The Sweethome, Author at Gizmodo

Unshackle Yourself From Baskin Robbins With the Best Ice Cream Makers

After 85 hours spent researching and testing a total of 14 ice cream makers over the past several years, we think the Whynter ICM-15LS is your best bet for making consistently great ice cream at home. If you want the absolute best and are willing to pay a lot, the Lello 4080 Musso Lussino is…

Reviews The Sweethome Jul 25

The Best Bike Multi-Tool For Fixing Your Own Bike

We spent two months and logged a total of 1,000 miles putting 15 bike tools through dozens of en route and at-home repairs, and found the Topeak Mini 9 to be the best multi-tool for casual cyclists. If you’re willing to pay more for a lighter tool, check out the Specialized EMT Pro Road. If…

Reviews The Sweethome Jul 20

Here Are the Best Coolers For Summertime Chilling

We spent a combined 80 hours researching and testing coolers to find the best hard and soft coolers for your next outdoor adventure. If you’re going to be gone for just a day or two, the AO Canvas Series 24-Pack Soft Cooler can keep up to 24 cans cold for 24 hours. For trips lasting…

Reviews The Sweethome Jul 6

The Best Cheap Window Fans

We spent 12 hours of researching and testing to find the best window fans for bringing in cool air at night or extracting hot air out of a kitchen window. For most people, the Pelonis 9″ Twin Window Fan is a great value. But the pricier Bionaire Twin Reversible Airflow Window Fan is worth an…

Reviews The Sweethome Jun 29

The 3 Very Best Air Conditioners

After five summers of researching and testing air conditioners, including six new ones this spring, we think the LG LW8016ER is best for most rooms. But those with sensitive ears might want to upgrade to the more expensive, but quieter Haier Serenity Series ESAQ408P. Or if you don’t have a suitable place for a window…

Tech News The Sweethome Jun 22

The Best Bike Rack, Basket, and Panniers for Commuting

Commuting by bike with a backpack or a messenger bag can lead to a sweaty back and sore shoulders. But with the help of the right rack, basket, and panniers, you can more efficiently haul and protect up to 65 pounds of stuff without affecting the ease of your ride. After nine months spent road-testing…

Tech News The Sweethome Jun 15

Make Perfect Steaks Every Time With the Best Sous Vide Machine

Over the past three years, we’ve tested over a dozen sous vide setups to find the best for your kitchen. We like the Anova Precision Cooker (Wi-Fi Edition) the best because it’s reliable, works with almost any container, and has a decent app that you will actually want to use. If you don’t need the…

Tech News The Sweethome May 25

Clear the Air: The Best Air Purifiers for Your Home

It took more than 100 hours of research and testing—conducted by an airborne-particle physicist and former NOAA scientist using $100,000-plus of equipment—to find the best air purifier. Most people are best off with the Coway AP-1512HH Mighty. But we also have an upgrade for faster filtering, and another recommendation for removing chemicals and odors. This…

Tech News The Sweethome May 18

Pull Your Fix: The Best Espresso Machine and Accessories for Beginners

After more than 60 hours researching and testing at-home espresso equipment with assistance from Stumptown’s coffee education crew, we think the Breville Infuser is the best espresso machine. It’s part of the best espresso setup under $1,000, which includes the Rancilio Rocky grinder and all the accessories you need to pull great shots at home.…

Tech News The Sweethome May 11

The Best Coffee Makers

Over the two years we’ve reviewed coffee makers, we’ve brewed hundreds of cups of coffee in 12 different machines, sampling the results with a blind-tasting panel of coffee roasters and interviewing numerous coffee connoisseurs—from roasters to baristas—to find the best. Depending on your priorities, we found the best do-it-all option, a machine that prioritizes taste…

Tech News The Sweethome Apr 28

The Best Robot Vacuums

We ran more than 30 cleaning cycles over two months with four robot vacuums, and used them for several months since initial testing to find the best one. Whether you prioritize all-around thoroughness, superior pet-hair and large-area performance, or want the latest in smartphone-controllable robot vacs, we have you covered. This post was done in…

Reviews The Sweethome Mar 23

The Sweethome

Unshackle Yourself From Baskin Robbins With the Best Ice Cream Makers

The Best Bike Multi-Tool For Fixing Your Own Bike

Here Are the Best Coolers For Summertime Chilling

The Best Cheap Window Fans

The 3 Very Best Air Conditioners

The Best Bike Rack, Basket, and Panniers for Commuting

Make Perfect Steaks Every Time With the Best Sous Vide Machine

Clear the Air: The Best Air Purifiers for Your Home

Pull Your Fix: The Best Espresso Machine and Accessories for Beginners

The Best Coffee Makers

The Best Robot Vacuums

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