Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen), Black
Usually under $400
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Travel & Audio
Quiet on the plane, sound at the hotel, and never losing the bag: travel gear that earns its space in a carry-on.
Apple AirPods Pro 3
Usually around $250
Anker Soundcore Space A40 Wireless Earbuds
Usually under $60
Twelve South AirFly Pro
Usually around $40
EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter (TA-105C)
Usually under $20
Peak Design Everyday Tech Pouch
Usually under $50
Apple AirTag (2nd Generation)
Usually under $30
JBL Clip 4
Usually under $60
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All 41 →Sensors, plugs, cameras, lights, and hubs — compared on real specs, not hype.
smart-homeHow to Tell If Someone Opened Your Door (Without a Camera)
If you want to know whether someone opened a door while you were out, the most reliable answer is not a camera.
smart-homeKasa HS220 Neutral Wire Required? Yes — With One Caveat Worth Knowing
Yes, the Kasa Smart Dimmer Switch HS220 requires a neutral wire in the wall box to install and operate.
smart-homeWyze Cam without Subscription: What Actually Works
You want a Wyze cam to just work—record video, let you check footage—without getting nagged into a Cam Plus subscription every time you open the app.
smart-homeDoes Aqara P1 Need a Hub? Yes — With One Caveat Worth Knowing
Yes - the Aqara Motion Sensor P1 communicates over Zigbee, not Wi-Fi, so it cannot connect to your phone or router on its own and requires an Aqara (or other Zigbee) hub to function.
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Kasa HS220 vs KS220: Every Spec Difference That Actually Matters
Pick the Kasa Smart Dimmer Switch HS220 if you run Alexa or Google Assistant, or just want dimming control through the Kasa app without any Apple-ecosystem requirements. Pick the Kasa Apple HomeKit Sm
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Wyze Cam v3 vs v4: Every Spec Difference That Actually Matters
The v4 is the meaningful upgrade: sharper 2.5K video and a built-in spotlight. The v3 remains a capable 1080p camera for buyers who don't need those extras.
smart-homeDoes Echo Show 5 Have Zigbee? No — Here's What You Need Instead
No, the Echo Show 5 (both the 2nd Gen and the newest model) has no built-in Zigbee radio, so it cannot act as a Zigbee hub for lights, locks, or sensors.
smart-homeWyze Cam OG Indoor/Outdoor 1080p (2-Pack): Budget Security Without the Guesswork
Still telling yourself you'll "get cameras eventually" because it sounds like a pricey install and a subscription you'll forget to cancel? The Wyze Cam OG 2-Pack exists to kill that excuse. It's a str
smart-homeKasa Apple HomeKit Smart Dimmer Switch KS220P3 (3-Pack): A Practical Upgrade for Your Lighting
Smart switches usually force a tradeoff: a clunky third-party app, or a hub you didn't ask for. Kasa's KS220P3 3-pack sidesteps both for Apple Home users — wire in three switches and control them stra
smart-homeWyze Cam v4 2.5K: A Budget Smart Camera That Actually Aims Higher
Most cameras under $40 make you choose: sharp video, smart alerts, or usable night vision—pick one. The Wyze Cam v4 tries to hand you all three at once, which is the only reason it's worth your attent
smart-homeWyze Cam OG with Spotlight: A Budget Security Cam That Lights Up the Night
That dark side yard or back door doesn't need a full security overhaul — it needs a camera that can actually see at night. The Wyze Cam OG with built-in spotlight does exactly that: a small, affordabl
smart-homeSONOFF S31 WiFi Smart Plug Review: Energy Monitoring on a Budget
You don't need a full smart home system to figure out which appliance is quietly wrecking your electric bill. You need one plug and an app. The SONOFF S31 is a WiFi-connected outlet plug that adds rem
smart-homeKasa Smart Dimmer Switch 2-Gang HS220-2: A Tidy Way to Smarten Up Two Lights at Once
Two light switches, one wallplate, zero communication between them — if that's your stairwell or hallway setup, you already know the annoyance. The Kasa HS220-2 fixes it by packing two independent sma
smart-homeKasa Smart Dimmer Switch HS220P3 (3-Pack): A Practical Way to Smarten Up Your Lighting
You don't need to replace every bulb in your house to get smart lighting — you just need to replace the switch. That's the whole pitch behind the Kasa Smart Dimmer Switch HS220P3, sold in a 3-pack tha
