Electronics

From TVs, receivers, headphones, and speakers to cameras, laptops, keyboards, smartphones, and routers, our team of experts has spent hundreds of hours testing the best home theater, audio, computer, networking, and gaming gear and accessories. If it has a speaker, a screen, or an antenna, or if it plugs into something that does, it's probably here.

Accessories

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Audio

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  • Four sets of wireless earbuds, each pair arranged in front of its case.

    The Best Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds

    by Lauren Dragan

    The Soundcore Space A40 true wireless earbuds perform so well it’s hard to believe they’re so affordable.

  • Three different home Bluetooth speakers pictured together.

    The Best Home Bluetooth Speaker

    by Brent Butterworth

    Klipsch’s The One Plus Bluetooth speaker is a great way to get full, satisfying sound in your home with no need for complicated setup.

Batteries and charging

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Camera accessories

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Cameras

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Computers

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  • A gaming monitor together with a mechanical keyboard, a controller, and a mouse.

    The Best Gaming Monitors

    by Dave Gershgorn

    Some monitors are better suited for gaming than others, and the MSI MAG 274QRF QD E2 offers the best combination of performance and price we’ve found.

  • A green 24-inch M4 iMac sitting among a video game controller, a notebook, a cup of pens, and a matching green Apple keyboard and mouse.

    The Best All-in-One Computer

    by Dave Gershgorn

    If you need a family computer or want to cut down on cords in a home office, an all-in-one computer like Apple’s iMac is worth buying.

Gaming

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  • Two open gaming laptops next to each other on a purple background.

    The Best Cheap Gaming Laptop

    by Haley Perry

    You don’t need to spend a fortune to get great gaming performance in a laptop for years to come.

  • A Meta Quest 3S headset and two controllers sitting on a blue surface.

    The Best VR Headset

    by Signe Brewster

    Our pick pairs great performance with a very low cost of entry.

  • A Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite, shown with SD cards and an extra Joy-Con controller.

    The Best Nintendo Switch for You: Original, Lite, or OLED

    by Andrew Cunningham, Arthur Gies, and Haley Perry

    For Nintendo fans and gamers on the go, the Switch is a no-brainer, and we’re here to help you figure out which version to get—for yourself or someone else.

Headphones

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  • Different running headphones pictured together.

    The Best Headphones for Running

    by Lauren Dragan

    When it comes to running headphones, one size definitely doesn’t fit all. So we have multiple recommendations based on style, features, and price.

  • Two photos set next to one another. The photo one the left shows the Shokz OpenSwim Pro on display in front of a swimming pool. The photo on the right shows a person wearing the Shokz OpenSwim Pro headphones.

    These Underwater Headphones Actually … Work?

    by Elissa Sanci

    As a newbie swimmer, I found doing laps terribly boring. So I tried the waterproof headphones that the swimmers on TikTok use to bring music to my workouts.

  • Two Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controllers sitting one in front of the other, one in light pink and blue, one in dark pink and blue

    The 20 Best Gifts for Gamers

    by Wirecutter Staff

    Knowing what to get the avid gamer in your life can be tricky, but we’ve got you covered with the newest and best picks from our gaming team.

Home theater

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  • Four media streaming devices next to each other on a light yellow-green background.

    The Best Media Streaming Devices

    by Lee Neikirk

    The Chromecast with Google TV has all the features we look for in a media streamer, and Google’s interface is the best at finding and organizing content.

  • One of the models that we tested to find the best high-performance subwoofer, with its front grille removed.

    The Best Subwoofer

    by Brent Butterworth

    For powerful, precise bass in stereo and home theater systems, the best subwoofer is the compact, affordable Rogersound Labs Speedwoofer 10S MKII.

  • Our two picks for best portable mini projector, displayed in front of a yellow background.

    The Best Portable Mini Projector

    by Adrienne Maxwell

    A portable mini projector doesn’t perform as well as a good TV or home-theater projector, but the Nebula Mars 3 Air ably blends performance and convenience.

Laptops

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  • A pair of black15- and 13-inch MacBook Air M2 models shown next to each other.

    The Best MacBooks

    by Dave Gershgorn

    Apple’s laptops can be expensive, but the best MacBook for most people isn’t the newest, fanciest one.

