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The Best Nursery
Changing Pads, Humidifiers, Baby Dressers or see all in Best Nursery
Car Seats
Best Convertible Car Seat
What is the best convertible car seat? We rounded up 19 top models and then went to work—which was easiest to install? Most comfortable? Easiest to use? To find the best bets, we also asked our parent readers (3 million strong) for their favorites. Here are the best convertible seats on the market today.
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Best Front Facing Car Seat
What’s the best front facing car seat? We surveyed parent readers, tried out seats first-hand with actual toddlers and interviewed car seat safety techs to find the best bets. Which were easiest to install? Easiest for a toddler to use? Most comfortable? Here are the ones we’d recommend.
High Chairs
For Small Spaces, For Toddlers, Hook-On Chairs, Camping or see all in Best High Chairs
Baby Bottles
Bottle Brushes, Bottle Drying Rack or see all in Baby Bottles
Best Baby Bottle
Which is the best baby bottle? We tested a dozen baby bottles and interviewed lactation consultants to come up with the best baby bottle. Yes, we tried out those new trendy bottles with fancy shapes and materials. In the end, we decided the tried and true were the best bets: here are the winners.
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Best Baby Bottle Sterilizer
Who makes the best baby bottle sterilizer? And which of the three types of sterilizers work best: microwave sterilizers, electric sterilizers or multi-tasking sterilizers that also dry bottles? We tested 10 of the most popular bottle sterilizers to find out.
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Best Baby Bottle Drying Rack
Which is the best baby bottle drying rack? We took a dozen dirty baby bottles and tested several different drying racks to what worked best. We looked at overall quality, cleanability and design. Here are the winners.
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Feeding Essentials
Breast Pumps
Medela Pump Parts, Spectra Pump Parts, Pump Bags or see all in Best Breast Pumps
Best Wearable Breast Pump
What is the best wearable breast pump? To find out, we asked our parent readers for their favorites. Which were easiest to use? Produced the most milk? We did eight more hours of research, comparing brands and features. Here are the ones we recommend.
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Best Breast Pump
What’s the best breast pump? We surveyed our parent readers and interviewed 5 lactation consultants to find the best bets. Which was easiest to use? Easy to clean? Lightweight? Here are the ones we’d recommend.
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Best Manual Breast Pump
What’s the best manual breast pump? We asked the moms who read our baby gear book (2 million copies in print!) for their favorites. Then we interviewed a half dozen lactation consultants for their picks. Here are the ones we’d recommend.
Nursing Necessities
Pumping Bra, Nursing Bra, Nipple Shield or see all in Nursing Necessities
Baby Food & Formula
Baby Food Storage, Mini Food Processor, Formula Dispenser or see all in Best Baby Food & Formula
Best Organic Baby Food
Organic baby food can be pricey, so we tested 14 different organic baby food brands with actual babies to see which ones were the best. We judged on taste, ingredients and value. Here are the winners!
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Best Baby Food Processor
Making healthy baby food isn’t that hard . . . and these baby food processors make the process even easier. The big question: should you go for a multi-purpose food processor or a specialized baby food maker? There are pros and cons to each approach. We tested 11 different baby food makers and processors, judging on ease of use, cleaning and bang for the buck. Here are the winners!
Baby Bedding & Clothes
Milestone Blankets, Weighted Blankets or see all in Best Baby Bedding & Clothes.
Best Baby Shampoo and Body Wash
What’s the best baby shampoo and body wash? We tried out 11 different brands of baby shampoo to find the best bets. We then surveyed our parent readers to find their favorites. What was easiest to rinse? Had a gentle formula? Here are the ones we recommend.
Best Baby Scale
Watching your baby’s weight is an important part of a newborn’s growth and development. We tested 9 baby scales, checking for ease of use, accuracy and affordability. Looking for an app-enabled baby scale? Or one that converts to use for older kiddos and adults? Here are the winners.
Baby Carriers
Best Baby Carrier
To find the best baby carrier, we personally tested 17 popular models before picking the best of the best. We were looking for ease of use, overall quality and function. We are Baby Bargains—we rate and review baby gear, without taking money from brands we recommend. And pay for items we review with our own money—that way we remain new parents most trusted source for reviews.