smart-homeWyze Cam OG Telephoto 3x Optical Zoom: A Budget Zoom Cam That Actually Makes Sense
Ever pulled up a security clip only to find the "detail" you needed was a smear of digital-zoom mush? That's the exact gap the Wyze Cam OG Telephoto is built to close. It's a companion camera to Wyze'
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Kasa Smart Dimmer Switch HS220: A Simple, Affordable Way to Smarten Up Your Lights
Most smart lighting products ask you to buy new bulbs, install a hub, or both. The Kasa Smart Dimmer Switch HS220 skips all of that — it replaces the switch already on your wall, works with whatever b
smart-homeKasa Smart Dimmer Switch HS220: A Budget-Friendly Way to Add Smarts to Your Lighting
Most smart lighting upgrades force a choice: replace every bulb in the house with pricier smart bulbs, or buy into a hub-based ecosystem you don't actually need. The Kasa Smart Dimmer Switch HS220 ski
smart-homeKasa Apple HomeKit Smart Dimmer Switch (KS220): A Budget-Friendly Way to Dim Smart
Want HomeKit control over your lights without buying a hub, a bridge, or anything else with a subscription attached? The Kasa KS220 does exactly one job — dimming — and does it natively through Apple'
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Wyze Cam v3: A Budget-Friendly Indoor/Outdoor Security Camera Worth a Look
Most security cameras force a choice: pay a premium or settle for something flimsy. The Wyze Cam v3 splits that difference well enough that it keeps coming up in nearly every budget security camera co
smart-homeWyze Auto-Lock Bolt v2 Wi-Fi Fingerprint Smart Lock: A Budget-Friendly Way to Ditch Your Keys
Most smart locks want $200+ before you've even touched the app. The Wyze Auto-Lock Bolt v2 stays under $80 and still gives you fingerprint entry, auto-locking, and remote app control — no hub required. If yo
smart-homeWyze Smart Door Lock with Gateway and Keypad: An Affordable Way Into Smart Locks
Most budget smart locks nickel-and-dime you: buy the lock, then the keypad, then a separate hub just to unlock your door from outside Bluetooth range. Wyze skips that drip-feed and bundles all three i
smart-homeWyze Programmable Smart WiFi Thermostat: An Affordable Way to Take Control of Your Home's Temperature
A smart thermostat under $150 sounds like a trap — cut corners, flimsy app, questionable HVAC support. The Wyze Programmable Smart WiFi Thermostat mostly dodges that trap by not overpromi
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Amazon Echo Show 5 Smart Display: A Compact, Budget-Friendly Way to Bring Alexa Into Any Room
Not every room needs a full-size smart display — sometimes you just want Alexa with a screen, minus the countertop takeover and the flagship price tag. That's the gap the Amazon Echo Show 5 is built t
smart-homeSwitchBot Hub Mini Smart Remote: A Small Box That Talks to Your Old Gadgets
Your window AC unit, that ceiling fan with only a remote, the TV that predates smart anything—none of them are getting replaced anytime soon. The SwitchBot Hub Mini exists for exactly that reality: it
smart-homeWyze Auto-Lock Bolt Fingerprint Deadbolt: Budget Smart Security Without the Hub Headaches
Smart locks routinely run $200+ before you've even added a hub. The Wyze Auto-Lock Bolt Fingerprint Deadbolt skips that markup entirely, delivering fingerprint unlocking, a keypad backup, and a
smart-homeAqara Water Leak Sensor: Cheap Insurance for Your Basement
A slow leak under the sink can run for days before you smell it. A burst washing machine hose can ruin a laundry room in a single overnight cycle. Either way, you find out too late — unless something'
smart-homeGovee Smart Table Lamp 2: A Fun Mood-Lighting Upgrade That Won't Break the Bank
Ambient RGB lamps flood the market at every price point, and most of them ask you to gamble on a brand you've never heard of. The Govee Smart Table Lamp 2 skips that gamble — it sits at the top of wha
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Aqara Door and Window Sensor P2: A Small, Smart Way to Know What's Open
You're in bed, halfway to sleep, when it hits you: did you actually lock the back door? The Aqara Door and Window Sensor P2 exists to kill that moment of doubt for good. It's a small, battery-powered
smart-homeGovee TV Backlight 3 Lite (55-65 inch): Is This the Easy Ambient Lighting Upgrade Your TV Setup Needs?
