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4 Best Plasma Lighters, Tested by Our Experts

Plasma lighters can stand up to wind and require no fuel. Consumer Reports found the best for candles, camping, and other uses.

Zippo Candle Lighter, iLevar Dual Arc Lighter and Suprus Electric Lighter

Best Power Scrubbers, Lab-Tested and Reviewed

We tested electric power scrubbers to find the ones that clean the best and are the easiest to use.

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Best Portable Power Stations of 2026, Lab-Tested and Reviewed

Portable power stations can be cleaner and safer to use than conventional generators, but they have drawbacks. CR explains the pros and cons.

EcoFlow DELTA Pro Portable Power Station

Best Travel Essentials, According to CR Staffers

We turned to CR staffers to get the scoop on the best travel essentials they won't leave home without.

Amazon Kindle, Anker nano power bank, Mavogel sleep mask, Baggu carryon bag, Klorane dry shampoo

How to Select the Best Flooring for Every Room in Your Home

Consumer Reports helps you choose the best flooring for your kitchen, bathroom, mudroom, family room, living room, laundry room, basement, and more.

5 Things to Know About High-Efficiency Top-Loaders

Consumer Reports' laundry experts walk through the pros and cons of high-efficiency top-loaders and recommend some top models.

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Best Amazon Prime Day Deals on Home Products

The Amazon Prime Day 2026 deals have started. You can snag a discount on top-rated air purifiers, vacuums, and more for your home.

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5 Ingredients to Watch Out For in Beauty and Personal Care Products

How to avoid chemicals like PFAS, parabens, phthalates, and lead that may be in your makeup, shampoo, and other cosmetics and personal care items.

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5 Best Umbrellas, Tested by Our Experts

CR tested nine umbrellas (including an umbrella hat) from Davek, GustBuster, Totes, and other brands to find the strongest, most rain-protecting umbrellas.

Shed Rain Reverse closing stick umbrella, Blunt Exec umbrella and GustBuster The Pro Series Gold umbrella

Best Diaper Bags of 2026, According to a Mom of 5

For this review of the best diaper bags, CR tried 17 popular diaper bags on the market to find out which ones made parenting a little easier.

Portland Gear, Lululemon, Dagne Dover, Petunia Pickle Bottom, Itzy Ritzy diaper bags

4 Best Sleeping Bags From Our Weeks of Camping Outdoors

CR evaluated sleeping bags while camping to find which ones helped us get a good night's rest, felt the most bed-like, and were easiest to pack.

North Face, Sierra Designs, REI sleeping bags

Planning a Picnic? Don't Forget to Pack These Staples.

Planning what to pack for a picnic can make the difference between a seamless experience and a last-minute scramble. Here's everything you’ll need to bring along.

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Best Kitchen Tools and Gadgets We’ve Tested Recently

The best kitchen gadgets and cooking tools we've found, courtesy of CR's rigorous lab tests and thorough at-home evaluations by our experts. Read on for the items that are worth your money and time.

Caraway roasting pan, Wusthof steak knives, and Gorilla Grip silicon oven mitts

Best Cyber Monday Deals on Health, Fitness, and Beauty Products

Cyber Monday is a great time to get big savings on great health, fitness, and beauty products from Apple, Therabody, Schwinn, and more.

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How to Pick the Right Hiking Boots

These tips from Consumer Reports will help you pick the right hiking boots. Proper footwear is critical when you hike.

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Best Deals on Bluetooth and Smart Speakers

CR shares the details on the best Bluetooth and smart speakers you can get, from Amazon Alexa speakers to portable Bluetooth models from the likes of Bose and JBL.

Choosing Between Synthetic Down and Natural Down for a Winter Coat

Consumer Reports explains when you should get a synthetic puffer jacket versus a natural down puffer.

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