The Best Backpack Baby Carrier 2023
Love to hike? A frame carrier is the best option for hikers—these carriers have more support for parents and comfort features for babies than typical baby carriers. After comparing and testing nearly a dozen backpack carriers, we picked the Deuter Kid Comfort Pro as our choice for best backpack carrier.
The Best Sling Carrier 2023
Best Baby Monitor Audio Only
What is the best audio only baby monitor? To find out, we tried out the latest models from five major brands. We checked for range, audio clarity and battery life. We also surveyed the parent readers of our baby gear books (over 1 million copies in print).
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Best Cabinet Locks
What are the best cabinet locks? We tested and researched a dozen different ways to child-proof cabinets and drawers, a common need for parents when baby proofing home. After trying out several of these in person and consulting with baby proofing experts about what works best, we picked these solutions as the best cabinet locks for child safety.
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Best Baby Gates
What are the best baby gates? To find out, we took 17 safety gates and installed them in various places: stairs, doorways and laundry rooms. We asked our parent testers to rate them on ease of installation and use. Here are the winners!
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Best Baby Monitor with Camera and Audio
What’s the best baby monitor with camera and audio? A baby video monitor doesn’t have to cost a fortune—we hand-tested 19 new monitors that don’t break the bank. Can a bargain monitor still produced great video and audio? To find out, we measured battery life, video quality, range, security and more. Here are our top picks.
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Play Gear
Tummy Time Mats, Indoor Climbers & Play Structures or see all in Play Gear.
Best Extra Large Baby Playpen
What’s the best extra large baby playpen? Sure, playpens have been around for forever . . . but new to the market are extra large models that offer up to 27 square feet of play space. No, these playpens aren’t for sleeping—but they are great to give baby more space to roam, while keeping them in a safe environment. After inspecting several models, comparing features and ease of use, here are the extra large baby playpens we’d recommend.
Best Electric Drum Set for Kids
What is the best electric drum set for kids? To find out, we asked our parent readers for their first-hand experiences. Then we interviewed three teachers who have taught percussion for a combined 29 years. Which seats are best for younger kids (under 7)? What about small spaces? Here are the best bets.
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3 Super Cute Tummy Time Mats You’ve Got to See!
We tested 20+ tummy time mats, including those increasingly popular water play mats, to find the best tummy time mat. Which ones did babies like the best? We judged the mats on overall quality, affordability and, of course, the fun factor. Here are the winners.
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Holidays
Angel Tree topper, Poinsettia Flowers, Garland, Tree Skirt or see all in Holidays.
Best Pandoro
What is the best pandoro? We tried out six different brands of pandoro in a blind taste test—which is the best gift idea? Best overall flavor? Here are the ones we liked the best.
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Best Blue Candy Canes
What are the best blue candy canes? We tried 9 different brands to find the best bets. Which had the best flavor? The best for decorating? Here are the winners.
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Best Bulk Candy Canes
What are best bulk candy canes? If you are a teacher needing a large quality of candy canes for an art project or just like decorating your home with candy canes, we spent four hours researching the best bulk candy cane options. Which was the best value? Best for crafting? Here are the ones we think are best.
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Best Inflatable Decorations
What is the best inflatable decorations for your yard? Perfect for celebrations, inflatable decorations are a great way to add some fun and personality to your home. We spent 8 hours researching the best bets, interviewing three experts in the field for their advice. We then asked our parent readers for their favorites. Here are the best bets.
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Best Heated Gloves
25 degrees below zero. That was the coldest temperature we’ve had the misfortune to experience here in Colorado. As a result, you can say we know cold. So who better to rate the best heated gloves? We tried out 8 pairs to find the ones that could stand up to Rocky Mountain cold. We found some were better at keeping fingers warmer than others. Which had the longest lasting battery? Here are the ones we recommend.
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Best Liquid Ice Melt
What is the best liquid ice melt? And how to do you use it most effectively? We tried out several brands here at our snow-bound HQ in Colorado. Which is most effect for wet snow? For freezing drizzle? Here are the ones we think are best.
