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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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Tempo Meals Review: The Meal Delivery Service with Zero Prep Time Jhalak

If you’re strapped for time between a full day in the office and getting the kids to baseball practice, here’s your solution to a speedy dinner with absolutely no prep time. And no, it’s not a drive-thru.

Ninja Immersion Blender Review: Here’s Why It’s Our Top Pick

The Ninja immersion blender functions as a blender and a hand mixer. Its affordable price point makes it accessible for...


Vitamix Immersion Blender Review: This Handheld Appliance Is Incredibly Powerful

The Vitamix immersion blender was the most powerful immersion blender to come through our Testing Lab, making it one of...


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The Best Weighted Blankets [Tested and Reviewed] megha

Our product experts tested 10 weighted blankets to find the best options for snuggling up and winding down. These are...


Ruggable Runner Review: An Easy-to-Clean Option That Dresses Up Hallways

Chilly hallway floors? A Ruggable runner is a triple threat that warms your space, adds style and is easy to...

7 Best Coffee Concentrates for Easier Mornings, Tested and Reviewed

I tested 15 different coffee concentrate brands and these are the ones worth getting out of bed for.


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6 Best Immersion Blenders, Tested and Reviewed

We spent 40 hours testing 10 different immersion blenders. These are the six best immersion blenders, according to our data.

Factor vs. HelloFresh: How Do the Heat-and-Eat Meals Compare to Meal Kits?

Trying to decide between Factor vs. HelloFresh? We tried both meal delivery services—and they're different animals entirely.


The Best King of Christmas Trees, Tested by Holiday Experts

Curious how King of Christmas trees compare? We tested the top options so you can buy an artificial Christmas tree...


Balsam Hill Ornament Storage Review: The Safest Way To Store Your Baubles

If you're an avid ornament collector, you know how fragile baubles and bulbs can be. Protect them with the Rolls...


30 Best White Elephant Gifts Under $30, According to Our Editors

The best white elephant gifts will get a laugh from everyone at the holiday gift exchange.

Frontgate Christmas Tree Review: This Classic Fraser Fir Tree Is Better Than the Real Deal

Between its ultra-strong branches, tangle-free lights and realistic look, the Fraser Fir Frontgate Christmas tree is well worthy of a...


We Tried 5 of the Best Manual Coffee Grinders—These Are the 3 We Recommend

The best manual coffee grinder can still create consistent, aromatic grounds if you're traveling or without an outlet


RecTeq Pellet Grill Review: Our Product Testing Team’s Favorite Smoker

Discover the best of the best—our testing team ranked the RecTeq Flagship 1100 as our overall favorite pellet grill after...


Book of the Month Club Review: Is a Book Subscription Worth It?

Readers, this one's for you! We spent three months testing Book of the Month club to see if it's worth...


Hydro Flask vs. Stanley: Which Coffee Tumbler Brand Is Better?

The Hydro Flask vs. Stanley debate has fans on both sides. Our expert Product Testing Team tried tumblers from each...

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Stanley vs. YETI: Who Makes a Better Travel Coffee Tumbler? test 123

We tried coffee tumblers from the biggest brands to finally settle the Stanley vs. YETI debate. Here's what we learned.


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Hydro Flask vs. YETI: Which Brand is Better?

As the Hydro Flask vs. YETI debate rages, our Product Testing Team tested both brands to see which is worth...


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We Tested 3 Puzzle Subscriptions—This is the Best Puzzle of the Month Club

We put together five puzzles from three different puzzle of the month club subscriptions. This is the service our resident...


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Hamilton Beach Upright Freezer Review: The Best Option for Garages

Yes, this freezer is garage-friendly. But that's not the only reason we love the Hamilton Beach upright freezer! Our thorough...


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Whirlpool Upright Freezer Review: This Locking Freezer Offers Peace of Mind

We tested the Whirlpool upright freezer and were impressed with its thoughtful features, including a handy locking mechanism.


Shark Stratos Cordless Review: Our Product Testing Team’s Favorite Shark Vacuum

After comparing the top cordless Shark vacuums in our testing lab, we named the Shark Stratos as our favorite. Here's...


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Ninja FrostVault Cooler Review: This Cooler’s Pull-Out Drawer Keeps Food Dry and ...

The Ninja FrostVault cooler is our favorite summer snacking cooler. It rings up at an affordable price and boasts a...


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Shark Pet Plus Review: This Cordless Stick Vacuum is a Must-Have for Pet Owners

Our Product Testing Team put the Shark Cordless Pet Pro to the test. Here's how it performed.


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Shark Cordless Pro Review: Shark’s Budget-Friendly Cordless Vacuum Exceeded Our E...

Our Product Testing Team put Shark's budget-friendly cordless vacuum to the test. Here's how the Shark Cordless Pro performed and...

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Lifetime Cooler Review: This Affordable Cooler Stands Up to Pricey Competitors

This Lifetime Cooler review covers this affordable option. Our team tested against similar (but pricier) picks like the Yeti and...


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BruTank Cooler Review: This Cooler’s Fun Features Go Beyond Drink Storage

The BruTank cooler boasts a dry goods basket, built-in tap, bottle opener and two rugged wheels for navigating tough terrain.


9 Best Boxes of Chocolates for Valentines Gifting, Breakup Binging and Hosting [Tested ...

The Taste of Home team worked hard to enjoy over 15 pounds of chocolate and 26 different chocolate brands to...


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The Best Stainless Steel Cookware of 2024, Tested by the Taste of Home Kitchen

We tested 10 five-ply fry pans from the most popular brands by braising pork, cooking chicken thighs and sauteing veggies....


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Keurig K-Mini Plus Review: The Small-But-Mighty Morning Helper

The Keurig K-Mini Plus boasts a tiny footprint and big flavor thanks to strength control. We love a single-serve coffee...


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Nespresso Vertuo Review: A Splurge-Worthy Barista for Your Counter

We've tested several Nespresso coffee machine options, but this Nespresso Vertuo review outlines why we recommend this one for the...