  • Four laptop sleeves in various colors and styles; one with a laptop poking out.

    The Best Laptop Sleeves and MacBook Cases

    by Ivy Liscomb

    If you need an extra layer of protection for your pricey laptop, a sleeve is a great option that doesn’t take up a lot of extra space.

  • Four laptops sitting in a square on a purple background.

    The Best Laptops

    by Kimber Streams and Dave Gershgorn

    From budget-friendly options to thin-and-light ultrabooks to powerful gaming laptops, we’ve spent hundreds of hours finding the best laptops for most people.

Networking

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  • Three different USB Wi-Fi Adapters.

    The Best USB Wi-Fi Adapters

    by Joel Santo Domingo

    A USB Wi-Fi adapter can improve an old device’s terrible internet connectivity. MSI’s AX1800 WiFi USB Adapter is the best one you can buy.

  • Four cable modems lined up next to each other at an angle pointing left.

    The Best Cable Modem

    by Joel Santo Domingo

    The best cable modems are widely compatible and will last for years to come.

  • Four of the Wi-Fi extenders that we tested to find the best Wi-Fi extenders and signal boosters, shown scattered with cords.

    The Best Wi-Fi Extender and Signal Booster

    by Joel Santo Domingo

    If you have rooms where 4K streams don’t work or browsing is too slow, you might solve the problem with a Wi-Fi extender—without replacing your whole network.

Projectors

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  • A movie projector with a bowl of popcorn next to it.

    The Best Budget Projector for a Home Theater

    by Adrienne Maxwell

    The BenQ HT2060’s good contrast, bright output, and impressive color accuracy make it our pick for the best budget home theater projector.

  • The Epson Home Cinema LS11000, our pick for best 4K projector, along with DVD's and a remote control.

    The Best 4K Projector

    by Adrienne Maxwell

    The Epson LS11000 4K laser projector delivers a big, beautiful image, works well in a variety of lighting conditions, and has most of the features you need.

  • Our two picks for best home projector for a living room, side by side with a vertical stack of DVDs in between.

    The Best Projectors

    by Adrienne Maxwell

    We reviewed every type of projector to find the best projector to fit your needs, whether it’s for a home theater or a home office.

Smartphones

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  • A phone with a scenic lock screen next to a cup of coffee.

    The Best Cell Phone Plans

    by Rob Pegoraro

    Picking a cell plan can be confusing, but after months of research, we’ve found the best plans for data, coverage, and price.

  • Four iPhones lying on a blue background.

    Which iPhone Should I Get?

    by Roderick Scott

    Buying an entry-level flagship iPhone no longer requires trade-offs in battery life or camera quality.

Storage devices

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  • A laptop computer with IDrive's desktop app, our top pick for the best cloud backup service, opened on the screen.

    The Best Online Cloud Backup Services

    by Max Eddy

    Most people don’t need an online backup service, but if you have a lot of important files, IDrive might be worth the money.

  • A collection of varied photo prints from our testing for best online photo printing service, displayed on top of a wooden surface.

    The Best Online Photo Printing Service

    by Phil Ryan

    We’ve tested dozens of online photo printing services, and we’ve consistently found that Nations Photo Lab is the best place to get prints.

  • A Western Digital My Passport Ultra portable hard drive with a cord attached, sitting on a pink background.

    Back Up and Secure Your Digital Life

    by Ivy Liscomb

    From password managers to backup software, here are the apps and services everyone needs to protect themselves from security breaches and data loss.

Tablets

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  • Different digital notebooks pictured together.

    The Best Digital Notebooks

    by Melanie Pinola

    A digital notebook could take your notes to the next level. Here are the best for writing, reading, and doodling.

  • Three tablets sitting face up on a red background.

    The Best Android Tablets

    by Roderick Scott and Ryan Whitwam

    Good Android tablets are few and far between, but if you don’t want an iPad, Google's Pixel Tablet is your best bet.

  • Three e-readers fanned out against a green background.

    The Best E-Reader

    by Caitlin McGarry and Nick Guy

    Amazon’s cheapest Kindle is the best way to read ebooks—whether you buy them from Amazon’s well-stocked store or check them out from the library.