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Best Heated Outdoor Mats to Melt Snow
What are the best heated outdoor mats to melt snow? If you have an always shaded front steps or walkway, heated mats are a solution to keep the area from ice and snow. But what works best? We asked our parent readers in cold climates for their real-world experiences with heated mats. Then we tried out a couple ourselves. Which is best for stairs? Best for walkways? Here are the winners.
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Best Lap Desk
When it came to the best lap desk for laptops, we looked for several key features: lightweight, comfortable cushions and a channel for air circulation (some laptops can get rather hot!). We tried out several brands that were favorites among our parent readers
Best Stools for Classroom
What are the best stools for classrooms? To find out, we asked the teachers among our parent readers for their favorites. Then we did six more hours of research, comparing quality and durability. Which were the best budget-friendly? What about stools for kids who fidget? Here are the best bets.
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Best Financial Calculator
What is the best financial calculator? To find out, we asked three accounting and finance teachers for their advice. Then we asked our parent readers for their real-world favorites as well. Which is best for finance classes to calculate present value? Accounting? Statistics? Here are the ones we think are best.
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Best Social Emotional Learning Activities
What are the best social and emotional learning activities? We asked teachers and parents for their favorites. Then we interviewed a pediatrician who specializes in developmental delays for their additional insight. Which activities were best for younger kids? Those who want to start journaling? What about conversation starters for shy kids? Here are the ones that came out tops in our research.
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Outdoor Fun
Bicycle Seat, Trampoline, Outdoor Ping Pong Table or see all in Outdoor Fun.
Best Outdoor Ping Pong Table
What’s the best outdoor ping pong table? To find out, we surveyed the readers of our books (2.1 million copies in print). We ask our table tennis enthusiasts which outdoor ping pong tables were the best. Here’s what they told us are the best bets.
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Baking With Kids
Best Yeast
What’s the best yeast for baking? For bread machines? What about nutritional yeast? We fired up the bread machine and tried out different yeasts to find the best bets. Here’s what we recommend.
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Best Peach Syrup
What is the best peach syrup? To find out, we did a blind taste test with six major brands. Which had the best peach flavor? Best for tea? What about sugar-free options? Here are the best bets.
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Best Bundt Cake Pan
What is the best bundt cake pan? What’s the difference between Bundt cake pans and fluted tube cake pans? We took 9 popular pans for bundt cakes and started baking. Which performed best overall? Best for Instant Pots? For mini bundt cakes? Here are the winners!
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Ice Cream
Ice Cream Container, Ice Cream Bowls or see all in Ice Cream.
Best Pineapple Syrup
What is the best pineapple syrup? To find out, we took the seven top brands and had the pineapple enthusiasts do a blind taste test—we turned the syrup into pineapple popsicles. Which had the best pineapple taste? Best for summer drinks? Here are the winners.
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Best Popsicle Molds
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Cooking With Kids
Learning Tower, Dutch Oven, Pizza Peel or see all in Cooking With Kids.
Best Avocado Oil Mayo
What is the avocado oil mayo? To find out, we did a blind taste test with 9 brands. Which is best for sandwiches? Salad dressing? Here are the winners.
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Best Pellet Smoker Tube
What’s the best pellet smoker tube for your BBQ grill? We tried out 7 brands to see what worked best. Which produced the best results? The best for longer-term meat smoking? Here are the ones we’d recommend!
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Best 00 Flour for Pizza Dough
What is the best 00 flour for pizza dough? To find out, we tried 8 brands and started making pizzas. Which had the best crust? Best kit that also has yeast? Gluten-free? Here are the ones we think are best.
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Best Turkey Fryer
What’s the best turkey fryer? To find out, we took several popular brands of turkey fryers and, well, started frying turkeys. Which worked best? We also asked our parent reader for their real world experiences. Here are the turkey fryers we think worked best in the real world. FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for the home and families since 1994. We don’t take money or freebies from the brands we review. Our work is 100% reader-supported!
Healthy Snacking
Peanut Butter Powder, Freeze-Dried Strawberries, Toddler Snacks or see all in Healthy Snacking.
Best Peanut Butter Powder
Who makes the best peanut butter powder? To find out, we did an in-depth taste test of a dozen top peanut butter powder brands. We used the powder in smoothies,as well as cooking. Which had the best flavor profile? Was organic? Single ingredient? Here are the ones we think are best.
