The Best Coasters

by Sri Rain Stewart

We got our hands on dozens of coasters and found our six favorites, for all tastes and styles.

Daily deals

Price drops on products we already love

The Wirecutter Show

A blue bubble with a white first aid kit with a blue cross on it on a blue background.

The Wirecutter Show Episode 6: Don’t Panic. But Do Prepare for an Emergency.

by Wirecutter Staff

A natural disaster can happen to anyone, at any time. Are you prepared? Here’s our best advice on what to have on hand.

Home

our six sunrise alarm test models lined up in a row side-by-side

The Best Sunrise Alarm Clock

by Joanne Chen and Annie Chou

We’ve tested over a dozen sunrise alarm clocks to find those with bright lights, soothing dawn and dusk simulations, and sleek designs.

  • The author touches a mattress during testing.

    How to Choose a Mattress

    by Joanne Chen

    We’ve collected all our big-picture mattress-buying advice to help you find a bed you’ll happily sleep on for years.

  • A mattress tester sitting on the edge of the Novilla Bliss Memory Foam Mattress.

    The Best Mattresses for 2024

    by Joanne Chen and Caira Blackwell

    The perfect mattress is highly individual. We’ve researched and tested dozens of mattresses, in a range of prices, to help you find your best night’s sleep.

  • The Best Bike Racks for Small Homes and Apartments

    The Best Bike Storage Ideas

    by Christine Ryan

    After 30-plus hours of research and testing, we think the Delta Cycle Michelangelo Gravity Stand is the best bike rack for storing bikes in limited-space homes.

Electronics

  • Gear and Peripherals for PC Gaming

    Gear and Peripherals for PC Gaming

    by Ivy Liscomb

    We’ve tested hundreds of gaming laptops, keyboards, mice, and other essentials to make your PC gaming experience even more immersive and enjoyable.

  • The Gear to Get Reliable Wi-Fi in Any Home

    The Gear to Get Reliable Wi-Fi in Any Home

    by Ivy Liscomb

    We've spent hundreds of hours testing dozens of routers, mesh kits, and extenders to find the best gear to get strong Wi-Fi throughout your home.

  • The Best Smartphones

    The Best Smartphones

    by Roderick Scott

    Whether you prefer iPhones or Android, we have smartphone recommendations for every budget.

Sleep

A person sleeping on their side while using two white pillows and a comforter.

The Best Mattresses for Back Pain

by Joanne Chen

There is no actual “best” mattress for back-pain sufferers, though one that feels medium-firm to you is likely to be the best choice. We have six to recommend.

  • 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.

  • The Leesa Hybrid in a bed room.

    The Best Hybrid Mattresses

    by Caira Blackwell

    Part coil, part foam, hybrid mattresses have a range of feels. Here are our favorites, plus what you need to know to find one that’s right for you.

  • A pick we tested to find the best modern bed frames to dress up your bedroom, shown with throw blankets and crisp sheets.

    The Best Modern Bed Frames to Dress Up Your Bedroom

    by Gregory Han and Katie Okamoto

    After testing and researching dozens of bed frames, we found ten stylish and high-quality models that should suit various decor styles.

Kitchen

Appliances

A brightly lit living room with a mini split air conditioner mounted on the wall.

The Best Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioner

by Doug Mahoney and Harry Sawyers

Everything we know about ductless mini-split heating and cooling systems after interviewing installers, manufacturers, and homeowners with systems of their own.

  • The GE JB735, our pick for best electric stove.

    The Best Electric Stoves and Ranges

    by Rachel Wharton

    The sturdy GE JB735 is our favorite electric range because of its high-performing cooktop and excellent convection oven.

  • A product image of the 18-inch GE GPT145SSLSS portable dishwasher, shown with the door closed.

    The Best Portable Dishwasher

    by Liam McCabe

    A portable dishwasher is a great option when a built-in won’t work. We recommend the GE GPT145SSLSS and GPT225SSLSS because of their convenient features.

  • A GE side-by-side refrigerator, installed in a bright kitchen, with a stainless steel finish.

    The Best Side-by-Side Refrigerators

    by Rachel Wharton

    The GE GSE25G is a spacious, sturdy side-by-side fridge with an exceptionally adjustable interior layout from a brand known for high customer satisfaction.

Gifts

Outdoors

Our pick for best bike lock, the Kryptonite New-U Evolution Mini-7 With Double Loop Cable, shown installed on a bike.

The Best Bike Lock

by Duncan Niederlitz and Eve O'Neill

We tested 35 bike locks, and the Kryptonite Evolution Mini-7 is the most affordable lock that will most likely need a power tool to be defeated.

  • All of our picks for best running shoes, placed side by side.

    How to Choose the Best Running Shoes for You

    by Seth Berkman and Ingrid Skjong

    The best shoes for you are the ones you won’t think about much once you’re on the road. Finding them may involve trial and error. Here’s how to get started.