You've seen the TikToks: TVs glowing with color, screens that look like they belong in a movie theater instead of a living room. The Govee TV Backlight 3 Lite promises that exact effect for under $55,
smart-homeArlo Essential Indoor Security Camera (3rd Gen, 2025 Release): A Smart, Affordable Pick for Watching Over Your Home
Most indoor cameras make you choose: pay a premium for real privacy controls, or settle for a cheap camera that's always watching, always listening, with no way to switch it off short of unplugging it
smart-homeWyze Bulb Color Smart Bulbs (4-Pack): Budget-Friendly Color Lighting Done Right
Most people don't know if they'll actually use color-changing smart bulbs until they've lived with them — and that's usually the expensive way to find out. The Wyze Bulb Color 4-Pack sidesteps that pr
smart-homeMeross Smart Garage Door Opener (MSG100): A Budget-Friendly Way to Stop Wondering "Did I Close the Garage?"
You're merging onto the highway when it hits you: did I actually close the garage? The Meross Smart Garage Door Opener exists to kill that exact moment of panic. It's a small, affordable add-on that t
smart-homeRing Indoor Cam Plus Review: Sharp 2K Video Without the Battery Hassle
Tired of cameras that die mid-week or apps that need a manual to set up? The Ring Indoor Cam Plus skips both problems. It sits near the top of the budget indoor camera range, promising sharper video a
smart-homeBlink Mini Pan-Tilt Camera: A Budget-Friendly Way to Cover More Ground
A camera that stares at one fixed corner of the room is only as good as wherever you happened to point it. The Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Camera fixes that by adding motorized movement to Blink's small, affo
smart-homeTP-Link Tapo D210 2K Smart Battery Video Doorbell: A Budget Doorbell That Doesn't Feel Cheap
Most video doorbells hook you with a low price tag, then quietly bill you every month just to see who's at your own front door. The Tapo D210 skips that trap. It sits at the top end of entry-level pri
smart-homePhilips Hue Smart Plug Review: A Small Upgrade That Makes a Real Difference
Tired of crawling behind furniture to unplug a lamp or fan? The Philips Hue Smart Plug fixes that for under $40 — no electrician, no subscription, no full smart home commitment required. It's a simple
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Aqara Motion Sensor P1 Review: A Tiny Sensor That Makes Your Smart Home Feel Smarter
If you've got an Aqara hub sitting around and you're ready to automate lights, plugs, or scenes based on actual movement in a room, the Aqara Motion Sensor P1 deserves a look. It's a small, battery-po
smart-homeAqara Presence Sensor FP2: The Smart Home Sensor That Actually Knows You're There
Your lights turn off while you're sitting perfectly still on the couch. Your thermostat forgets you're home. Your "smart" nightlight has no idea you got up at 3am. The Aqara Presence Sensor FP2 exists
smart-homeKasa Smart Plug Mini 4-Pack: An Easy, Affordable Way to Start Automating Your Home
You don't need a home automation degree to make your lamp turn on when you say "Alexa, good morning." The Kasa Smart Plug Mini 4-Pack from TP-Link is a low-risk, low-cost way to test that idea without
smart-homeWyze Cam Pan v3 Review: A Budget Pan-and-Tilt Camera That Actually Makes Sense
Most cheap security cameras force a choice: cover one narrow angle well, or cover a whole room poorly. The Wyze Cam Pan v3 skips that trade-off — it physically rotates to follow motion around a space,
smart-homeGovee Smart LED Strip Lights 32ft: A Budget-Friendly Way to Upgrade Your Room's Vibe
You've seen the color-changing strips all over social media and wondered if they're worth it. The Govee Smart LED Strip Lights let you find out without blowing your budget. This 32-foot set is built f
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Buy this pot if you want the Moka Express look on an induction hob. That is the whole pitch.
