
How to Prep Your Car for Winter Driving
by Rik Paul
Here’s what you should know when driving in wintry conditions, to reduce the risk of your car getting stuck, sliding off the road, or suffering other problems.
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Pick up a hobby
Why not make room for a new hobby in 2020? We found the best gear for playing music, exploring virtual reality, customizing keyboards, or enjoying a new board game with friends.
Electronics

The Best Wireless Earbuds
by Lauren Dragan
The Jabra Elite 75t Bluetooth earbuds sound great, feel comfortable in the ears, and offer the convenience of being completely cable-free.

The Best Chromebook
by Kimber Streams
HP’s Chromebook x360 14 is a bit heavy, but it’s fast, has good battery life and a great keyboard and screen, and it’s reasonably priced when it’s on sale.

The Best Bluetooth Wireless Headphones
by Lauren Dragan
The Jabra Elite 85h Bluetooth headphones sound great and are a pleasure to wear and use, which is why this pair is our new top pick.

The Best Wireless Charging Station Now That Apple AirPower Is Dead
by Nick Guy
AirPower was supposed to be an all-in-one wireless charger for an iPhone, Watch, and AirPods case. Apple cancelled it, but we tested the best alternatives.
Home & Garden

The Best Smart LED Light Bulbs
by Rachel Cericola and Grant Clauser
A smart light bulb should be simple enough for anyone to control from anywhere. The Yeelight Smart LED Color Bulb is the best model for most people.

The Best Platform Bed Frames Under $300
by Gregory Han
These three stylish and sturdy, yet inexpensive, platform bed frames offer great support for most foam and spring mattresses.

The Best Smart Water-Leak Detector
by Rachel Cericola
After testing five new detectors, we think the iHome Control Wi-Fi Dual Leak Sensor iSB02 is the easiest to use, and the most reliable smart leak sensor.
Kitchen & Dining

The Best Food Processor
by Christine Cyr Clisset and Michael Sullivan
Of all the models we’ve tested since 2013, the Cuisinart Custom 14 Food Processor remains our favorite because it’s simple, powerful, and durable.

The Best Vacuum Sealer
by Michael Sullivan
After more than 50 hours of researching and testing vacuum sealers, we think the Nesco American Harvest VS-12 is the best for home use.

The Best Coffee Makers
by Raphael Brion
We think the best drip coffee maker is the OXO Brew 9 Cup Coffee Maker. We also have picks for a budget option, an espresso machine, a grinder, and more.

What to Buy: To Organize Your Fridge (and Keep It Neat)
by Marguerite Preston
A handful of simple items can help you organize your fridge the way the pros do, to avoid wasting both food and time.
Money

Target REDcard Credit Card: With Unlimited 5% Off, There Are No Better Rewards for Target
by Sally French
The Target REDcard Credit Card has no annual fee and offers an instant 5% discount at checkout, plus other perks like free shipping.

The Best Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction Fees
by Sally French
Foreign transaction fees typically add about 3% to purchases made abroad. Luckily, these credit cards don’t charge them.

American Express Green Card Review: No Longer Just for Corporate Accounts
by Jenny Hoff
The American Express Green Card has moved away from its staid corporate-account image and now has much more appeal for young travelers.
Travel

Tools and Emergency Supplies to Keep in the Car for Winter Driving
by Rik Paul
Here are the essential—and nonessential—items to carry in your car during winter driving to ensure you get to your destination.

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 Credit Cards for TSA PreCheck and Global Entry
by Sally French
Credit cards like the Chase Sapphire Reserve can reimburse the fees you pay to apply for Global Entry or TSA Pre✓.

The Best Travel 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.
Gifts

The Best Stocking Stuffers for Kids
by Ingrid Skjong and Wirecutter Staff
Whether Santa’s idea of the perfect stocking stuffers is traditional, practical, or whimsical, the little gifts on this list are chosen to delight.

How to Put Away Christmas Decorations So They’re in Great Shape for Next Year
by Thom Dunn
It’s worth taking care to organize and store your seasonal decorations—they’ll last longer, and you’ll have an easier time getting set up next fall.

Board Games We Love for Kids
by Courtney Schley
These games can introduce kids to new genres; build skills; and offer provocative and age-appropriate challenges, engaging themes, and distinctive designs.
Office

The Best Lumbar-Support Pillow
by Alex Arpaia and Adam Burakowski
We had eight office workers use nine top lumbar-support pillows, and found the LoveHome cushion is the best for improving your posture and your chair's comfort.