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Best Toddler Snacks
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Pumpkin Spice
Pumpkin Spice Syrup, Candles, K Cups or see all in Pumpkin Spice.
Best Pumpkin Pie Spice
What is the best pumpkin pie spice? To find out, we did blind taste tests of several top brands, making batches of pumpkin muffins and sprinkling it in coffee. Which had the best flavor? Here are the ones we recommend.
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Best Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer
What’s the best pumpkin spice coffee creamer? To find out, we did a blind taste test with the pumpkin spice enthusiasts among our staff. Which was the creamiest? How the most pumpkin spice flavor? Here are the winners.
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Best Pumpkin Spice Syrup
What’s the best pumpkin spice syrup for coffee? We gathered a panel of our readers who are pumpkin spice coffee enthusiasts to do a blind taste test. We brewed up multiple cups of the same coffee and then mixed in several top brands of pumpkin spice syrup. Which ones did our coffee lovers think was best? Here are the top winners.
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Best Pumpkin Spice Snacks
What are the best snacks in the pumpkin spice universe? To find out, we turned to the pumpkin spice enthusiasts on our staff and asked to do a blind taste test. Which had the best pumpkin spice flavor? Here are the winners.
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Crafting
Hot Glue Gun, Friendship Bracelet Kit, Snow Globe Kit or see all in Crafting.
Best Diamond Painting Kits for Kids
What are the best diamond painting kits for kids? And what is diamond painting anyway? In a nutshell, diamond painting is a paint-by-numbers like mosaic . . . but instead of paint, sparkly diamonds are attached to a canvas with resin. We sampled a dozen different kid-friendly diamond painting kits and surveyed our readers on their favorites. Here are the winners!
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Best Brush Pens
What are the best brush pens? To find out, we asked our parent readers for their favorites. Then we tried out a dozen brush pens ourselves. Which was best for calligraphy? For watercolor painting? Here are the ones we judged best.
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Best Tufting Gun
What’s the best tufting gun? We asked a half dozen DIY rug enthusiasts for their favorites—then we spent another six hours doing research, comparing quality and features. Here are the tufting guns we recommend. What’s the best tufting gun? We asked a half dozen DIY rug enthusiasts for their favorites—then we spent another six hours doing research, comparing quality and features. Here are the tufting guns we recommend.
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Toys, Fun & Party Favors
Air Hockey Table, Baby Yoda Toys & Gifts, Freeze Dried Ice Cream or see all in Toys, Fun and Party Favors.
Best Conversation Hearts
What are the best conversation hearts? Also known as sweethearts or candy hearts, conversation hearts are popular as party favors—or to teach counting to a beginning student! Yes, these little candy hearts are the perfect conversation starter. We tried several brands before deciding these are the best bets.
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Best Mini Screwdriver Set
What’s the best mini screwdriver set? To find out, we tried out several different brands. Which was best for eyeglass repair? What about a gooseneck feature to reach tight spots? Here are the ones we liked the best.
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Best Pellet Smoker
What’s the best pellet smoker? To find out, we surveyed BBQ enthusiasts among our readers (2.1 million strong) to find their top favorites for pellet smokers. We took those suggestions and then did 13 more hours of research, comparing features, performance and prices. Finally, we interviewed three pit masters from Texas (brisket!) and North Carolina (pulled pork!) to get their insights. After all that work—drum roll—we present the best pellet smokers!
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Best Needle Nose Pliers Set
What’s the best needle nose pliers set? Which offers the best bang for the buck? The best variety of sizes? We tried out needle nose plier sets from 8 brands to find out. Here are the best bets.
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Best Polygel Nail Kit with LED Lamp
What’s the best polygel nail kit with LED lamp? If you want to try DIY manicures, a nail kit with LED lamp is a good place to start. These kits include nail forms and polygel to create extensions for your existing nails. We tried out a handful of these kits to see what worked best. Here are the ones we’d recommend.
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Best Tinted Moisturizer
What is the best tinted moisturizer? To find out, we tried out a dozen brands. Which was best for dry skin? For medium skin tones? Budget-friendly? Here are the ones we think are best.