  • The Ortlieb Twin-City Urban pannier on the back of a bicycle.

    The Best Bike Panniers

    by Eve O'Neill

    After spending nearly a decade testing dozens of panniers, we’ve chosen five that’ll be great for daily duty no matter what you’re toting or where you’re going.

  • A person using a wheelchair sets up a tent outside

    The Best Car-Camping Gear for Wheelchair Users

    by Erin English

    Car camping can be challenging for wheelchair users, but with the right gear and information, anyone can feel confident spending a night in the great outdoors.

Style

Travel

Photos of Cadence Capsules in an illustrated green compact mirror.

I Spent a Small Fortune on Fancy Travel Containers and Regret Nothing

by Brittney Ho

Cadence Capsules for travel are a sturdy, modular, sleek alternative to cheap drugstore plastic bottles. Yes, they’re pricey, but they bring so much joy.

Health and fitness

Baby and kid

A few breast pumps scattered near each other with cords, electronic bases, and suction cups spread out.

The Best Breast Pumps

by Caitlin Giddings

A better breast pump has the potential to make the significant chore of pumping milk for your baby more efficient, comfortable, and, ultimately, more gratifying.

  • Different brands of wearable breast pumps next to a baby bottle and a bra.

    The Best Wearable Breast Pumps

    by Caitlin Giddings and Coco McCracken

    If you want to be able to pump breast milk for your baby hands-free when you’re on the go, a “wearable” breast pump may be for you.

  • The Best Nursing Bras

    by Ali Carr

    We tested 24 nursing bras with a panel of 17 breastfeeding women, and found the best undergarments for nursing.

  • A child sitting in a car seat in the back seat of a car.

    Now Is a Great Time to Buy a New Car Seat

    by Rose Maura Lorre

    Target’s semi-annual car seat trade-in event is happening through April 27, 2024.

Pets

  • The Best Automatic Pet Feeder

    The Best Automatic Pet Feeder

    by Mel Plaut

    A programmable, portion-controlled feeder may help you manage your pet’s meal routine.

  • The Ultimate Guide to Traveling With Your Pet

    The Ultimate Guide to Traveling With Your Pet

    by Mel Plaut

    After many hours of traveling with our pets—and talking to experts—we’ve learned a few ways to make your pet’s trip as safe, calm, and comfortable as possible.

  • The Best Cat Litter Mat

    The Best Cat Litter Mat

    by Kaitlyn Wells

    After testing 19 mats with dozens of cats and retesting our picks against new models, we like the Gorilla Grip Cat Litter Trapping Mat the best.

Games and hobbies

Two photos, one of the Ticket to Ride board game box, and the other of someone placing a game piece on the Ticket to Ride board.

My Family Can Never Agree on a Movie. But We Can Always Agree on This Board Game.

by Hannah Rimm

This train-themed board game has become a family tradition any time we're together.

  • Our three ukulele picks against a green background.

    The Best Ukulele for Beginners

    by Brent Butterworth

    The Kala Satin Mahogany is our favorite starter uke for beginners. It sounds good, is easy to play, and comes in concert and soprano sizes.

  • Someone taking a photo of a walkway with a camera.

    All Cameras Are Good Cameras

    by Amadou Diallo and Ben Keough

    The truth is, the cameras people already own have more features than they’ll ever use and produce better image quality than most folks are ever likely to need.

  • An assortment of drones in various colors along with a couple remote controllers.

    The Best Drones for Photos and Video

    by James Austin

    After testing 33 drones, we found the DJI Air 3 to be the best drone for most photographers and videographers.

Software and apps

Office

Our three picks for the best business laptop opened and displaying screensavers; one resting on a laptop stand.

The Best Business Laptops

by Dave Gershgorn

An ultrabook is likely to be the best laptop for most people, but business laptops are easier to repair and have more ports.

Cars

  • The Best Bike Racks and Carriers for Cars and Trucks

    The Best Bike Racks and Carriers for Cars and Trucks

    by Eric C. Evarts

    After testing more than 75 bike racks, we recommend the Küat Sherpa 2.0 hitch rack as the best way to carry your bikes on a car.

  • The Best Car Vacuum

    The Best Car Vacuum

    by Sabine Heinlein

    We recommend four handheld vacuums that have helpful tools and the ability to reach into the nooks and crannies of a car.

  • The Best Dash Cam

    The Best Dash Cam

    by Geoffrey Morrison and Sarah Witman

    If you want the peace of mind of having a dash cam record as you drive, we think the Viofo A229 Pro is the best overall choice for most people.

Money

Three photos of Wirecutter picks; including: a carry-on, a power bank, and a backpack; nested in a 5 by 6 grid of beige squares.

Wirecutter’s 100 Most Popular Picks of August 2024

by Wirecutter Staff and Gabriella DePinho

These are the top 100 things our readers loved most in August, including coffee makers, laptops, and more.