Home reviews

9 productswe've bought, tested and scored by hand.

Roborock

The most capable self-emptying robot vacuum we tested — strong on carpets, near-zero upkeep.

Eufy

The budget winner — quiet, slim, and dependable for hard floors and low-pile rugs.

Dyson

The best cordless stick vacuum we tested — powerful, and the laser genuinely reveals hidden dust.

Levoit

Best mid-size air purifier — quiet, app-controlled and quick to clear a living room.

iRobot

Best pet-home pick — its obstacle camera genuinely dodges cords and pet messes.

The Fox Decor

Serves a specific decorating style that mainstream retailers abandoned — which is exactly why it exists.

Our Own Candle Company

Fifty-plus scents at one flat price, which turns candle buying into a low-risk experiment instead of a gamble.

LampsUSA

The rare lighting shop that sells replacement shades properly — which is a more useful thing than it sounds.

GTRacing

Cheap entry into the racing-style chair category, with the trade-offs that price implies for anyone sitting eight hours a day.