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Best Face Serum Set
What is the best face serum set? To find out, we first interviewed three board-certified dermatologists to get their expert insights. Then we tried a dozen different brands. Which is best for sensitive skin? As a gift? Budget-friendly? Here are the ones we think are best.
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Best Face Oil
What is the best face oil? We asked our reader for their favorites, then we interviewed three board-certified dermatologists. Next we tried out several brands with our expert staff. What is the best oil for night time use? For folks who prefer a vegan-friendly option? Here are the ones we like are best.
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy Tea, Prenatal Vitamins, Pregnancy Tea or see all in Pregnancy
Best Gender Reveal
What are the most fun gender reveals? We researched and tested some of the most fun gender reveal ideas and decorations! Here are the ones we thought were best!FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for the home and families since 1994. To keep things independent, we don’t take money or freebies from brands we review! Our work is 100% reader-supported!
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Best Heated Mattress Pad Twin
What is the best heated mattress pad twin? And why would you want one of these pads instead of a heated blanket? We asked our parent readers for their favorites. Then we tried out a few brands ourselves. Which had the best even heat? Best plush cover? Here are the ones we think are best.
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Best Heated Mattress Pad Full
What is the best heated mattress pad full? To find out, we tried out several major brands. Then we asked parent readers for their favorites. Which was the warmest? Easiest on the budget? Here are the winners.
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Best Foot Warmer Under Desk
What is the best foot warmer under desk? We tried out several brands to find the toastiest toes. Which did the best job? Also have a good massage feature? Here are the ones we think are best.
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Best 16x25x4 Furnace Filter
What is the best 16x25x4 furnace filter? We spent 8 hours researching this subject. First, we interviewed three HVAC experts to get their take. Then we asked our parent readers for their favorites. To come up with a list of finalists, we poured over third party testing data. Here are the filters we recommend.
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Home Makeovers
Farmhouse Chandelier, LED Garage Light, Solar Lights Outdoor or see all in Home Makeovers.
Best Laundry Hamper
What’s the best laundry hamper? We tried out a dozen different hampers for laundry to find which were easiest to use and carry. Need a hamper for a college dorm room? Apartment? RV/camping? Here are the ones we’d recommend.
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Health & Safety
Alkaline Water, Dog Gate or see all in Health & Safety.
Best Sharps Container
What’s the best container for safe disposal of sharps (syringes with needles, blades, etc.)? To find out, we tried out several different brands. Which ones were easiest to use? How do the locks work? Here are the winners. FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for the home and families since 1994. We don’t take money or freebies from the brands we review. Our work is 100% reader-supported!
Best Thick Water
What’s the best thick water? Water that is thickened is helpful for people who have difficulty swallowing. Here are the ones we think are best, based on testing and extensive research.
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Best Compost Bin
What’s the best compost bin for your kitchen? For outdoors? We tried several containers for kitchen counters and yards, looking for the best bets. Here are the ones we recommend.
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Gardening
Plant Humidifier Indoor, Rain Gauge, Rake or see all in Gardening.
Best Oriole Bird Feeder
What’s the best oriole bird feeder? To find out, we asked the oriole birding enthusiasts among our parent readers for their favorite feeders—and their tips and advice on attracting these beautiful birds. Here are the ones we’d recommend.
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Best Garden Flag
What is the best garden flag? We surveyed gardeners and looked at a dozen different flag options—from single welcome flags to flag sets you can change by the month. Here are the ones we think are best.
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Best Hummingbird Feeder
What’s the best hummingbird feeder? To find out, we asked the hummingbird enthusiasts among our parent readers for their favorites. We took these suggestions and then did four more hours of research, comparing quality and durability. Here are the ones we’d recommend!
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Best Small Trash Bags
What are the best small trash bags? To find out, we did a blind test with six brands—which was the strongest? Easiest to open? Best bang for the buck? Here are the ones we’d recommend.
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Camping & RV’ing
RV Toilet Paper, Waterproof Matches or see all in Camping & RV’ing.
Best Glow-in-the-Dark Rope
What is the best glow-in-the-dark rope? And why would you want it? We asked the camping enthusiasts among our parent readers for their favorites—and then we did another 8 hours of research, comparing brands for quality. Which rope is best for camping? For bug-out bags? Here are the ones we liked the best.
