A Brief Case for the Briefcase
by Daniel Varghese
As offices become less formal and suit wearing becomes less required, does it still make sense to buy someone a briefcase? It depends.
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Electronics
The Best Cable Modem
by Joel Santo Domingo and Thorin Klosowski
The Motorola MB7621 is a great, widely compatible cable modem that supports speeds of up to 600 Mbps and will pay for itself in less than a year.
The Best Noise-Cancelling Headphones
by Brent Butterworth and Lauren Dragan
For noise-cancelling headphones, we recommend the over-ear Sony WH-H900N and in-ear Plantronics BackBeat Go 410, depending on which headphone style you prefer.
The Best Bluetooth Wireless Headphones
by Lauren Dragan
With great sound, a comfortable fit, and a long battery life, the Sony H.ear On 2 WH-H900N is our pick for the best Bluetooth wireless headphones.
Home & Garden
The Best Sheets
by Christine Cyr Clisset
After years of researching bedsheets—from cotton to flannel and everything in between—we’ve found the best sets no matter what your preference.
The Best Cotton Sheets
by Jackie Reeve
We've spent more than 625 hours over six years researching and testing cotton sheets. Here's what we recommend.
The Best Smart Display for Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
by Signe Brewster
A smart display adds a tablet-like screen to a voice-controlled speaker, making it an ideal sous chef, a handy way to video chat, or a tabletop media streamer.
The Best Robot Vacuums
by Liam McCabe
After testing more than 20 popular robot vacuums available in 2019, we still think the quiet, nimble Eufy RoboVac 11S is the first one you should consider.
Kitchen & Dining
The Best Cheap Coffee Maker
by Thais Wilson-Soler and Justin Vassallo
After testing 12 cheap coffee makers, we like the Mr. Coffee Easy Measure because it’s compact, simple to use, and makes a decent pot of coffee.
The Best Dutch Oven
by Kevin Purdy and Ray Aguilera
The Lodge Color 6-quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven braises recipes well—on par with pots that cost six times the price.
The Best Cold-Brew Coffee Maker
by Nick Guy, Kevin Purdy, and Daniel Varghese
After testing 15 cold-brew makers and brewing enough for over 300 cups of coffee, we think the OXO Good Grips Cold Brew Coffee Maker offers the best way to make delicious iced coffee at home.
Money
The Best Airline Credit Cards
by Taylor Tepper
The best airline credit card isn’t an airline credit card. Most airline cards have little to offer, and you're better off with a general travel card instead.
The Best Rewards Credit Cards of 2019
by Sally French
The best rewards credit cards can reward you or help you pay for everything you buy, whether it’s a big vacation or a regular grocery trip.
Citi Prestige: A Good but Not Great Premium Travel Rewards Credit Card
by Taylor Tepper
The latest edition of the Citi Prestige remains a useful rewards card for hotel-heavy travelers, but it isn’t the best option for most people.
Uber Visa Card Review: Is 4% Back on Dining Too Good to Be True?
by Sally French
The Uber Visa Card has a $0 annual fee and offers 4% back at restaurants. That’s one of the highest rates you can find on dining, period.
Travel
The Best Gear for Travel
by Wirecutter Staff
We put in another year and tens of thousands more miles of travel to test the best travel gear—and we stand by last year’s choices alongside a few new picks.
The Best Gear for Your Road Trips
by Kit Dillon and Wirecutter Staff
After 120 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.
The Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards
by Taylor Tepper
Our travel rewards credit card picks reward big flyers, folks who can get big value out of an annual-fee card, and those who want rewards with no annual fee.
Office
The Best Business Laptops
by Andrew Cunningham
We tested 11 business laptops and found that the Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is the best one for people who need a sturdy laptop that’s easy to upgrade and repair.
The Best Projectors
by Chris Heinonen
We reviewed every type of projector to find the best projector to fit your needs, whether it’s for a home theater or a home office.
The Best Tech and Apps for Your Home Office
by Wirecutter Staff
After spending more than 150 hours researching and testing, we've found the best gear and tech to equip your home office.
