Nursing bras provide support while allowing baby easy access to their food source. Nursing bras are designed so that the flap covering the breast can be unclipped or slid aside while the rest of the bra stays in place, which can be helpful while nursing on the go or in more public places. They’re also…
Black Friday is a perfect moment to update your coffee game with the best new gear and accessories at discount prices. We’ve sorted through a storm of Black Friday deals on espresso machines, grinders, French presses, and cold brew to find the absolute best buys on our highest-rated coffee gear. Check out our live blog…
Having curly hair is a challenge. I used to let it air dry, but I couldn’t stand sitting with wet hair all day and ending up with frizzy curls. I needed to find the best hair dryer for my unmanageable locks. Even if you don’t use it every day, it’s good to have one on…
“At CR, we consider a stroller lightweight and compact when it’s under 15 pounds and easy to carry,” says Joan Muratore, the engineer who oversees stroller testing at Consumer Reports. “You should be able to carry it in one hand and your child in the other. And it won’t take up your entire car trunk…
The sweet spot for lawn mower value is between $350 and $500. Even at prices below that range, you’ll find a few very good gas or battery push mowers in our ratings, some with helpful features like folding handles and the option of upright storage. Among the three gas and four battery models featured below—all…
Daniel Wroclawski Dan Wroclawski is a home and appliances writer at Consumer Reports, covering products ranging from refrigerators and coffee makers to cutting-edge smart home devices. Before joining CR in 2017, he was an editor at USA Today’s Reviewed, and launched the site’s smart home section. In his spare time, you can find him tinkering…
To evaluate the best method for clipping a dog’s nails, we ordered four of the most popular dog nail clippers and grinders. We used each system with our 9-year-old skittish border collie, Gavyn, evaluating each for ease of use, ease of cleanup, and noise level. We also spoke with veterinarians about the best nail clipper…
While I was impressed with the results, I’d still opt for cooking with charcoal and wood chunks for a true barbecue experience. That said, the Ninja Woodfire absolutely matched—or even beat—most of the barbecue I’ve had from pricier pellet grills, like those from Traeger. The Ninja most resembles a pellet grill when it comes to…
1. Keep an eye out for sales. Prices for organic produce can vary substantially from week to week and store to store. 2. Check the weight. When organic produce is sold prepackaged at a set price rather than by the pound, take the time to weigh a few packages: Some may contain more (or less)…
What did we learn? That it’s indeed possible to find a reasonably priced office chair that’s comfortable to sit in, easy to adjust, and outfitted with plenty of support for your back, butt, and arms. In fact, we found three—all priced at $200 or less. While many chairs are marketed as being ergonomic, keep in…