TVs

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  • A Hisense U6K Series Google TV, our pick for the best 4K TV on a budget, with a scene of a lake surrounded by mountains displayed on it.

    The Best 4K TV on a Budget

    by Lee Neikirk

    The Hisense U6K is an excellent value, as it successfully incorporates high-end hardware and svelte software from the company’s pricier TVs.

  • A flat screen TV displaying a tower of flat rocks on a rocky beach.

    The Best 40- to 49-Inch TVs

    by Lee Neikirk

    There aren’t a lot of TV options in the 40- to 49-inch size range, but we have recommendations in both the premium and budget categories.

USB-C

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  • Two Anker USB hubs plugged into a Mac laptop.

    Accessories for Your USB-C Laptop

    by Ivy Liscomb

    We've tested the best cables, hubs, and dongles to help you connect your all your peripherals to your new laptop, even if it has only USB-C ports.

  • Our four picks for best USB-C laptop and tablet chargers, placed next to a laptop that is being charged with a USB-C cable.

    The Best USB-C Laptop and Tablet Chargers

    by Sarah Witman

    The best replacement for your original charger is the Nekteck 60W USB-C GaN Charger. It’s cheaper and smaller but just as powerful and reliable.

  • Our picks for best USB phone charger displayed on a pink surface next to an iphone with a charging cable plugged in.

    The Best USB Phone Charger

    by Sarah Witman and Nick Guy

    No matter what kinds of USB-powered devices you own, we have picks to power them at their fastest charging speeds.

More Electronics Posts

  • The Epson SureColor P700 photo printer next to a camera.

    The Best Photo Printer

    by Erin Roberts and Phil Ryan

    If you want to make high-quality, long-lasting photo prints at home, the Epson SureColor P700 is the best photo printer to buy.

  • Our three picks for the best GPS running watch, set out flat side by side.

    The Best GPS Running Watches

    by Seth Berkman

    A dependable GPS running watch provides training-enhancing data. After putting thousands of miles on 37 different watches we recommend the Coros Pace 3.

  • The silver Mac mini M4 on a blue surface.

    The Best Mini Desktop PCs

    by Dave Gershgorn

    A mini PC can be a great option for a home office or remote learning, whether you’re working on spreadsheets or tackling professional photo-editing tasks.

  • A collection of instant photo printers, with their photos, that we tested to find the best ones.

    The Best Instant Photo Printer

    by Arriana Vasquez

    Our pick for the best instant photo printer is simple to use, and it’s light and small enough to carry. It uses easy-to-find, affordable film, too.

  • All of our picks for best tabletop radio, placed next to and on top of each other.

    The Best Tabletop Radios

    by Nena Farrell and Dennis Burger

    Tabletop radios are as much about style as they are about performance. We have four radio recommendations that appeal to different tastes and budgets.

  • Our picks for the Best Audiophile Headphones for Everyday Use.

    The Best Audiophile Headphones for Everyday Use

    by Lauren Dragan and Brent Butterworth

    Audiophile headphones focus on delivering the best sound quality, period. We’ve tested hundreds of them and selected our favorites for different uses.

  • Our pick for best soundbar overall, the Polk MagniFi Mini AX Atmos soundbar, next to its remote control and subwoofer.

    The Best Soundbar

    by Brent Butterworth

    The Polk MagniFi Mini AX is the all-around best soundbar because of its big, immersive sound, small footprint, affordable cost, and easy operation.

  • Our top picks for the best AV receiver against a purple background.

    The Best AV Receivers for Most People

    by Dennis Burger and Adrienne Maxwell

    The Denon AVR-X1800H is an easy-to-use AV receiver that sounds great and has the necessary features to meet most people’s movie, music, and video-gaming needs.

  • The Polk Signature Elite Series speakers sit together on an orange backdrop.

    The Best Surround-Sound Systems Under $2,500

    by Brent Butterworth

    Stylish design and great sound make the Polk Signature Elite ES15, ES10, and ES30 combo our pick for the best surround-sound system.

  • The Viofo A229 Pro and Miofive S1 dash cams, shown next to a car key.

    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.