Home & Garden
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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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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 keep the daily dirt and dust at bay. Robotic vacuums…
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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 a cooling sensation if you stand or sit close by.…
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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 to pay top price to give your garments a crisp,…
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Best Air Purifiers
Government data show that Americans spend nearly 90 percent of their time indoors, where the air quality is generally far worse than outside. A portable air purifier can make a dramatic difference for those plagued by asthma and allergies, pet…
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Best Vacuum Cleaners
Vacuum cleaners are one of those ho-hum appliances found in almost every home. An effective and reliable vacuum is essential for suctioning up the dirt, dust, and debris that settle onto floors and upholstery on a never-ending basis. There are…
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Best Handheld Vacuums
It’s a hassle to get out a large upright vacuum to clean up a small mess. This is where a cheap handheld vacuum comes in, er, handy. If something spills…
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Best Dehumidifiers
When there’s too much humidity in a home, the air feels heavy; people and plants wilt; and mold, mildew, and dust mites have a party. Just think what this means…
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Cheap Garage Door Openers
With a cheap garage door opener, consumers can stave off arm strain and avoid leaving the car on cold winter nights. Today’s models open the garage with a simple push…
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Best Sewing Machines
Sewing machines have come a long way since home economics class. Now even cheap sewing machines come with built-in stitch designs, push-button controls, and LCD screens. Of course, a mechanical…
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13 Delicious Pressure Cooker Recipes That Save Money and Time
Pressure cookers have long been a favorite in American kitchens, and sales are on the upswing again, due in no small part to the Instant Pot craze. Pressure cookers cut…
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6 Best Juicers Under $50 (Plus a Few Worth a Splurge)
Ever consider a juice cleanse, only to find that a basic kit can top $100? Or pay $5 or more to sip on a single dose of fresh vegetable and…
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Say Good-Bye to Dry Air: 11 Top-Rated Humidifiers
Itchy eyes, cracked skin, breathing difficulties, static electricity, wilting plants — all symptoms of too little moisture in the air. It’s easy to remedy the problem with a budget-priced humidifier.…
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Best Cheap Humidifiers
A cheap humidifier is a simple solution to the problems caused by dry air. If you suffer from irritants like dry skin, chapped lips, itchy eyes, or nosebleeds, and/or the…
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Best Cheap Cordless Drills
A cordless drill is one of the most useful tools to have around the house, even for those who shy away from DIY projects. It comes in handy when hanging…
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Top-Rated Small Appliances That Belong in Your Kitchen
Whether you love or dread spending time on food prep, it can be tempting to load up on small appliances to make the job easier. But many kitchen gadgets end…
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7 Best Dishwashers Under $500 — Plus 2 More That Made a Splash
Getting dishes clean in a dishwasher is no luxury: It’s actually more eco-friendly than washing dishes by hand. Even budget-priced dishwashers are loaded with features. And almost every model, regardless…
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Cheap Dishwashers
Frugal consumers have clear expectations for dishwashers: This essential kitchen appliance should leave dishes clean and shiny without making much noise, running up the utility bill, or straining the household…
