Wirecutter

Google’s Pixel 3a costs half of what high-end Android phones do, but it has a great camera and does all the things most people need a phone to do.

The StarTech BT2A is the best Bluetooth receiver for sending music wirelessly to an existing stereo or speaker system that lacks Bluetooth.

We’ve spent 63 hours testing eight top power stations, and the EcoFlow Delta 1300 is the best option for going off the grid or prepping for an emergency.

We’ve tested 19 pie plates since 2013, and we think the OXO Good Grips Glass 9″ Pie Plate makes it easy to bake beautiful pies of every kind.

Nice glassware can do a lot to make a meal feel special and to enhance a good wine or cocktail. These are some glasses we love for celebrations big and small.

The Cuisipro Surface Glide 4-Sided Box Grater is the best grater we’ve found after testing 34 of them over three years.

The best power strip for travel in North America is the inexpensive Accell Home or Away Surge Protector (aka Tripp Lite Protect It 3-Outlet Surge Protector).

Finding a laptop backpack that carries everything you need and matches your style is hard. We’ve found 14 backpacks that will suit every taste and need.

After researching 26 models, we found that Travelpro's Platinum Elite 25-Inch Expandable Spinner Suiter is the best suitcase for most travelers who check bags.

We found that the AI-based Temi is the best transcription service for people who need a readable and affordable transcript for general reference.

We researched and tested cheap monitors and found options for less than $200 that are good enough for most people.

Adobe Scan’s simple design, high-quality output, free cloud storage, and $0 price make it an excellent choice.

Since 2019, when we last tested electric scooters, the options have improved, and we now recommend Segway Ninebot’s KickScooter Max for short commutes.

Tests at a barber shop with 13 beard trimmers prove the Wahl Lithium Ion+ Stainless Steel 9818 is the best for most people.

After many winters testing dozens of slippers, we think L.L.Bean’s women’s and men’s Wicked Good Moccasins are the most comfortable and durable for under $100.

Whether you’re looking to illuminate a backyard or balcony, picnic table or tent, we have eight delightful and weather-safe options.

Since 2019, when we last tested electric scooters, the options have improved, and we now recommend Segway Ninebot’s KickScooter Max for short commutes.

We spent over 85 hours researching and testing—and selected our favorite tools and gadgets from past guides—to bring you the best gear for picnics and cookouts.

Roxane Gay may not be great at puzzles, but she’s found some surprisingly good-looking ones to pass the time during quarantine.

We’ve found that these projects and activities can (with a little luck!) keep kids engaged, with minimal parental assistance.

Our expert sources and kid testers agreed that the Lego Boost set is the best robotics kit for beginners who want to learn to build and program robots.