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Best RV Water Hose
What is the best water hose for an RV? We asked the RV enthusiasts among our readers for their favorites. Then we interviewed two experts in the field with a combined 23 years of experience. Do you need a heated water hose? What about budget-friendly options—are they still worthy? Here are the RV water hoses we recommend.
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Best RV Roof Sealant
What is the best RV roof sealant? Let our expert staff sort through all the options to keep water from leaking from an RV roof. We interviewed two veterans of the RV business for their insights. Then we asked the RV enthusiasts among our parent readers for their real-world experiences. Which sealant is best for small leaks? What if you need to coat an entire roof? Here are the ones our research shows are best.
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Fall
Scary Decor, Pumpkin Decor or see all in Fall.
Best Pumpkin Decor
What’s the best pumpkin-themed decor? Want to paint faux pumpkins for a craft project? We tried out several options to find the best-looking options. Which had the best detail? Best bang for the buck? Here are the ones we’d recommend.
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Summer
Splash Pad For Toddlers, Trampoline Sprinkler, Unicorn Pool Float or see all in Summer.
Best Pool Vacuum
What’s the best pool vacuum? To find out, we first asked our parent readers for their real world experiences—and recommendations for their favorite pool vacuums. Then we interviewed two industry veterans who’ve been in the pool business for years. We narrowed down the best pool vacuum recommendations to two general categories: manual and robot models. Here are the best bets.
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Best Outdoor Plant Stand
What is the best outdoor plant stand? To find out, we surveyed the gardening enthusiast among our parent readers. What were the best stands for corners? Indoors? We took these suggestions and considered 13 different options. We narrowed down the winners based on quality and reader feedback. Here are the ones we think are best.
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Best Sump Pump for Pool
What is the best sump pump for pool draining? Hot tub? What about tankless water heaters? We asked three pool industry veterans for their advice. Then we surveyed our parent readers for their recommendations. Here are the pumps we think are best.
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Gift Ideas
Baby Yoda Toys, Jellyfish Lamp, Temperature Control Mug or see all in Gift Ideas..
Best Dutch Oven Gifts
What are the best Dutch oven Gifts? Do you have a friend or family member who likes to cook rich stews and soups? We tried out several fancy (and pricey) Dutch ovens to find the best bets for delicious one pot meals. What do you get when you spend more money on a Dutch oven? Which ones are truly splurge worthy? Here are the ones we recommend.
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Best Coin Gifts
What are the best coin gifts for a special celebration—graduation, birth, grandchild? We interviewed three coin collectors and got their best recommendations. After looking at a dozen possible choices, we recommend these uncirculated coins are great gifts to commemorate the occasion. Here are the best bets!
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Best Bottle Blender
What’s the best bottle blender for protein shakes and smoothies? To find out, we tried out 8 bottles from different brands. Which did the best blending? Was easiest to use? Sturdy? Here are the ones we recommend.
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Best Skin Care Sets
What are the best skin care sets? We asked our parent readers for their favorites—then we tried several brands ourselves. Which was best for dry skin? Which had the best eye cream? Here the ones we think are best.
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Popcorn
Best Popcorn Kernels
What are the best popcorn kernels? We gathered popcorn enthusiasts among our staff and did a blind taste test with 7 brands. Which was most tasty? Here are the winners. FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for the home and families since 1994. To keep things independent, we don’t take money or freebies from brands we review! Our work is 100% reader-supported!
Best Popcorn Salt
What’s the best salt for popcorn? We tried out 8 brands of popcorn salt in a blind taste test. Which was closest to theater popcorn? Which salt also adds butterly flavor? Here are our favorites.
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Best Popcorn Seasoning
What’s the best popcorn seasoning? We asked the popcorn enthusiasts among our parent reader for their favorites. And then we took a dozen of these suggestions and did a blind taste test—which was most tasty? Not too salty? Here are the winners!
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Pets!
Slow Feeder Dog Bowls, Dog Gates, Salmon Oil for Dogs or see all in Pets..
Best AirTag Dog Collar Holder
What’s the best AirTag dog collar holder? We took a deep dive into the world of AirTag holders to see which ones work best for Fido. We tried a few ourselves on our staff dog (no animals were hurt in the making of this article). Here are the ones we’d recommend.
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