Games for Adults

    by Anna Perling and James Austin

    Modern board games are wonderful examples of interactive art, but their complexity can be intimidating. These picks ease new players into the hobby.
  • A Bambu Lab A1 Mini 3D printer loaded with a teal colored filament.

    The Best 3D Printer

    by Dave Gershgorn

    The Bambu Lab A1 Mini is the fastest and easiest-to-use 3D printer we’ve found that is also compact enough to fit on a desk.

Software and apps

Office

Home office, Office furniture, Printers and scanners, or see all in Office
A person types on a laptop on a table outside with plants in the background.

How to Move Your Home Office Outside

by Melanie Pinola and Wirecutter Staff

Working outside, even for just a little while, can be great for your health. Here’s how to do it as comfortably and productively as possible.
  • A standing desk with a laptop and other office supplies on it.

    The Best Home-Office Furniture and Supplies

    by Wirecutter Staff

    We’ve spent countless hours finding the best home-office furniture and supplies. Here are all the picks you need to ensure you’re comfy and fully equipped.
  • 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.

  • 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 and Wirecutter Staff

    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.

Cars

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Money

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

The Best Deals From Amazon’s Big Spring Sale (and Across the Internet) This Week

by The Wirecutter Deals Team

Between Amazon’s Big Spring Sale and Walmart’s Spring Savings Sale, merchants are trying to make spring sales a thing—and we’ve found the best deals to shop.