Appliances
Large home appliances
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The Best Refrigerators
by Liam McCabe
We surveyed 5,000+ readers and analyzed 28,000+ customer reviews and found that among the major brands, LG fridges tend to make their owners the happiest.
The Best Counter-Depth Refrigerators
by Rachel Wharton
A counter-depth fridge is shallower than a standard-depth model and can make your kitchen feel more streamlined and spacious. But it may cost a bit more.
Buying a Gas Stove or Dryer? Read This First.
by Rachel Wharton
The Inflation Reduction Act could save you thousands of dollars on new and efficient electric appliances. Here’s how to maximize it.
Small home appliances
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How to Keep Your Home Cool
by Tim Heffernan
Here are all our product recommendations for keeping cool—and our advice on how to make everything work better.
How to Set Up an Air Purifier
by Tim Heffernan
Air purifiers aren’t complicated, but a few tips and techniques can help you optimize their performance.
The Best Fan
by Thom Dunn
Efficiently circulate air and rely less on your HVAC system with a powerful, compact room fan.
Vacuum cleaners
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The Best Robot Vacuums
by Sabine Heinlein
Robot vacuums never get bored or tired, so with little effort on your part, they can keep your floors consistently tidy.
The Best Upright and Canister Vacuums
by Sabine Heinlein
Only a powerful plug-in upright or canister vacuum can truly deep-clean your carpets and floors. We recommend four.
The Best Vacuum Cleaners
by Sabine Heinlein
For a dependable, versatile, and affordable cleaner, we prefer a bagless upright, but we have recommendations for other types of vacuums as well.
More Appliances Posts
‘The Bear’ Is Back. Here’s Every Wirecutter Pick We’ve Spotted in Carmy’s Kitchen.
by Alexander Aciman
Here we list every Wirecutter pick we spotted in The Bear’s first two seasons.
The Best Cordless Stick Vacuum
by Sabine Heinlein
Power cords got you wound up? We’ve tested dozens of cordless stick vacuums to find those with the best combination of cleaning power, comfort, and convenience.
What’s the Best Vacuum for Pet Hair?
by Sabine Heinlein
We recommend six vacuums that have the tools, power, and maneuverability to tackle pet fur in your carpets, on your couch, or in your car.
What’s the Best Vacuum for Hardwood Floors?
by Sabine Heinlein
Any vacuum can clean bare floors, but some models make it a little easier. We think the Miele Classic C1 Pure Suction does an excellent job.
The Best Blender
by Lesley Stockton
After testing more than 25 blenders since 2012, we haven’t found a better one than the powerful, durable Vitamix 5200.
The Best Pressure Washer
by Doug Mahoney
New pressure washers are getting smaller and quieter, with plenty of scouring power for outdoor surfaces.
The Best Air Purifier
by Tim Heffernan
Get cleaner air in a range of room sizes with air purifiers we’ve tested and measured firsthand.
The Best Dryers
by Tyler Wells Lynch
After 50 hours of research, we learned that all dryers work pretty similarly. If you need one, check out the cheap, sturdy Maytag MEDX655DW.
The Best Portable Air Conditioner
by Thom Dunn
A good portable AC is hard to find, but our picks provide year-round climate control that’s quiet and efficient.
The Best Air Conditioner
by Thom Dunn
Our firsthand tests have found air conditioners that will keep you cool, quietly and efficiently.
The Best Air Fryer Toaster Oven
by Michael Sullivan
If you want an appliance that’s more versatile than a pod-shaped air fryer, we recommend the Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro.
The Best Hand Mixer
by Lesley Stockton and Anna Perling
After 20 hours of testing, we think that the Breville Handy Mix Scraper is the best hand mixer for baking, sauces, or small-batch recipes.
Where Should You Buy Appliances?
by Michelle Ma
What you need to know about getting a fair deal on delivery, installation, and customer service.
The Best Handheld Vacuum
by Sabine Heinlein
Handheld vacs ferret out crumbs from cushions, dirt from car seats, and fur from sofas. We recommend the Ryobi 18V One+ Performance Hand Vacuum Kit.
Ask Wirecutter: Do I Really Need a Portable Air Purifier?
by Annemarie Conte
You might have a great HVAC system, but the Coway Mighty just might be mightier.
I Didn’t Know My Washing Machine Had a Brain. Then It Told Me I Was Doing My Laundry Wrong.
by Jon Chase
The LG WM4000H washer won’t be invited to Mensa, but its modest smart features turned out to be far more useful than a skeptical smart-home editor dared expect.
The Best Stand Mixer
by Lesley Stockton and Anna Perling
After over 50 hours of research and testing since 2013, we think the KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer is the best you can buy.
The Best Dehumidifiers
by Tim Heffernan
We’ve found dehumidifiers that are easy to live with and effectively reduce ambient moisture in your home.
