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Home 2024-11-20T19:04:29Z

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The 7 best space heaters of 2024, tested and reviewed

The best space heaters quickly warm up a cold space. We tested 23 heaters in large and small rooms, examining warmth, energy efficiency, and safety.

Home 2024-11-08T15:56:35Z

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The 6 best robot vacuums of 2024, tested and reviewed

The best robot vacuums cleanup common messes like crumbs and pet hair without being babysat. We tested 40 robovacs to choose the most reliable models.

Home 2024-10-10T20:30:09Z

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The 5 best sunrise alarm clocks for a gentler wake-up in 2024

Sunrise alarm clocks gently mimic sunlight for a more natural wake up. The best wake-up light alarm clocks offer numerous light and sound settings.

Home 2024-08-07T15:17:50Z

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The 11 best cooling products for better sleep in 2024

So long, night sweats. From breathable bedding to quiet fans, these tried-and-tested cooling sleep products keep us comfy all night long.

Home 2024-07-24T17:07:16Z

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The best smoke detectors of 2024, tested and reviewed

The best smoke detector will quickly alert you to a fire in your home. Our eight picks can help keep you and your family safe.

Home 2024-05-03T17:06:02Z

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iRobot Roomba j7+ robot vacuum review: One of the best smart home investments I've made for my home

The iRobot Roomba j7+ robot vacuum is amazing at recognizing and avoiding obstacles, so it actually cleans your floors instead of getting stuck.

Home 2023-08-03T16:37:35Z

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7 rejected 'Shark Tank' products that didn't get investments but are now wildly popular

The sharks missed out on these opportunities, some of which went on to make millions.

Home 2023-07-11T14:07:42Z

Roomba s9+ robot vacuum review: The most expensive Roomba vacuum is worth every penny, according to our vacuum expert

I tried iRobot's $1,000 Roomba s9+ and was amazed at how it kept my floors clean for a month without needing any hands-on maintenance.

Home 2023-07-11T10:51:26Z

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I share a home with 3 pets and this air purifier is the only thing keeping my allergies under control

I suffer from allergies and have tested many air purifiers. I like how well the Honeywell HPA300 cleans the air while operating quietly.

Home 2023-07-06T17:45:20Z

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Shark AV911S EZ Robot Vacuum review: An affordable, self-emptying option for hands-free house cleaning

The Shark AV911S EZ is the ideal robot vacuum for busy homes: it has a self-emptying bin, is app-connected, and retails for under $400.

Home 2023-07-05T20:14:59Z

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Should you buy a portable air conditioner or a window unit? We've tested both and window units are far more efficient and powerful.

Window and portable ACs can both cool your home, but a window unit does a much better job at a lower cost if you have the right type of window.

Home 2022-09-21T18:27:46Z

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I've tested over 40 robot vacuums, but none have worked as hard as this $1,550 vac, mop, and video surveillance robot

The X1 Omni automates your cleaning by mopping and vacuuming at the same time, emptying the dirty water and dust bin, and cleaning the mop heads.

Home 2022-07-31T12:45:00Z

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28 TikTok-famous products that are actually worth the hype

Amazon's new Internet Famous page includes hundreds of TikTok favorites. Here are the ones we've tested and enthusiastically recommend.

Home 2022-06-29T13:47:51Z

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13 genius products that make us hate cleaning less

Not everyone loves cleaning, but we found 13 products that help make it less of a chore, from robot vacs to reusable dishcloths.

Home 2022-03-22T20:47:49Z

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I've tested over 30 robot vacuums. This Roomba model is one of the best you can buy.

The iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO is self-emptying and did the best job of cleaning in our tests. It's the top pick in our guide to the best robot vacuums.

Home 2022-02-16T22:05:00Z

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6 of the biggest kitchen and bath trends you're about to see everywhere, from sanitizing appliances to indoor gardens

Kitchen and bath trends for 2022 were on display at two major industry shows. From popular paint colors to efficient appliances, here are notable releases.

Home 2022-01-07T17:39:36Z

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The 13 most exciting health, home, and kitchen products from CES 2022 you can buy this year, including a smart yoga mat and touchless faucet with no handle

CES 2022 had plenty of innovative new products, from an AI-powered smart bike to handleless sinks and self-cleaning robot vacuums.

Home 2021-10-13T22:44:34Z