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You've got a desk full of laptops, tablets, and phones all fighting over power strips and slow chargers, and your laptop still takes forever to top up when you're in a hurry.
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Buy this pot if you want the cheapest way to try a moka pot, or one for a propane camp stove. That is the whole pitch, and it is a good one.
home-livingBialetti Venus Induction Moka Pot Review
The Bialetti Venus is a stainless steel moka pot, and in this guide it earns the award for best for induction.
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The GROSCHE Milano is a stovetop moka pot for people who want strong, concentrated coffee at home, made on their own stove, without buying an espresso machine.
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The Cuisinox Roma is a stovetop coffee maker for people who want strong, concentrated coffee at home, made on their own stove, without buying an espresso machine.
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The IMUSA 6-cup cast aluminum stovetop coffee maker is one of the cheapest moka pots you can buy, and that is the whole reason to consider it.
desk-workspaceElgato Key Light Review: Who It's For, and Who Should Skip It
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desk-workspaceLaptop Stand for Desk: What Actually Works
Your laptop sits flat on the desk, so you end up hunched over, looking down at the screen, and your neck and shoulders ache by the end of the day - and on video calls the built-in webcam is pointed up
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How to Know When Kid Got Home from School: What Actually Works
You want to know the second your kid walks in the front door after school, not find out an hour later by text or by checking a map yourself.
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Coffee shops don't have a secret ingredient for that thick, silky foam — they have a frother. If you've been pouring flat milk into your mug and wondering how to close the gap, the Instant Pot Milk Fr
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You're crouched next to a slowly deflating tire in a gas station parking lot, feeding quarters into a machine that may or may not actually work. This is the exact scenario a portable tire inflator exi
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Squinting at your own washed-out, potato-quality video feed on every call is a special kind of tired. The Elgato Facecam Neo exists to fix exactly that — a noticeably better picture than any laptop ca
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Anker Soundcore Space A40: Solid ANC Earbuds at the Top of the Budget Range
Shop wireless earbuds under $60 for long enough and you'll notice a pattern: thin sound, no real noise cancellation, and a case that dies by day three. The Soundcore Space A40 breaks that pattern. Ank
desk-workspaceNIIMBOT D110 Bluetooth Label Maker: A Tiny Printer That Might Actually Fix Your Clutter Problem
Your junk drawer has three unlabeled phone chargers, your pantry has a jar of something that used to be rice, and your "filing system" is a pile. The NIIMBOT D110 won't reorganize your life for you, b
desk-workspaceKeychron C3 Pro TKL Mechanical Keyboard: A Budget Mechanical That Doesn't Feel Budget
Still typing on a mushy membrane keyboard and wondering what the mechanical-keyboard fuss is about? The Keychron C3 Pro TKL is where to find out. It sits at the low end of "real" mechanical keyboard p
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Lamicall Adjustable Desk Phone Stand: A Simple Fix for a Common Problem
If your phone is currently propped against a coffee mug, wedged in a book, or lying flat on the desk where you can't see the screen without leaning over — that's the exact problem this under-$20 stand fr
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If your voice still sounds like it's coming through a tin can on every Zoom call, Discord chat, or YouTube video, the problem is almost certainly your laptop's built-in mic — and the fix doesn't have
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Your laptop camera makes you look like you're calling from a basement, and every "budget" webcam that might fix that seems to cost more than budget implies. The Anker PowerConf C200 sits right at that
