November/December 2025
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Cover Story
Top Picks 2025: Best Home, Tech, and Health Products
Our annual roundup of the best products we've tested across a collection of product categories—kitchen gear, mattresses, TVs, vacuums, and more
Best New, Cool, and Clever Products of 2025
From earbuds that work as hearing aids to a cooler that keeps food fresh for days, these CR-vetted problem-solvers make life easier—and more fun
Special Section
Your Guide to Really Clean Clothes
CR Laundry Expert Rich Handel shares his no-nonsense advice on getting your clothes clean without breaking the bank (or your washer)
Check Out Our Stain-Fighting Videos
Here’s CR Laundry Expert Rich Handel on everything from the new rules for sorting clothes to the surprising cleaning products you can skip
Features
Common Kitchen Appliance Mishaps and How to Fix Them
Some mistakes can lead to expensive repairs. Our advice will help keep your small and large appliances running smoothly.
7 Common Luggage Problems and How to Fix Them
Smart solutions to annoying travel hiccups and suitcase snags. Plus: The best sturdy, lightweight carry-ons from our tests.
8 Types of Butter and How to Use Them
It's always been rich and delicious, but now there are a lot more options in the dairy case. So which should you choose?
CR Money
Cut Your Bills by More Than $800 a Month
Heat, gas, phone service, electricity, insurance, and internet plans all cost more these days. Our expert strategies can help you trim your monthly expenses.
Departments & Columns
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