The Best Standing Desks
by Kevin Purdy
After testing eight standing desks for more than two months, we believe the Uplift Bamboo Stand Up Desk with 1″ Thick Desktop and V2 Frame, is the best standing desk for most people.

The Best Tech and Apps for Your Home Office
by Wirecutter Staff
We’ve collected our favorite picks—from dozens of guides and hundreds of hours of research and testing—to make your home office more productive and comfortable.

The Best Tax Software
by Kevin Purdy
We prepared 14 fake returns on seven different online tax-prep sites to find the best ways to file your 2018 taxes.
Appliances

The Best Humidifier
by Thom Dunn and Tim Heffernan
If you’re looking for a portable humidifier to help with the dry air in your home, we recommend the Honeywell HCM-350 Germ Free Cool Mist Humidifier.

The Best Food Processor
by Christine Cyr Clisset and Michael Sullivan
Of all the models we’ve tested since 2013, the Cuisinart Custom 14 Food Processor remains our favorite because it’s simple, powerful, and durable.

The Best Upright and Canister Vacuums
by Michelle Ma and Liam McCabe
After our look at more than 525 vacuums over hundreds of hours, our favorite vacuum for most people is still the Shark Navigator Lift-Away NV352.
Health & Fitness

The Best Smart Scales
by Rachel Cericola
After more than 1,000 total weigh-ins on 12 smart scales, we recommend the reliable Greater Goods WiFi Smart Body Composition Scale.

The Best Electric Razor
by Dan Koeppel
After conducting long-term testing for more than four years, we’re confident that the Braun Series 7 remains the best electric razor to remove facial hair.

The Online Therapy Services We’d Use
by Shannon Palus and Nancy Redd
After more than 70 hours of research and appointments on five platforms, we recommend starting your search for an online therapist with Amwell.

The Best Running Gear
by Wirecutter Staff
After 90 hours of research and testing with the most passionate runners on our staff, this is the running gear we’d recommend.
Baby & Kid

The Best Kids Headphones
by Lauren Dragan and Brent Butterworth
We tested 30 volume-limiting headphones and talked to experts at the WHO and the CDC; while many didn’t work as claimed, the Puro BT2200 is the best option.

The Best Co-Sleepers and Bassinets
by Caleb Hannan
After eight weeks testing nine bedside and in-bed “Co-Sleepers” with a colicky infant, we think the Arm’s Reach Concepts Clear-Vue is the best for most.

Board Games We Love for Kids
by Courtney Schley
These games can introduce kids to new genres; build skills; and offer provocative and age-appropriate challenges, engaging themes, and distinctive designs.
Outdoors

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.

The Best Running Gear
by Wirecutter Staff
After 90 hours of research and testing with the most passionate runners on our staff, this is the running gear we’d recommend.

The Best Touchscreen Winter Gloves
by Nick Guy, Kaitlyn Wells, and Justin Krajeski
After another year of testing, we think the newly redesigned Moshi Digits Touchscreen Gloves are the best touchscreen gloves for most people.

The Best Winter Boots
by Lisa Maloney and Daniela Gorny
Pets

No, You Shouldn’t Just Get an Automatic Pet Feeder and Skip Town
by Kaitlyn Wells
Most pet owners (especially cat owners) have left their pets behind for a long weekend—but an automatic pet feeder is no substitute for a loving human.

8 Cheap, Unexpected Cat Essentials We Love
by Wirecutter Staff
These unexpected accessories probably weren’t the first thing you bought when you got a cat—but they can make your day-to-day chores that much easier.

Want to Gift Someone a Pet? Here’s What to Do First.
by Kaitlyn Wells
Gifting a pet to a family member can be a bad idea. Here's how to do it the right way, from consulting everyone in the home to giving a voucher.
Hobby & Crafts

The Best DNA Testing Kit
by Amadou Diallo
If you’re okay with the privacy risks that accompany a DNA testing service, AncestryDNA is best for exploring your ethnicity or finding contemporary relatives.

Board Games We Love for Kids
by Courtney Schley
These games can introduce kids to new genres; build skills; and offer provocative and age-appropriate challenges, engaging themes, and distinctive designs.

The Best Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite Accessories
by Wirecutter Staff
We’ve researched and tested dozens of cases, controllers, stands, docks, and other accessories for the Nintendo Switch to separate the good ones from the junk.

The Best USB Microphone
by Melanie Pinola and Kevin Purdy
Through six years and testing of more than 25 mics, the Blue Yeti is still the best USB microphone that’s an easy and noticeable upgrade over built-in mics.

















