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Most speakers under $50 make you pick two out of three: decent sound, real waterproofing, or a battery that outlasts an afternoon. The Tribit XSound Go doesn't ask you to choose. It's built for the ba
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If you've ever caught your own video call reflection and looked like a witness being interviewed in silhouette, your camera isn't the problem — your lighting is. The Logitech Litra Glow is a small, pu
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If your laptop's built-in camera makes you look like you're calling in from inside a cave, the Logitech Brio 300 fixes that without draining your wallet. It's built for remote workers, students, and a
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| Amazon Echo Show 5 Smart Display (newest model) | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Amazon Echo Show 5 Smart Display (newest model) | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Anker 337 Power Bank 26,800mAh | power-charging | — | Read review |
| Anker 341 USB-C Hub (7-in-1) | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Anker 622 MagGo Magnetic Battery (5K MagSafe) | power-charging | — | Read review |
| Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Stand | power-charging | — | Read review |
| Anker PowerConf C200 2K Webcam | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Anker Soundcore Space A40 Wireless Earbuds | audio-travel | — | Read review |
| Apple AirTag (2nd Generation) | trackers-tags | — | Read review |
| Apple AirTag (2nd Generation) | trackers-tags | — | Read review |
| Aqara Door and Window Sensor P2 | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Aqara Door and Window Sensor P2 | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Aqara Motion Sensor P1 | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Aqara Motion Sensor P1 | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Aqara Presence Sensor FP2 | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Aqara Water Leak Sensor | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Arlo Essential Indoor Security Camera (3rd Gen, 2025 Release) | smart-home | — | Read review |
| AstroAI Portable Tire Inflator (150 PSI) | home-living | — | Read review |
| Baseus 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station (Qi2) | power-charging | — | Read review |
| Baseus Gan5 Pro 3 Ports Fast Charger 65W | power-charging | — | Read review |
| Bialetti Moka Induction, Moka Pot, Suitable for all Types of Hobs, 6 Cups Espresso, 280 ml | home-living | — | Read review |
| Bialetti Venus Induction Stovetop Espresso Maker Stainless Steel 6 Cup | home-living | — | Read review |
| Blink Mini Pan-Tilt Camera | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Cuisinox Roma Stovetop Espresso Maker 6 Cup Stainless Steel | home-living | — | Read review |
| Dovety 9-in-1 Multifunctional Electric Spin Scrubber | home-living | — | Read review |
| Elgato Facecam Neo 1080p Webcam | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Elgato Key Light (10GAK9901) | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter (TA-105C) | audio-travel | — | Read review |
| ESR Aura Wallet Stand (HaloLock) MagSafe Card Holder | edc-tools | — | Read review |
| FIFINE USB Gaming Microphone (AmpliGame A6T) | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Gerber Dime Keychain Multi-Tool | edc-tools | — | Read review |
| Govee Smart LED Strip Lights 32ft | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Govee Smart Table Lamp 2 | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Govee TV Backlight 3 Lite (55-65 inch) | smart-home | — | Read review |
| GROSCHE Milano Stovetop Espresso Maker Moka Pot 6 Cup Aluminum | home-living | — | Read review |
| IMUSA USA B120-43V 6-Cup Stovetop Espresso Maker Aluminum | home-living | — | Read review |
| Instant Pot Milk Frother | home-living | — | Read review |
| iOttie iTap 3 Magnetic Dash & Windshield Car Mount | audio-travel | — | Read review |
| JBL Clip 4 | audio-travel | — | Read review |
| JLab GO Air POP True Wireless Earbuds | audio-travel | — | Read review |