The Best Lap Desk
by Sarah Witman
The LapGear Designer makes working from a couch or in bed easier and more comfortable than with a bare lap or with any other lap desk we’ve found.
Appliances
The Best Robot Vacuums
by Liam McCabe
After testing more than 20 popular robot vacuums available in 2019, we still think the quiet, nimble Eufy RoboVac 11S is the first one you should consider.
iRobot Roomba i7+ Review: The Very Best Robot Vacuum—But It’s Not Flawless
by Liam McCabe
After testing the iRobot Roomba i7+ for over a month, we think it’s the best robot vacuum that money can buy.
The Best Portable Air Conditioner
by Thom Dunn
After another round of testing, the LG LP1419IVSM is now our pick for portable air conditioners. We have three other new recommendations as well.
Health & Fitness
The Best Mosquito Control Gear for Your Patio or Yard
by Doug Mahoney
The Thermacell Radius Zone Mosquito Repellent is the best product to repel mosquitoes from your yard or patio.
The Best iPhone Armbands for Running
by Ben Frumin
If you’re set on strapping your iPhone to your arm, we’ve determined that the Tune Belt Sport Armband is the best armband for most runners.
Gear to Help You Sleep Better
by Christine Cyr Clisset
Here are tools to encourage good sleep hygiene, from keeping well hydrated to limiting Internet time in the evening.
The Best Bike Rack, Basket, and Panniers for Commuting
by Eve O'Neill
After spending nine months toting everyday objects around on a bicycle, we’ve found the best rack, basket, and pannier setups for your two-wheeled commute.
Baby & Kid
The Best Breast Pumps
by Katie Peek
We pumped 600 ounces of breast milk with eight different pumps to find that the Spectra S1 is the best electric model and the Medela Harmony is the best manual.
Our Favorite Baby-Proofing Tools
by Wirecutter Staff
Once babies become mobile, they can get themselves into all kinds of trouble. These are our favorite tools for baby-proofing our homes.
The Best Apps for Managing Your Kid’s Phone
by Ellen Lee
We tested seven parental-control options and found that Apple Screen Time is the best for iOS users, and Google Family Link is best for Android users.
Outdoors
The Best Pocket Knife
by Doug Mahoney
After testing 28 pocket knives in over 60 hours of research, we found the Columbia River Knife and Tool (CRKT) Drifter is the best for most people.
The Best Mosquito Control Gear for Your Patio or Yard
by Doug Mahoney
The Thermacell Radius Zone Mosquito Repellent is the best product to repel mosquitoes from your yard or patio.
The Best Hiking Boots
by Ebony Roberts
The Best Insoles for Running and Walking
by Jim McDannald
After researching and testing 32 types of insoles, we think the Superfeet Green for men and the Superfeet Blueberry for women are the best for most people.
Pets
The Best Fish Tank, Heater, Light, and Accessories
by Sabrina Imbler
The Marina 20G LED Aquarium Kit is the best aquarium kit to get started with freshwater fish—but we have recommendations for assembling your own tank, too.
Flying With Your Cat or (Small) Dog
by Christine Ryan
After much research and hundreds of air miles traveled, Wirecutter pet owners have learned to rely on this gear when flying with cats or small dogs.
What to Buy Before Adopting a Dog
by Kaitlyn Wells
When you bring a new pup home, make sure you have everything you’ll need to keep your pet—and yourself—safe and happy.
Hobby & Crafts
The Best Electronic Drums for Beginners
by Brent Butterworth
The Simmons SD600 is the best electronic kit for beginning (or returning) drummers because of its realistic feel, sturdy construction, and wealth of sounds.
The Best Ukulele for Beginners
by Brent Butterworth
The Alvarez RU22C is the best ukulele for beginners because it has great sound and styling, and its concert-size body is good for kids and adults alike.
The Best USB Audio Interface
by Daniel Varghese
The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is our favorite USB audio interface because it offers the best combination of features, portability, and ease of use.
The Best Budget Digital Piano for Beginners
by John Higgins
The Casio PX-160 is our top pick for a budget digital piano because it has a realistic feel and sound as well as great features for teachers and students.
