You may have noticed a line that appears at the top of every Wirecutter article. “We independently review everything we recommend,” it says. “When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission.” But what, exactly, does that mean? It means we make recommendations of products solely based on our evaluation of their quality. Our journalists make every editorial decision—such as which products to test and which products to recommend—totally independent of business considerations. Wirecutter does often make money when you buy our picks. But any discussions about business, partnerships, licen ..read more

I was giddy with excitement when the brand-new Dyson 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum arrived on my New York doorstep. Priced at $1,200 and advertised as being "the world’s most powerful robot vacuum", the bot sashayed (video) into the US market as if it already owned it. I’ve tested over a dozen robot vacuums over the past year and a half, but exactly zero from Dyson. In fact, the company, known for making vacuums sexy, hasn’t released a robot vacuum in the US since 2016. Sure, we described an earlier model, the Dyson 360 Eye, as "deeply flawed," but who hasn’t engaged in a little selective percepti ..read more

Lacing up my shoes only takes about three minutes, but it feels like a mental eternity. As a result, I used to shuffle out of the house in slip-ons, my adored but abandoned Chucks and Dr. Martens left behind in the closet. That was November 2023, and I haven’t worn Crocs to the grocery store since. I knew I had to try the streetwear-friendly Bread Elastic Shoelaces after seeing scores of TikTok creators deftly pull on even the most finicky high-tops without unlacing them. Dismiss ..read more

Though I love soaking in the beauty of the great outdoors, I wouldn’t call myself an outdoorsy person. Rather, I identify as an “outsidey” person: someone who appreciates nature wholeheartedly but ultimately craves the creature comforts (and safety) of my home. Dismiss ..read more

Want to shop more sustainably on an individual level? Curbing impulse buys and repairing items you already own are good steps. Buying certified refurbished kitchen gear, tech, and small appliances can help, too, plus save you cash. Dismiss ..read more

Next to a trusty knife, decent cookware, and a reliable stove, lighting is the key component in creating a kitchen that is as comfortable to hang out in as it is to cook. In many homes today, kitchens aren’t just a place to prep a meal—they’re multifunctional spaces where people variously eat, socialize, organize, play, work, and relax. But many of these activities are best served by different types of lighting. This is where smart lighting excels. Smart bulbs and fixtures are far more versatile than standard lights. Not only can you set them to dim automatically, but you can also tune many o ..read more

It seems like many people are looking for that holy-grail frying pan—one that is nonstick, lightweight, relatively affordable, great at searing, and magically clean at the end of the night. Sadly, that pan doesn’t exist, mainly because washing up is a part of life. But if those other features appeal to you, and you’re tired of replacing nonstick-coated pans when they go dull, consider getting a carbon steel pan. Of the nine pans we tested, the OXO Obsidian Carbon Steel Frypan with Silicone Sleeve checks all the boxes. (Except for the self-cleaning part—but four out of five isn’t bad, right ..read more

We’re not exactly trend chasers here at Wirecutter, but we do know a good thing when we see it. So we’re pretty excited about the current sock revolution. Gone are the days when bare ankles and no-show socks were the sole options; a quick glance at social media or the runways confirms that we are living in a sock-proud era. Ankle, crew, and knee-high socks in bright hues, bold patterns, and unexpected materials and textures are not only on the menu, but often the star of an ensemble. Dismiss ..read more

Jessica Samson, cleaning expert and director of national branding with a 40-year-old national cleaning company called The Maids, knows of at least six ways to clean a microwave using only steam and common pantry items. We spoke to her to nail down the ultimate (and easiest) method. Dismiss ..read more

These days, cannabis comes in many forms—not just as a marijuana plant you can smoke, but in THC edibles, such as gummies and chocolates, that can easily be mistaken for regular candy or sweets to unsuspecting kids and adults alike. Dismiss ..read more