| Kasa Apple HomeKit Smart Dimmer Switch KS220 | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Kasa Apple HomeKit Smart Dimmer Switch KS220P3 (3-Pack) | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Kasa Smart Dimmer Switch 2-Gang HS220-2 | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Kasa Smart Dimmer Switch HS220 | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Kasa Smart Dimmer Switch HS220 | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Kasa Smart Dimmer Switch HS220 | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Kasa Smart Dimmer Switch HS220 (Black) | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Kasa Smart Dimmer Switch HS220P3 (3-Pack) | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Kasa Smart Plug Mini 4-Pack | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Keychron C3 Pro TKL Mechanical Keyboard | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Lamicall Adjustable Desk Phone Stand | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Lamicall Adjustable Desk Phone Stand | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Logitech Brio 300 Full HD Webcam | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Logitech K380 Multi-Device Bluetooth Keyboard | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Logitech Lift Vertical Ergonomic Mouse | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Logitech Litra Glow LED Streaming Light | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Logitech MX Anywhere 3S Wireless Mouse | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Logitech Pebble Mouse 2 M350s | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Meross Smart Garage Door Opener (MSG100, HomeKit-compatible) | smart-home | — | Read review |
| NIIMBOT D110 Bluetooth Label Maker | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Nomad Travel Card Wallet with Tracking | edc-tools | — | Read review |
| ODISTAR Desktop Vacuum Cleaner, Mini Table Dust Sweeper (Pink, USB Rechargeable, 400-min endurance) | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Orbitkey Key Organizer Leather (2.0) | edc-tools | — | Read review |
| Ortizan X10 Portable Bluetooth Speaker | audio-travel | — | Read review |
| Peak Design Everyday Tech Pouch | audio-travel | — | Read review |
| Philips Hue Smart Plug | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Primula Classic Stovetop Espresso Maker 6 Cup Cast Aluminum | home-living | — | Read review |
| Quntis Monitor Light Bar (USB Screen Light) | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Ring Indoor Cam Plus | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Rocketbook Core (Next Gen) Reusable Smart Notebook | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Royal Kludge RK61 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2 | trackers-tags | — | Read review |
| Satechi USB-C Slim Multiport Adapter V2 | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| SONOFF S31 WiFi Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring | smart-home | — | Read review |
| SwitchBot Hub Mini Smart Remote (IR Blaster) | smart-home | — | Read review |
| TP-Link Tapo D210 2K Smart Battery Video Doorbell | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Tribit XSound Go Bluetooth Speaker | audio-travel | — | Read review |
| Twelve South AirFly Pro | audio-travel | — | Read review |
| Twelve South Curve Flex Laptop Stand | desk-workspace | — | Read review |
| UGREEN Nexode 500W 6-Port GaN Desktop Charger | power-charging | — | Read review |
| Victorinox Classic SD Swiss Army Knife | edc-tools | — | Read review |
| Wyze Auto-Lock Bolt Fingerprint Deadbolt (Bluetooth) | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Wyze Auto-Lock Bolt v2 Wi-Fi Fingerprint Smart Lock | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Wyze Bulb Color Smart Bulbs (4-Pack) | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Wyze Cam OG Indoor/Outdoor 1080p (2-Pack) | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Wyze Cam OG Telephoto 3x Optical Zoom | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Wyze Cam OG with Built-in Spotlight (Black) | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Wyze Cam Pan v3 | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Wyze Cam v3 1080p Indoor/Outdoor | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Wyze Cam v3 1080p Indoor/Outdoor | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Wyze Cam v3 1080p Indoor/Outdoor | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Wyze Cam v4 2.5K AI Security Camera | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Wyze Programmable Smart WiFi Thermostat | smart-home | — | Read review |
| Wyze Smart Door Lock with Gateway and Keypad | smart-home | — | Read review |