Shopping
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Best Bike Locks
What’s sadder than discovering a broken bike lock where your bicycle used to be? Bike thieves are continually refining their tools and skills. But so are bike lock manufacturers, and the best locks are tough to breach yet easy to…
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Rhinoceros Horn and 16 Other Bizarre Anti-Aging Treatments
Some people really do want to live forever. How else do you explain the $250 billion people paid in 2016 alone trying to make themselves appear forever young? But some treatments people are willing to try — and pay big…
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15 Trendy Designer-Look-Alike Shoes and Boots Under $100
If you’re into high fashion but don’t have enough cash for the flash, you’re in luck. From flats and sneakers to boots and stilettos (not to mention sandals), you can head out in style with amazingly convincing look-alikes of the…
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28 Regional Grocery Stores That Shoppers Love
Americans depend on supermarkets for everything from fresh produce and frozen dinners to outdoor equipment and pharmaceuticals. It’s important to find a store you can trust to consistently provide good value and customer service. With ubiquitous national grocery chains like…
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Best Carpet Cleaners
There are few cleaning tools that save as much time, money, and aggravation as a carpet cleaner. While you can hire a pro or rent a machine, most carpet cleaners cost less than one visit by a professional, and every…
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The Best Hiking Backpacks Under $200
Whether you’re spending a few hours at the greenbelt or embarking on a multi-day backcountry trek, a good hiking backpack is essential. Packs aimed at serious hikers and campers can cost several hundred dollars, but there are cheap hiking backpacks…
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20 Best Backpacks for Back-to-School
Whether your child is scampering off to preschool or schlepping between classes in high school or college, a backpack is a back-to-school must. And while most kids want something that…
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When to Shop Tax-Free in 12 States
Summer vacation may still be in full swing, but for residents of states offering tax-free shopping days, it pays to get into a back-to-school state of mind. Shopping during designated…
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Best Sleeping Bags
Whether you’re camping in the backwoods or sending a kid to a sleepover, a comfortable sleeping bag is essential for a sound night’s sleep. Prices range from about $20 for…
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The Best Gear for Camping on a Budget
Buying tents, sleeping bags, air mattresses, and other essential camping gear can cost a small fortune, but it doesn’t have to. Cheapism.com consulted dozens of professional product tests and looked…
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The Best Cheap Tents
There are tents designed for every degree of “roughing it,” from extreme backcountry hiking to “glamping.” Although high-end tents can cost $600 or more, there are cheaper models for car…
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50 Amazon Best Sellers Shoppers Can’t Get Enough Of
The Amazon juggernaut keeps on rolling, and we can’t help but wonder what’s in all those brown boxes that keep landing on everyone’s doorsteps at a mind-boggling clip. To satiate…
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50 Hot Summer Bags Under $50
If your faithful old purse is looking a little tired, now is the time for an upgrade as new summer styles flood stores. If your budget is sparse and you’re…
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Best Robot Vacuums Under $300
A robotic vacuum won’t replace a canister or upright vacuum for serious cleaning — even the best robot vacuum can’t clean stairs, furniture, or long-pile carpeting — but it can…
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25 Products You Won’t Believe Exist
The internet is a treasure trove of bizarre products. Amazon alone is home to a never-ending stream of head-scratching items — and some of them you may even want. But…
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The Best Portable Fans Under $100 for Every Room
A good floor fan, tower fan, or table fan can make all the difference in warm weather. It won’t actually lower the temperature of a room, but it can create…
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The Best Clothes Irons
Anyone who wears business or formal attire regularly — not to mention crafters, costume designers, sewers, and quilters — knows the importance of a top-notch iron. But there’s no reason…
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Best Cheap Desktop Computers
When purchasing a cheap desktop computer, it’s important to understand what you’re getting. Entry-level computers are simple machines designed to carry out everyday personal computing tasks. They’re not powerhouses designed…
