For occasional use and basic projects, this Hychika laser level has a lot of the features I look for (including self-leveling) with a price that’s about half as much as our overall best pick. It isn’t as accurate as more expensive options, but it’s good enough for hanging pictures and other common ta

The self-leveling resets when it’s bumped, but it does so without needing any input or manual adjustment. We also dropped it during testing, and it showed no signs of damage or decreased accuracy (it still self-levels without fa

This rechargeable flashlight from Anker is a lower-cost alternative that’s still bright, durable, and reliable. There are a few things I don’t love (micro USB and a battery you can’t replace), but it’s about half the price of our overall best recommendation, and it performed just as well in the durability tests we performed at our lab.

Brightness and battery life are the two most important factors for a rechargeable flashlight, and we were satisfied with both during our tests. If you’re worried that it’s too dim with a maximum 400 lumens compared to 1,000 lumens from the Nitecore we recommend as overall best, the gulf isn’t actually that

Whether you prefer a modern and sleek modular wall desk or a cute secretary desk that you can close shut after a busy work day, we’ve included a variety of desk styles to fit every home space and aesthe

Clogs are the most common cause of vacuum suction loss. If something is blocking the filters in a vacuum, it restricts the flow of air. Regularly cleaning your vacuum extends its lifespan and ensures that it won't lose power. It's also important to check the operating belts of the vacuum to make sure there isn't a problem with the base unit. You can check the belts by following the instructions in your appliance's operating man

I love that many of the items included are "treat-like," meaning they weren't necessarily products people would buy for themselves, but they still make for fun pantry items that can be enjoyed over a few weeks or mon

Unlike our experiences with other dryers, this one has a powerful auto-sensing feature that was accurate for drying most clothing in one go. Some bulkier items, like towels, blankets, and even cloth diapers (which are layered), were still damp after a cycle, but a quick stint in a timed-dry cycle helped finish the

As someone who's only worked remotely and has lived in one-bedroom apartments, I know the struggle of optimizing a small space. I also know how it feels for your home office to share the same space as your living room or bedroom. It's all about finding the right-sized furniture, and in particular, a desk that's small-space frien

simply click the following site range of this level is relatively short at 33 feet (our best rechargeable pick, another Huepar laser level, has a distance of 85 feet), but it’s very easy to see when used within that range. The range also leaps to 197 feet when used with a compatible recei

It also gets clothes cleaner than older models ever did—something we didn’t fully appreciate until seeing (and smelling) the difference. We even convinced several other family members to purchase the same set, and they love it just as m

I grew up helping my carpenter grandpa work with bubble levels and plumb bobs, and those memories really make me appreciate self-leveling laser levels. Laser levels are already a huge time saver compared to those older methods (and don’t require the same level of expertise), but self-leveling takes all the guesswork out of the proc

If you're constantly washing comforters, sheets, blankets, and other bulky items, try this top-load washer from GE. Without an agitator, it has plenty of space for large loads, but never gets too load or comes off-balance, in our experie

Case in point: our best multipurpose pick, the Mr. Ironstone Bar Table , has a slightly industrial vibe that will suit modern spaces well, while the IKEA 28" Micke Desk (our best overall) is more neutral in its design and could be dressed up or down, depending on your preferen

The red beam has a shorter range than a lot of laser levels we’ve tested (especially in bright sunlight or outdoors), but it’s plenty for most indoor projects. Accuracy drops off at long distances, too, so it’s better for short-range projects like leveling picture frames and hanging shel

Top-loaders are often cheaper and more spacious, while front-loaders are gentler on fabrics and easier to load and unload. In my experience, additional features like app connectivity or specialized cycles can be handy, but getting to know the dispensers (or lack thereof) of a washer, the washing mechanism (central agitator or impeller plate), and size of both of your machines is more important and will make you feel like you're getting your money's worth with every l

What really sets the top-load washer apart from the rest, though, is the removable agitator. You can choose an impeller plate instead, which will maximize the drum for comforters, bedding, and any other bulky items. I've found myself using the agitator more, but l do love the option to expand the drum at just a twist of the agita