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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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How to Quickly Eliminate Fruit Flies This Summer

Trying to find out how to get rid of fruit flies? We spoke to a pest expert from the NPMA and an entomologist for tips on taking back your home.

We Tested OXO’s New Hybrid Cookware

The OXO Trident hybrid frying pan feels like the leading luxury hybrid cookware—and costs half the price.


I Didn’t Think I Needed Another Stanley—Until I Tried the Clutch Bottle

Bigger isn't always better when it comes to water bottles. The new Stanley Clutch Bottle is perfect for on-the-go—or, rather,...


Four Sigmatic’s New Mushroom Protein Coffee Simplified My Morning Routine

I was looking for a simpler way to fuel early workouts without juggling coffee, creatine and protein powder. Four Sigmatic's...


Kinder Bueno Turned Its Iconic Candy Bar into a Frozen Dessert, and We’re Obsessed

If you love the hazelnut-chocolate combination in a Kinder Bueno bar as much as I do, you have to try...

I Thought I Loved My Stanley Quencher Tumbler—Then I Met the New Flowstate Spring Bottle

The slim, easy-to-carry design has renewed our obsession with Stanley bottles.


Replace Your Toaster, Microwave and Air Fryer with This All-in-One Appliance

The Panasonic HomeChef 4-in-1 microwave oven cleared up my counters and lets me cook from my couch—what's not to love?


The 7 Best Subscription Boxes for Crafters, Tested by Hobbyists

Need a hobby? No problem! Craft subscription boxes are the easiest (and most exciting) way to try new skills each...


The Ninja Thirsti Lets You Craft Low-Cal Dirty Sodas at Home

The updated Ninja Thirsti makes it easy to customize low-sugar carbonated drinks.


The Best Summer Blankets, Tested for Breathability and Comfort

Here are the best blankets for summer, all tested and approved by our editors.


Marshmallow Creme vs. Fluff: The Sweet and Sticky Showdown

Do the small variations between marshmallow creme versus Fluff make a difference in your recipes? We tasted four brands to...


These Chocolate Chips Are Made Specifically for Cookies, and They’re Worth the Sp...

This chip's unexpected shape is the key to perfect chocolate chip cookies.


Our Monthly Faves: 6 Amazon Picks Our Shopping Editors Love Ahead of Prime Day

It's time to build your Prime Day wishlist! Here are our Shopping Editors' favorite Amazon finds that will simplify your...

We Let a Date Night Subscription Box Plan Our Dates—Here’s How It Went

The Adventure Challenge offers a new date-in-a-box each month, delivered right to your door. But is this date night subscription...


We Tried 8 Brands of Pesto and Only One Tasted Homemade

It's not easy being green. We tasted eight different pestos to find the brightest, boldest, most basil-forward pesto brands to...


I Tried the Skylight Digital Calendar and My Life Feels Infinitely Less Chaotic

The Skylight calendar organizes everything from your schedule to shopping lists and chore charts. Better still, it's simple and free...


We Tried a Pie of the Month Club—Was It Worth It?

If sweet treats occu-pie your every thought, you're in luck. The Goldbelly pie of the month club is your ticket...


FromYouFlowers Review: Is It Worth Ordering Flowers Online?

Fresh floral bouquets have never been easier to order. Just add your choices to your cart and let local florists...


This Affordable Walmart Espresso Maker Became Part of My Morning Ritual

Our editor's review of the Thyme & Table espresso maker after a month of using the compact countertop machine.


I Tried the New Le Creuset Bread Oven—And Baked My Best Loaves Yet

This sleek piece of cookware can help you craft bakery-style loaves at home.


I Loved Mushroom Coffee—Then I Tried Mushroom Matcha

After spotting Clevr during my mushroom coffee testing, I finally tried the brand's mushroom matcha. Turns out, it was a...


Are $40 Cookies As Good As $120 Cookies? We Put Both to the (Taste) Test

Should you pay $120 for luxury cookies, or are these budget-friendly alternatives just as sweet?

Pucker Up! We Found the Best Pickle of the Month Club

We tried out the most popular pickle of the month club to see if it's as dill-licious as it claims.


My Toddler Is Obsessed With This Lunch Box—and Honestly, So Am I

This durable stainless-steel lunch box system has become my go-to for stress-free, non-toxic mealtime prep.


Bring Fresh Coffee Anywhere With This Travel French Press

After a month of testing, we were impressed by the bold flavor and grit-free sipping experience this travel press consistently...


The $60 Ikea Cookware Set Deserves More Recognition

The six-piece stainless steel Ikea cookware set is affordable, accessible and surprisingly well-performing.


The Best Wearable Blanket Hoodies to Snuggle Up In

Too hot to cuddle up with your thick winter blankets? Our editors tested the best wearable blankets perfect for spring...


Our Monthly Faves: 6 Picks Our Shopping Editors Can’t Get Enough Of

Spring is finally here! And our editors are sharing their latest obsessions. Trust us—you'll use these handy product picks all...