November/December 2024
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Cover Story
Top Picks in Kitchen Essentials for 2024
From Breville toasters to Vitamix blenders, these are the appliances and cooking gear that aced our tests—and wowed our experts—this year
Top Picks in Laundry, Cleaning, and Home for 2024
The year's best vacuums, washing machines, bedding, and more, picked by CR's experts based on our extensive lab testing
Top Picks in Tech for 2024
CR experts pick the year's best TVs, laptops, headphones, and more from top brands like Apple, Bose, LG, and Samsung
Top Picks in Yard Care & Outdoor Living for 2024
From John Deere lawn mowers to Ooni pizza ovens, these are the garden and yard products that impressed our experts this year
Top Picks in Healthy Living for 2024
From helmets and sunscreens to treadmills and exercise bikes, here are the best products in healthy living from CR's tests
Cars
Get a Great Deal on Your Next New Car
Our expert advice will help you find the right choice for you at the best possible price
Features
CR's Guide to Do-It-Yourself Travel Planning
Booking your own vacation online doesn’t have to be complicated. Here, insider strategies for finding the best and cheapest flights, hotels, cruises, and rental cars.
CR Money
How to Protect Yourself From a Massive Medical Bill
Even with Medicare, if you suffer a serious illness, your costs can be very high. Here's how to avoid unaffordable bills.
CR Health
How to Keep Your Vision Sharp
Cataracts, dry eyes, glaucoma, and other eye problems become more common with age. But these can be treated—and sometimes even cured—if you know the early signs and act fast.
The Benefits of Tea
How to pick the healthiest types for you
Is Loose Tea Better Than Bagged?
How your options stack up
Watch Out for These Popular Tea Drinks
Bottled teas and tea drinks may not be as good for you as regular tea
How to Make the Perfect Cup or Pot of Tea
Tea leaves, water, and a few guidelines are all you need
Departments & Columns
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